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1. user admin password webxaccess RedPort Halo Long Range WiFi Extender Quickstart Guide and Setup Manual p Run the Ethernet cable through the opening on the metal base _ Attach antenna to extender Important You must attach the antenna to the extender FIRST before connecting anything else Failing to do so may short your equipment isa Put the o ring around the bottom part of the middle threaded connector Push gray plastic gasket into the hole Will not create water tight seal add silicon if you wish Run the Ethernet cable through the pieces as shown fo Plug Y cable into either provided 110 220V AC adapter or optional 12V Cigarette Plug adapter sold separately Plug in the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the base of the extender Plug WiFi Extender Ethernet cable into Optimizer LAN Port a Take the Y cable provided and connect one barrel connector into the Optimizer power port Plug the other barrel connector cad sie into the power cable for the WiFi components careful to not thread the extender connectors Extender Then screw in small connector screws Ses into metal base using provided alan wrench T N Configuring Optimizer to Use the WiFi Extender Step 1 WiFi connect to the Optimizer Step 2 Use a web browser to go to this URL 192 168 10 1 Optimizer s login screen will app
2. 11 0 Change Superadmin and or Admin Password The default password for both the superadmin login and the admin login is set to webxaccess The easiest way to change the login admin password is to modify the XGate Settings See the XGate Help File gt User Interface gt Settings gt Optimizer wXa amp Sat Fi for details The only way to change the superadmin password is via the Optimizer User Interface To change the password s login to the Optimizer Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 00 0 01 0 05 Changes 0 System status overview System Message Log Local WiFi Setup SSID and Security WiFi Setup 12 Change hotspot name and or add security and set password WiFi Extender Setup Step 1 Connect m Select external WiFi network to connect to Requires an external antenna amplifier connected to LAN port Enable WiFi Extender Route all network traffic through WiFi Extender Make sure you have configure the WiFi Extender first B Disable Firewall Firewall Status ON Disabling the firewall allows all traffic to from the Internet through the router This options should be used with caution and only when connected to land based WiFi Router Password Reboot Router Select lt Router Password gt Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 34 of 45 RedPort When logged in as the superadmin you will see this screen If logged in as the admin user you can only change the passwo
3. A valid NMEA GPS feed is required Tracking IMEI 1923397155235 Iridium terminal A valid NMEA GPS feed is required Send GPS information to an email address using satellite provider s SMS service INMARSAT Isatphone Iridium terminal 8 A valid NMEA GPS feed is required Recipient Email Address user domain com 12 Enter a valid email address Reset Save Save amp Apply Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 13 of 45 RedPort Step 1 Enter the Tracking Interval in minutes the default is set to hourly reporting 60 minutes This means that every 60 minutes a position report will be transmitted over your satellite link Keep in mind that standard airtime charges will apply to each postition report Adjust the Tracking Interval to meet your needs Step 2 Select the satellite terminal you are using Note a valid NMEA GPS feed is required when using some satellite devices Step 3 Select lt Save amp Apply gt 5 2 Tracking via SMS If using certain satellite devices GPS information can be sent to an email address using your satellite provider s SMS service Standard SMS charges may apply check with your satellite airtime provider for details Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 00 0 01 0 05 Changes O WiFi Extender GPS Tracking GPS NMEARepeater PPP Tracking Tracking Parameters Enable disable tracking and set parameters Standard airtime charges apply 1 FO
4. GMN RedPort E Making Airtime Count Optimizer User s Guide RedPort Router wXa 112 Copyright Global Marine Networks LLC Table of Contents 1 0 About this guide 2 0 Introduction to RedPort Optimizer 3 0 Getting Started Router Administration 4 0 RedPort Halo WiFi Extender 5 0 GPS Tracking 6 0 GPS NMEA Repeater 7 0 Signal Monitor 8 0 GSM 9 0 Restrict Wireless Network Access 10 0 Rename the Wireless Network 11 0 Change Admin Password 12 0 Update Firmware 13 0 Access System Log 14 0 Reboot 15 0 System Status for Monitoring Usage 16 0 Profiles 17 0 Firewall Modification Appendix A Optimizer Quick Start Guide Appendix B Halo WiFi Extender Quick Start Guide Copyright Global Marine Networks LLC 04 05 06 08 13 15 23 24 29 31 33 35 3 38 40 41 43 46 48 RedPort Optimizer User s Guide Revision History Date Revision Author December 15 2014 Initial Release D Brickhouse March 19 2015 Version 2 0 D Brickhouse Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 3 of 45 RedPort 1 0 About this guide This guide is intended for onboard onsite administrators of the RedPort Optimizer wXa 112 routers It features only those sections of the user interface that require configuration for a specific service or may need to be accessed by the average user For convenience the Optimizer Quick Start Guide can
