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1. AC Marine EC X configuration antenna 10dBi gain The EC X injects power to the amplifier over the RF cable EC EXTB mast head amplifier Ethernet cat 5 X over cable Laptop computer Up to 120ft LMR 400 cable DC power 12v to 30v 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation The EC AP ER and EC AP HP configuration The EC AP ER and EC AP HP provide all the functionality of the EC Series In addition these models have an internal access point which permits users to access the EC unit wirelessly The EC AP ER and EC AP HP are wireless repeaters that provide wireless access from any point on a medium size boat The EC AP X configuration The EC AP X permits the EC AP configuration to have an extended antenna cable of up to 120 feet of LMR 400 by configuring the unit with a mast head amplifier that is connected directly to the antenna Alternative antenna cables are available such as LMR 240 that can be used where space is limited for cable runs T VERSION 6 EC AP ER amp EC AP HP m configuration Local Sa point ei antenna Connected to the EC AP via wireless F A i Ethernet cat 5 a cver cable Laptop computer Laptop computer Up to 25ft LMR 4
2. If you need WEP enter a key Pease repeate the key You can use phin text ASCII or a HEX key for WEP Use 5 ASCII digits for 64 bit encryption Use 10 ASCII digits for 128 bit encryption Use 8 HEX digits for 64 bit encryption Use 16 HEX digits for 128 bit encryption Change Settings Clik here when changes are compkte Software Version 6 00b2 check for update EC Series firmware developed for Wave WiFi by Fire4 Systems Technical Support 1 800 831 9818 Fire4 System Inc 2004 2008 All Rights Reserved WIFI For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 24 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 10 Scanning for The EC unit is used to connect to a remote wireless network or HotSpot HotSpot Networks Click on the button NETWORK SCAN as shown on the screen below A list of networks will be displayed EC unit will search for wireless networks and this process can take from 30 seconds to two minutes Click on NETWORK SCAN again the ensure that all networks have been found The list of HotSpot wireless networks is ordered by signal strength the strongest Signals are at the top of the list the weakest signals at the bottom It is likely that with subsequent scans the bottom of the list may change frequently due to the weak signal strength of the access points Scanning for HotSpots Wife ae ie Snan Ena esp ust foe Erna earnan a juleraiiiz plesie lt File Edit
3. Gl a WWW A V E derma ea No Forecasts Wherever You Sail Network Scan Statistics etti Manual LIVE WEATHER Wave WiFi Update firmware via the Internet gt Please select the firmware firmware 5 02 Update firmware from file gt Choose upgrade file Browse Update Firmware Software Version 6 00b2 check for update EC Seres firmware developed for Wave WiFi by Fire4 Systems Technical i Support 1 800 831 9818 Fire4 System Inc 2004 2008 All Rights Reserved For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 34 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation 15 Extending the Local Area Network Using Repeaters and Switches Expansion of the local area network LAN workstations Laptop compute VERSION 6 The Ethernet cable connected to the EC unit has a DHCP server to provide IP addresses for computer equipment connected to the cable There are 250 IP addresses available that can be requested by computers and network equipment Connecting components such as switches and repeaters expands the network Routers can also be connected however the router may modify the IP address Wireless routers and access points can also be connected to expand the local wireless network Many types of products have been tested with the EC unit including Cisco Linksys Dlink Belkin and SMC The expansion of the wire
4. Cat 5 Ethernet data cable Laptop computer Up to 300 ft e e Connection D i to the boats 110 220 110 220 volt ak i EC COMET adapter a supply Power over Ethernet PoE lt gt Adapter Cat 5 Ethernet data cable Up to 300 ft Laptop computer On the Web at www wavewifi com 13 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 3 EC Series Long The EC Series product has five internal components and the EC AP series has i seven components The internal components are illustrated in the diagram below Range Mobile Brid The principle feature of all EC products is the network scanner that permits the riage ay user to search for HotSpots The scanner shows the HotSpot network availability Characteristics and permits the connection to a selected HotSpot using the name identifier SSID of the network or using the MAC address of the network where an SSID is not shown Networks are displayed in order of signal strength The block diagram showing functionality of the EC Series is presented in the diagram below Block diagram showing the EC series functionality Backhaul antenna EC Series System Block Diagram Scanner RF amplifier Wired Ethernet Port V fe d Ethernet C Bridge The EC AP has additional functionality with the inclusion of an access point to permit configuration as a wireless relay repeater The block diagram of
5. Amplifier EC MHA B Masthead Amplifier VERSION 6 In some situations the EC unit cannot be mounted close to the antenna As the maximum recommended length of LMR 400 cable is 25 feet some types of installations are not possible unless a lower loss cable such as LMR 600 is used The EC X product has been designed to permit long antenna RF cables The EC X design employs an external masthead amplifier that is powered over the RF cable IMPORTANT NOTE The EC X and EC AP X must not be operated with the antenna connected directly to the EC unit without the amplifier Damage will result This damage is not covered by the warranty The masthead amplifier is contained in a hermetically sealed enclosure manufactured from a corrosion resistant metal The enclosure is resistant to exposed marine conditions however it should not be submerged The masthead amplifier is a high efficiency design that minimizes dissipation The masthead amplifier is shown in the figure below Masthead Amplifier Connections RF Input from EC via LMR 400 cable N female aly AY aN To Antenna N male The amplifier is connected directly to the antenna as shown in the diagram on the following page In cases where the antenna is deck mounted with insufficient Space to accommodate the antenna amplifier vertically below the deck then a short RF cable can be provided that will facilitate the installation The LMR 400 RF antenna cable from the EC X unit to
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7. http ec wavewifi com network cgi Network Scan Statistics Local AP Manual LIVE WEATHER Wave WiFi EC Network Settings EC Firewall IP settings The EC Firewall protects this EC unit from computers using the same hotspot Please do not disable the EC Firewall unless you have to Some hotspots do not automatically issue an IP address they expect you to set an IP manually set a static IP address You may on rare occasion be given IP settings by the Marina to connect to gt an Access Point They are entered using this button Do not use Enable EC Firewall Firewall is OFF this feature unless you are instructed by marina personel or your deale q Use a static IP System Reboot 7 CurrentSetiings are 7 IP address 192 168 0 2 MAC address 00 80 48 7E 04 E0 i Netmask 255 255 255 0 Gateway 192 168 0 1 DNS 192 168 0 1 Software Version 6 00b2 check for update Technical Support 1 800 831 9818 EC Series firmware developed for Wave WiFi by Fire4 Systems Fire4 System Inc 2004 2008 All Rights Reserved If the firewall has been disabled to permit access to a HotSpot it should be enabled again as soon as possible On the Web at www wavewifi com 31 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 Clicking on the USE STATIC IP address button displays the screen shown below The following information must be provided IP address Subnet mask Gateway IP address DNS IP
