Replacing the WiFi Bridge or Access Point for Excite
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1. WPA Cipher Suite WPA2 Cipher Suite Pre Shared Key Format Pre Shared Key Enable Pre Authentication Wireless Security Setup This page allows you setup the wireless security Turn on WEP or WPA by using Encryption Keys Encryption v Authentication RADIUS Server Note When encryption WEP is selected you must set WEP key value access to your wireless network WEP 64bits WEP 128bits Enterprise RADIUS Personal Pre Shared Key TKIP AES TKIP AES Port IP address Password e Click the Set WEP Key button E http 192 168 1 2 WEP Key Setup Microsoft Internet Explorer Wireless WEP Key Setup This page allows you setup the WEP key value You could choose use 64 bit or 128 bit as the encryption key and select ASCII or Hex as the format of input value Key Length 128 bit Key Format Hex 26 characters Default Tx Key Key x Encryption Key 1 Only use letters A F Encryption Key 2 and numbers 0 9 Encryption Key 3 for Encryption Key Encryption Key 4 Apply Changes Done values Internet e For Key Length select 128 bit e Inthe Encryption 1 field type the 26 character encryption value previously used 5 Click Apply Changes 6 Click Close 7 On the Wireless Security Setup screen click Apply Changes Step 2 Replace Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the AP or Bridge and remove the unit from the mounting2. cable 1 User s manual CD ROM 1 Wall mounting kit 1 Mast mounting kit 1 Waterproof kit 1 25ft CAT5 Outdoor cable 1 Replacement instructions Not all items in the WiFi replacement kit will be used during the replacement Replace components that look damaged or weathered Items not used may be kept and used as spare parts March 27 2008 Adaptive Micro Systems 7840 North 86th Street Milwaukee WI 53224 USA 414 357 2020 414 357 2029 fax http www adaptivedisplays com Copyright 2008 Part Number 1288610102 rev C Replacing the WiFi Access Point or Bridge Step 1 Configure the AP or Bridge Connect the hardware 1 Plug the Ethernet cable from the AP or Bridge unit into the AP Bridge port of the PoE injector 2 Plug an Ethernet cable from your computer or network into the Network port of the PoE injector 3 Plug the DC inlet of the power adapter into the DC48V port of the PoE injector and the other end into a power socket in the wall Login and configure security Locate and write down the encryption key used during the original or previous installation so the new Access Point or Bridge can be configured Note The same encryption key must be used or the two wireless units will be unable to communicate with each other and the messages will not reach the sign 26 character encryption key ETT TET TTT EPP Ee E 1 Open a web browser type one of the following in the Address bar and press
3. following c C WINDOWS system32 cmd exe Microsoft Windows AP Version 5 1 2600 lt C Copyright 1985 2661 Microsoft Corp U gt ping 192 168 1 16 Pinging 192 168 1 16 with 32 bytes of data Reply from 192 168 1 16 bytes 32 time 133ms TTL 126 Reply from 192 168 1 1 6 bytes 32 time 126ms TTL 126 Reply from 192 168 1 16 bytes 32 time 138ms TTL 126 Reply from 192 168 1 18 bytes 32 time 13ims TTL 126 Ping statistics for 192 168 1 16 Packets Sent 4 Received 4 Lost z loss Approximate round trip times in milli seconds Minimum 126ms Maximum 138ms Average An unsuccessful ping looks similar to the following c C WINDOWS system32 cmd exe Microsoft Windows RP Version 5 1 2666 lt C gt Copyright 1985 2661 Microsoft Corp Uz gt ping 192 168 1 2 192 168 1 2 with 32 bytes timed out timed out timed out timed out Ping statistics for 192 168 1 2 Packets Sent 4 Received Lost 4 18 loss gt TEP Part Number 1288610102 rev C