5. Marine Networks LLC Page 36 of 45 RedPort Step 2 lt Browse gt to where you saved the bin file and select that file Step 3 Select lt Flash Image gt Step 4 Wait for the grey button on top of the Optimizer to begin flashing When the button stops flashing the firmware is done updating This typically takes several minutes To confirm the firmware upgrade login to the Optimizer Home Page again The firmware version displays in the top banner of the User Interface Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 00 0 01 0 05 Services Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 37 of 45 RedPort 13 0 Access System Log If you are experiencing connection issues your service provider may request that you send them a copy of the Optimizer System Log Step 1 Attempt an email connection Step 2 Login to the Optimizer Home page Step 3 Go to Status gt System Log Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 00 0 01 0 05 Services Status Network BA Overview Firewall Routes system Log Kernel Log Realtime Graphs System Log Sat Mar 7 19 38 14 2015 daemon info dnsmasq dhcp 1108 DHCPDISi Sat Mar 7 19 38 14 2015 daemon info dnsmasq dhcp 1108 DHCPOFF Step 4 Copy paste the entire log into an email and send to your service provider Note The System Log date will show May 31 unless you have synced the Optimizer Local Time with a browser in System Tab gt Local Time gt Sync with browser T
6. PPP Status Settings Log PPP and Modem Settings Settings which control the dialup behavior of USB connected satellite phones APN Wizard O Select APN by Country Provider and Plan gt B Access Point Name Username Blank Entry B Value set under PPP settings and displayed here for convinience Password Blank Entry B Value set under PPP settings and displayed here for convinience Pincode 2 t SIM card pin Leave blank if none required E Reset Save Save amp Apply Step 1 Enter the Access Point Name APN as provided to you by your cellular carrier Step 2 If you have protected your cellular SIM card with a pincode enter the pincode here Step 3 Click lt Save amp Apply gt NOTE As of this writing some customers have found the APN Wizard helpful in lieu of entering the information manually however it is still under development and may or may not help with your configuration Now go to Services gt PPP gt Settings gt PPP Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 26 of 45 Changes 0 WiFi Extender GPS Tracking GPS NMEA Repeater Status Settings Log PPP and Modem Settings Settings which control the dialup behavior of USB connected satellite phones Modem Interface System Default Select COM port assigned to modem Modem Speed System Default gt B Baud rate for modem serial interface Username 4 ___ __ gt Leave blank if none
7. Step 2 Route Network Traffic through the Halo WiFi Extender Setup Step 1 Connect 12 Select external WiFi network to cor Step 2 o Enable WiFi Extender Route all network traffic through W Step 3 E Disable Firewall Firewall Status ON Disabling the firewall allows all traffic t connected to land based WiFi Select lt Enable WiFi Extender gt Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 10 of 45 RedPort WiFi Extender Setup Step 1 Connect D Select external WiFi network to connect Step 2 E Disable WiFi Extender Route traffic through Satellite Link Step 3 Disable Firewall Firewall Status ON Disabling the firewall allows all traffic to fro connected to land based WiFi All traffic is now routed through the WiFi Extender You can run XGate and XWeb To return to routing traffic through your satellite device simply select lt Disable WiFi Extender gt 4 1 3 Step 3 Manage the Firewall optional By default the firewall is ENABLED This means that ALL traffic from your computer is blocked from the internet with the exception of XGate and XWeb traffic This setting is recommended when using the Halo in areas where there may be many users competing for the wireless network bandwidth thereby causing slow and painful internet connections If you want to sync some applications or perform some other function that is currently being blocked i e streaming video you
8. Wireless Network It is possible to change the name of your wireless network This is the name of the wireless network that you connect to using your computer or iOS or Android device The default name is wXa 112 xxxx where the xxxx represents a unique number The easiest way to change the wireless network WiFi hotspot name is to modify the XGate Settings See the XGate Help File gt User Interface gt Settings gt Optimizer wXa amp Sat Fi for details As an alternative you can change the name of the wireless network WiFi hotspot via the Optimizer user interface To change the name login to the Optimizer Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 01 0 20 0 18 Changes O Home Services Status E System Network System status overview System Message Log Local WiFi Setup SSID and Security WiFi Setup 8 Change hotspot name and or add security and set password WiFi Fytender Sefiin Select lt WiFi Setup gt and go to Interface Configuration gt General Setup Optimizer User s Guide Copyright Global Marine Networks LLC Page 32 of 45 RedPort Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 01 0 16 0 19 Auto Refresh Services Interfaces Wifi DHCP and DNS Hostnames Static Routes radioO Master wXa 112 79a1 Wireless Network Master wXa 112 79a1 wlan0 The Device Configuration section covers physical settings of the radio hardware such as channel transmit power or antenna selection which are shared amon