8. 9818 Away WIFI For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 30 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation 12 Configuring the EC Series Bridge Interface The EC unit configuration page VERSION 6 Some HotSpot access points are not configured to the full IEEE 802 11 format HotSpot operators change to non standard configuration parameters so that they can bill for internet usage or prevent customers using equipment such as VoIP Clicking on SETTINGS in the MENU opens the screen shown below The two buttons of interest are DISABLE FIREWALL and USE A STATIC IP address DISABLE FIREWALL protects your EC unit from access by other network users However it may be necessary to disable this feature to access some HotSpots where the access point has been configured incorrectly USE STATIC IP address may be necessary for some HotSpots where access is billed and controlled by giving users static IP addresses Clicking on the REBOOT button causes the EC unit to reset When the configuration is complete then click on the MENU option desired Wda uyish Sinan ana ada roe Ena unarna a uleraiilcy Fiais 4 Disable firewall required for some WLAN connections Set radio IP parameters Reset the EC unit Mw AVE NIF For information call 1 800 831 9818 File Edit View History Bookmarks Tools Help WW A M z 2 a ciate na Forecasts Wherever You Sail p FIND OUT MORE a
9. AP Series Local Access Point Antenna 7 The EC EXT Mast Head Amplifier 8 Configuring The EC Series Logging in to the EC Unit 9 Configuring the EC AP Series Local Access Point 10 Scanning for HotSpot Networks 11 Selecting a HotSpot Network and Logging in to the HotSpot 12 Configuring the EC Series Bridge Interface 13 Displaying Transmission Statistics 14 Updating the EC Series Firmware 15 Extending the Local Area Network Using Repeaters and Switches 16 Maintenance of the EC Series Products 17 Marina HotSpot Products Appendix A Linux Distribution Wireless Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration and client design and software hardware configurations The actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed Wireless connectivity and some features i e VOIP may require you to purchase additional software external hardware or services For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 3 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation 1 Mobile Internet Access for Boats The EC Series hy kT a For information call 1 800 831 9818 VERSION 6 The EC series of products provide mobile ship to shore Internet access The equipment is installed on a boat to provide data
10. View History Bookmarks Tools Help a X fae M http fec wavewifi com X G coge Click to scan for Network Scan Statistics Settings Local AP Manual LIVE WEATHER Wave WiFi networks _ Network Scan Availability of public wireless LAN access poinis may be limiled The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on sunounding eecimmagnetic envionment obstacks access poini design and configuration and client design and sotware handware M th configurations The actual transmission speed willbe bwerthan the theoretical maximum speed Wireless conneciivily and some features i e VoIP may require ove e you io purchase addilional software extemal hardware or services cursor over the q uest ion N Ca Connected Have IP Internet Encryption Signal Strength mark for information _ B l 5 iv 0000000000 iv 0000000000 i linksys NO NO NO WEP i Weak 0000000000 Strong The wireless card is using the IP address 192 168 0 2 Software Version 6 00b2 check for update EC Seres firmware developed for Wave WiFi by Fired Systems Technical Support 1 800 831 9818 Fire4 System Inc 2004 2008 All Rights Reserved A number of parameters for each HotSpot found are displayed in the table These parameters are described below representing the columns from left to right Additional information can be read about each
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12. must be connected to the Internet to see this page otherwise a not found error is displayed Wave WiFi This button opens the Wave WiFi web site if the EC unit is connected to the Internet If the EC unit is not connected to the Internet then a not found error is displayed AM WI E For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 22 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation Help Messages VERSION 6 Version 5 EC software now includes on screen help that explains the meaning of features for customers who are not familiar with EC products When a button or header is provided on a page of the software configuration there will be a yellow box with a question mark next to it Simply move the mouse cursor over the yellow box and a larger yellow box will open The large yellow box contains a detailed explanation of the function or header The help feature is illustrated in the screen shot below Wife ae ie Snan Ena esp ut ree eelcifisics earnan juleraiiiz Rira ins 4a Move the cursor over the question mark for additional information Away WIE I File Edit For information call 1 800 831 9818 View History Bookmarks Tools Help G WWWAVE Network Scan i Mh http ec wavewifi com a J Statistics Local AP Manual LIVE WEATHER Wave WiFi Network Scan Availbiliiy of public wireless LAN access poinis may be limited The transmission speed over the wi
13. parameter my moving the mouse over the yellow question mark Each stage of the HotSpot connection process can be observed as the red no in each column changes to a green yes Mw For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 25 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation Network Connected Have IP Internet Encryption Signal Strength hy WV VERSION 6 The network name called the SSID that is broadcast by the HotSpot network The user can click on this name to select the network In order to avoid the EC unit changing to a different network with an identical name the network chosen is always selected by the EC unit using the MAC address The MAC address is unique for each access point In some cases the hotspot will not broadcast a network name and the MAC address of the HotSpot will be shown This indicates that the EC unit has started a process of connection to the HotSpot and the HotSpot access point has responded to say that it is available for connection This indicates that the EC series unit has been able to negotiate an IP address with the remote HotSpot selected When this field changes from a red no to a green yes the EC unit has acquired an IP address from the HotSpot In some cases a HotSpot name will be displayed but an IP address cannot be obtained This occurs because the HotSpot access point is not connected to a network This indicates
14. the EC AP is shown in the diagram below Block diagram showing the EC series functionality Backhaul Scanner EC AP System Block Diagram antenna l A Access RF point amplifier antenna V lt gt Ethernet C Bey Bridge p en Wired Ethernet Port Ways WV For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 14 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 The EC series models share functional and technical characteristics All models are manufactured to marine grade specifications that will ensure continuous performance when installed on a boat Technical specifications that are common to all EC series products are shown in the table below Standard power 10 ft cable for connection to 12 volt or 24 volt DC Power over Ethernet PoE obtained from boat 12volt power circuit requires a 2 AMP fuse supply via the cigar lighter supplied Optional power Power over Ethernet PoE adapter to operate from Power over Ethernet PoE using the 110 220 volt 110volt or 220 volt inverter adapter supplied Bridge antenna Omni directional marine 10dBi gain Internal directional 10dBi gain Bridge antenna cable 25 ft of LMR 400 cable with N male connectors Internal antenna no cable required Configuration utility Web based access at http ec fire4 com Web based access at http ec fire4 com Ethernet port Port can be expanded externally using a switch Port can be expanded externally using a switch The specifi
15. the EC will be displayed at the bottom left hand corner of the screen In a few locations the HotSpot will not provide an IP address The user will have to enter a fixed IP address manually and the HotSpot operator will provide the fixed IP address A HotSpot network may be encrypted using WEP WPA or WPA 2 If this is the case then a box will open to enter the encryption key when the network is selected WEP Encryption WEP encryption provides privacy for information sent over the wireless network however it is the least secure encryption scheme but is widely used An encryption key has to be provided for the user by the HotSpot operator and this is entered on the SC screen when requested WEP encryption keys can be written in a HEX or ASCII format When the type of key is known then the Plain Test ASCII box or in the HEX box must be clicked WEP keys can be different lengths depending on the degree of security required Common key lengths are 64 bit and 128 bit Type the WEP key in the box shown in the figure on the following page taking care to type the correct number of digits Mw For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 29 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 Wa uisk Oren epi Veep at roe Eria uean a uleraiile miesie lt File Edit View History Bookmarks Tools Help lt v i ft http ec wavewifi com 0 connect amp mac 00 18 39 F7 64 21 amp enc v G A
