from Amped Wireless User’s Guide HOME WIFI NETWORK BRIDGE for Internet-Ready Audio and Video Devices AV3000
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ........................................................... 2 GETTING STARTED ....................................................... 3 Package Contents ........................................................... 3 LED Indicators ................................................................. 4 Back Panel Description ................................................... 5 SETUP GUIDE ...............................................................
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this Amped Wireless product. At Amped Wireless we strive to provide you with the highest quality products through innovation and advanced technology. We pride ourselves on delivering products that outperform the competition and go beyond your expectations. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. We’d love to hear from you and thank you for your support! Email: sales@ampedwireless.com Call: 888-573-8830 Web: www.ampedwireless.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE GETTING STARTED Package Contents Check to make sure you have all the contents within your package: A/V Net Connect - AV3000 Ethernet Cable Power Supply Product Stand CD with User’s Guide Two High Power Low Profile Antennas Setup Guide 3
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE LED Indicators WPS: Wi-Fi Protected Setup activity. When the WPS mode is activated the WPS LED blinks as it awaits a connection. Wired Connections: Shows the connection status and data activity of each wired LAN port. Wireless Activity: Blinks rapidly when wireless data traffic is passing through the A/V Net Connect. When there is a problem with the WiFi connection this LED will remain off or blink steadily. Power: When lit, the power is on.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Back Panel Description Antenna Connectors: RJ-SMA antenna connectors. Compatible with all antennas with RP-SMA connectors. Upgradable to high gain antennas for more range. Reset: Push down once to reboot the A/V Net Connect. Hold down for 5-10 seconds to reset the device back to factory settings. WPS: Hold down for 3 seconds to enable WPS push button configuration. Wired Connections: RJ-45 ports for connecting to wired computers or network devices. Supports up to 5 connections.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE SETUP GUIDE Choose a Setup Location The location of where you install the A/V Net Connect is very important to how it will function. Place the A/V Net Connect in the desired room of your entertainment center. If you are using a desktop computer for setup you may relocate the A/V Net Connect after setup has completed.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Connect your PC to the A/V Net Connect a. b. c. Connect the power adapter to the power port on the back of the A/V Net Connect Connect the two included high gain antennas by screwing them into the antenna connectors Use the included Ethernet cable to connect one end into any LAN port on the A/V Net Connect and use the other end to connect to the network port on your laptop or desktop computer. Do NOT attempt to connect to the A/V Net Connect with a wireless connection at this time.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Open your Web Browser to Access the Smart Setup Wizard a. b. c. Open your web browser Type in: http://setup.ampedwireless.com into the web address bar If the web menu fails to open type in the following IP address into your web address bar: http://192.168.1.240 If the Smart Setup Wizard page does not appear, ensure that your computer is disconnected from all wireless networks and enter http://setup.ampedwireless.com into your web browser again.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Welcome to the Smart Setup Wizard When the web menu appears, click Start to continue to the next page.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Scan for a Wireless Network Click SCAN to begin searching for available wireless networks to repeat. Highlight your network and click Next to continue. If you fail to find any wireless networks, the A/V Net Connect may be placed too far from the wireless network that you are trying to repeat. Move your A/V Net Connect closer to the wireless network that you are trying to repeat and click SCAN again.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Connecting to a Secure Network If the wireless network you are trying to repeat has wireless security enabled, you will be prompted to enter a security key. If you did not select a secure network, continue to the next step. Enter the security key in the space provided. You do not need to select what type of security it is, just simply type in the key and click Next. The Smart Setup Wizard will automatically take care of the rest.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Extended A/V Network Settings The default SSID of the A/V Net Connect is “Amped_Av” This SSID for the Extended Network may be changed by adjusting the name in the field for the Extended Wireless Network ID. This ID will be used by wireless A/V devices connecting to the A/V Net Connect to identify the A/V Net Connect’s Extended A/V Network. It is recommended to use the default settings.