EnGenius products. This document is to characterize the EnGenius ENH202 Wireless Access Point & Client Bridge. Please read the document carefully before setting up the ENH202. Any damage which is caused by inappropriate use will not be covered under the warranty.
The ENH202 fully supports wireless encryption including Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK), (64/128/152)-bit WEP Encryption, and IEEE 802.1x with RADIUS. Additionally, the ENH202 is an ideal choice to pair with the ENH202 in a Access Point – Client Bridge or WDS Bridge – WDS Bridge topology.
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Easy to access Internet via ISP service authentication Router/CR mode) SNMP Remote Allow administrators to remotely configure or manage the Configuration Access Point. Management QoS (WMM) support Enhance user performance and density 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Clients connect wirelessly to an AP and transmit data through AP to access the Internet. Multiple SSIDs ENH202 supports up to 4 SSIDs on your access point. The following options can be set to each SSID: Public or private SSID...
(1) Mounting Kit with Mast-Mount Strap Special Screw Set (1) QIG (1) CD (User Manual) Using a power adapter other than the one included with the ENH202 may cause damage to the device. 1.4 System Requirement The following conditions are the minimum system requirements.
1.6 Understanding the ENH202 LEDs The rear of the ENH202 has two groups of LEDs. One group, labeled INDICATORS, shows the status of the device. The second group, LINK QUALITY, shows the strength of the link between the ENH202 and the network. The following table describes the ENH202 LEDs.
2.2 Installing the ENH202 To install the ENH202, use the following procedure to mount the device on a pole and refer to the figure below. 1. The bottom of the ENH202 is a removable cover. Grab the cover and push down slightly while pulling it backward to remove the cover.
6. Turn over the ENH202. Then insert the mast strap through the middle hole of the ENH202. Use a screwdriver to unlock the pole-mounting ring putting it through the ENH202. 7. Mount the ENH202 securely to the pole by locking the strap tightly.
SSID and Security Password to associate while within range. The most suitable topology for this mode is to have one ENH202 as an AP and the second one as a Client-Bridge – when necessary a third Client-Bridge can be place within the directional antenna’s path. One advantage of using the ENH202 to create point-to-point outdoor wireless links is when the environment is prone to radio interference on 2.4GHz band.
ENH202 if you would like to utilize this functionality. 3.3 Client Bridge Mode In the Client Bridge Mode, the ENH202 functions like a wireless client, connecting to an Access Point wirelessly and enabling Internet connectivity wherever you want. Use Site Survey function to scan all of the Access Points within range and configure the SSID and Security Password to associate with it.
3.4 WDS Bridge Mode In the WDS Bridge Mode, the ENH202 can wirelessly connect different local area networks by configuring each device’s MAC address and security settings. The WDS Bridge Mode can bridge up to four local wired networks together as one logical network. Every computer on this logical network can see each other, sharing files as if they are in the same location.
Spanning Tree Function. 3.5 Client Router Mode In Client Router Mode, the ENH202 provides two functions: 1) acting as a wireless-Ethernet Bridge in order to relay signal from the access point; 2) acting as an active DHCP server that allows WLAN clients to share the same wireless network connection.
This chapter describes how to configure the TCP/IP settings on a computer that will be used to configure the ENH202. Because the default operating mode is Client Bridge, an IP address will not be assigned to the computer/notebook. Therefore, follow the steps below to assign an IP address to a client’s Ethernet adapter.
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ENH202, and the default gateway which is the ENH202’s IP address, 192.168.1.1. Note: the subnet mask must match that of the ENH202 and the IP address must be on that subnet. Click the OK button to save your changes and close the dialog box.
In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, verify that Internet Protocol (TCP/IPv4) is checked. Then select Internet Protocol (TCP/IPv4) and click the Properties button. The Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties dialog box appears. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
ENH202, and the default gateway which is the ENH202’s IP address, 192.168.1.1. Note: the subnet mask must match that of the ENH202 and the IP address must be on that subnet. Click the OK button to save your changes and close the dialog box.
