Gateway Commissioning
This section covers network connection, network configuration, setting date and time, adding
users and adding transmitters.
The Gateway is commissioned using a Web Browser via a Network connection. This
connection can be via cross-over RJ45 cable (recommended) or via modem.
Requirements for Commissioning
• PC with RJ45 Ethernet jack or Modem.
• Ethernet cross-over cable.
• Static IP address and subnet mask. (Usually allocated by IT Department)
• For modem connections telephone sockets for the Gateway and PC modem and
associated leads are required. An IP address is not required for modem only operation.
Gateway to PC Network Connection via RJ45 cross-over Ethernet Cable
Connect the cross-over Ethernet cable between PC and RJ45 jack on the Gateway.
Set up your PC temporarily with a fixed IP address.
You should undo these steps once you have completed commissioning the Gateway.
For Windows 98, ME, 2000 and XP
1. Go to the Windows control panel and double-click on the Network icon or the Network
Connections icon.
2. Right-click on the “Local Area Connection” and select Properties.