DS-100 Device Server User’s Manual
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Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Introduction ................................................................................................1 1.1 Overview ..............................................................................................1 1.2 How to Use This Guide ........................................................................3 1.3 Firmware Upgrade and Tech Support ..................................................4 1.4 Features..................................................
1. Introduction 1 1. Introduction 1.1 Overview Whether you are “operating a wireless hotspot service for generating revenue” or “providing free but controlled wireless internet access to guests”, it would be handy to both the operators and the wireless users if the account information (such as username, password, SSID and etc.) can be readily output to POS printers and printed out as account tickets. DS-100 is designed specifically to operate in conjunction with specific Controllers/Gateways.
1. Introduction Below are two network diagrams examples using Network Ticket Generator combo set. (1) One Gateway with one Network Ticket Generator set. (2) One Gateway with multiple Network Ticket-Generator sets. Note: The POS printer has an individual manual, therefore, its configuration details is not covered in this guide.
1. Introduction Though DS-100 is specifically designed to for on-demand account generation and operate POS printers, it can also be deployed independently to connect other RS232 devices to an Ethernet network for remote operation. If you will be deploying DS-100 independently to manage other serial devices, please carefully set the Serial Settings in DS-100 to match the operating needs of your serial device.
1. Introduction 1.3 Firmware Upgrade and Tech Support If you encounter a technical issue that can not be resolved by information on this guide, we recommend that you visit our comprehensive website support at www.airlive.com. The tech support FAQ are frequently updated with latest information. In addition, you might find new firmwares that either increase software functions or provide bug fixes for DS-100. You can reach our on-line support center at the following link: http://www.airlive.
2. Installing the DS-100 2 2. Installing the DS-100 This chapter describes the hardware features and the hardware installation procedure for the DS-100. For software configuration, please go to chapter 3 for more details. 2.1 Before You Start It is important to read through this section before you install the DS-100. The maximum cabling distance is 100 meters. Make sure that the connection between DS-100 and PC/NB is well established Always check the LED lights for troubleshooting 2.
2. Installing the DS-100 Panel Overview Top Panel Adapter Socket (12V/1A) The power socket for connecting to an external power source through the power adapter provided in the package. DC Socket (DC12V) The power socket for connecting to an external power source through a DC power supply. Restart Button Press to restart DS-100. Ethernet Port Ethernet port for connecting to a Controller/Gateway.
2. Installing the DS-100 Bottom Panel COM 1 Serial Port for connection with a POS printer. COM 2 Serial Port for connection with a POS printer. Used for back up when COM 1 malfunctions. Main Panel OPTION For future use. INC Increase the numeric display for selecting a billing plan number. COM For switching the output to COM1 or COM2. FUNCTION Press this button followed by selecting a number and press Enter will perform a specific action.
2. Installing the DS-100 combinations are as follows: FUNTION + 1 + ENTER: Print out the IP address of DS-100. FUNTION + 8 + ENTER: Enter panel test mode. FUNTION + 9 + ENTER: Reset DS-100 to factory default. FUNTION + 0 + ENTER: Lock the panel of DS-100. To Unlock, select your lock number and press ENTER DEC Decrease the numeric display for selecting a billing plan number. ENTER Create and print out an account for the chosen billing plan. 2.
2. Installing the DS-100 turn on the power switch situated on the left side of the device. (3) Connect POS printer to the COM1 port of DS-100 by a RS-232 cable provided within POS printer package. (4) Connect DS-100 to the LAN port of your Gateway/Controller by an Ethernet cable. Note: You need to connect to the correct LAN port if your Gateway/Controller is operating in Port-based mode. A. Make sure mounting surface on the bottom of the DS-100 is grease and dust free. B.
2. Installing the DS-100 Note: COM 2 When COM 1 and COM 2 are blinking simultaneously, this means that Terminal Server configuration is not set correctly. Please check the settings in Terminal Server of your Gateway/Controller. When COM 1 and COM 2 are turned on simultaneously, this means that the system is in safe mode. Turned on when output is switched to COM2. Note: When COM 1 and COM 2 are blinking simultaneously, this means that Terminal Server configuration is not set correctly.
3. Configuring DS-100 3 3. Configuring the DS-100 DS-100 is designed specifically to operate in conjunction with all Gateways/Controllers. If you are not using default settings, before connecting DS-100 to your Gateway/Controller, some configurations steps are required. The configuration instructions for Gateways/Controllers and DS-100 are covered in the following sections. 3.1 Important Information The following information will help you to get start quickly.
3. Configuring DS-100 You are ready now to configure the DS-100 by using your PC. 3.3 Management Interface The DS-100 can be configured using on the Web management interfaces. Web Management (HTTP): You can manage your DS-100 by simply typing its IP address in the web browser. Most functions of DS-100 can be accessed by web management inter face. We recommend using this interface for initial configurations. To begin, simply enter DS-100’s IP address (default is 192.168.1.10) on the web browser. 3.
3. Configuring DS-100 Note: By default, IE5.0 or later version does not allow Java Applets to open sockets. The user has to explicitly modify the browser setting to enable Java Applets to use network ports. 3.4.1 Getting into Web Management Web Management (HTTP) 1. Launch the Internet Explorer. 2. Type http://192.168.1.10. Press “Enter”. 3. The home screen of the Web-based management appears.