ENH202, and the default gateway which is the ENH202’s IP address, 192.168.1.1. Note: the subnet mask must match that of the ENH202 and the IP address must be on that subnet. Click the OK button to save your changes and close the dialog box.
4. Click Apply Now to apply your settings and close the TCP/IP dialog box. 5. Enter an IP address (i.e. 192.168.1.10), the subnet mask of the ENH202, and the Router which is the ENH202’s IP address, 192.168.1.1. Note: the subnet mask must match that of the ENH202 and the IP address must be on that subnet.
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Open your web browser. Enter IP 192.168.1.1 into your address bar. If you have changed the ENH202 LAN IP address, make sure you enter the correct IP Address. After successfully connecting to the ENH202, a browser pop-up with a Windows Security notice will appear.
1. You cannot cancel specific settings. You can only save all of the settings or revert to the previously saved state. 2. You need to use the Save/Reload page to commit your configurations by clicking the “Save & Apply” button. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
MAC address are displayed in the LAN section. In the Wireless section, the frequency and channel are displayed. Since this device supports multiple-SSIDs, the details of each SSID, such as ESSID and its security settings are displayed. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Click on the Wireless Client List link under the Status drop-down menu. This page displays the list of Clients that are associated to the ENH202. The MAC addresses and signal strength for each client is displayed. Click on the Refresh button to refresh the client list.
Click on the DHCP Client List link under the Status drop-down menu. This page displays the list of Clients that are associated to the ENH202 through DHCP. The MAC addresses and signal strength for each client is displayed. Click on the Refresh button to refresh the client list.
6 System 6.1 Switching the Operation Mode The ENH202 supports 4 modes: Access Point, Client Bridge, WDS Bridge, and Client Router. In order to switch between the operating modes, please go to System -> Operation mode. To begin, click System Properties under System Section.
Before continuing, please make sure you have chosen the correct operating mode. 7.1 Wireless Settings This section contains the basic wireless settings. Please read the description carefully and consult Chapter 10 for more detailed information. 7.1.1 Access Point Mode 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
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Accept does not apply the changes – you must go to Status -> Save / Load to apply the new settings. Please refer to Chapter 4.1 for more information. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
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Select the Radio button to allow / deny clients to communicate with one another. Wireless Security Please refer to the Wireless Security section. Save / Cancel Press Save to save the changes or Cancel to return previous settings. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Accept does not apply the changes – you must go to Status -> Save / Load to apply the new settings. Please refer to Chapter 4.1 for more information. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
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Please refer to the Wireless Security section. Refresh Press Refresh to scan again. If the Access Point is suppressing its own SSID, the SSID section will be blank; the SSID must be entered manually. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
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Please refer to Chapter 4.1 for more information. 2. You must enter the MAC address of the Access Point whose wireless coverage you would like to extend. Not all Access Point supports this feature. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Accept does not apply the changes – you must go to Status -> Save / Load to apply the new settings. Please refer to Chapter 4.1 for more information. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
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Please refer to the Wireless Security section. Refresh Press Refresh to scan again. If the Access Point is suppressing its own SSID, the SSID section will be blank; the SSID must be entered manually. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
The IEEE 802.11n standard does not include WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA-PSK TKIP security mode. To comply with the standard, when you use the above encryptions, the wireless transmit mode will drop from 802.11n to 802.11a. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
The IEEE 802.11n standard does not include WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA-PSK TKIP security mode. To comply with the standard, when you use the above encryptions, the wireless transmit mode will drop from 802.11n to 802.11a. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
The IEEE 802.11n standard does not include WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA-PSK TKIP security mode. To comply with the standard, when you use the above encryptions, the wireless transmit mode will drop from 802.11n to 802.11a. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
The IEEE 802.11n standard does not include WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA-PSK TKIP security mode. To comply with the standard, when you use the above encryptions, the wireless transmit mode will drop from 802.11n to 802.11a. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