4. hardware the AP or Bridge 2 Mount the new AP or Bridge and connect the Ethernet cable Note If replacing the Ethernet cable leave a sufficient amount of slack near the cable connection point and create a Service Loop Refer to Adaptive s service bulletin SB 08 0002 Excite Installation Practice Tip for Cables at www adaptivedisplays com for more details Part Number 1288610102 rev C Replacing the WiFi Access Point or Bridge Step 3 Send a test message 1 Start Ooh Media Click Start gt All Programs gt Ooh Media gt Ooh Media ern ooh Media 1 1 IP Setup Utility aH ooh Media FA Registration 2 Inthe lower portion of the Ooh Media window under Run time Objects click the insert new text button Run time objects Sena Objects Insert new text button A new text message box appears in Ooh Media 3 Highlight the text inside the message and type an appropriate test message 4 Extend the length of the message by stretching it in the Timeline Time in seconds n Test Mrspage Extend the message long enough for you to go to the sign and look at it Click the disk icon to save the message 6 Name the message and click Save Save in OOH BA BigKahuna msg BA Test Message msa My Recent Documents a My Network File name Test Message msa v Places Save as type OOH Messages v Cancel 7 Click the send message icon to send the message to
5. the sign 8 Verify the message appears on the sign 4 Part Number 1288610102 rev C Replacing the WiFi Access Point or Bridge Changing the IP address for the AP Bridge or computer To change the AP s or Bridge s IP address lf your network configuration requires the AP or Bridge to have a different IP address you can do so at any time by following these instructions 1 Make sure your computer is using an IP address within the 192 168 1 X range See To change the computer s IP address on page 5 Open a web browser type one of the following in the Address bar and press the Enter key e Foran Access Point 192 168 1 2 e Fora Bridge 192 168 1 1 At the login prompt type admin for the Username and admin for the Password and click OK In the left menu area click TCP IP Settings and then click LAN Interface Click in the IP Address field and type in the IP address to use for the unit LAN Interface Setup This page is used to configure the parameters for local area network which connects to the LAN port of your Access Point Here you may change the setting for IP addresss subnet mask DHCP etc IP Address 192 168 1 2 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 Default Gateway oooo O e DHCP Disabled v DHCP Client Range karia 6 Click Apply Changes 7 Click OK To change the computer s IP address 1 At the computer click the Start button and then Connect To gt Show All Connect
6. Replacing the WiFi Access Point or Bridge AP pn 12883004SP Bridge pn 12883003SP ADAPTIVE Adaptive Micro Systems LLC Overview Contents of the WiFi Replacement kit The WiFi Access Point transmits messages from the computer to the Bridge unit located near the sign The Bridge receives the wireless message signal from the the Access Point and sends them to the sign for display These instructions explain how to replace an Access Point AP or Bridge unit connected to an Excite RoadStar or StreetSmart sign that is using Ooh Media software Replacing the AP or Bridge unit consists of three steps e Step 1 Configure the AP or Bridge e Step 2 Replace the AP or Bridge e Step 3 Send atest message If you need assistance during the replacement contact Adaptive s Technical Support team at 414 357 2020 extension 519 Tools and equipment The following is a guideline specific tools and equipment shall be assessed at the installation site e Appropriate tools to remove and install the Access Point or Bridge units e Access to the computer that will be used to send messages to the sign to verify proper operation of the WiFi unit This computer must have ooh Media software installed on it e Current IP address settings of the WiFi unit being replaced Qty Description 1 Wireless Access Point or Bridge unit 48V 0 375A AC DC adapter with wall plug power cable 1 Inline Power Injector PoE 1 1 8m Grounding
7. interconnected networks C Show icon in notification area when connected Notify me when this connection has limited or no connectivity 4 Inthe Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties dialog select Use the following IP address and enter the following Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties n General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically i O P Eeen IP Address 192 168 1 10 CEROS M subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 Subnet mask Eeue Default gateway Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server op Cte 5 Click OK 6 Inthe Local Area Connection Properties dialog click OK 6 Part Number 1288610102 rev C Replacing the WiFi Access Point or Bridge Troubleshooting If nothing appears on the sign when you send messages from Ooh Media the first step is to verify there is communication with the sign You can do this by pinging the sign Ping is a tool used on computer networks to test whether devices are reachable The goal of pinging a device is to get a reply If there is no reply the ping request times out meaning the device is unreachable See To ping the sign Bridge or Access Point on this page for instructions If you can successfully ping the sign
