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Accelerated Concepts
Cellular Extender
6200-FX User Guide
Version 2.5
© 2014 Accelerated Concepts Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Accelerated Concepts, the Accelerated logo and all other Accelerated Concepts marks
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  • Page 1 © 2014 Accelerated Concepts Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Accelerated Concepts, the Accelerated logo and all other Accelerated Concepts marks contained herein are trademarks of Accelerated Concepts. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners. Images are shown for...
  • Page 2 Preface Accelerated Concepts reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content thereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of any revisions or changes. Copyright © 2014 by Accelerated Concepts, Inc. All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior written consent from Accelerated Concepts, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Setting up Remote Power ......................19 Local Graphical User Interface (GUI) ..................20 IP Addressing ........................23 NAT IP Range ..........................23 Required Network Access for 6200-FX General Connectivity ..........24 6200-FX Specifications ......................25 Technical Specifications ........................ 25 Appendix A: Sprint ......................26 Appendix B: Configuring Special APN ...................

  • Page 4: Unpacking The 6200-Fx - Package Contents

    Unpacking the 6200-FX – Package Contents Each 6200-FX package contains the following Items:  Accelerated USB Cellular Extender - 6200-FX  Quick Start Guide  12V Power Adapter  Temporary Battery Pack  Ethernet Cable  Passive Power over Ethernet (PoE) injector cable ...

  • Page 5: Remote Power (Ppoe)

    The 6200-FX should be powered either directly using the included 12V power adapter or over an Ethernet Category 5 cable via Passive Power over Ethernet (PoE) and the included power injector cable.

  • Page 6: Cellular Modem Support

    Cellular Modem Support The 6200-FX supports a variety of USB cellular modems. The unit has two USB 2.0 ports (one internal and one external) that support the latest USB cellular modems from major manufacturers including: Franklin, Huawei, LG, Novatel, Ovation, Pantech, Sierra Wireless, NetGear, and ZTE. A...

  • Page 7: Setting Up The 6200-Fx

    Setting Up the 6200-FX Some 6200-FX devices are shipped with a USB Conditioner. If you are using an AT&T Beam, AT&T Momentum or the Sprint 341U modem, you will have the USB Conditioner. Please follow the instructions for inserting your modem in section “A” of this guide. All other modems please skip to section “B”...
  • Page 8 After removing the 6200-FX door screw, remove the door by sliding it to the right. Figure 2: Step 2, Slide door to right Accelerated Concepts, Inc. © 2014 8 of 35 6200-FX User’s Guide v2.3...
  • Page 9 First, insert USB optimizer into 6200-FX device. For the AT&T Beam, fold the USB connector to its open position. Then position USB modem with logo facing downward. Once this is done, twist USB connector that is attached to the AT&T Beam clockwise (turn toward yourself) TWO clicks.
  • Page 10 Insert the USB modem connector into the USB conditioner on the 6200-FX. Replace the door and loosely tighten door screw. IMPORTANT: When inserting AT&T Beam USB device, the logo needs to be facing downward (away from you) as shown in picture (Figure 4).

  • Page 11: B: Inserting The Cellular Data Card / Modem Without Usb Conditioner

    Conditioner Remove the modem cover by loosening the Phillips head screw on the bottom of the case, turning it counter clockwise. Figure 2: Step 1, Remove Phillips screw Accelerated Concepts, Inc. © 2014 11 of 35 6200-FX User’s Guide v2.3...
  • Page 12 After removing the 6200-FX door screw, remove the door by sliding it to the right. Figure 2: Step 2, Slide door to right Accelerated Concepts, Inc. © 2014 12 of 35 6200-FX User’s Guide v2.3...
  • Page 13 Once you have removed the door, insert the modem into the USB port on the inside of the 6200-FX. After modem is installed, replace the door and loosely tighten door screw. Figure 3: Step 3, insert modem Accelerated Concepts, Inc. © 2014 13 of 35 6200-FX User’s Guide v2.3...

  • Page 14: Optimal Placement Using Optional Temporary Battery Pack

    Optimal Placement using Optional Temporary Battery Pack The 6200-FX comes with a temporary battery pack and a built-in Signal Strength Meter. The SSM is located on the center of the front panel as shown in Figure 1. Figure 1 Please remove temporary battery pack prior to applying another power source.
  • Page 15 The Signal Strength Meter indicates weak to strong signal strength by lighting a set of progressing indicators. The more lights, the better the signal. It is important to remove the battery pack before plugging another source of power into the 6200-FX. Temporary Battery Pack 6200-FX Accelerated Concepts, Inc.

  • Page 16: Correlation Of Signal Bars To Csq And Dbm

    For Example: Move the 6200-FX device to all possible locations in the facility, making note of the signal strength in each location. It is important the device remain stationary for 30 seconds to obtain an accurate reading of the signal strength for each potential installation location.