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Extended Wireless Network Security Key By default, the Extended Network has security enabled. The WPA security key is “wireless.” Users trying to connect to the A/V Net Connect wirelessly will be prompted to enter this key. It is recommended that you use the default settings for the wireless security key. To change the security key, simply retype your new key in the field and click Next. Write your security key down somewhere safe for future reference.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Setup Summary Once the A/V Net Connect has rebooted, it will load the Setup Summary page and provide you with the details of your setup. At this time, you may: a) Detach the cable from your computer to the A/V Net Connect b) Place the A/V Net Connect in your entertainment center if you haven’t already. You may power off the A/V Net Connect during this time. c) Attach your wired A/V devices to the back of the A/V Net Connect.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE If the Home Network connection fails try the following… a. b. c. d. e. f. Check to see that your Home Network security settings are correct. Check that your Home Network router’s DHCP server is enabled. Try changing the channel of the Home Network router to a higher channel number (5-11) and run the Setup Wizard again. If possible, check the Internet connection for your Home Network wireless router. Connect directly to your Home Network wireless router.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE WIRELESS SETTINGS Home Network Settings The Home Network Settings page allows you to adjust settings for your Home Network connection. These settings are for adjusting the A/V Net Connect after you have already gone through the Smart Setup Wizard and wish to adjust your current configurations. Home Network SSID: Manually enter the Identification name of the Home Network you wish to connect to. Channel Number: Enter the channel number of the Home Network.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Extended A/V Network Settings The Extended Network Settings page allows you to adjust settings for your Extended Network. Band: Allows you to setup access under a specific combination of Wi-Fi speed standards. Broadcast SSID: Disabling the broadcasting of your SSID will make it so outside users cannot see your network when they scan for wireless networks. Users must manual enter the SSID to connect. SSID of Extended Network: This is the name of your Extended Network.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Multiple SSID: You may add additional names (SSID) to you Extended Network with different characteristics for each SSID. Each additional AP or SSID can have its own security, band and data rate settings. You may restrict users for specific SSIDs or provide access only to some users with lower bandwidth by changing the band. (i.e. only allow 802.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Wireless Settings: Security Wireless security allows you to change the type of wireless security settings for your Extended A/V Network or your Home Network. Note: If you adjust the security in your Home Network and it is incorrect, you will no longer have a successful connection to your Home Network. Using the drop down menu, you can select which network you wish to configure and adjust the security settings below.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Wireless Settings: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) WPS is a Wi-Fi feature created to make Wi-Fi setup simpler and easier. Some wireless routers and adapters support this feature with varying names (i.e. one touch setup or WPS). You may enable WPS setup here by selecting the type of WPS setup you wish to use. The A/V Net Connect supports all types of WPS setup: Push button: You may push the WPS button on the web menu or use the physical button on the back of the A/V Net Connect.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Wireless Settings: Advanced Settings It is recommended that only experts in WiFi configuration adjust the advanced wireless settings for the A/V Net Connect. These settings allow you to control the details of your wireless network configuration.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE SMART FEATURES The A/V Net Connect provides your Extended A/V Network with Smart Features that help to provide convenience and protection for your Extended A/V Network. The Smart Features allow you control access to your Extended Network through on/off schedules, specific user authorizations as well as through the size of your wireless coverage for your Extended Network. These settings are ONLY for your Extended A/V Network and do not apply to your Home Network.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Wireless Settings: Access Schedule You can set a schedule for when online access is enabled or disabled (both Home Network and the Extended A/V Network) through the Access Schedule feature. To do so: a. b. c. d. Enable Access Schedule Select which days you wish for your online access to be available Select the time frame during that day that you wish for online access to be available Apply Changes Enabling Access Schedule will also disable internet access for wired connections.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE User Access Control: User Access allows you to deny access or allow access to specific users connecting wirelessly to the Extended Network. Each networking device has a unique address called a MAC address (a 12 digit hex number). By inputting the MAC address into the field, you can define whether that device is allowed into your network or not allowed.