9. any zone HTTPS DO nd i A Ted E NOT MODIFY From any host in any zone Accept forward A Edit x Delete To any host port 443 in any zone FTP DO NOT senda MODIFY From any host in any zone Accept forward t A Edit x Delete To any host ports 20 21 in any zone IMPORTANT NOTE Modifying the firewall is neither an intended nor a supported use of the Optimizer Modifying the behavior of the Optimizer firewall other than the above will void the warranty and may render the Optimizer inoperable Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 44 of 45 RedPort This concludes the RedPort Optimizer User Guide If you have a question that is not addressed in this Guide or if you have recommendations to improve the usefulness of this Guide please contact us at support gmn usa com Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 45 of 45 Physical Setup 1 Connect the satellite phone or terminal to Optimizer USB port for satellite handsets Note A USB to serial adapter is required for RS232 based satellite phones such as the Iridium 9505 a Ethernet for satellite broadband devices OpenPort BGAN FleetBroadband 2 Connect the power 12V DC required Use supplied AC Adapter or optional battery or adapters 3 Connect your computer Via an Ethernet cable or e Via Wi Fi 4 Install XGate and or set up GPS Tracking services See back page for setup details XGate Insta
10. email address at the interval entered in Step 1 Step 4 Select lt Save amp Apply gt Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 15 of 45 RedPort 6 0 GPS NMEA Repeater The Optimizer supports USB and RS 232 NMEA devices allowing multiple applications to share the GPS NMEA data If you have a NMEA RS 422 device adding a RS 422 to RS 232 converter to your setup may allow the sharing of data The Optimizer does not transmit data but can be configured to receive and repeat GPS NMEA data from e A broadband satellite terminal with integrated GPS when connected to the Optimizer via a standard ethernet connection As of this writing supported terminals include Iridium Pilot Inmarsat FBB and Inmarsat BGAN A handheld satellite phone with integrated GPS when connected to the Optimizer with the satphone s USB Mini Micro USB cable As of this writing supported handheld satphones include Iridium 9575 Extreme and Inmarsat IsatPhonePro WARNING IsatPhonePro users The phone only transmits GPS coordinates about every 10 minutes It is NOT recommended for navigation or any application that requires real time data e A USB connected GPS or NMEA device e A serial port connected GPS or NMEA device NOTE If you are using a satellite phone with a serial port RS 232 that transmits GPS data i e some fixed phones and fleet phones it is NOT compatible with the Optimizer In order to repeat GPS data a s
11. must Disable the Firewall To Disable the firewall WiFi Extender Setup Step 1 Connect 8 Select external WiFi network to cor Step 2 Enable WiFi Extender Route all network traffic through W Step 3 ah o Disable Firewall 12 Firewall Status ON Disabling the firewall allows all traffic t connected to land based WiFi Select lt Disable Firewall gt Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 11 of 45 RedPort WiFi Extender Setup Step 1 Connect 12 Select external WiFi network to connect x Disable WiFi Extender Step 2 Route traffic through Satellite Link Step 3 Enable Firewall 12 Firewall Status OFF Enabling the firewall disabled all traffic to th Your computer now has full access to the internet for syncing applications browsing etc To turn the Firewall back on select lt Enable Firewall gt 4 2 Disconnect from the Halo To disconnect from the Halo select lt Disable WiFi Extender gt WiFi Extender Setup Step 1 O Connect 12 Select external WiFi network to 5 Enable WiFi Extender Step 2 Route all network traffic throug Step 3 Disable Firewall efi 8 Firewall Status ON Disabling the firewall allows all trafi connected to land based WiFi Notice that the Firewall is turned back on automatically to protect you from runaway airtime charges NOTE An alternate method of disconnecting from the Halo is to cycle power to Optimizer or Reboo
12. physical settings of the radio hardware such as channel transmit power or antenna selection which are shared among all multi SSID capable Per network settings like encryption or operation mode are grouped in the Interface Configuration General Setup Status Mode Client SSID mahalo BSSID 48 F8 B3 1C B9 87 Encryption WPA2 PSK NONE gt Channel 1 2 412 GHz Tx Power 23 dBm 61 signal 67 dBm Noise 88 dBm Bitrate 28 9 Mbit s Country US Wireless network is enabled Disable Channel 1 2 412 GHz hd RES Interface Configuration Dkudavetcuussaucdedsaueivscicusaba duvets SUCO LE CI TESS LOTE cavetsicdeschesdeuteviaued E SUGULA SESAU TD COD T DO OL EE SU ONE dO COBO ECN SUN REGA CEEE ESCUDO GDSU DA LAU FOTU TO TCU OS COS COURT dO ELS SE CUTE SEUS GOL GU SU DU A DU CA TOTO DO faved OT CONS USO COEN NEECIOLbO SECAR SCUSdUN TOS SU TA DU DS SONO ES TU UNS Ea CUTNERU CONSd CUCA UN CU Gado LE LES Con U SST UU O DO SC TUE SE CU SECOS ESSID mahalo Mode Client h Notice that now the signal strength now registers greater than 0 NOTE If the signal status is blinking from 0 to 100 this typically means that the WiFi Network Password Key was entered incorrectly Check with the external WiFi Network Administrator to confirm the correct password Select the Wireless Security tab and enter the correct password in the Key field and lt Save amp Apply gt Select the lt Home gt Tab to return to the Welcome screen 4 1 2