16. the masthead amplifier can be extended to 120 feet This permits the antenna and amplifier to be mounted on a mast spreader while the RF cable is routed down the mast to the EC unit installed below deck The masthead amplifier offers the EC user superior communications performance The full output power of the amplifier 30dBm is available at the antenna With the standard EC configuration RF cable attenuation is between 4 to 6 dB On the receiver side the quality of data transmission is determined by the bit error rate Bit error rate is directly proportional to receiver signal to noise ratio The masthead amplifier improves the signal to noise ratio by a factor equivalent to the attenuation of the cable This means that the EC X has a 4 to 6dB IF I For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 19 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 improvement in signal to noise ratio compared with standard amplified units The AC Marine antenna shipped with the EC X range of products has a N female connector at its base The masthead amplifier can be screwed directly to the antenna connector for best performance Before powering the EC unit insure that the amplifier and antenna are installed correctly and that all cables have been tested Configuration of the EC X and EC AP X is shown in the diagram below EC X Configuration EC X and EC AP X Amplifier Configuration E The EC uni
17. the page when the EC unit is connected to the Internet If new software functions are available then they will be explained in the revised manual that is downloaded with the firmware update The firmware update is downloaded from the Wave WiFi Web site and installed by the EC series product Firmware will only be downloaded if it is a later version than that installed on the EC series unit When the firmware can be downloaded directly to the EC unit the EC unit must be connected to the Internet to update the firmware Alternatively the firmware can be downloaded to a laptop computer at any time then taken to the EC unit to upload the firmware When connected to the Internet click on the bottom left hand corner of the display check for update and the page shown below will be displayed The EC unit will check the firmware version available and display it on the page as shown Click on the firmware link to start the update process Firmware update will take approximately 5 minutes Do not disconnect the EC during this time When the firmware update is complete then the EC unit power should be cycled switched off and on If the firmware update has been downloaded to the users computer then click on the BROWSE button to locate the file Once located then click on the UPDATE FIRMWARE button Wua i ie Siran anua veep as bee ra neari a juleraiiic Eiris File Edit View History Bookmarks Tools Help lt X i http ec wavewifi com update
18. to Strong connect with fast data rates Weak Weak Strong Weak Strong Weak Strong For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 26 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 11 Selecting a HotSpot Network and Logging in to the HotSpot Selecting the HotSpot Select the target network by clicking on the HotSpot name SSID Mw When the list of HotSpots has been obtained one can be selected for connection The list is ordered with the strongest signal at the top It may not be possible to connect to networks that have a small number of red bars of signal strength The desired network is recognized from the name or SSID of the network Clicking on the name will select the network In some cases identical names will be repeated in the list e g Linksys The EC always connects to the HotSpot using the MAC address therefore the EC will remain locked on to the SSID selected even if the relative signal strengths of the SSID s change If the access point detected has data encryption a field opens to manually enter the WEP or WPA key Wife aa ie Sinan nna ada roe rina ararnar a ulori plese File Edit View History Bookmarks Tools Help lt X eo A http ec wavewifi com wpakey aabbccddee amp o connect amp mac X G A WWWAV E CLEARPOINT 2 High Definition Weather Precise Forecasts Wherever You Sail Network Scan Statistics etti Local
19. 00 cable DC power 12v to 30v ECAP T En i i Local 10dBi configuration Pi o point antenna EC EXTB mast head amplifier The EC AP X injects power to i Ethernet cat 5 the amplifier X over cable over the RF cable Laptop computer Up to 120ft pe pona LMR 400 12v to 30v cable Laptop computer Connected to the EC AP via wireless For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 6 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 Expanding the EC series computer EC series prod uct Marin network configurations Backhaul Connect several computers to any of eee the EC products using a switch The EC series products can be integrated into a swrrcn i PANEN TT pE computer network installed on the boat The Ethernet cable can be connected to a switch to permit multiple Ethernet cat 5 i X over cable devices to connect to the EC unit i In addition the EC Ethernet ae mee DC power 12v to 30v modified by the installer so port configuration can be that the mode can be changed from DHCP server to DHCP client or to a fixed aptop computer IP address See the OEM Sas configur
20. 818 On the Web at www wavewifi com VERSION 6 10 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 2 EC Series EC series products are manufactured for mobile operation and are manufactured for operation in a harsh environment and will operate from a 12 or 24 volt boat Power supply the EC COMET is 12 volts only The products can be installed on a small Connection boat or large yacht If there is any doubt about the quality of the vessel 12v or 24v DC power supply then the EC unit should be powered from a 110 volt inverter through the optional Power over Ethernet PoE switching supply The EC COMET can only be powered via PoE A qualified professional should always carry out installation of any EC product This will ensure that damage to the EC unit is avoided Remember that damage to the EC unit through improper installation of the power cord is not covered by the equipment warranty Connecting the EC EC series products can be powered directly by the boat low voltage supply unit to 12 or 24 volts typically 12 volts or 24 volts DC or from an inverter supply of 110 volts or 220 DC EC COMET is volts via a 48 volt optional Power over Ethernet PoE supply 12volts only The EC COMET should be connected to 12 volts ONLY via the power over Ethernet PoE adapter If the EC unit is to be connected to the low voltage supply then the following conditions must be met 1 The voltage range is between 12 volts and 24 volts nomi
21. AP Manual LIVE WEATHER Wave WiFi Network Scan Availabilily of public wieless LAN access poinis may be limied The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and ihe distance over which wireless LAN can each may vary depending on sunounding eleciomagneli envionment obsiacks access poini design and configuration and client design and sofiware harndware configurations The actual transmission speed willbe lowerthan the theoretical maximum speed Wireless connectivily and some features i e VoIP may require you fo purchase addilional software extemal hardware or services Network Connected Have IP Internet Encryption Signal Strength Connecting jv 0000000000 Stong ks 0000000000 Stong The wireless card is using the IP address 192 168 0 2 Software Version 6 00b2 check for update SOALAN developed for Wave WiFi by Fired Systems Technical Support 1 800 831 9818 Fire4 System Inc 2004 2008 All Rights Reserved When the network name has been clicked the hot spot connection procedure will begin as shown in the screen above The connecting process make take from 1 to 2 minutes depending on the HotSpot speed of response The EC display will change to that shown below while the negotiation for connection is in process When the basic connecting process has been established with the HotSpot the EC will request an IP address as shown on the following page For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 27 WAV
