User’s Guide Wireless LAN Access Point Model No. EA-7HW02AP1 EA-7HW03AP1 Wireless LAN Access Point（wave1） Wireless LAN Access Point（wave2） EA-7HW02AP1 EA-7HW03AP1 Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic Enterprise Wireless LAN Access Point. This User’s Guide described the instructions for the Enterprise Wireless LAN Access Point. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely, and save this manual for future use. ■ Trademarks and registered trademarks • • • Wi-Fi is a trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Ethernet is a trademark of Fuji Xerox Co.,Ltd.
Safety Precautions To prevent severe injury and loss of life/property, read this section carefully before using the unit to ensure proper and safe operation of your unit. WARNING: • • • • • Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the wall/ceiling in accordance with the installation instructions.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Contents 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Specifications ···························································································································· 13 1.1. Equipment specifications ····································································································· 14 1.2. Appearance/Dimensions(Specifications of this product are subject to change without notice) ············· 16 1.3.
Main unit and accessories The main unit and the following accessories are contained in the package box. Make sure that all of them are contained when opened the package.
▌EA-7HW03AP1 Product name Illustration Total number Main unit 1 AC adapter 1 AC cable 1 Mounter 1 M6 screw 4 M3 screw 1 Rubber foot 4 Safety guide 1 Remarks Shipped after attaching to the main unit Important 1. In addition to the above, the following are required to perform the installation work. The following are not provided with this product. Please procure separately. • Ethernet cable (Category 5e or better, with RJ-45 modular plugs on both ends) 2.
To run a radio station of the second generation low-power data communication system as an outdoor fixed station, it is required to display both the name the owner of the corresponding radio station (or the name of the service provider) and the contact address. The following are the content to be displayed. • Display of radio station: Radio station of 2.
Option (Sold separately) ▌PoE injector The following options are available to use EA-7HW02AP1 more conveniently. Contact your dealer from whom you purchased this product for purchasing. Product name
Precautions for use The installation work must be carried out by a professional installer. Incorrect installation may cause tip-over resulting in accidents. Turn the power off when cleaning this product. Use a soft cloth to clean this product. When dust is hard to remove, use a soft cloth soaked in diluted detergent and squeezed hard to wipe it, and then wipe with a dry soft cloth.
Notes on radio waves • This product is certified to radio equipment technical standards based on Radio Act (2.4 GHz ISM band low-power data communication system and 5 GHz band low-power data communication system). Therefore, no license of a radio station is necessary for use of this product. • Since this product is certified to the technical standards, the following actions are punishable by law. • Taking apart or modifying this product. (Alteration of frequency and antenna is prohibited.
Security-related notice on use of wireless LAN products • In a wireless LAN, information is transmitted/received between a PC and this product using radio wave instead of a LAN cable. Therefore, it has an advantage that the LAN connection is always available in a range which radio waves reach. On the other hand, since radio waves get over obstacles (wall, etc.) and reach any place within a certain range, the following problems can occur if settings relating to security are not configured.
Chapter 1. Specifications The following are descriptions about specifications of Wi-Fi base station for business use.
1.1. Equipment specifications ▌Wi-Fi base station for business use EA-7HW02AP1 Item External interface Frequency EA-7HW02AP1 Wireless IEEE802.11b/g/n, IEEE802.11a/n/ac (wave1) (Simultaneous use is possible.) Wired 10/100/1000BASE-T 2.4 GHz 2412-2462MHz 5 GHz 5180-5240, 5260-5320, 5500-5700, 5745-5825 MHz. 1 port Transmission power Maximum 2.4GHz: 28.23 dBm Antenna Planar inverted F antenna Antenna gain 2.4 GHz: 3.
▌Wi-Fi base station for business use EA-7HW03AP1 Item External interface Frequency EA-7HW03AP1 Wireless IEEE802.11b/g/n, IEEE802.11a/n/ac (wave2) (Simultaneous use is possible.) Wired 10/100/1000BASE-T USB USB 3.0 Maintenance Console interface 2.4 GHz 1ch - 13ch 5 GHz W52, W53, W56 (Outdoor use of W52 and W53 is prohibited by the ordinance ) 2 ports 2 ports 1 port Transmission power 2.4 GHz: 17 dBm/ 5 GHz: 15 dBm (W52/53), 18 dBm (W56) Antenna Planar inverted F antenna Antenna gain 2.
1.2. Appearance/Dimensions (Specifications of this product are subject to change without notice) ▌EA-7HW02AP1 Main unit Outline view (Unit: mm) 159±2.5 29±1.0 159±2.
