User's Manual

Ripwave 2.6 GHz User Guide Navini Networks, Inc.
Beta User Guide Frequently Asked Questions
1) What is the Ripwave unit?
Ripwave is a new and exciting product that allows end users to access the Internet at
broadband speeds through a small wireless device that is self installed and is
non-line-of-sight to the tower.
2) What does it cost?
As a beta user, there is no charge for using the service.
3) Are there conditions attached in beta-testing the Ripwave unit?
As a beta user, you agree to:
a) Provide feedback on your experiences with this service & hardware. You will be
notified regularly throughout the beta trial period to provide feedback.
b) Return the Ripwave unit at the termination of the beta trial.
4) When can I purchase the Ripwave unit and how much will it and the service cost?
The exact pricing and time frame for commercial deployment has not been determined. When
service is deployed in your area, you will be notified.
5) I have installed the Ripwave software and cannot connect to the Internet.
If you are having problems, contact your service provider.
6) Can I use the Ripwave unit outside of my home or in another part of the city?
As this is a beta trial, the service is only available in a limited coverage area. Therefore, using
the Ripwave unit outside of the coverage area may result in loss of coverage. The Ripwave
unit can be used anywhere there is adequate signal strength – including outdoors – as long as
there is power to the unit from the wall charger or battery (not included for all users). Your
service provider will be able to tell you the coverage area for the beta trial.
7) How can I tell if there is adequate signal strength?
The top LED indicator on the Ripwave unit flashes green when you have strong/adequate
signal strength in a given area (see page 15 for all signal strength indicator colors). Moving
the Ripwave unit around or rotating the Ripwave unit may help with improving signal
strength. Use the Ripwave Monitor Signal Strength and the Signal Quality bar graphs to help
obtain maximum signal strength and quality. Also ensure that the antenna is pointed straight
up.
8) How can I obtain a battery for my CPE, and do I need one?
Only a select number of beta users will be given a battery for their Ripwave unit. The battery
is optional and is not necessary to operate the Ripwave unit. The battery allows the unit to be
operated without AC power.
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