The IEEE 802.11n standard does not include WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA-PSK TKIP security mode. To comply with the standard, when you use the above encryptions, the wireless transmit mode will drop from 802.11n to 802.11a. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
The IEEE 802.11n standard does not include WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA-PSK TKIP security mode. To comply with the standard, when you use the above encryptions, the wireless transmit mode will drop from 802.11n to 802.11a. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
The IEEE 802.11n standard does not include WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA-PSK TKIP security mode. To comply with the standard, when you use the above encryptions, the wireless transmit mode will drop from 802.11n to 802.11a. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Short GI is an improvement of 802.11n and 802.11a/g. It can increase performance by 10% during the data transmission. For example, if the 802.11a/g’s GI is 800μs, the short GI will be 400μs. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
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Please refer to Chapter 4.1 for more information. 2. Changing Wireless Advanced Settings may lower the wireless connection quality. Please keep all settings as default unless you understand the modifications which you have made. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
MAC Address Filter Specify the MAC address, manually. Press Add to add the MAC address in the table. Apply Press Apply to apply the changes. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Please refer to Chapter 4.1 for more information. The MAC address of the AP that you would like to extend the wireless coverage of must be entered. Not all Access Points supports this feature. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Please make note of the following: 1. Obtain an IP address automatically is not a DHCP server. This setting allows the ENH202 to automatically request an IP address when it is connected to a device which has a DHCP server.
Accept does not apply the changes – you must go to Status -> Save / Load to apply the new settings. Please refer to Chapter 4.1 for more information. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
9.1.1 Static IP Select Static IP in WAN connection if your ISP gives all the of the necessary information about IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, Primary DNS and Secondary DNS. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
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MTU is set too low, the router will fragment packets unnecessarily and, in extreme cases, may be unable to establish connections. In either case, network performance can suffer. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Select the Radio button for the DNS servers to be obtained automatically from the DHCP server. Use These DNS Servers Select the Radio button to setup the Primary DNS and 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
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MTU is set too low, the router will fragment packets unnecessarily and, in extreme cases, may be unable to establish connections. In either case, network performance can suffer. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Select PPPoE as your WAN connection type if your ISP provides a Username and Password. If the PPPoE is a DSL service, please remove the PPPoE software from your computer as the software is not necessary with the use of the ENH202. Internet Connection Select PPPoE to begin configuration of the PPPoE connection.
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MTU is set too low, the router will fragment packets unnecessarily and, in extreme cases, may be unable to establish connections. In either case, network performance can suffer. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
9.1.4 PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol) Select PPTP as your WAN connection type if your ISP provides information regarding: IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway (Optional), DNS (Optional), Server IP, Username, and Password. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
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MTU is set too low, the router will fragment packets unnecessarily and, in extreme cases, may be unable to establish connections. In either case, network performance can suffer. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Accept does not apply the changes – you must go to Status -> Save / Load to apply the new settings. Please refer to Chapter 4.1 for more information. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Accept does not apply the changes – you must go to Status -> Save / Load to apply the new settings. Please refer to Chapter 4.1 for more information. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Specify Starting Port number. Ending Port Specify Ending Port number. IP Address Specify IP address. Save / Cancel Press Save to confirm the changes or Cancel to return previous settings. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Accept does not apply the changes – you must go to Status -> Save / Load to apply the new settings. Please refer to Chapter 4.1 for more information. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Select the Radio button to Enable or Disable Remote Management. Remote Upgrade Select the Radio button to Enable or Disable Remote Upgrade. Remote Management Specify the Port number for Remote Management. For example: 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Please refer to Chapter 4.1 for more information. 2. If you reconfigure the Management VLAN ID, you may lose connection to the ENH202. Verify the DHCP server can support the reconfigured VLAN ID, and then re-connect to the new IP address.