22. AP using the laptop wireless card EC AP X A Mast head amplifier version of the EC AP HP permits the antenna cable to be extended to 120ft of LMR 400 cable The amplifier is suitable for installation with the antenna on a mast spreader EC series products are all supplied with a high gain antenna for remote communication between the ship and the shore HotSpot Communications range depends on the specific EC model and on the capabilities of the shore based HotSpot A later section of this document describes the range capabilities of each type of EC product All EC Series products communicate using a range of frequencies at 2 4 GHz This spectrum is unlicensed and is used by other types of equipment including cordless phones and microwave ovens The EC product communications will experience interference from other sources of 2 4 GHz RF such as cordless phones The EC products can only communicate to a shore based HotSpot by line of sight Any obstruction will block the transmission In the case that the boat has difficulties communicating with a HotSpot the mooring location may have to be changed to improve communications The EC series products provide all functionality required to connect a microcomputer to a remote HotSpot network over distances up to several miles The microcomputer is connected to the EC unit via a cross over Ethernet cable supplied with the unit The Ethernet cable can be extended up to 300 feet The EC Series has a high gain
23. Always Ver6 Rev 0 EC Series MARINE WIFI Guide to Operation Version 6 0 firmware Mobile Wireless Internet Network Equipment for Marina Hot Spot Access Complies with IEEE 802 11 g 2 4GHz Standard for Unlicensed Spectrum Use Copyright Fire4 Systems Inc 2004 to 2008 All Rights Reserved WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation hy A Ww FCC Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 The device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of this device is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized When connecting an external antenna to the device the antenna shall be placed in such as manner to minimize the potential for human contact during normal operation In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 8 inches during normal operation Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment complies with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designe
24. COMET antenna permits communications to be established over longer distances however if the boat turns on anchor with wind or tide then the direction of the EC COMET will have to be adjusted EC COMET directional antenna must point to shore On the Web at www wavewifi com 17 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 6 The EC AP The EC AP local access point is provided with a 3 5 dBi omni directional rubber Seri L l antenna screwed directly to the EC unit antenna connector The position of this eries oca antenna is adjustable and should be positioned vertically after installation of the Access Point EC AP unit Antenna This antenna can be substituted for a directional Patch antenna that has a RP TNC male connector A patch antenna may better suit the transmission characteristics of the boat Wave WiFi can supply a Patch antenna as an optional item PATCH re antenna ae Angle of coverage Patch directional antenna antenna The patch antenna has a beam like radiation characteristic as shown in the diagram above A suitable mounting location for a patch antenna is inside a hardtop on a sport fishing boat as shown in the figure below Antenna located in the hard top downward pointing radiation pattern is shown Mw n i AV J For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 18 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation 7 The EC X and EC AP X Units with Masthead
25. E WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 Requesting an IP address Wave WiFi Catch the Wave Tor marine Internet Mozila Hretox File Edit View History Bookmarks Tools Help lt X i A http ec wavewifi com wpakey aabbccddee amp o connect amp mac G g CLEARPOINT High Definition Weather Precise Forecasts Wherever You Sail LIVE WEATHER Wave WiFi Network Scan Availabilily of public wireless LAN access points may be limiled The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the dislance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on sunounding ekctmomagnetic envionment obslacks access poini design and configuration and client design and sotware harndware configurations The actual transmission speed willbe lowerthan the theoretical maximum speed Wireless conneciily and some features i e VoIP may require you io purchase addilional sofiware extemal hardware or services Connected id Internet Encryption Signal Strength xferp532 Getting IP address i Weak 0000000000 Strong wea 0000000000 Ston The wireless card is using the IP address 192 168 0 2 Software Version 6 00b2 check for update EC Series firmware developed for Wave WiFi by Fire4 Systems Technical Support 1 800 831 9818 Fire4 System Inc 2004 2003 All Rights Reserved When the HotSpot access point has given the EC unit an IP address then the screen will change to the one shown below The la
26. WWWAVE CLEARPOINT Fail High Definition Weather Precise Forecasts Wherever You Sail Network Scan Statistics Settings Local AP Manual LIVE WEATHER Wave WiFi Network Scan Availabilily of public wireless LAN access points may be limiled The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach E ncryption key entry may vary depending on sunounding elciomagnelic envionment obstacks access poini design and configuration and client design and sofiware hardware configurations The actual transmission speed willbe bwerthan ihe theoretical maximum speed Wireless conneciivily and some features i e VoIP may require you fo purchase addilional software extemal hardware or services Network Connected gt Encryption Signal Strength aig P f l o tm 0000000000 gt t vee 0000000000 gt m A WEP key is needed for this Access Point Choose type of key Plain Text HEX 7 i Weak ak 0000000000 Strong Connect You will need to enter a key given to you by the owner of this Access Point Plain Text Keys should be 5 or 13 digits and may contain 0 9 and A Z HEX Keys should be 10 or a peed read Se 26 digits and may contain 0 9 and l ny Software Version 6 00b2 check for update letters A F for Wave WiFi by Fire4 oa Systems Technical Support 1 800 831 9818 5 The wireless card is using the IP address 192 168 0 2 WPA and WPA 2 WPA and the n
27. address When the data has been entered the CHANGE SETTINGS button must be clicked This will reset the EC with the new network parameters Allow up to 2 minutes for the reset procedure to be completed When the reset procedure is complete then click any of the MENU options The IP address configuration screen Wda uisk Snan ana yeep ust Oe ELIS EHra a julerailicy mlesie lt File Edit View History Bookmarks Tools Help a X fi M http j ec wavewifi com ip cgi action static X G A AVE CLEARPOINT _ i High Definition Weather Precise Forecasts Wherever You Sail Network Scan Statistics etti Manual LIVE WEATHER Wave WiFi EC Network Settings Set IP address Please enter the following details required IP Address 192 168 0 2 E Netmask 255 255 255 0 on l SETTINGS Gateway 192 168 0 1 for the DNS Domain Name Server 192 168 0 1 change to take effect Change settings F Software Version 6 00b2 check for update EC Series firmware developed for Wave WiFi by Fire4 Systems Technical Support 1 800 831 9818 Fire4 System Inc 2004 2008 All Rights Reserved lwaye WII For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 32 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 13 Displaying The EC unit stores statistics about the transmission of data between the local P computer and the remote HotSpot Click on STATISTICS in the MENU to see