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Wireless Coverage Controls: Adjust the output power of the A/V Net Connect to control the coverage distance of your Extended Wireless Network. For a smaller coverage area you can select a lower output power. For the maximum wireless coverage select the 100% selection. Note that if you select a lower output power, your connection to your Home Network will also decrease in range. So be careful and test your signal strength after each adjustment.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE IP SETTINGS IP Address: The IP address of the A/V Net Connect Subnet Mask: The subnet of the A/V Net Connect Default Gateway: The access point to another network, normally the A/V Net Connect or your router. DHCP Client Range: The A/V Net Connect includes a complex AUTO DHCP feature to help manage the IP addresses within your Extended network and with your Home Network.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE DHCP Client Range: The range of IP addresses the A/V Net Connect’s DHCP server will assign to users and devices connecting to the A/V Net Connect. Static DHCP: You may set a static IP address within your DHCP network. The A/V Net Connect will track the device via its MAC address and assign it a pre-defined IP address each time the device logs into the network. obtain IP settings from the Home router or to manually enter your IP settings.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE MANAGEMENT FEATURES The Management features on the A/V Net Connect allow you to view the status of your Home Network and Extended Network. The Repeater Status page provides full information regarding each connection (Home and Extended), including the IP address, current connection SSID and current state. This page is often used to check the health of your Home or Extended Network connection. The Network Statistics page provides detailed traffic data for each connection type.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Management: System Clock Maintain the internal clock for the A/V Net Connect by syncing with your computer’s time. Your system clock settings need to be accurate in order for logs and wireless access schedules to work correctly.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Management: Upgrade Firmware The Wireless A/V Net Connect uses Internet software (firmware) to operate. In the event that a new firmware file is available you may update it here. During the upgrade process DO NOT power off the device to avoid damage to the Wireless A/V Net Connect.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE To manually upgrade your firmware: a. b. c. Download the file from the www.ampedwireless.com/support website and remember the location where you saved it. Firmware files may also be provided by Amped Wireless support reps. Click Browse and locate the file Click Upload to begin upgrading. Note: Firmware files normally have a .bin file extension.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Management: Save and Reload Settings Saving your current settings allows you to back-up your current settings which may be reloaded at a later time. This feature may be useful for testing new features and settings without having to worry about returning to a stable platform. To save current settings: a. b. Click Save Select a file name and location To load previously saved settings: a. b. c.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Management: Password Settings By default, the A/V Net Connect does not require a password to login to the web menu. If you wish to enable a password to protect unauthorized access to the web menu and Smart Setup Wizard, you may enter one here.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Wireless Standard: 802.11n, 802.11b/g Frequency Band: 2.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE DEFAULT SETTINGS The default settings for your A/V Net Connect are listed here. If for some reason you need to return your A/V Net Connect back to default settings, hold down the Reset button on the back panel for 10 seconds. The A/V Net Connect will reset back to factory settings as listed below: IP Address: 192.168.1.240 Web Menu Access: http://setup.ampedwireless.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE TROUBLESHOOTING AND SUPPORT INFORMATION We are here to help. If you have any issues with your A/V Net Connect please contact us. To contact Amped Wireless’ Technical Support use one of the following methods: Phone: 888-573-8820 Email: techsupport@ampedwireless.com Web: www.ampedwireless.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Troubleshooting The tips in this guide are listed in order of relevance. Try solution (a) before trying solution (b) etc… I entered setup.ampedwireless.com and it failed to open the Web Menu. a. b. c. d. e. f. Make sure your computer is connected to the A/V Net Connect using the included Ethernet cable. Do not try to connect with a wireless connection. Ensure that the power on the A/V Net Connect is on. Close your current web browser and reopen it. Try the web address again.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE I cannot connect to my Home Network. I received an Error when running the Smart Setup Wizard. a. b. c. d. Your Home Network may be secured. Double check that you have the correct security key to connect to the Home Network. Try adjusting the channel number of your Home Network’s router to channel 5 thru 11. Then attempt the Smart Setup Wizard again. Check to see that your Home Network router’s DHCP server is enabled.