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Microhard Systems IP920 User Manual

Microhard Systems IP920
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Operating Manual
IP920
Wireless Ethernet Bridge/Serial Gateway
Revision 0.90, January 11, 2006
#17, 2135 - 32
nd
Ave. N.E.
Calgary, Alberta T2E 6Z3
Phone: (403) 248-0028
Fax: (403) 248-2762
www.microhardcorp.com
Microhard Systems Inc.

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Microhard Systems IP920 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMicrohard Systems
ModelIP920
CategoryNetwork Router
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1. Introduction

1.0 Product Overview

Introduces the IP920 as a high-performance wireless ethernet bridge and serial device gateway.

1.1 Features

Lists the key features of the IP920, including wireless transmission, low latency, serial interface support, etc.

1.2 About this Manual

Explains the purpose of the manual and assumes prior user experience with system integration.

2. Electrical/Physical

2.0 Connectors

Details the front and back panel connectors and indicators of the IP920 module.

2.1 Indicators

Describes the function of various LED indicators on the IP920, including Alarm, MHX Status, RX/Sync, TX, SYS, and RSSI.

2.2 LED Operation

Explains LED functionality based on different operating modes (Power Up, Master, Repeater, Remote).

2.3 VSWR Alarm

Describes the VSWR alarm indicator (yellow LED) and its cause, suggesting checks for antenna and cables.

3. User Interfaces

3.0 Overview

Outlines the three approaches to access and configure the IP920: Serial console, Web UI, and SNMP.

3.1 Notation

Explains the meaning of specific notations used in textUI and webUI for editing and navigation.

3.2 Serial Console

Details the configuration for COM2 as a system console, including baud rate, data bits, and login credentials.

3.3 Web Based User Interface

Explains how to access the IP920's web interface using a browser and the default login credentials.

3.4 Network Management

Describes the built-in SNMP agent for network management, supporting SNMPv1, v2c, and v3.

4. Configuration

4.0 Overview

States that menu hierarchy is similar across user interfaces and descriptions are based on webUI.

4.1 Main Menu

Lists the main menu options that navigate to submenus or system parameters within the configuration.

4.2 System Configuration

Covers setting system time statically or synchronizing with an NTP server, with no backup battery for the clock.

4.3 Network Configuration

Allows configuration of network settings including local IP, NTP, DHCP server, and SNMP agent settings.

4.4 Radio Configuration

Allows modification of radio parameters such as operating mode, output power, link rate, and network topology.

4.5 COM1 and COM2 Configuration

Details configuration for serial ports, including COM1 as a dedicated data port and COM2 as a console/data port.

4.5.1 Serial Port Settings

Covers port status, channel mode (RS232, RS422, RS485), baud rate, and data format.

4.5.2 Serial Port Protocols

Explains serial port protocols like TCP Client, TCP Server, and UDP variants for transmitting data.

4.6 Security Configuration

Describes security measures for wireless traffic and device management, including password and WEP encryption.

4.7 System Information

Used for displaying diagnostic and statistic information, including packet statistics and connection status.

4.8 System Tools

Provides tools for changing administrator passwords, upgrading the system, and restoring default settings.

4.8.1 Firmware Upgrade

Describes the process of upgrading the IP920 system via webUI or command line FTP.

Recovery from Command Line FTP

Details the procedure for upgrading an IP920 unit from recovery mode using command line FTP.

Parameter Change through Command Line FTP

Explains how to download and upload system configuration files using FTP for parameter changes.

4.8.2 Reset Radio to Defaults

Allows resetting radio link problems by using factory defaults to verify wireless link.

4.8.3 Reboot System

Command to reboot the IP920 unit locally or remotely without physically cycling power.

4.8.4 Reset System to Default

Command to reset all system settings to their factory default values.

5. Installation

5.0 Overview

Provides guidelines for installing and deploying equipment that incorporates the IP920 module.

5.1 Estimating the Gain Margin

Explains factors affecting successful communication, including system gain, path loss, and interference.

5.2 Installing External Cables, Antennas and Lightning Arrestors

Covers installation of external cables, antennas, and lightning arrestors, including weatherproofing and cabling recommendations.

Antenna

Discusses antenna selection based on path loss and topology, and lists approved antennas.

A. Serial Interface

RS-232 Signals

Describes the RS-232 signals and their functions for asynchronous serial communication.

RS-422 Signals

Describes the RS-422 signals defined by EIA for serial data communications, featuring unidirectional drivers.

RS-485 Signals

Describes the RS-485 signals defined by EIA for bidirectional, half-duplex data transmission.

B. RS485 Wiring

2-wire RS-485

Shows a typical two-wire configuration of RS-485 for IP920, highlighting transmission and receiving.

4-wire RS-485

Illustrates connecting the IP920 in a four-wire RS-485 network, emphasizing master/remote node communication.

C. Mounting Dimensions

Physical Dimensions

Provides the physical dimensions and mounting hole specifications for the IP920 unit.

D. Technical Specifications

Data Interface Specifications

Details the supported data interfaces including RS232, RS422/485, and Ethernet.

Power and Consumption

Specifies power requirements, consumption in different modes, and operating voltage.

Radio and Performance Specs

Lists operating frequency, system gain, sensitivity, output power, and bandwidth.

Environmental and Storage

Covers operating and storage temperature ranges, and humidity specifications.

E. Approved Antennas

Antenna Categories

Lists approved antennas for the IP920, categorized by type (Quarter Wave, Rubber Ducky, etc.).

F. Glossary

Terminology Definitions

Provides definitions for technical terms used throughout the IP920 Operating Manual.