13. required Password 5 e gt Leave blank if none required Phone Number Phone number to dial Leave blank for system default Idle Timeout fo Q Drop connection after X seconds if no network traffic is detected Note it is not advisable to use this option with the persist option without the demand option Set to O to disable Persist O Enable persistent connections Persistent connections forces the modem to reconnect if connection drops Extra Init Extra modem initialization Leave blank if not required Enter full AT command including AT to send to the modem before dialing m 12 Set the MTU Maximum Transmit Unit value in bytes Leave blank for system default 6 O write PPP connection debugging information to the system log Reset Save Save amp Apply Step 4 Enter the username required for access to the APN if any Step 5 Enter the password required for access to the APN if any Step 6 Click lt Save amp Apply gt Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 27 of 45 RedPort 8 2 Using GSM When you want to use GSM service instead of satellite service Plug the USB data dongle you obtained from your cellular provider into the Optimizer s USB port IMPORTANT If your satellite terminal is connected to the Optimizer s SAT port unplug the cable from the SAT port before attempting a GSM connection Configure XGate Settings for GSM connection Op
14. A feed from USB Bf Use USB connected GPS or NMEA feed as a source Note Not compatible with RS 232 based satellite phones NMEA Baud Rate UDP Listener Port 3 jo 10101 Listen on UDP port number and rebroadcast UDP Port 4 p M1101 B Broadcast to UDP port number 5 11102 Broadcast to TCP port number EB Reset Save Save amp Apply Step 1 Select the source of the GPS NMEA information choose only one e GPS from broadband satellite Select this if you are using a broadband satellite terminal with integrated GPS e GPS NMEA feed from USB Select this when connecting a GPS or NMEA device via USB cable Step 2 NMEA Baud Rate Using the drop down menu select the baud rate required for the destination software By default most NMEA 183 devices GPS and applications use 4800 baud for this setting Step 3 UDP Listener Port Enter the UDP port number that the GPS is connected to The default is set to the standard UDP Listener Port for NMEA 183 devices of 10101 Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 22 of 45 RedPort Step 4 UDP Port Enter the UDP port number to broadcast the GPS data to The default is set to the standard UDP Port for NMEA 183 devices of 11101 Note configure the destination software to match this port number or change this entry to match the requirements of the destination software Step 5 TCP Port Enter the TCP port number
15. DHCP and should be connected to your primary satellite unit USB should be connected to the USB port on handheld satellite phones such as Iridium IsatPhone Thuraya or Globalstar WLAN is configured as the WiFi port on units with WiFi with IP address 192 168 20 1 Optimizer Push to Connect You can configure Optimizer to make a data connection automatically when you push the gray button on the top of Optimizer Log in to Optimizer s Ul and go to Services gt USB Phone gt Settings gt Network and select your satellite phone or GSM dongle Now the gray button on Optimizer will connect disconnect you from the internet when you push it Pushing the button will cause the button to blink while your phone GSM dongle is connecting Once connected the button will go solid Pushing the button again will cause the button to blink until the device disconnects The user can change the firewall manually under network gt firewall gt rules to allow 3rd parties to use the Optimizer for satellite communication without requiring software Inmarsat BGAN FleetBroadband Settinas Optimizer supports both managed and unmanaged connections for Inmarsat broadband users Managed connections are intended for satellite terminals configured to be offline except when a data session is taking place Select the device name during the registration wizard process outlined under Software Installation or under the connection type in opti
16. If you are unable to establish a connection to the long distance WiFi please send an email to the technical support department of the dealer from whom you purchased the Halo equipment Please include the following information 1 Are there lights on for both Optimizer and the WiFi Extender 2 Is the Ethernet cable from the WiFi Extender plugged into the LAN port of the Optimizer 3 When you access the Optimizer interface do you see a section called WiFi Extender Setup 4 When you look at the available networks please tell us how much signal strength Optimizer has Should be identified as wxa XXXX Please note that you are using the RedPort Halo WiFi Extender system and submit your answers in an email to your dealer 10
17. Specify the tracking interval in minutes Please visit www RedPortGlobal com gsattrack for registration information INMARSAT FleetBroadband Iridium OpenPort Pilot INMARSAT Isatphone VSAT or broadband satellite A valid NMEA GPS feed is required Tracking IMEI 1923397155235 Iridium terminal A valid NMEA GPS feed is required Send GPS information to an email address using satellite provider s SMS service 2 INMARSAT Isatphone Iridium terminal A valid NMEA GPS feed is required Recipient Email Address 3 luser domain com Enter a valid email address Reset Save Save amp Apply Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 14 of 45 RedPort Step 1 Enter the Tracking Interval in minutes the default is set to hourly reporting 60 minutes This means that every 60 minutes a position report will be transmitted via the SMS service provided by your satellite provider network Keep in mind that standard SMS charges may apply to each postition report Adjust the Tracking Interval to meet your needs Step 2 Select which satellite device you are using At this time tracking via SMS is available with the Inmarsat IsatPhone Iridium handheld 9575 Extreme Iridium GO or an Iridium terminal such as the Pilot Note a valid NMEA GPS feed is required when using an Iridium terminal Step 3 Enter the recipient s email address The SMS message with the GPS information will be sent to this