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE My A/V Net Connect was working fine previously but now I can no longer access the Internet through the A/V Net Connect. a. b. c. d. The connection to your Home Network has been dropped. This can be caused by several events to your home wireless connection. When this occurs you may rescan for another network by accessing http://setup.ampedwireless.com to connect to and repeat or you may try to fix the issues with your Home Network and your home wireless router.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Whenever I enter a web address I see the A/V Net Connect Smart Setup Wizard menu a. b. The A/V Net Connect’s web menu page appears automatically when the connection to your home WiFi network drops. Run through the Smart Setup Wizard again to reconfigure the connection to your Home WiFi Router Check that your Home WiFi router is up and running correctly. Try connecting to your home WiFi router wirelessly to see if you have Internet access.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE I cannot find any wireless networks (Home Networks) to connect to a. b. c. The A/V Net Connect may be out of range. Move the A/V Net Connect closer towards the wireless router and try the Setup Wizard again from the Web Menu. The antenna on your A/V Net Connect may be loose. Tighten the antenna connection and try again. The wireless Home Network may not be a compatible wireless network (802.11b/g/n). I am connected to a Home Network however I do not have Internet Access a. b. c.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE I can no longer connect to the A/V Net Connect wirelessly a. b. Power on and off the A/V Net Connect and try again. The connection to the Home Network may be down. Use an Ethernet cable and connect directly to the A/V Net Connect. Access http://setup.ampedwireless.com and run through the Smart Setup Wizard again. After you have successfully reset the Home Network connection, try connecting wirelessly again. I could NEVER log onto the A/V Net Connect wirelessly a. b.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE I can no longer access the Web Menu or the A/V Net Connect no longer responds a. Connect to your A/V Net Connect and try to access http://setup.ampedwireless.com using your web browser. b. If you are advanced in networking troubleshooting, log onto your home router’s web interface. Look for the DHCP client list and try to find the IP address of your A/V Net Connect assigned by your home router. Once you have it, connect to the A/V Net Connect using an Ethernet cable.
AV3000 b. c. USER’S GUIDE repeat the signal with fast speeds and further range. Move the A/V Net Connect closer to your Home Network and try again. You may be downloading from the Internet and not within your Home Network or Extended Network. Files transferred through the Internet are limited by your ISP speed and the data download speeds from the website that you are downloading from. Your computer may be using an older Wi-Fi adapter with lower speed limits (802.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE My Wireless Access Schedule is being erratic and not working at the correct times. a. You need to adjust your Time Zone Settings from the Management Web Menu page. WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) is not working. Push button configuration does not detect the connection. a. The A/V Net Connect supports WPS connections however some companies may use proprietary code for their own push button configurations. Try connecting using the Windows wireless utility or Mac wireless utility instead.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE WARRANTY AND REGULATORY INFORMATION The Amped Wireless (A division of Newo Corporation, Inc.) Limited Warranty Warranty Period: The Amped Wireless Limited Warranty is for one (1) year from the date of purchase for new products. Refurbished products carry the Limited Warranty for thirty (30) days after the date of purchase.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Limitations: IN NO EVENT SHALL AMPED WIRELESS’ (NEWO CORPORATION’S) LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, ITS ACCOMPANYING SOFTWARE, ACCESSORIES OR ITS DOCUMENTATION.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE are responsible for properly packaging and shipping the product at your cost and risk to Amped Wireless. The bearer of cost related to shipping repaired or replaced product back to the purchaser will be at the sole discretion of Amped Wireless and determined based on the details of each RMA case. Customers outside of the United States of America are responsible for all shipping and handling costs including custom duties, taxes and all other related charges.
AV3000 USER’S GUIDE Regulatory Information FCC Statement and Declaration: Amped Wireless declares that this device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Regulations. Operation of this device is subject to the following two (2) conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
AV3000 - USER’S GUIDE Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution and Safety Notices: Any changes or modifications (including the antennas) made to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
