AIRSONICS GXT542U User Manual

GXT542U Gigabit Wi-Fi Extender
QUICK INSTALL GUIDE
This guide will facilitate installation of the GXT 5G model
number GXT542U Gigabit Wi-Fi Extender which may be
co nfigure d a s a:
• Multicast (IPTV) Video Bridge Access Point (AP)
(Section 1)
•
Multicast (IPTV) Video Bridge Client (Section 2)
•
Gigabit Wi-Fi AP (Section 3)
•
Gigabit Wi-Fi Client (Section 4)
Prior to starting, ensure y ou have one ea c h:
• GXT542U unit
• CAT5 Ethernet cable
• Power adapter
• Quic
k Installation Guide

AIRSONICS GXT542U Specifications

General

Brand	AIRSONICS
Model	GXT542U
Category	Extender
Language	English

Summary

Multicast (IPTV) Video Bridge Installation

Multicast (IPTV) Video Bridge AP Installation

Details the installation process for the GXT542U as a Multicast (IPTV) Video Bridge Access Point.

Step 1 – Unit Mode Configuration (AP)

Configures the GXT542U unit mode switch to AP (left position) for Access Point functionality.

Step 2 – Power and LEDs (AP)

Connects power and verifies the AP/STA LED status, which should be BLUE for AP mode.

Step 3 – Placement and Network Connections (AP)

Guides on placing the GXT542U AP near the ONT/Residential Gateway and connecting Ethernet.

Multicast (IPTV) Video Bridge Client Installation

Step 1 – Unit Mode Configuration (Client)

Sets the unit mode switch at the back to STA (right position) for Client mode.

Step 2 - Power and LEDs (Client)

Connects power and verifies the AP/STA LED status, which should be GREEN for Client mode.

Step 3 – Placement and Network Connections (Client)

Places the GXT542U Client near the Set-Top Box (STB) and connects Ethernet.

Step 4 – Pair the Client with the AP

Guides on pairing the Client GXT542U with the AP using the WPS button for association.

Step 5 – Install the DVR and STBs

Completes installation of the Gigabit Wi-Fi Multicast IPTV link and verifies connection quality.

Step 6 - Verify Wireless Performance

Verifies wireless capacity by checking video resolution, recording, and IP configuration on a connected PC.

Gigabit Wi-Fi Internet Activation and AP/Client Installation

Activating the Gigabit Data Wi-Fi Network

Details the process of activating the GXT542U's Gigabit Data Wi-Fi network, noting default configurations.

Steps 1 and 2 – Refer to Section 1 AP Installation

Follows initial AP setup steps from Section 1 for configuring the data network.

Step 3 – Activate the Internet Wi-Fi Network

Guides login to the web interface, enabling the Data Wi-Fi network, and confirming its display.

Installing a Gigabit Wi-Fi Client

Steps 1 – 2 for Client Installation

Follows initial setup steps from Section 2, substituting the target device for the STB.

Step 3 – Pairing the Client with the AP

Details pairing the Client GXT542U to the Data Wireless Network AP using WPS.

LED Guide

LED Status Indicators

Explains the meaning of LED colors for Power, Link Quality (RSSI), and Operation Mode (Client/AP).

WPS Status

Describes the WPS LED status, indicating Flashing Green for an active WPS state.