18. USB to Serial Adapter that is compatible with the Optimizer The Optimizer will broadcast the GPS signal both over Ethernet and WiFi so you can connect your computer either way in order to establish a successful connection with your destination software 3HX USB to USB Serial Adapter Wu OF UO 00 8 ve Ethernet Cable mea Optional NOTE If your satellite device requires a USB connection to the Optimizer for example an Iridium 9555 you can use a 2 port USB hub either 1 0 or 2 0 plugged into the Optimizer s USB port to accommodate two USB devices Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 20 of 45 RedPort Without Serial Port Connector Some NMEA devices do not have a serial port instead they have a group of wires extending from the back or bottom of the unit These devices require proper wiring to a serial port As the Optimizer does not transmit it only repeats the data you will only need two of the wires The Receive RD wire goes to pin 2 and the Ground SG wire goes to pin 5 A simple solution is to use a terminal block as shown here Simply connect the RD wire to pin2 and the SG wire to pin 5 Then connect the terminal block to the PL 2302HX USB to serial adapter as noted above 6 1 5 Connecting Multiple NMEA Devices It is possible to connect up to four NMEA devices if you have the proper hardware It will require a USB to RS 232 4 port Hub or a RS 232 4 port terminal
19. a1 Wireless Network Master wXa 112 79a1 wlan0O The Device Configuration section covers physical settings of the radio hardware such as channel transmit power or antenna selection which are shared among all defined wireless networks if the radio hardware is multi SSID capable Per network settings like encryption or operation mode are grouped in the Interface Configuration General Setup Status Mode Master SSID wXa 112 79a1 j BSSID 00 C0 CA 7C 79 A3 Encryption WPA2 PSK CCMP Channel 11 2 462 GHz Tx Power 18 dBm 78 Signal 55 dBm Noise 94 dBm Bitrate 72 2 Mbit s Country US Wireless network is enabled Disable Channel 11 2 462 GHz Transmit Power 30 dBm 1000 mW Interface Configuration Wireless Security Encryption 1 eo kt WPA2 PSK Cipher auto Key EB Reset Save Save amp Apply Step 1 Select the Encryption mode from the drop down menu We suggest WPA PSK WPA2 PSK Mixed Mode Step 2 Enter your desired password in the Key field Step 3 Click lt Save amp Apply gt This procedure adds changes the password for the WiFi hotspot only When connecting your computer iOS or Android device to the wireless network this is the password you will use This password does not change the router superadmin or admin password when logging in to access the Optimizer user interface Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 31 of 45 RedPort 10 0 Rename the
20. be found in Appendix A of this document It includes important information regarding the physical connection setup and initial configuration for email wXa refers to the webXaccelerator by RedPort a trademark of Global Marine Networks LLC The following chapter references will help you in administering the most used features of the Optimizer Chapter 3 0 Getting Started Chapter 4 0 Halo WiFi Extender Chapter 5 0 GPS Tracking Service Chapter 6 0 GPS NMEA Repeater Settings Chapter 7 0 Signal Monitor how to change disable Chapter 9 0 Restrict Wireless Network Access with password protection Chapter 10 0 Rename the Wireless Hotspot Network Chapter 11 0 Change the Router Admin Password Chapter 12 0 Update Firmware Chapter 13 0 Access Optimizer System Log Chapter 14 0 Reboot the Router Other useful information can be found in the following chapters Chapter 8 0 GSM Capability Chapter 15 0 System Status for Monitoring Usage Chapter 16 0 Profiles Chapter 17 0 Firewall Modification Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 4 of 45 RedPort 2 0 Introduction to RedPort Optimizer Global Marine Networks GMN the leaders in advancing satellite data speeds and services helps Fixed and Mobile Satellite Services providers and their customers by offering the industry s fastest most reliable and easy to use email web VolP and other hardware and software services to maritime oil and gas first respond
21. block that you would simply plug into the Optimizer s USB port NOTE The Optimizer supports RS232 If you have a NMEA RS 422 device adding a properly wired RS 422 to RS 232 converter to your setup may allow the sharing of data Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 21 of 45 RedPort 6 2 GPS NMEA Repeater Parameters Configuration In order for the destination software to properly route the GPS data you must configure the GPS NMEA Repeater Parameters in the Optimizer User Interface From the Optimizer Home page select Services gt GPS NMEA Repeater tab Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 00 0 01 0 05 Changes 0 Home Services E Status E System A Network WiFi Extender GPS Tracking GPS NMEA Repeater PPP GPS NMEA Repeater GPS NMEA Repeater Settings Read GPS NMEA information from a number of sources and repeat the data over WiFi and Ethernet Repeater Parameters Gssisnesscecsetaseccceousccesscevssebetscccssenasescssesecstcsesscesrecessosenscecssessscesseees j saussccsccedcecsosctcsscosascecceesssecceeusccsesescdcsssnausecssecoseccossnseds peeutecssoeusrecsaseoseecesenscdsceausedsponoscessecesescvesnsoed pose ssererecooccouea need svsessocs beeetsesnseesecenoeasedebeesnseesseessedboreoueuseoe nsec svesusors 0000000000005000 0000000000020000000500000002050000000500 00000 GPS from broadband satellite f Use a broadband satellite terminal as a GPS source Currently Pilot FBB and BGAN terminals GPS NME