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29. ation information Connecting access points to EC series EC series product Pn products configurations Backhaul antenna Connect a Wireless Router 10dBi gain Linksys Any type of access point can Belkin etc be connected to the EC Ethernet port If the device sail connected is a wireless router then the EC device must be connected to one of ae as ae Ethernet cat 5 the LAN ports not the WAN cable port If the EC device is connected to the WAN port then the wireless user will D at an not be able connect to the EC login page Laptop computer Aly WI E For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 The EC ER EC HP and EC X enclosure connectors ER ER EC HP EC X Product External Connectors Three connections are made to the EC ER EC HP and EC Antenna connector LED indicates X products The power Type N female peer connector is a 10 ft lead with a 4 pin connector that inserts Power connector and then screws tight to the 12volt to 30volt DC Data PoE 4 pin socket on the enclosure The Ethernet cable is connected to the EC unit externally and then the cable seal screwed tight The antenna is an N female connector and should be connected only with the antenna cable supplied The EC ER EC HP and EC X conn
30. c 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 All Rights Reserved ways WII For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 39
31. c technical characteristics of the EC AP series are presented in the table below The two EC AP models differ in receiver sensitivity and power output Access point antenna Omni directional 3 5dBi gain Optional access point antenna 14dBi patch RP TNC connector DC operating voltage 12 volts to 48 volts Power consumption 30 watts PoE 802 3af available for 110 220v operation yes yes yes Specific technical characteristics of the EC ER EC HP EC X and EC COMET are presented in the table overleaf The models differ in receiver sensitivity and power output Wave i WI E For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 15 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 EC Series characteristics EGER ECHP ECK EC COMET Receiver sensitivity 11Mb s 89dBm Receiver sensitivity 2Mb s 33dBm Antenna connection Internal directional DC operating voltage 12 volts only PoE 802 3af available for 110 220v operation yes yes yes yes 4 The EC Series EC model options of transmit power and receive sensitivity determine the p O maximum distance that the EC unit can support communications The table below ower utput illustrates maximum range for transmit and receive under the conditions shown Options Range The figures are approximate and are determined by the quality of the installation Considerations the positioning of the antenna the terrain between the EC unit antenna and the HotSpot and finally the qua
32. communication with a fixed shore based HotSpot access point The EC series is characterized by having high receiver sensitivity and transmitter output so that communication can be established over a distance of several miles to a HotSpot that has a similar high receiver gain and transmitter output The EC family of products is comprised of the following models EC COMET Integrated Ethernet bridge and directional antenna providing a long range ship to shore link The EC COMET is an economical high performance product for smaller boats EC ER Ethernet bridge providing a high power long range ship to shore link The users Laptop computer connects to the EC ER using the laptop Ethernet port EC HP Ethernet bridge providing an extra high power long range ship to shore communications up to 12 miles The ship board computer connects to the EC HP using an Ethernet cable EC X A mast head amplifier version of the EC HP permits the antenna cable to be extended to 120ft of LMR 400 cable The amplifier is suitable for installation with the antenna on a mast spreader EC AP ER Ethernet bridge providing a high power long range ship to shore link and relay with an access point for local wireless access The users Laptop computer connects to the EC AP using the laptop wireless card EC AP HP Ethernet bridge providing an extra high power long range ship to shore communications up to 12 miles One or more Laptop computers connect to the EC
33. d network is illustrated in the diagram below Please consult a network specialist for additional information on designing and configuring computer networks switch Multiport Ethernet Server switch gt decane point Seo aL l D EC series K a SS unu Wireless fy As router flwave Wid For information call 1 800 831 9818 J Laptop computer On the Web at www wavewifi com 35 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation 16 Maintenance of the EC Series Products IMPORTANT NOTE 17 Marina HotSpot Products hy kT 2 VERSION 6 The EC series enclosure protects the electronic components from the external environment If the unit is to be located in a position that is exposed to salt sea spray then the installer should take additional precautions to extend the life of the product 1 Use silicone sealant around power and antenna connect seals to prevent contact with salt water 2 Wrap exposed metal connector parts with adhesive PVC tape or shrink wrap to prevent contact with saltwater Avoid installing the EC unit in an area that might be subject to excessive heat for example close to engine exhaust Thi
34. d to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference The eguipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions in this manual it may cause harmful interference to radio television or telecommunications reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on The user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver e Power the equipment via a different electrical circuit from that which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer who installed the equipment or an experienced radio frequency technician Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by FIRE4 Systems Inc or its authorized distributors may void the users authority to operate the equipment For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com VERSION 6 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation Contents Wireless Notice hy A WV VERSION 6 1 Mobile Internet Access for Boats The EC Series 2 EC Series Power Connection 3 EC Series Long Range Mobile Bridge Characteristics 4 The EC Series Power Output Options Range Considerations 5 Installing the EC Series with an Omni directional Antenna 6 The EC
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36. ectors are shown in the diagram The EC AP ER EC AP HP and EC AP X enclosure connectors EC AP ER EC AP HP EC AP X Product External Connectors Four connections are made to the EC AP ER EC AP HP Antenna connector Local access point Cat 5 cable connector and EC AP X products The Type N female antenna RP TNC Data PoE power connector is a 10 ft lead with a 4 pin connector that inserts and then screws Power connector LED indicates tight to the 4 pin socket on 12volt to 30volt DC power on the enclosure The Ethernet cable is connected to the EC unit externally and then the cable seal screwed tight The antenna is an N female connector and should be connected only with the antenna cable supplied A second antenna connection is provided for the local access point This antenna uses a RP TNC connector The EC AP ER EC AP HP and EC AP X connectors are shown in the diagram AWAve WIFI For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 The EC COMET enclosure connectors The EC Comet has only one connector this is the Ethernet connector that supplies the power to the unit 12 volts only and also Directional provides the data connection antenna to the computer If more than one computer is to be connected to the EC COMET then a switch can be connected to the data cable and then several computers Point towards can be connec
37. ed successfully three green yes messages will be seen in each of the three columns If one of the columns has a red no then Internet access is not available Confirmation of the connection ua uyish Snan ana veep Uae ur ra nearr a juleraiii Eiris File Edit View History Bookmarks Tools Help lt a X a A http jec wavewifi corn G N WWWAVE Network Scan Statistics Settings Manual LIVE WEATHER Wave WiFi Network Scan Availabiliy of public wireless LAN access poinis may be limiled The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on sunounding electromagnetic environment obstacks access poini design and configuration and clieni design and sofiware handware configurations The actual iransmission speed willbe bwerihan the theoretical maximum speed Wireless conneciivily and some features i e VoIP may require you fo purchase addilional sofiware extemal hardware or services Network Connected Have IP Internet Encryption Signal Strength 7 xferp532 i Weak 0000000000 Strong ea 0000000000 Sron The wireless card is using the IP address 192 168 0 2 Software Version 6 00b2 check for update EC Seres firmware developed for Wave WiFi by Fire4 Systems Technical Support 1 800 831 9818 Fire4 System Inc 2004 2008 All Rights Reserved When the EC unit has connected to a Hot Spot the IP address that the hot spot allocated to