  • Page 17: Mounting The 6200-Fx

    Mounting the 6200-FX The 6200-FX comes with a variety of mounting options that make it extremely easy to install in an office or store environment. There are three mounting options for the 6200-FX, traditional screw mounting, zip tie mount, or ceiling clip mounting.
  • Page 18 Two different sized clips are provided for standard and narrow drop ceiling rails. To attach the clips to the 6200-FX, insert a clip into each of the screw mounting holes (see Figure 1 under “Mounting the 6200-FX”) and twist 1/8 of a turn clockwise until the clip locks securely in place (do not force or over rotate).

  • Page 19: Setting Up Remote Power

     PoE DC - Red LED that indicates DC Power Adapter is connected to PoE Cable with power.  PoE PWR - Green LED That indicates Cat 5 Ethernet Cable is connected to 6200-FX unit with power.  When both the RED and GREEN lights are illuminated, everything is connected properly.

  • Page 20: Local Graphical User Interface (Gui)

    (troubleshooting). Most users will not have a need to enter the web-based interface on the Accelerated Concepts 6200-FX since the unit comes preloaded with most carrier APNs. Usage is typically for problem determination and installation only.
  • Page 21 Figure 4: Modem Details Accelerated Concepts, Inc. © 2014 21 of 35 6200-FX User’s Guide v2.3...
  • Page 22 Figure 5: System Logs Figure 6: System Info Accelerated Concepts, Inc. © 2014 22 of 35 6200-FX User’s Guide v2.3...

  • Page 23: Ip Addressing

    NAT IP Range This feature allows a 6200-FX to operate in NAT mode. While in this mode, the 6200-FX can be provided with a specific IP address for the 6200-FX along with a network range for assigning IP addresses to multiple DHCP clients.

  • Page 24: Required Network Access For 6200-Fx General Connectivity

    Required Network Access for 6200-FX General Connectivity The following IP addresses or domains need to be available to the 6200-FX through its WAN cellular connection in order for the device to function properly and provide a plug-n-play connection. IP Address...

  • Page 25: 6200-Fx Specifications

    GSM/GPRS/EDGE or 1xRTT Downlink Rates: LTE 100 Mbps, HSPA+ 21.1 Mbps (theoretical) Uplink Rates: LTE 50 Mbps, HSPA+ 5.76 Mbps (theoretical) Frequency Band: Dependent on Radio/Geography (no limitations) Accelerated Concepts, Inc. © 2014 25 of 35 6200-FX User’s Guide v2.3...

  • Page 26: Appendix A: Sprint

    341U modem, including the ability to update the 341U's software version, roaming settings, and usage info. To access the 341U's local interface, first navigate to the 6200-FX's local web interface at http://192.168.210.1 (see “Local Graphical User Interface (GUI) section of this guide).
  • Page 27 Figure 2: Modem Details Accelerated Concepts, Inc. © 2014 27 of 35 6200-FX User’s Guide v2.3...
  • Page 28 Figure 3: Sprint web interface Accelerated Concepts, Inc. © 2014 28 of 35 6200-FX User’s Guide v2.3...

  • Page 29: Appendix B: Configuring Special Apn

    Power the 6200-FX on. Figure 7: Special APN Panel Once the 6200-FX boots up, it will try to connect using the specified APN with the USB modem. Once the 6200-FX establishes a network connection (signified by the USB LED illuminating blue...

  • Page 30: Appendix C: Real-Time Management

    Appendix C: Real-Time Management Below are details for all the commands that can be sent to a 6200-FX device, along with details as to what each command does. Remote Control  Check status - the 6200-FX will immediately send its current status.

  • Page 31: Appendix D: Connecting A Remote Power Unit

    Appendix D: Connecting a Remote Power Unit  Power off the 6200-FX and the NP-02U RemotePower devices.  Connect a serial-to-USB cable between the 6200-FX's open USB port and the Remote Power's serial RJ-45 port.  Ensure that the Remote Power device has its own power source. Failure to do so may cause damage to the serial-to-USB cable.

  • Page 32: Appendix E: Connecting A Meraki Mx60 Router

    Appendix E: Connecting a Meraki MX60 Router The Meraki MX60 router should act as the DHCP server in this setup; the 6200-FX is simply the WAN connection for the MX60.  Start by first connecting the 6200-FX to the WAN/Internet port of the Meraki MX60.
  • Page 33 Screen Shot 2 Accelerated Concepts, Inc. © 2014 33 of 35 6200-FX User’s Guide v2.3...

  • Page 34: Support

    If there are any problems installing any of our products and you require technical assistance, please call or email our help desk.  support@accelecon.com  +1 (813) 699-3110  Support hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm GMT – 5 Accelerated Concepts, Inc. © 2014 34 of 35 6200-FX User’s Guide v2.3...
  • Page 35 Copyright © 2014 by Accelerated Concepts, Inc. All rights reserved. Accelerated Concepts, Inc. © 2014 35 of 35 6200-FX User’s Guide v2.3...

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