Mounter Outline view (Unit: mm) 24±1.0 4.3±0.5 84±1.5 131±2.5 8±1.0 131±2.
Outline view 56.2±1.5 Stand 66.9±1.5 122±2.
AC adapter Outline view (Unit: mm) 28.5±1.0 95.9±1.5 43.8±1.
▌EA-7HW03AP1 Main unit Outline view (Unit: mm) 201.7±2.5 201.7±2.5 38.5±1.
Outline view (Unit: mm) 117.5±1.5 116.2±1.5 6±0.5 11.5±1.0 Mounter 172.5±2.5 26.8±1.0 135±2.
AC adapter Outline view (Unit: mm) 1200 +150 -50 34±1.5 48±1.5 109±1.
1.3. Major Operating Controls and Their Functions ▌Wi-Fi base station EA-7HW02AP1 The following are descriptions about the appearance of this product and names/functions of each operating control. Mounter To be used when mounting on a wall/ceiling. Rear Status LED Indicates the status of the wireless unit. MAC address Displayed on the nameplate on the rear.. Stand To be used when installing on a table. (1) ACT LED (5) INIT switch (7) DC IN connector (2) 5G LED (3) 2.
Descriptions about each LED, switch and connector are in the following table. No. (1) (2) (3) (4) Signal ACT LED 5G LED 2.4G LED ETH LED Function Indicates the operational/error status of the unit. Lights red Error detection during operation Lights green In operation Displays the status of wireless IF 5 GHz Lights green In normal operation Off In the process of start-up Displays the status of wireless IF 2.
AC adapter (standard accessory) Connect to the AC outlet to supply power to the wireless unit. AC adapter main unit DC jack AC power cord AC IN terminal Connect the provided AC power cord.
▌Wi-Fi base station for business use EA-7HW03AP1 The following are descriptions about the appearance of this product and names/functions of each operating control. Mounter To be used when mounting on a wall/ceiling. Status LED Indicates the status of the wireless unit. MAC address Displayed on the nameplate on the rear. ACT LED 2.
Front (1) ACT LED (2) 2.4G LED (3) 5G LED (4) ETH1 LED (5) ETH2 LED No. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Signal ACT LED 2.4G LED 5G LED ETH1 LED ETH2 LED Function Indicates the operational/error status of the unit. Lights green In operation Blinks green In the process of start-up Blinks red In the process of upgrade Lights red Error detection during operation Displays the status of wireless IF 2.
Rear/Left side (1) INIT switch (2) CONSOLE (3) MODE switch (4) DC IN jack (5) ETH2 (6) ETH1 (PoE) (8) Claw (x4) No. (7) Holder Signal Function (1) INIT switch (Push switch) Initializes configuration data and log data. (2) CONSOLE (RJ-45 connector) Connect the console for maintenance, such as a PC. (3) MODE 1, 2 (Slide switch) Not be used. Do not change the default. (4) DC IN jack Connect the DC plug of the provided AC adapter. (5) ETH2 (RJ-45 connector) Connect an Ethernet cable.
Bottom side (1) Kensington lock (2) Mounter fixing hole No. (3) USB2 Signal (4) USB1 Function (1) Kensington lock Use for theft prevention. (2) Mounter fixing hole Attach the mounter. (3) USB2 (USB3.0 Type A) Connect a USB device. (4) USB1 (USB3.0 Type A) Connect a USB device.
AC adapter (standard accessory) Connect to the AC outlet to supply power to the wireless unit. AC power cord AC adapter main unit DC jack AC IN terminal Connect the provided AC power cord.
1.4. Power feeding method ▌Power feeding method The power feeding method of the wireless unit is as follows. Access point EA-7HW02AP1 Available power feeding method • • EA-7HW03AP1 Power feeding from AC adapter (Use the supplied AC adaptor.) Power feeding from PoE power feeding equipment compliant with IEEE802.3af or IEEE802.3at. • Power feeding from AC adapter (Use the supplied AC adaptor.) • Power feeding from PoE power feeding equipment compliant with IEEE802.3af or IEEE802.3at.
1.5. Interface specifications ▌Ethernet interface specifications Interface specifications Network interface Type of connector Type of cable Transmission distance 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX RJ-45 Category 5 100 m 1 000Base-T RJ-45 Enhanced category 5 100 m LAN (RJ-45) connector 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 (Connector on the main unit side) Table 1.6 LAN (RJ-45) connector Pin No.