8. ions CJ My Documents 4 My Recent Documents gt 43 My Computer ECO Database a My Network Places B Control Panel 7 Cann FrameMaker 5 i 7 aA Printers and Faxes _ Adobe Acrobat 8 Professional Help and Support B 5 E A e Internet Explorer pP Search m amp IT Run Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Illustrator CS2 All Programs gt Log Off Shut Down Part Number 1288610102 rev C Replacing the WiFi Access Point or Bridge 2 Inthe Network Connections window right click Local Area Connection and choose Properties s Network Connections File Edit view Favorites Tools Advanced Help J gt S s Search ey Folders Address e Network Connections LAN or High Speed Internet eepe Disable Status Repair Wizard Bridge Connections E Create Shortcut New Rename Properties 3 Click Internet Protocol TCP IP and then click the Properties button 4 Local Area Connection Properties General Authentication Advanced Connect using E Intel R PRO 1000 MT Network Con This connection uses the following items E Client for Microsoft Networks a File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks r QoS Packet Scheduler Internet Protocol TCP IP Install Description Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse
9. the Enter key e Access Point 192 168 1 2 e Bridge 192 168 1 1 2 Atthe login prompt type admin for the Username and admin for the Password Connect to 192 168 1 2 A Wireless Access Point User name admin Password C Remember my password A screen similar to the following appears Access Point unit screen Bridge unit screen J Whee fer Poimi SHUP MEMI Mined lminnnet Loplanar Ae Ek Wee Pepti iee hp Ed Wem Fevortes Too Heb N e EA AAN Address FE NeoN E92 160 1 1 home asp Management Access Point Status Management Client Bridge Status TCRAP Settings TCP IP Settings Wireless Ties page shoes the cumi Malia ed done Same aelings of the dees Wireless Thes page shows the current status end some basic settee of the devece ik Looe i OL Logi Idy ikita Jday Thk Amys Yy Infrastructure Cirat Bodge JAO wetless xz pi Dti AFL Dashed De Dasabied MNT Sra bl Fa 00000000000 i Scanning Fed IP 192 168 11 PLS eat eb 255 255 2550 wowi 00d Dithis Derabled Lianne a mea DONIO Oe 3 Click Wireless and then click Security 2 Part Number 1288610102 rev C Replacing the WiFi Access Point or Bridge 4 Set the settings to If the 26 character the same values used for the previous Access Point or Bridge encryption key was used do the following e Select WEP from the Encryption list could prevent any unauthorized Use 802 1x Authentication WPA Authentication Mode
10. then the WiFi devices are communicating properly Basic troubleshooting sequence Ping the sign Is there a reply Yes Contact Technical Support No Ping the Access Point There may be a problem with the Access Point s IP address the wireless unit itself or the internal No gt network Refer to the manual forthe WiFi device contact your network technician or contact Technical Support Is there a reply Yes Y Ping the Bridge There may be a problem with the Bridge s IP address or the cabling See your network technician or contact Technical Support Is there a reply a y Yes Y Try resending the message If the problem continues contact Technical Support Part Number 1288610102 rev C Replacing the WiFi Access Point or Bridge To ping the sign Bridge or Access Point 1 2 Type ping followed by the IP address of the unit as in the following example The ping command is performed from within the Windows command prompt window also referred to as the DOS window To open the command prompt click the Start button and select Run A command window similar to the following appears cx C WINDOWS system32 cmd exe Microsoft Windows KP Version 5 1 2666 lt C gt Copyright 1985 2661 Microsoft Corp IERO ping 192 168 1 2 A successful ping looks similar to the
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