Smart-Reach™ Wireless Link Installation and Configuration Guide Manual Type 700 0055 700-0055 R001
Seon Design® Inc. Seon Design Inc. is a specialist in the design and manufacture of video surveillance systems for mobile applications. Seon has been the preferred solutions provider for the pupil transportation industry since 1999. Today, we are proud that our success in this area has made us the leading manufacturer of mobile video surveillance systems in North America. Contact Information Seon Design Inc.
Who This Guide is For This Installation and Configuration Guide provides explanations and procedures for installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting the Smart-Reach Wireless Link. The Guide is intended for users who are installing or configuring the Smart-Reach Wireless Link. Installers should be qualified electricians with data communication experience. Contact Seon Design for assistance with identifying qualified contractors in your area.
Abbreviations and Acronyms Acronym Definition IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers LAN Local Area Network MAC Address Media Access Control address SSID Security Set Identifier SMA-RP SubMiniature version A, Reverse Polarity WI-FI Wireless Fidelity WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy WLAN Wireless Local Area Network WPA Wi-Fi Protected Access Related Documentation Refer to the following related documentation.
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1. About the Smart-Reach Wireless Network- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2 1.2. Smart-Reach Product Features - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–3 Chapter 2 Installation 2.1. Installing the Smart-Reach Wireless LAN - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–2 2.2.
Contents Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4.1. Updating the Software Program - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4.2. Hardware and Connection Setup - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4.2.1. DB-9 to RS-232 Asynchronous - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4.2.2. 4-Pin Molex AUX connector (RS-232) Asynchronous - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4.2.3.
Tables Table 2-1 Table 2-2 Table 2-3 Table 3-1 Table 3-2 Table 3-3 Table 3-4 Table 3-5 Table 3-6 Table 3-7 Table 4-1 Table 4-2 Table 4-3 WLAN mobile antenna location requirements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–4 Smart-Reach front panel features - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–7 Smart-Reach back panel features - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–9 Terminal emulator program settings - - - - -
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CHAPTER 1 Introduction This chapter describes the product features and components of the SmartReach™ wireless network. The Smart-Reach wireless network is for use with the Explorer series of Mobile Digital Video Recording (DVR) Systems from Seon Design, which includes the EX4 and EX8 family of products.
Introduction 1.1. About the Smart-Reach Wireless Network What is a SmartReach wireless network? The Smart-Reach wireless LAN (local area network) is a communication system designed for mobile applications. In a standard Smart-Reach wireless network, as shown in Figure 1-1, a SmartReach vehicle station and a small mobile antenna are installed onboard a vehicle with an Explorer DVR. Another Smart-Reach unit is located in the office with a terminal antenna to create the base station.
Introduction 1.2. Smart-Reach Product Features The Smart-Reach wireless network has been designed using extremely reliable and easy-to-use technology, including: • • • • • • • • 700-0055 R001 Wireless DVR access that provides a high-speed connection to Explorer DVRs. Proven technology using the IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g wireless LAN standard (2.4 GHz frequency). Remote DVR access of live and recorded video footage using DVR Remote Viewer, a Web-based program using the Internet Explorer® Web browser.
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CHAPTER 2 Installation This chapter provides information and procedures for installing the SmartReach wireless local area network (WLAN). The steps include installing: • the Smart-Reach and WLAN mobile antenna onboard a vehicle. • the Smart-Reach and WLAN terminal antenna at the base station.
Installation 2.1. Installing the Smart-Reach Wireless LAN When planning the installation of the Smart-Reach wireless network, select a dry indoor location for the Smart-Reach unit where the unit is not exposed to moisture. Install the Smart-Reach within proximity of the antenna, which is designed to be mounted in an outdoor location.
Installation 2.2. Installation Materials The following materials are required to complete the installation of the SmartReach wireless LAN. 2.2.1.
Installation 2.2.4. WLAN Terminal Antenna Kit For specifications, see “WLAN Terminal Antenna Specifications” on page A–3. The following materials are included in the installation kit: • • Antenna, 6 dBi radome omni, 12.25" L mount bracket 2.3. Installing the Smart-Reach Vehicle Station and Antenna The Smart-Reach vehicle station is clearly labelled and is meant to be installed on the vehicle. The vehicle station is configured before the product is shipped to the customer.
Installation 2.3.2. Step 2: Installing the Mounting Assembly for the Antenna The following procedure summarizes the mounting assembly installation. For complete identification of parts and an illustrated procedure, see the product documentation that is included with the Radiall/Larsen WLAN mobile LPT 2400 NMOHFW antenna. To install the mounting assembly: 1. Drill a ¾" hole on a flat and metallic surface of the vehicle. A fiberglass surface is less than optimal for installing the mounting assembly.
Installation 2.3.3. Step 3: Mounting the WLAN Mobile Antenna To mount the WLAN mobile antenna: 1. Place the required gasket on the base of the antenna. 2. Align the antenna threads with the threads of the base and turn slowly. 3. Stop turning when the antenna feels snug on the base. Do not overtighten. Figure 2-3 Stacking order on the mounting assembly 2.3.4.