22. dification By default the Optimizer ships with a powerful firewall configured to block ALL inbound or outbound traffic except XGate email web and weather This configuration protects you from experiencing runaway satellite airtime bills If you have a need to open the firewall go to Network gt Firewall gt Traffic Rules These are the firewall rules that protect you There are six rules that are not enabled i e the check box is empty Checking these rules will open the firewall to all traffic but you lose the benefit of XGate compression System Network Logout Interfaces Wifi DHCP and DNS Hostnames _ Static Routes Diagnostics General Settings Port Forwards amp Traffic Rules 2 Custom Rules Firewall Traffic Rules Services Status Traffic rules define policies for packets traveling between different zones for example to reject traffic between certain hosts or to open WAN ports on the router Name Match Action Enable Sort ALL DO NOT paga MODIFY From any host in any zone Accept forward A Edit x Delete To any host in any zone PASS DNS Any UDP DO NOT From any host in any zone Accept forward Z Edit x Delete MODIFY To any host port 53 in any zone DNS DO proa 5 A E NOT MODIFY From any host in any soe Accept input Edit x Delete To any router IP at port 53 on this device HTTP DO yokta o A E NOT MODIFY From any host in psd zone Accept forward A Edit x Delete To any host port 80 in
23. ear Step 3 Login with the following information Username admin Password webxaccess The WiFi Extender Setup section of the Optimizer home page should be visible This section only appears if the Extender is plugged into the LAN port of the Optimizer and the Extender is powered on If either of those conditions is not met then this section will not be visible in the Optimizer interface WiFi Extender Setup B Connect Select external WiFi netygprk to connect to Requires an external antenna amplifier connec Step 1 Step 2 igJEnabdie WiFi Extender Route all network traffic through WiFi Extender Make sure you have configure the WiFi Extender first Step 3 Disable Firewall Firewall Status ON Disabling the firewall allows all traffic to from the Internet through the router This options should be used with caution and only when connected to land based WiFi Step 4 Connect to the external WiFi network by clicking on the lt Connect gt button Step 5 You are now in the Wireless Overview tab You need to scan for available WiFi networks in order to connect Wireless Overview Generic MAC80211 802 11bgn radioO WiFi By Extender Channel 8 2 447 GHz Bitrate 1 Mbit s SSID GMN2 Mode Client BSSID 00 C0 CA 6E 72 5A Encryption WPA2 PSK amp Disable 100 NONE Hit lt Scan gt Select the WiFi network you want to connect to and press lt Join Network gt St
24. en XGate to Settings gt Connection 80900 Settings Gateway Profile E Mail per Active Profile Delete Miscellaneous Save Profile To Save Mail Filtering Images ISP Account Information ga User Name E Iridium AxcessPoint WiFi Password Optimizer wXa amp Sat Fi Dial Override Default IP Dialer Connection Parameters Device Password IP Host Port Override 192 168 10 1 5454 Default Connection Information a Default Connection Network Con nection Type Optimizer GSM Leave network connection active when done Connection Parameters __ Use another connection if already open Persist with connections until transfer completes or num times 1 185 Cancel Cx Select the Connection Type lt Optimizer GSM gt Click lt OK gt to apply the change Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 28 of 45 RedPort 8 3 Changing from GSM service to satellite service When you travel beyond GSM range you must e Remove the GSM data dongle from the Optimizer s USB port e Connect your satellite phone terminal to the Optimizer either via USB port or SAT port e Change the XGate gt Settings gt Connection Type back to the appropriate Optimizer setting NOTE There is no need to change anything in the Optimizer user interface IMPORTANT We are not able to support the GSM feature If you experience any connection difficulties when using this featu
25. ep 6 Enter in the password for the WiFi network if required Hit lt Submit gt Step Select lt Save amp Apply gt to confirm that you want to connect to that WiFi network Until you are connected the signal strength will say 0 Click on the Home tab to go back to the Home screen Routing Network Traffic Because Optimizer can be used to connect to a number of different networks like satellite for example you need to tell it to route traffic through the WiFi Extender On the Wireless Overview page select lt Enable WiFi Extender gt WiFi Extender Setup Step 1 GJ Connect Select external WiFi network to connect to Requires an external antegg 3 apected to LAN port Step 2 Gi Enable WiFi Extender Route all network traffic through WiFi Extender Make sure you have configure the WiFi Extendggfirst Step 3 isaDIe T Firewall Status ON Disabling the firewall allows all traffic to from the Internet through the router This options should be used with caution and only when connected to land based WiFi You may be asked to re enter your username and password Reference these under Step 2 All traffic is now routed through the WiFi Extender If you want to stop using the WiFi Extender say if you want to route traffic through your satellite device again simply select lt Disable WiFi Extender gt Managing the Firewall By default the firewall is enabled This means that all traffic f
