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Appendix 1: Walkabout Kit and WiFi Set-up Guide
Introduction
XTA have spent a considerable period of time searching for a reliable, straightforward solution to creating a wireless
system that can interface with our units. The obvious choice of standard network is to utilise the ‘Ethernet’ system as
utilised by computer and control systems worldwide.
We have developed a new version of AudioCore to work with local area networks (LANs) and wireless local area
networks (WLANs) using the TCP/IP protocol. This system means there is no need for COM port redirection software or
to use external USB to serial converters. These can prove troublesome, especially with laptops.
We have found that the Netgear WG511T Wi-Fi card provides greatly extended range and improved stability, over and
above any WLAN systems built into laptops or tablet PCs (such as those featuring ‘Centrino’ processors).
The solution for the connection to the serial port on our processors is catered for by the Wiser WLAN to Serial converter.
This device is small, stable, and easy to set up. New software has been developed for the 4 Series and DP224/6 so that
they may reprogram the Wiser’s basic features and required settings for hassle free configuration. We also have a utility
program that allows more comprehensive setup of the device via a PC, if the default settings are not suitable.
Contents of the kit
1: Wiser Wi-Fi to Serial Converter;
2: Netgear Wi-Fi card;
3: Power supply for Wiser;
4: Cable with RED band to connect to XTA
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(this may be a light brown cable in some kits)
5: Cable with WHITE band for PC connection.
Also included, but not shown:
Netgear driver disk;
XTA Wiser PC Set-up disk;
Important Note
Before you begin installing the Netgear wireless card or the Wiser interface, please make sure you have the latest version
of software in your unit(s).
Unit Type/Program Name Earliest Compatible Version
4 Series V1.50
DP226 V3.60
DP224 V2.60
DP6i V2.3
AudioCore V8.00
This software and the loader program are available from our website at www.xta.co.uk and is also included on the XTA
Wiser set-up disk supplied with this kit.
Note: This system, operating on TCP/IP, is only designed to control the 4 Series, DP226, DP224, and DP6i.
Inclusion of older units (DP100/200/202) will impair performance and is not recommended.
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Some kits may be supplied with a light brown cable in
place of the black with red band type.