4. Web Management in SNMP-GSH2404L 4 4. Web Management in DS-100 In this chapter, we will explain all settings in web management interface. Please be sure to read through Chapter 3’s “Introduction to Web Management” first. 4.1 Menu Structure of DS-100 The web management menu of DS-100 is divided into 4 parts: Serial Settings, Network Settings, Utilities, Status.
4. Web Management in DS-100 Serial Settings (corresponding to POS printer) Data Baud Rate Select the desired baud rate. (The number of characters per second transferred) Data Bits Select the number of bits in each character. Data Parity Choose between Even or Odd for error detection, or select None for no error detection. Stop Bits Choose the number of stop bits to be sent at the end of every character. Electronic devices usually use 1 bit, slower electromechanical devices use 1.5 bit.
4. Web Management in DS-100 Restart Click Apply to restart DS-100 device. Reset to Factory Default Click Apply to reset DS-100 to factory default settings. Status Software Version The current software version running on DS-100. 4.2 System Configuration DS-100 is designed specifically to operate in conjunction with all Gateways/Controllers. If you are not using default settings, before connecting DS-100 to your Gateway/Controller, some configurations steps are required.
4. Web Management in DS-100 Step2: Attach DS-100 to a power supply using the adapter provided in the package. Connect the administrator PC to the Ethernet Port of DS-100 via an Ethernet cable. Launch a web browser and type in the default IP address of DS-100 in the address field (http://192.168.1.10), the web interface of DS-100 should appear.
4. Web Management in DS-100 Step1: Connect administrator PC to your WIAS-1200G and access the Web management interface. Step2: Enter the configuration page of the Service Zone which DS-100 will be connected to. Check to make sure that the network settings of DS-100 are under the same subnet as this service zone.
4. Web Management in DS-100 Step3: Enter Authentication Configuration page Enter User Authentication Æ Authentication Configuration page, and click On-demand User.
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4. Web Management in DS-100 Step 5: Input DS-100’s IP address/Port number into the column Fill in DS-100’s IP address and Port number into WIAS-1200G Terminal Server setting. Click Apply to save the setting. Step 6: Edit and enable desired billing plans.
4. Web Management in DS-100 4.2.3 Firmware Upgrade Software tools tftpd32 is required in the upgrade procedure, please download and install tftpd32 before you proceed further. Note: Tftpd32 can be downloaded from the following link: http://tftpd32.jounin.net/tftpd32.html Step1: Place the new firmware of DS-100 on a local location (for example desktop) in the PC that is accessing DS-100’s web interface and performing the upgrade.
4. Web Management in DS-100 Step4: Click Apply of Firmware Upgrade in DS-100’s web interface. DS-100 will automatically restart and connect to tftpd32 server set in Step3 as a DHCP client, download the firmware and perform the upgrade. Progress can be observed on tftpd32. Step5: When completed, check the information displayed at Software Version, DS-100 have successfully upgraded to the new firmware.
4. Web Management in DS-100 4.3 Operation Instructions After completing the Hardware Setup and the devices are physically connected, the system is ready for operation. This section will describe how to operate DS-100 to print out tickets for enabled billing plans. 1. Select an enabled billing plan number on DS-100 by INC or DEC button. The numeric LED display on the center of the device represents the billing plan number currently selected. 2.
5. Troubleshooting 5 5. Troubleshooting This section is intended to help you solve the most common problems on the DS-100. 5.1 Diagnosing LED Indicators The DS-100 can be easily monitored through panel indicators to assist in identifying problems, which describes common problems you may encounter and where you can find possible solutions. Please refer to Chapter 2.7 for detailed information.
6. Specifications 6 6. Specifications This section provides the specifications of DS-100, and the following table lists these specifications. z IEEE802.3 10BASE-T z IEEE802.3u 100BASE-TX z 1 x 10/100/ RJ-45 port z 2 x RS-232 DB-9 port Data Bits z 5, 6, 7, 8 Stop Bits z 1, 1.5, 2 Parity z None, Even, Odd, Space, Mark Flow Control z RTS/CTS and DTR/DSR (RS-232 only), XON/XOFF Baud rate z 50 bps to 921.
6. Specifications z Output: 12V / 1A Produce Weight (g) z 580 g Dimensions z Without ears: 90.00 x 109.39 x 31.27 mm z With ears: 116.00 x 109.39 x 31.
7. Network Glossary 7 7. Network Glossary The network glossary contains explanation or information about common terms used in wireless networking products. Some of information in this glossary might be outdated, please use with caution. 100Base-TX Also known as 802.3u. The IEEE standard defines how to transmit Fast Ethernet 100Mbps using Cat.5 UTP/STP cable. The 100Base-TX standard is backward compatible with the 10Mbps 10-BaseT standard. DHCP Dynamic Hosting Configuration Protocol.
7. Network Glossary particular network on the Internet and an identifier of the particular device (which can be a server or a workstation) within that network. The new IPv6 specification supports 128-bit IP address format. Packet A unit of data sent over a network. Subnet Mask An address code mask that determines the size of the network. An IP subnet are determined by performing a BIT-wise AND operation between the IP address and the subnet mask.