▌Console interface specifications (EA-7HE03AP1 only) Console (RJ-45) connector 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 (Connector on the main unit side) Table 1.6 LAN (RJ-45) connector Pin No.
▌USB interface specifications (EA-7HE03AP1 only) Interface specifications Network interface Type of connector Transmission distance USB 3.0 Type-A 3m USB connector USB connector Pin No.
Chapter 2. EA-7HW02AP1 installation work The following are descriptions about installation work of EA-7HW02AP1 and connection method of each interface.
2.1. Installations and Connections Follow the procedures below to install and connect EA-7HW02AP1. Use EA-7HW02AP1 2.2 Determine the installation place of wireless unit 2.3 Installation work of wireless unit 2.
2.2. • • • • • Determine the installation place of wireless unit EA-7HW02AP1 can be installed on a wall, on a ceiling, at back of ceiling and on a desktop using the provided mounter. The wireless unit shall be installed on a place having an enough strength to hold the unit and flat surface. Weight of the main unit of the wireless unit is approx.360 g. The wireless unit shall be installed firmly not to loosen up and fall off due vibration and anything in future.
2.3. Installation work of wireless unit Refer to "1.2 Appearance/Dimensions" for the size of the wireless unit and the mounter. 1. Wall mounting (1) Fixing of the mounter Fix the mounter after making sure that the installation place has an enough strength and flat surface of concrete, metal, wood, mortar, etc. • • (1) Fasten a screw (x1) temporarily on the installation surface.
• Important When installing the wireless unit, make sure that the LED is not hidden from your view and it is easy to check. Secure a space of 30 mm or more above the product to secure a space allowing you to hook. 30mm or more Ceiling 2. Installation on a desktop (1) Fix the wireless unit onto the stand. • Hook the claws (x2) on the rear of the wireless unit into the hook hole on the stand.
2.4. Connections 2.4.1. Connection to network 1. In case of LAN connection Connect an Ethernet cable (enhanced category 5 or better) to the LAN connector on the right side of the main unit. LAN connector 2.4.2. Connection with power supply 1. Power feeding from AC adapter Firmly connect the DC plug of the provided AC adapter to the DC IN connector in the external interface section of the main unit.
2. Power feeding from PoE unit Power will be fed from PoE power feeding equipment compliant with IEEE802.3af or IEEE802.3at. In this section, descriptions of how to feed power from PoE injector are provided. By following the procedures below, connect the PoE injector and other cables. (1) Insert the plug of the Ethernet cable connected with the wireless unit to the "DATA & POWER OUT" port of the PoE injector until the "click" sound is heard. (2) Connect the provided power cable to the PoE injector.
2.5. Initialization It is possible to initialize (reset the setting data and the log data to the default) the wireless unit directly without using the initialization command. (1) Hold down the INIT switch using something that has a needle-like tip such as a skewer. * Start working after removing static electricity. (2) Connect the AC adapter and the PoE injector, and then turn on the power. (3) Wait until the ACT LED starts blinking red.
2.6. Alarm display by self-test This product will automatically perform self-test upon the start-up. If an error is detected, the detected alarm will be indicated by the LED display on the product. When an error is detected on the self-test, turn off the power and contact the dealer from whom you purchased this product. EA-7HW02AP1 Self-test alarm display Alarm type ACT 2.
Chapter 3. EA-7HW03AP1 installation work The following are descriptions about installation work of EA-7HW03AP1 and connection method of each interface.
3.1. Installations and Connections Follow the procedures below to install and connect EA-7HW03AP1. Use EA-7HW03AP1 3.2 Determine the installation place of wireless unit 3.3 Installation work of wireless unit 3.
3.2. • • • • • Determine the installation place of wireless unit EA-7HW03AP1 can be installed on a wall, on a ceiling and at back of ceiling using the provided mounter. The wireless unit shall be installed on a place having an enough strength to hold the unit and flat surface. Weight of the main unit of the wireless unit is approx.990 g. The wireless unit shall be installed firmly not to loosen up and fall off due vibration and anything in future.
3.3. Installation work of wireless unit Refer to "1.2 Appearance/Dimensions" for the size of the wireless unit and the mounter. 1. Wall mounting (1) Attach the M6 screws (x4) to the rear of this product. (Recommended tightening torque: 3.0N・m ± 0.4 N・m) M6 screw (x4) (2) Fix the mounter after making sure that the installation place has an enough strength and flat surface of concrete, metal, wood, mortar, etc. Fasten screws (x2) temporarily on the installation surface.