26. eparate GPS device must be connected Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 16 of 45 RedPort 6 1 Equipment Setup A physical connection is required from the source satellite terminal or satellite phone that transmits GPS coordinates or other GPS NMEA device to the Optimizer 6 1 1 Broadband Satellite Terminal with Integrated GPS When using a supported broadband satellite terminal with integrated GPS connect the terminal to the Optimizer SAT port using a standard ethernet cable OPTIONAL Use a second ethernet cable to connect the computer with the destination software like a navigation program to the Optimizer LAN port The Optimizer will broadcast the GPS signal both over Ethernet and WiFi so you can connect your computer either way in order to establish a successful connection with your destination software o r is 4 a J SAILOR Ethernet Cable Ethernet Cable Optional Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 17 of 45 RedPort 6 1 2 Handheld Satellite Phone with Integrated GPS When using a supported USB connected satphone with integrated GPS connect the satphone to the Optimizer using the Mini USB satphone to USB Optimizer cable OPTIONAL Use an ethernet cable to connect the computer with the destination software like a navigation program to the Optimizer LAN port The Optimizer will broadcast the GPS signal both over Ethern
27. er and business continuity users The company s products include XGate high speed satellite email WeatherNet weather and oceanographic data software and vessel tracking systems Ship to shore network management solutions are sold by GMN under the RedPort Global brand name at www redportglobal com and as white label solutions for the world s premier satellite data service service providers Optimizer is a satellite firewall and WiFi hotspot router that lets you easily access accelerated satellite email weather web and tracking services while blocking all unwanted data traffic Email Web Weather and Tracking features require compatible service subscriptions Key Features Designed specifically for use with satellite phones and terminals e Compatible with any IP based satellite phone and satellite broadband terminal e Powerful firewall stops all unwanted data traffic Optimizer blocks all traffic except XGate compressed email web and weather data WiFi signal makes setup and use with compatible computers and tablets easy Works with XGate for email web weather and social media services GSM support to switch between satellite and GSM when available Track GPS locations from compatible GPS enabled devices Compatible with optional RedPort Halo WiFi Extender for access to external WiFi networks when available NOTE The Optimizer ships pre contigured for use with XGate satellite email data service XGate service and Tracking s
28. ervice are not included with the Optimizer and must be purchased separately Contact your satellite service provider for details Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 5 of 45 RedPort 3 0 Getting Started Router Administration As the onboard onsite administrator under normal operating conditions you will seldom have a need to interact with the user interface of the router However should you find yourself in a position that requires you to login to the router this Guide is designed to help you CAUTION The Optimizer ships pre configured for use with XGate satellite email data service and the optional RedPort Halo WiFi Extender Tampering with any settings that are not addressed in this Guide will violate the warranty and may render the Optimizer inoperable Access the Optimizer User Interface To access the Optimizer s user interface you must login to the router 1 With power provided to the Optimizer connect to the WiFi Hotspot created by the router using a desktop or laptop computer Connect to the WiFi Hotspot just like you would any other WiFi connection On a Windows PC go to Windows Start gt Control Panel gt Network Connections On a MAC go to Apple gt System Preferences gt Network The Network Name will look something like wxa 112 XXXX where XXXX may represent the last four digits of the Optimizer Mac address Select this wireless network 2 Open any web browser on the c
29. et and WiFi so you can connect your computer either way in order to establish a successful connection with your destination software z USB Cable Ethernet Cable Optional Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 18 of 45 RedPort 6 1 3 USB NMEA Device When using a NMEA device that supports a USB connection connect the GPS NMEA device to the Optimizer with an appropriate USB to NMEA device cable as indicated by the NMEA device manufacturer OPTIONAL Use an ethernet cable to connect the computer with the destination software like a navigation program to the Optimizer LAN port The Optimizer will broadcast the GPS signal both over Ethernet and WiFi so you can connect your computer either way in order to establish a successful connection with your destination software gt Ps USB Cable Ethernet Cable NOTE If your satellite device requires a USB connection to the Optimizer for example an Iridium 9555 you can use a 2 port USB hub either 1 0 or 2 0 plugged into the Optimizer s USB port to accommodate two USB devices Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 19 of 45 RedPort 6 1 4 RS 232 NMEA Device With Serial Port Connector When using a NMEA device with Serial Port connection a USB to Serial Adapter PL 2303HX is required to connect the device to the Optimizer CAUTION The PL 2303HX is the only