Installation Mounting points Figure 2-4 Smart-Reach mounting points To install the Smart-Reach: 1. Use the four #10 × ¾ sheet metal screws or the #10 × ¾ self drilling screws and #10 external lock washers to secure the Smart-Reach to the surface. 2.3.5. Step 5: Connecting to the Smart-Reach Front Panel The Smart-Reach front panel provides the following connections and indicator light, as shown in Figure 2-5.
Installation To connect the CAT5e cable to the front panel: 1. Connect one end of the 20 ft CAT5e cable to the Ethernet RJ-45 connector. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the ETHERNET connector on the DVR. To customize your installation, longer Ethernet cables are available by contacting your sales representative at Seon Design. To connect the power harness to the vehicle’s electrical panel: Power is supplied from the vehicle and not from the DVR.
Installation Powering the Smart-Reach Smart-Reach powers on when the Record Delay-On Time of the DVR1 is over, and the DVR powers up the cameras and Smart-Reach. When the Power Delay-Off Time2 is over, the DVR and Smart-Reach power down. To customize your installation, longer control signal cables are available by contacting your sales representative at Seon Design. 2.3.6.
Installation 2.4. Installing the Smart-Reach Base Station and Antenna The Smart-Reach base station is clearly labelled and is meant to be installed in the yard office. The base station is configured before the product is shipped to the customer. To change the configuration, see Chapter 3, “Network Configuration”. 2.4.1. Step 1: Choosing a Location for the Base Station Antenna The base station antenna is supplied with an L mount bracket and a lightning protector.
Installation Base station antenna Lightning protector Ground terminal Coaxial cable Figure 2-9 Attaching lighting protector and antenna cable 4. Use 12 AWG stranded wire (recommended) to connect the ground terminal on the lightning protector to a pipe in the ground. 5. Connect the SMA-RP connector on the coaxial cable, as shown in Figure 2-10, to the ANTENNA SMA-RP connector on the Smart-Reach. 6. Connect the other end of the cable to the lightning protector, as shown in Figure 2-9.
Installation 2.4.2. Step 2: Mounting the Smart-Reach Mount the Smart-Reach in a dry location as described in “Step 4: Mounting the Smart-Reach” on page 2–6. 2.4.3. Step 3: Connecting to the Smart-Reach Front Panel 1. Connect the Ethernet cable on the Smart-Reach to a computer using two CAT5e cables and the supplied cross-over adapter. The cross-over adapter uses normal CAT5 cable in the installation. 2. Connect the AC power adapter to the 12/24 VDC POWER IN connector.
CHAPTER 3 Network Configuration This chapter provides information and procedures for planning and configuring the Smart-Reach wireless local area network (WLAN).
Network Configuration 3.1. Setting up the Smart-Reach Wireless Network A qualified IT administrator will be required to provide network information. 3.1.1. Network Topologies The wireless network configuration involves multiple vehicles. Each vehicle will have a WLAN mobile antenna and a Smart-Reach vehicle station installed onboard. Another Smart-Reach unit will be installed in the yard office and serves as the base station. 3.1.2.
Network Configuration Figure 3-2 appears. 2. Click Network Connections. Figure 3-2 Network Connections window Figure 3-3 appears. 3. Click on Local Area Connection.
Network Configuration 4. Under Network Tasks, click Change settings of this connection or right-click to display Properties. Figure 3-4 appears. Figure 3-4 Local Area Connection Properties window 5. Under the General tab, click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click Properties.
Network Configuration 6. Click Use the following IP address. 7. In IP address, enter the IP address (typical 192.168.1.2). 8. In Subnet mask, enter the Subnet mask for the network (typical 255.255.0.0.). 9. In Default gateway, enter the IP address of the router or gateway on the LAN. 10. Click Use the following DNS server addresses, and enter the IP address of the DNS server on the network. 11. Click OK. 3.1.4.
Network Configuration 3.2. Configuring the Terminal Program A terminal program like HyperTerminal or Tera Term (a free open source terminal program) communicates with the Smart-Reach unit through the serial port. Use the appropriate terminal program for your Windows operating system. To set up HyperTerminal: 1. Click on Start> All> Programs> Accessories> Communications> HyperTerminal. The New Connection window appears. 2. Type a name for the connection. 3. Click OK. 4.
Network Configuration 4. Select Serial, set the Port to COM1 (or to the COM port that will be used). 5. Click OK. 6. In the Setup menu, select Terminal. Figure 3-7 appears. Figure 3-7 Tera Term: Terminal setup window 7. Set the Terminal ID to VT100. Click OK. 8. In the Setup menu, select Serial Port. Figure 3-8 appears. Figure 3-8 Tera Term: Serial port setup window 9. Enter the standard settings for the serial port, as shown in Figure 3-8. 10. Click OK.