38. er Firefox or Netscape Type in the URL http WaveWiFi com After a short delay the EC page will open The EC startup page will look like the one shown below fee ie Snan ana ve Ua Pe ra unarna a juleraiil Rira ins File Edit View History Bookmarks Tools Help lt a ff M http ec wavewifi com Q ON WWAVE Network Scan Statistics ing Manual LIVE WEATHER Wave WiFi Network Scan Availabiliy of public wireless LAN access points may be limiled The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can each may vary depending on sunounding ebcimmagnetic envionment obsiacks access poini design and configuration and client design and sofiware harndware M configurations The actual iansmiesion speed willbe bwerihan ihe theoretical maximum speed Wireless conneciivily and some features i e VoIP may require The EC Series network you io purchase addilional software extemal hardware or services scan page Network Connected Have IP Internet Encryption Signal Strength seme i fsx 0000000000 rore fsx 0000000000 Sore check for update EC Series firmware developed for Wave WiFi by Fire4 Systems Technical Support 1 800 831 9818 Fire4 System Inc 2004 2008 All Rights Reserved MWAYE VWI For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 21 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 There is a MENU along the top of the d
39. ermitting customers to purchase Internet access time Additional information can be found at www Avansu com For more information please call 1 800 556 3911 or visit www WaveWiFi com For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 36 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 Appendix A WaveWiFi EC Series products use the Linux operating system version 2 6 as part of the software suite included with each WaveWiFi product The Linux V 2 6 LINUX operating system is distributed under the GNU General Public License WaveWiFi Distribution abides by all the terms of the GNU The Linux distribution installed in EC products is available on a CD Customers can request a copy of the Linux distribution CD The customer will be charged 20 for packing and postage of the CD For more information please call 1 800 831 9818 The software distribution does not include proprietary applications programs developed exclusively for WaveWiFi by Fire4 Systems Inc GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2 June 1991 Copyright C 1989 1991 Free Software Foundation Inc 51 Franklin Street Fifth Floor Boston MA 02110 1301 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document but changing it is not allowed Preamble The licenses for most software are designed to take away your freedom to share and change it By contrast the GNU General Public License is intended to guarantee your
40. ewer WPA 2 encryption schemes are much more secure then WEP Encryption encryption When the EC detects that the HotSpot is using WPA or WPA 2 encryption then a box permits the user to type in the pass phrase provided by the HotSpot operator as shown in the figure below Wea Wie Srst Ena AEL EUr EIS Eara a aloral Riis File Edit View History Bookmarks Tools Help u v A a N http ec wavewifi com 0 connect amp mac 00 14 6C FB 96 02 amp en G y AN A V Call the world as low as 2 1 per minute on Skype Network Scan Statistics Settings Manual LIVE WEATHER Wave WiFi Network Scan Availabilily of public wirless LAN access poinis may be limiled The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can each may vary depending on sunounding elciomagnelic envionment obsiacks access poini design and configuration and client design and sofiware handware configurations The actual transmission speed willbe lbwerthan the theoretical maximum speed Wireless connectiviy and some features i e VoIP may require you fo purchase addilional sofware exite mal hardware or services Pass phrase entry Signal Strength A WPA passphrase is needed for this Access Point Connect x 0000000000 Stong The wireless card is using the IP address 192 168 0 2 Software Version 6 00b2 check for update EC Series firmware cevelped or NiFi YE Fires Same Technical Support 1 800 831
41. hrough connecting it to an inadequate DC supply is NOT COVERED by the warranty If you have any questions about the power supply connection please consult a professional who is accustomed to the installation of marine electronics systems The PoE Power over Ethernet unit supplies power over the Ethernet Cat 5 cable The Ethernet cable supplied with the EC unit should be plugged into the PoE supply to the connector marked DATA POWER A second Ethernet cable must be connected from the PoE supply terminal marked DATA to the boat computer or network The DC power cord must be removed from the EC unit to use PoE Where the EC unit will be connected via the PoE supply then the power unit must be ordered separately The connection of the PoE supply is shown in the diagram below Power over Ethernet PoE supply optional Power via 110 volt to 220 volt POWER DATA Cat 5 Ethernet data cable EC series unit Important DC power cord must be disconnected to use PoE Damage may result to the EC unit caused by connecting the DC supply incorrectly or connecting to an inadequate supply Avoid these situations The polarity of the connection is reversed The applied voltage is higher than that specified gt 30 volts The DC circuit has ripples or spikes greater than 2V If you are not sure about connection voltages ripple spikes or polarity then consult a qualified electronics technician If a qualified technician
42. is not available for the installation then purchase the EC unit with the optional power over Ethernet PoE regulated switching supply This For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 12 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation EC COMET data and power connection 12 volt connection 110 220 volt connection MW kF 2 j I For information call 1 800 831 9818 VERSION 6 supply operates from a 110 220 volt inverter and will ensure that the proper power supply requirements of the EC product are met The PoE supply for the EC series products must be rate at least 25 watts The EC COMET is powered over the Ethernet cable This means that the EC COMET can be fixed to a stanchion or mast with direct view of the shore based HotSpot and the Ethernet cable can be wired below deck to the computer Power is fed onto the Ethernet cable using the power over Ethernet PoE adapter supplied with the unit The PoE adapter has two RJ 45 jack sockets and a round power socket The EC COMET is supplied with two types of power cords Power cord with cigar lighter plug Power cord with 110 220 volt adapter Both power options are shown in the diagrams below e 12 volts ONLY fa a E E Powered via Connection the fused cigar lighter to the boats plug i EC COMET 12 volt supplied supply Power over Ethernet PoE lt Adapter ae
43. isplay All features of the EC configuration are accessed through this MENU Note that some configuration pages have buttons to initiate functions and others provide data entry fields to enter information required by the EC unit The EC series MENU buttons The EC AP uses the additional Local AP button to configure the Access Point gt High Definition Weather Precise Forecasts Wherever You Sail FIND OUT MORE Network Scan Statistics Settings Local AP Manual LIVE WEATHER Wave WiFi Menu selection Network Scan Opens the NETWORK SCAN page This is the page that appears after logging in to the EC unit Statistics Display the EC unit transmission statistics graphically Settings View and modify the EC unit network settings Local AP This button is functional for the EC AP only This screen permits modification of the local access point configuration Manual Clicking on the MANUAL option in the MENU will open a new browser window to 2 EC Series Long The ECA product hae fin itera commporarts arc the EC A ha seven compe Range Mobile fa DC bree a a rater cont Fobag ritecrh avelabiny and a t ecto to a h show the user manual Bridge Characteristics in PDF format The user must have the Adobe PDF reader installed on the computer The manual will be displayed as shown in the figure Live Weather This button links to the Wave WIFI Web site to display the current weather information The EC unit
