CipherLab 8200 Reference Manual

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Chapter 3 System Menu
3.11.5 ECHO TESTS
This function is used to measure the coverage of the range, estimate the number of APs
and mobile computers needed, and determine the topology of deploying APs.
Client Mode
Set the mobile computer as a client. Enter the IP address of a server with which a connection is
desired. Then, it will try to connect to an AP.
1. Run the utility “EchoTest.exe” on your computer. Associated settings include
- Select “TCP/IP – Server” for interface.
- Set Action Mode to “Passive”.
2. Start the echo test on both ends.
3. Enter the server IP and port number on the mobile computer.
Server Mode
Set the mobile computer as a server. The mobile computer will try to connect to an AP.
1. Run the utility “EchoTest.exe” on your computer. Associated settings include
- Select “TCP/IP – Client” for interface.
- Set Action Mode to “Passive”.
2. Start the echo test on both ends.
While running echo tests, if WPA setting is enabled for security, the SSID and Passphrase
will be processed to generate a pre-share key.
Note: If you change the SSID or Passphrase, it will have to re-generate a pre-share key.

CipherLab 8200 Specifications

General

IP Rating	IP54
Display Type	LCD
Barcode Scanner	Laser
Connectivity	RS-232
I/O Ports	RS-232