1-Year Warranty 55 2.2.1. Install Software 2.2.2. Setup Com Port and IP Address Ordering Information 55 2.2.3. Assign Static IP Address Contact MaxStream 56 2.2.4. Change Com Port Number 2.2.5. Test Communications (X-CTU) 2.3. Telnet Communications 12 2.3.1. Test Communications (Telnet) 3.
1.1.1. Worldwide Acceptance FCC Certified (USA) Refer to Appendix A for FCC Requirements. Systems that contain XStream RF Modems automatically inherit MaxStream Certifications. ISM (Industrial, Scientific & Medical) frequency band Manufactured under ISO 9001:2000 registered standards 9XStream-PKG-E (900 MHz) RF Modems approved for use in US, Canada, Australia, Israel (and more).
XStream‐PKG‐E™ Ethernet RF Modem – Product Manual v5.x00 [2006.02.24] 1.2. Product Overview The XStream-PKG-E RF Modem comes configured to provide immediate wireless links between devices; however, the RF modem can be configured for additional functionality through the use of a simple AT command interface [Refer to the Command Mode [p18] & RF Modem Configuration [p20] sections for programming options].
2.1.1. System Description The PKG-E Ethernet RF Modem can be used as an access point in a network of MaxStream RS- 232/RS-485 RF Modems (or other OEM RF Module Embedded Devices). XStream RF Modems support point-to-point, peer-to-peer, point-to-multipoint and multidrop network topologies.
To Install the X-CTU Software: Double-click the “setup_X-CTU.exe” file then follow prompts of the installation screens. This file is located on the MaxStream CD and under the ‘Downloads’ section of the following web page: www.maxstream.net/support/. Installation #2: Ethernet Com Port Redirector MaxStream provides com port redirection software that creates a com port in the operating system that will forward serial data to the IP address of the Ethernet-connected RF modem.
XStream‐PKG‐E™ Ethernet RF Modem – Product Manual v5.x00 [2006.02.24] 2.2.2. Setup Com Port and IP Address The XStream-PKG-E Ethernet RF Modem supports DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) and Auto IP protocols. Both protocols automatically assign IP addresses to nodes of a network. Ethernet RF Modem Discovery The X-CTU Software provides an easy-to-use interface that searches a local network and then displays Ethernet RF Modems found.
Select the ‘OK’ button of the “Properties” dialog box. Select the ‘Apply’ button that is under the ‘Changes’ section of the “Ethernet Com Ports” sub- tab. XStream-PKG-E Ethernet RF Modem re-boots and the new IP Address is saved. Figure 2‐05. Properties & Change IP dialog boxes 2.2.4. Change Com Port Number During Com Port Redirector setup, one com port is automatically assigned.
Accessories (Loopback adapter, CAT5 UTP cable, power supplies and RPSMA antennas) Hardware Setup for Loopback Test: Connect the XStream-PKG-E (Ethernet) RF Modem and a PC to active Ethernet ports of the same local network using CAT5 cables (included w/ PKG-EA accessories package).
2.3. Telnet Communications In addition to com port communications, Telnet communications are also supported. 2.3.1. Test Communications (Telnet) MaxStream Wireless links can be tested by connecting to the specific IP address and port number. Test a Wireless Link (Telnet Connection): Follow steps in the “Ethernet RF Modem Discovery”...
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UART after the transmission began. If more data is pending, the transmitting modem assembles a subsequent packet for transmission. RF Data Packet The RF packet is the sequence of data used for communicating information between MaxStream Modems. An RF Packet consists of an RF Initializer and RF Data. Figure 3‐03. RF Data Packet Components ...
PC, use one of the connection options below to send can also be used to commands to the XStream-PKG-E Ethernet RF Modem. program the modem. Option #1 – Local Network Connection Connect a PC and the Ethernet RF Modem to active Ethernet connections of the same local network [as shown in the figure below].
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ID (Modem VID) Command <Networking> Read the modem’s VID. VID is a AT Command: ATID MaxStream-specific acronym that stands for Binary Command: 0x27 (39 decimal) “Vendor Identification Number”. This number is Parameter Range (user-settable):...
Acknowledged Mode [p44], Multi-Streaming Mode [p46] Peer-to-Peer Modems remain synchronized without use of a master/server. Each modem shares the roles of master and slave. MaxStream’s peer-to- Definition peer architecture features fast synch times (35ms to synchronize modems) and fast cold start times (50ms before transmission).
IMPORTANT: The 9XStream (900 MHz) and 24XStream (2.4 GHz) RF Modems have been certified by the FCC for use with other products without any further certification (as per FCC section 2.1091). Changes or modifications not expressly approved by MaxStream could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This test is called the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) testing and measures the emissions from the radio modem and how they affect the person. Over 100 additional antennas have been tested and are approved for use with MaxStream 900 MHz Radio Modems (including “Mag Mount”, “Dome”, “Multi-path” and “Panel” antennas).
EMC and safety. Files are located in the ‘documentation’ folder of the MaxStream CD. Important Note MaxStream does not list the entire set of standards that must be met for each country. MaxStream customers assume full responsibility for learning and meeting the required guidelines for each country in their distribution market.
Channel Spacing: 400 kHz • ITU Classification: 400KF1D • Output Power: 100 mW EIRP • Notified Body Number: 0891 Contact MaxStream (801) 765-9885 if additional information is required. Europe (2.4 GHz) Approved Antenna List Table A‐03. Antennas approved for use with 24XStream (2.4 GHz) RF Modems in Europe Minimum Separation Manufacturer Part Number Type...
XStream‐PKG‐E™ Ethernet RF Modem – Product Manual v5.x00 [2006.02.24] Contact MaxStream Free and unlimited technical support is included with every MaxStream Radio Modem sold. Please use the following resources for additional support: Documentation: www.maxstream.net/support/downloads.php Technical Support: Phone. (866) 765-9885 toll-free U.S. & Canada (801) 765-9885 Worldwide Live Chat.
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