44. lity of the remote HotSpot equipment and antenna EC COMET EC ER and EC HP and EC X and EC AP ER EC AP HP EC AP X Approximate range using a high gain omni l l l l directional antenna for line of sight ship to 4 miles 6 miles 12 miles 12 miles shore where the shore based access point has similar receive sensitivity and transmit power using the using 25ft using 25ft using 65ft output to the corresponding EC unit Antenna internal antenna cable antenna cable antenna cable cables longer than 25ft should not be used directional LMR 400 LMR 400 LMR 400 except for X models antenna The recommended LMR 400 cable has an attenuation characteristic of 1db 14ft At the recommended maximum 25ft there is a cable loss of 1 8dB The N connectors represent an additional loss of 0 6dB each giving a total attenuation for the 25ft of cable at 3dB If it is necessary to run longer cable lengths then a lower loss cable can be used e g LMR 600 Consult the Times Microwave Systems catalog for additional information regarding LMR series cables at http www timesmicrowave com When operating any EC unit within the USA or US costal waters the FCC rules regarding radio frequency transmissions must be observed Please ensure that your boat does not cause interference to other HotSpot users When a boat is moored within the costal waters of any country that country s rules regarding transmission power must be observed Wave WW For info
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47. nal 13 8 volts to 26 4 volts on the boat battery The EC unit may be damaged if the voltage exceeds 30 volts 2 The DC supply must have independent isolation via a breaker must have a fuse of 2 AMPS in series with the supply and positive and negative must be clearly marked The RED wire on the EC power cable must be connected to the POSITIVE terminal and the BLACK wire on the EC power cable must be connected to the NEGATIVE terminal The EC unit may be damaged if these wires are inverted 3 The ripples and spikes on the DC power line must not exceed 2 volts If inductive or capacitive loads are switched on to the DC supply line then test the supply line for spikes and ripples DC power connection of the EC unit is shown in the figure below Line fuse 2 AMPS Breaker Red wire gt lt Black wire Power supply 12 to 24 volts negative ground 12v Battery j EC series unit MW WIFI For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 11 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation Connecting the EC unit using the optional PoE Power over Ethernet from the boats 110 220 volts AC supply Precautions when connecting power to the EC unit hy WV VERSION 6 If you have any doubt about the quality of the boat DC power supply then install the EC unit using the optional PoE switching supply and connect this unit to an inverter with 110 volts output Remember that damage to the EC unit t
48. omni directional antenna that is mounted at the highest point of the boat to ensure direct line of sight to the remote HotSpot network Diagrams that follow show EC series configurations On the Web at www wavewifi com 4 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation The EC ER and EC HP configurations Both the EC ER and EC HP products have high power output and the EC HP also has additional receiver amplification to permit communication in excess of 10 miles to a high power shore based HotSpot access point The antenna cable is limited to a length of 25 feet of LMR 400 cable supplied with the unit If longer cable lengths are used the range will be dramatically reduced The EC X configuration The EC X product has an external 1 Watt mast head amplifier that is connected directly to the antenna The mast head amplifier permits the antenna cable to be extended up to 120 feet of LMR 400 cable The EC X provides communication in excess of 10 miles to a high power shore based HotSpot access point Alternative antenna cables are available such as LMR 240 that can be used where space is limited for cable runs Away Tl For information call VERSION 6 EC ER 6 EC HP g Marine configuration Backhaul 10dBi gain Ethernet cat 5 X over cable Laptop computer Up to 25ft LMR 400 cable DC power 12v to 30v
49. reless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can each may vary depending on sumounding ebcimmagnetic envionment obslacles access poini design and configuration and client design and sohware hardware configurations The actual iansmission speed willbe bwerihan the theoretical maximum speed Wireless conneciivily and some features i e VolP may require you io purchase addilional sofiware extemal hardware or services Internet Encryption Signal Strength ve 0000000000 Sron weak 0000000000 Stong Access Point AP Generally APs will have the same name as the marina or hotel to which they belong To try to connect to the AP simply click on the name inksys The wireless card is using the IP address 192 168 0 2 Software Version 6 00b2 check for update Technical Support 1 800 831 9818 EC Series firmware developed for Wave WiFi by Fire4 Systems Fire4 System Inc 2004 2008 All Rights Reserved On the Web at www wavewifi com 23 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation 9 Configuring the EC AP Series Local Access Point Note If your product is an AP model with built in wireless access point then configure the AP first For other EC models please skip this section The Access Point settings page VERSION 6 All EC AP models include an access point Selecting LOCAL AP in the MENU will configure the access point When this button is clicked the page shown below appears First of all t
50. rmation call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 16 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation 5 Installing the EC Series with an Omni directional Antenna The EC Comet directional antenna hy Wid For information call 1 800 831 9818 VERSION 6 A high gain omni directional antenna is shipped with the EC unit for connection to the bridge radio This is the N connector located on the side of the enclosure The antenna should be mounted in a vertical position so that it is vertically polarized If the antenna is mounted horizontally the reception from most HotSpots will be reduced The antenna is suitable for a the marine environment and can be mounted in an exposed position The antenna cable provided with the EC unit is 25ft of LMR 400 cable If the cable is extended beyond this length or if an antenna cable is made up that is not LMR 400 then the EC unit will not function or function very poorly A qualified technician should install the antenna and cable The EC COMET has an internal antenna that is directional and so must be mounted so that the antenna is pointing towards the HotSpot The diagram below shows the direction where the antenna is most sensitive The EC COMET is not intended for permanent mounting The unit is provided with a Velcro strap so that it can be tied to a stanchion while in use When not in use the EC COMET should be stowed The directional nature of the EC
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52. s will shorten the life of the product Avoid installing the EC unit in an area that might become submersed for example in an area that is frequently washed down This will shorten the life of the product Do not connect the EC unit to a low voltage supply that might have ripple or switching spikes this will cause defective operation of the EC product and may lead to damage of the product not covered by the warranty Ensure that only LMR 400 antenna cable is used that that cable lengths do not exceed 25 feet This will ensure good network reception If antenna cables are prepared on the boat have a professional install the N connectors on the LMR 400 cable This will ensure good network reception The WaveWiFi products are shipped in a sealed enclosure and have no customer serviceable components The enclosure must not be opened by the installer or customer If the unit is opened then the warranty will be voided If an EC unit requires repair then please call WaveWiFi Technical Support 1 800 831 9818 to request an RMA number and ship the product to WaveWiFi for repair Please contact WaveWiFi for information about HotSpot products for installation in marinas The AP MARINE series of products provide up to 1 watt of RF power that will provide good coverage of a large marina The AP MARINE products include wireless relay repeaters that will extend the HotSpot range further Marina HotSpot products feature the Avansu billing system p