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EnGenius. The upgrade process may take few minutes. Please do not power off the device as this may cause the device to crash or become unusable. The ENH202 will restart automatically once the upgrade is complete. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Press Save / Apply to confirm the changes or Cancel to return previous settings. Pressing Save / Apply will change the settings immediately. It is not reversible unless the settings are changed again or the device is reset. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Press Save / Apply to confirm the changes or Cancel to return previous settings. Pressing Save / Apply will change the settings immediately. It is not reversible unless the settings are changed again or the device is reset. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Specify the number of pings. Start Ping Press Start Ping to begin. Traceroute Target Specify an IP address or Domain name that you want to trace. Start Traceroute Press Start Traceroute to begin. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
11 Network Configuration Examples This chapter describes the role of the ENH202 with 4 modes. The Access Point mode’s default configuration is a central unit of the wireless network or as a root device of the wired environment. Repeater Mode and Mesh Network Mode need additional configuration.
Setup the authentication settings that match to the Access Point’s Step 6 settings. Step 7 Select Apply to process all of the configurations. The Client-Bridge’s IP settings must match the Access Point’s settings. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
ENH202’s running on WDS Bridge Mode, which are connected to a main ENH202 that is providing Internet access, also running on WDS Bridge Mode. This is a bridged network; therefore, all nodes on the network can be in the same network IP block. All computers are viewable as if they are in the same location and on the same Ethernet network.
11.4 Client Router Mode In the Client Router Mode, the ENH202 has a DHCP Server that allows multiple devices to share the same Internet connection. Connect to an AP/WISP wirelessly and connect to LANs via wired. Client Router Mode is functionally opposite to the AP Router Mode.
Appendix A – Troubleshooting This appendix provides problem-solving information you may find useful in case you need to troubleshoot your ENH202. It also includes information about contacting technical support. A.1 Problem Solving Question Answer How do I reset the ENH202? There are two ways to reset the ENH202, a hardware method and a software method.
A brief description about the issue and the attempts you tried to resolve it To contact EnGenius Customer Service office in the United States, please use either of the following methods: Email: support@EnGeniustech.com Telephone: 1-888-735-7888 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
A base station in a WLAN that act as a central transmitter and receiver of WLAN radio signals. Ad Hoc Network A short-term WLAN framework created between two or more WLAN adapters, without going 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
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An area within the radio coverage footprint of a wireless system where the RF signal level is below the design threshold. Physical obstructions such as buildings, foliage, hills, tunnels, and indoor parking garages are usually the cause of coverage holes. Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC) 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
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A protocol that assigns temporary IP addresses automatically to client stations logging onto an IP network, so the IP addresses do not have to be assigned manually. The ENH202 contains an internal DHCP server that automatically allocates IP address using a user-defined range of IP addresses.
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RADIUS protocol is often used by ISPs and enterprises to manage access to the Internet or internal networks, WLANs, and integrated e-mail services. Service Set Identifier (SSID) 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
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WPA -Pre-Shared Key (WPA-PSK) WPA-PSK requires a single (identical) password entered into each Access Point, wireless gateway, and wireless client. A client is granted access to a WLAN if the passwords match. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
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Protocol (TKIP) and Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), in the Counter mode with Cipher block chaining Message authentication Code Protocol (CCMP). Wireless Distribution System (WDS) A technology that lets Access Points communicate with one another to extend the range of a WLAN. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
& your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Note: Country selection is not available in the US model. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of 2454 – 2483.5 MHz. For detailed information the end-user should contact the national spectrum authority in France. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
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Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC. Português [Nome do fabricante] declara que este [tipo de equipamento] está conforme com os requisitos [Portuguese] essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...
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1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen. Svenska Härmed intygar [företag] att denna [utrustningstyp] står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga [Swedish] egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG. 4Gon www.4Gon.co.uk info@4gon.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1245 808295 Fax: +44 (0)1245 808299...