Important Use a screw whose nominal diameter is 5 mm to fix on the installation surface. This screw shall be prepared by the installer according to the material of the installation surface. (3) Fix this product onto the mounter fixed on the wall. Hook the M6 screws (x4) on the rear into the hook holes on the mounter. M6 screw (x4) Hook hole (x4) (4) Align the hook hole on the front of the mounter and the M6 screw on the rear of this product. (5) Hold the both sides of this product and slide it downward.
* To remove the mounter, hold the both sides of this product and slide it upward. 2. Flat installation Install on a flat place.
3.4. Connections 3.4.1. Connection to network Connect an Ethernet cable (enhanced category 5 or better) to the ETH1 (PoE) connector or the ETH2 connector on the left side of this product. ETH1 (PoE) connector or ETH2 connector 3.4.2. Power feeding from AC adapter Firmly connect the DC plug of the provided AC adapter to the DC IN connector in the external interface section of this product.
1. Power feeding from PoE unit Power will be fed from PoE power feeding equipment compliant with IEEE802.3af or IEEE802.3at. In this section, descriptions of how to feed power from PoE injector are provided. By following the procedures below, connect the PoE injector and other cables. (1) Insert the plug of the Ethernet cable connected with the ETH1 (PoE) connector of the wireless unit to the "DATA & POWER OUT" port of the PoE injector until the "click" sound is heard.
3.5. Initialization It is possible to initialize (reset the setting data and the log data to the default) the wireless unit directly without using the initialization command. 1. Hold down the INIT switch using something that has a needle-like tip such as a skewer. * Start working after removing static electricity. 2. Connect the AC adapter and the PoE injector, and then turn on the power. 3. Wait until the ACT LED starts blinking red. 4.
3.6. Alarm display by self-test This product will automatically perform self-test upon the start-up. If an error is detected, the detected alarm will be indicated by the LED display on the product. When an error is detected on the self-test, turn off the power and contact the dealer from whom you purchased this product. EA-7HW03AP1 Self-test alarm display Alarm type ACT 2.
Chapter 4.
4.1. Setting of PC for Web console use The following are descriptions of how to connect a PC for web console use and of how to configure the setting of this product. Recommended environment of PC for Web console use ® ® OS and TCP/IP software Microsoft Windows 7 ® ® Microsoft Windows 8.1 TCP/IP software is provided with OS. It is unnecessary to prepare separately. Resolution 1024 x 768 pixels or more LAN card An Ethernet port is required on the PC in use to connect this product to the PC.
Setup procedure Step 1 Open the "Control Panel" window and click [Network and Sharing Center]. Step 2 Click [Change adapter settings]. The "Network Connections" window will be displayed. Step 3 Double click [Local Area Connection]. The "Local Area Connection Status" window will be displayed. Step 4 Check if "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)" is included in the displayed list. If "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)" is not in the list, it is necessary to install TCP/IP.
Step 6 Set the IP address of the PC. The IP address and the subnet mask shall be matched with the IP address and the subnet mask set for this product. Refer to the following for the default IP address of this product. IP address (Default) IP address 192.168.0.3 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Default gateway 192.168.0.1 The following are examples to explain how to configure the settings. • Select "Use the following IP address". • Enter "192.168.0.253" for the IP address. • Enter "255.255.255.
▌Preparation of web browser The setting procedure varies depending on OS of the PC. On this document, descriptions are provided supposing ® ® Microsoft Windows 8.1 is installed on the PC. Setup procedure Step 1 Open the "Control Panel"window and click [Internet Options]. The "Internet Properties" window will be displayed. Step 2 Select the [Connections] tab and click [LAN settings]. Step 3 Confirm that the "Use a proxy server for your LAN" check box is unchecked.
Step 7 Enter the IP address of this product to the "Do not use proxy for addresses beginning with" box under "Exceptions". Step 8 Click the [OK] button to return to "Local Area Network (LAN) Settings". Step 9 Click the [OK] button and return to "Internet Properties". Step 10 Click the [OK] button.
Chapter 5.
5.1. Troubleshooting The following are descriptions of how to connect a PC for web console use and of how to configure the setting of this product. Refer to the following descriptions when an error occurred in this product. Symptom The ACT LED does not light. Cannot establish the communication. Cannot transmit/ receive data. Cannot search this product from the Wi-Fi terminal. Cannot log in from the console. Others The setting is not applied to this product.