53. st step is to verify if the HotSpot is connected to the Internet A figure in the Internet column indicates that this test is in progress Verifying that the Wave WiFi Catch the wave for manne Internet Mozilla Firefox HotSpot has Internet File Edit View History Bookmarks Tools Help access lt i AX http j ec wavewifi com e EN WWAVE Network Scan Statistics etti Manual LIVE WEATHER Wave WiFi Network Scan Availabilily of public wireless LAN access poinis may be limiled The transmission speed over ihe wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can each may vary depending on sunounding ekbctmomagnetic envionment obslacks access poini design and configuration and client design and software hardware configurations The actual transmission speed willbe lbwerthan the theoretical maximum speed Wireless connecivily and some features i e VoIP may requir you io purchase addilional software extemal hardware or services Internet Encryption weak 0000000000 Stong The wireless card is using the IP address 192 168 0 2 Software Version 6 00b2 check for update EC Series firmware a na Wave WiFi by Fire4 Systems Technical Support 1 800 831 9818 Fire4 System Inc 2004 2003 All Rights Reserved ways WII For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 28 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 When the connection process has been complet
54. t ee injects AC power to the Marine amplifier antenna over the RF 10dBi gain cable AC Marine a a m antenna _ 10dBi gain Maximum 1 ft antenna extension EC EXT EC EXT mast head mast head amplifier amplifier S Minimum 25 feet of cable max 120 feet of LMR 400 hy n fi WIFI For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 20 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 g Configuring The With the EC unit installed connect a computer to the Ethernet cable Use a S computer with the Windows XP operating system Older versions of windows may EC Series not have a satisfactory network performance Logging in to the Click on computer Windows XP CONTROL PANEL then NETWORK CONNECTIONS EC Unit Check that the computer has obtained an IP address from the EC unit The Ethernet Interface icon will indicate that the IP address has been set If there is any doubt about the computer getting the correct IP address click on START then RUN Type CMD into the box then click OK A DOS window will open Type IPCONFIG and look at the IP address A correct IP address should be as follows 192 168 8x xxx Some computers may take up to 3 minutes to obtain an IP address An Apple MAC PowerBook can also be used to configure the EC unit It is recommended that the PowerBooks have OS X installed however When the computer has an IP address open the browser The browser can be MS Internet Explor
55. ted to the the HotSpot Switch RJ 45 Ethernet Connector Remove cover for Ethernet Cable Connector Installation of the EC COMET enclosure The EC COMET is fixed to mast or stanchion using the EC COMET Velcro tape that is supplied gt with the unit directional antenna must Remember that the antenna point to shore is directional and so the EC wee Velcro TapE COMET must be rotated so a supplied to tie that is points towards the is the EC COMET shore based HotSpot as to a stanchion shown VE WIF gt MW For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com a WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation Installation of the EC series enclosure The EC series products have four fixing holes Dimensions of the fixing holes are shown in the diagram The EC unit can be fixed to a bulkhead or hardtop without any concern for orientation of the product IMPORTANT if the EC unit is located in an area of high humidity then the connectors should be pointing downwards to prevent accumulation of water around the connectors The connectors will be damaged if this occurs In the case of an installation with high humidity it is recommended to wrap adhesive sealing table around all connectors A suitable product is manufactured by 3M Corp hy WV Bulkhead drilling template to mount EC unit Four holes dia 0 375 For information call 1 800 831 9
56. that the HotSpot provides access to the Internet When Internet access is available the red no will change to a green yes If an attempt is made to connect to a HotSpot but the Internet column does not change to a green yes the HotSpot access point does not have an Internet connection HotSpots that require payment will not indicate a green yes until the user logs on to the HotSpot and pays the requested amount or enters a log in code obtained from a scratch card If the HotSpot is transmitting using WEP WPA or WPA 2 encryption format then this field will show a box to permit entry of the encryption key When the key has been typed then click the CONNECT button directly below the box This field shows the signal strength using a graphical scale calibrated from 1 to 10 When the signal is very weak the scale is red in color The signal strength scales of the display are shown in the drawing below A signal strength shown in red is very weak It may not be possible to connect to a network when the signal strength is red When the signal is stronger the scale color changes to orange An orange scale indicated that it is possible to connect to the HotSpot however the data transmission speed will be slow A green scale indicates a strong usable signal This signal strength will provide a high speed connection Weak Strong ween aes Difficult to connect with slow data Weak Strong Weak Strong Weak Strong Easy
57. the Transmission graphical display shown below The display shows the signal to noise ratio of the Statistics transmission The signal to noise ratio indicates the quality of the link The green line should be no higher than 75dBm for good data transmission If the green line is higher then data transmission will be slow or will be frequently interrupted The graph shows a short period of data transmission When finished click on any one of the MENU options The transmission statistics display Wei ie Snan ana Skia Poe ra earnan a juleraiil Eiris File Edit View History Bookmarks Tools Help lt a ff t http ec wavewifi com stats cgi X G OR Network Scan Statistics Settings LIVE WEATHER Wave WiFi WiFi Signal to Noise Graph gt Signal 69dBm Noise 96dBm If you can t see the graph you need to install the Adobe SVG viewer Software Version 6 00b2 check for update EC Series firmware developed for Wave WiFi by Fire4 Systems Technical Support 1 800 831 9818 Fire4 System Inc 2004 2008 All Rights Reserved For information call 1 800 831 9818 On the Web at www wavewifi com 33 WAVE WIFI EC Series Guide to Operation VERSION 6 14 Updating the EC Series Firmware Selecting the firmware update option Away M a When a new firmware version is available for lEC Series products an announcement will be made using the banner located in the upper right hand part of
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61. ype in the access point name use the name of the boat if installed on a boat Using the name _of the boat will permit the boats EC unit access point to be located in a crowded marina The transmit channel can be left at the default unless the network becomes slow due to conflicts with a nearby access point If the local network is to be encrypted then enter the WEP key as shown The changes will only be saved if the CHANGE SETTINGS button is clicked After this is clicked then the EC unit may take up to 2 minutes to restart When the configuration is complete then click any of the MENU options Wea ie Snan ana Ve Pe ra earnan a juleraiilc FIr ios lt Type in na me name of boat Optionally select a transmit channel from 1 to il Type in a WEP encryption key if required When complete click to set changes Mwave File Edit View History Bookmarks Tools Help fae M httpi ec wavewifi com ap cgi G A WWWAVE CLEARPOINT Fill High Definition Weather Precise Forecasts Wherever You Sail Network Scan Statistics Settings Local AP Manual LIVE WEATHER Wave WiFi Local Access Point Management mpage will allow you to set the details of the local access point of this EC unit Setting up the access point with EP encryption is not advisable as other computers near you will be able to access your access point nter your new Access Point name SSID a WiFi EC Series Selctach ei any

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