Network Configuration 3.3. Using the Smart-Reach Network Software Use the Smart-Reach software to configure the unit for the different operating modes as a vehicle station or as a base station. The network menu appears as shown in Figure 3-9. Figure 3-9 Welcome to Smart Reach window To log on to Seon Smart-Reach: 1. Enter the login username: admin (default). 2. Press Enter. 3. Enter the password: admin (default). 4. Press Enter. The Smart-Reach main menu appears as shown in Figure 3-10.
Network Configuration Figure 3-10 Smart-Reach main menu The menu has three sub menus: • • • Basic Setup Wireless Setup Bridge Setup 5. Use the left and right arrow keys on your keyboard to move between the three menu items. Use the up arrow and down arrow keys to move between the submenu items. The flashing cursor and asterisk indicate which menu item is active. 6. Press Enter to select the highlighted item.
Network Configuration 3.3.1. Using the Basic Setup Menu Under the Basic Setup menu, select from the menu items which are described in Table 3-2: • Operation Mode for Vehicle or Base. Figure 3-11 Basic Setup menu–Operation Mode • Hostname Figure 3-12 Basic Setup menu–Hostname • Software Versions wimenu V 0.
Network Configuration Table 3-2 Basic Setup menu items Item Description Operation Mode VEHICLE BASE (Mobile Deployment) Configured as a wireless station. (Base Station) Configured as a wireless access point. Hostname Enter a name to identify the device. For example, Vehicle (default name is Mobile) or Base (default name). Software Versions Identifies the software version. To exit the Software Versions window, press the Escape key. 3.3.2.
Network Configuration The configuration parameters include: • ESSID Figure 3-15 Wireless Setup menu–ESSID • Channel Figure 3-16 Wireless Setup menu–Channel • Encryption Mode Figure 3-17 Wireless Setup menu– Encryption Mode 3–12 700-0055 R001
Network Configuration • Encryption Key Figure 3-18 Wireless Setup menu–Encryption Key Table 3-3 Wireless Setup menu 700-0055 R001 Wireless Setup Description ESSID ESSID Channel Channel selection ranges from 1 to 11. Select the channel which will be the operating radio channel. Channel 11 is the default. Encryption Mode Encryption Mode uses WEP (Wired Encryption Privacy). (WPA encryption will be available in the future.) Encryption Key Enter a 10-digit security encryption key.
Network Configuration 3.3.3. Using the Bridge Setup Set the configuration parameters for the bridge connection in the Bridge Setup menu. Under the Bridge Setup menu, select from the menu items which are described in Table 3-4.
Network Configuration • Netmask Figure 3-21 Bridge Setup menu–Network Table 3-4 Bridge Setup menu 700-0055 R001 Ethernet Setup Description IP Address The DHCP server is not available. Enter a static IP address for the Smart-Reach unit. Netmask Enter the network mask 255.255.0.0.
Network Configuration 3.3.4. Configuration Settings The configurations settings for the Smart-Reach network software are provided in the following tables. The tables show the original configuration setting for each menu item. Enter any changes you make to the settings in the Your Changes column.
CHAPTER 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to maintain and troubleshoot the Smart-Reach wireless link.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4.1. Updating the Software Program The software update must be obtained from Seon Design. Attempting to load other software will not work on the Smart-Reach wireless link. To install a software update, a USB memory device must be formatted from a Windows computer using the FAT file format. Load the updated program onto the USB memory device. To install a software program update to the Smart-Reach: 1. Insert a USB memory device with the new software version into the USB port.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4.2.2. 4-Pin Molex AUX connector (RS-232) Asynchronous The AUX connector is for Seon Design use only. Table 4-2 AUX Pinouts Pin Name Description 1 N/C No Connection 2 TX Transmit Data 3 RX Receive Data 4 GND Ground 4.2.3.
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Appendix A Specifications This appendix provides the product specifications for the Smart-Reach wireless link and the antennas. Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Specifications A.1. Smart-Reach Wireless Link Wireless Specifications IEEE Standard IEEE Std. 802.11b (2.4 GHz) IEEE Std. 802.11g (2.
Specifications A.2. Antenna A.2.1. WLAN Mobile Antenna Specifications WLAN Mobile Antenna (LPT Low profile/Transit antenna) Larsen® 2.4–2.5 GHz Gain 20 dBi Type Low profile VSWR (voltage standing wave ratio) < 2.0:1 Power rating 10 W Color White Base size 1.5" Maximum height 3.5" Coaxial cable SMA RP NMOHF, RG-58, 3.28 ft A.2.2. WLAN Terminal Antenna Specifications WLAN Terminal antenna Larsen® 2.4–2.5 MHz Gain 6 dBi Type Radome omni VSWR (voltage standing wave ratio) 1.
Specifications A.2.3. N-Male to N-Female Bulkhead 90 V Lightning Protector Lightning protector Altelicon™, Multi-strike capability, Bi-directional protection Electrical Specifications Frequency range 0–3 GHz Protector complies with IEC/IEEE Standard VSWR (voltage standing wave ratio) 1:1.3 maximum (0–3 GHz) Insertion loss 0.
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