30. g all defined wireless networks if the radio hardware is multi SSID capable Per network settings like encryption or operation mode are grouped in the Interface Configuration General Setup Status Wireless network is enabled Channel Transmit Power 77 Changes 0 Firewall Diagnostics Mode Master SSID wXa 112 79al BSSID 00 C0 CA 7C 79 A3 Encryption WPA2 PSK CCMP Channel 11 2 462 GHz Tx Power 18 dBm Signal 56 dBm Noise 94 dBm Bitrate 72 2 Mbit s Country US E Disable 11 2 462 GHz 30 dBm 1000 mW Interface Configuration General Setup Network Hide ESSID 1 ae lwXa 112 79al Access Point gt v lan a us wan g wan create choose the network s you want to attach to this wireless interface or fill out the create field to define a new network 2 ant Od Malic NSLWNOLE All Rid EB Reset Save Save amp Apply Step 1 Enter the new wireless network name in ESSID field Step 2 Click lt Save amp Apply gt This procedure changes the name for the WiFi hotspot only When connecting your computer iOS or Android device to the wireless network this is the network name that will appear in the wireless network list This name does not change the router superadmin or admin name when logging in to access the Optimizer user interface Optimizer User s Guide Copyright Global Marine Networks LLC Page 33 of 45 RedPort
31. his is NOT recommended when using a satellite connection and it is not necessary to ever sync the time If you do sync the time as soon as power is removed from the Optimizer the date will revert to May 31 Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 38 of 45 RedPort 14 0 Reboot the Optimizer Router The easiest way to reboot the Optimizer is to use the reset button on the bottom of the router Using a pointed instrument press and hold the red reset button for 20 30 seconds and release Wait for the Optimizer reboot this will take several minutes After this reset the Optimizer will be configured with its factory defaults You will need to re enter any modifications you made to the user interface You can also reboot the router from within the Optimizer user interface Step 1 Login to the Optimizer Home page Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 00 0 01 0 05 Changes 0 System status overview System Message Log Local WiFi Setup SSID and Security WiFi Setup 12 Change hotspot name and or add security and set password Wi Fi Extender Setup Step 1 Connect m Select external WiFi network to connect to Requires an external antenna amplifier connected to LAN port Enable WiFi Extender Route all network traffic through WiFi Extender Make sure you have configure the WiFi Extender first B Disable Firewall B Firewall Status ON Disabling the firewall allows all traffic to from the Interne
32. ite phones Signal Monitor Enable v Enable Disable signal monitoring during connections 0 a Allow satellite or GSM connections only if signal strength is larger than this value E Reset Save Save amp Apply From this screen you can enable disable signal monitor using the Enable checkbox You can change the level of the Signal Monitor Keep in mind that 60 is typically the minimum required for a successful data connection If you must change the Signal Monitor we recommend lowering the Level vs disabling it Many IsatPhonePro users have had success by lowering the level to 40 or 30 CAUTION Reducing the signal strength to less than 60 or disabling it altogether may cause lengthy data connections due to poor signal When you are done making changes click lt Save amp Apply gt Signal monitor can also be changed from within the XGate Settings See the XGate Help File gt User Interface gt Settings gt Optimizer wXa amp Sat Fi for details Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 24 of 45 RedPort 8 0 GSM The GSM feature is offered for your convenience but we are not able to support it The information provided here is general in nature but may not be sufficient to establish a GSM connection If you run into any difficulties you must contact your GSM network provider for support If you have a GSM based cellular phone it may be possible to use the GSM network when a
33. izer router with either username admin or with username superadmin see Section 3 0 Getting Started for details Configuration requires two steps to connect 4 1 1 Step 1 Connect to the External WiFi Network WiFi Extender Setup Step 1 pm E Connect a Select external WiFi network to cor Step 2 O Enable WiFi Extender Route all network traffic through W Step 3 E Disable Firewall 2 Firewall Status ON Disabling the firewall allows all traffic t connected to land based WiFi Select lt Connect gt button Optimizer User s Guide Copyright Global Marine Networks LLC Page 8 of 45 RedPort Wireless Overview Generic MAC80211 802 11bgn radio0O WiFi Extender medi WB Channel 1 2 412 GHz Bitrate 1 Mbit s a o adi SSID mahalo Mode Client 61 BSSID 48 F8 B3 1C B9 87 Encryption WPA2 PSK NONE Disable J Edit a Select lt Scan gt to see what wireless networks may be available Join Network Wireless Scan naneo i Join Network 67 Channel 1 Mode Master BSSID 48 F8 B3 1C B9 87 Encryption mixed WPA WPA2 PSK i Jd wXa 112 79a1 160 Channel 11 Mode Master BSSID 00 C0 CA 7C 79 A3 Encryption WPA2 PSK Join Network mahalo guest Join Network 61 Channel 1 Mode Master BSSID 48 F8 B3 1C B9 88 Encryption open Back to overview G Repeat scan Select the wireless network you want to connect to and press lt Join Network gt Join Netwo
34. llation and Setup XGate is the world s leading independent satellite email web and weather service Optimizer blocks all traffic except XGate compressed email web and weather data After completing the physical connection 1 Download the XGate software Windows Mac amp Linux http www globalmarinenet com downloads php iOS iPad iPhone iPod Touch Search for XGate in the iTunes store http itunes apple com or in the iTunes Store App Android any Android device 2 3 or higher Search for XGate in the Google Play Store https play google com or in the Google Play Store App 2 Connect your satellite terminal powered on with a good signal to Optimizer 3 Install and Run XGate A registration wizard appears the first time you open XGate Select the registration method Activation code 3 day demo etc and click Next 4 Select webXaccelerator Optimizer for the connection type 5 Select your satellite terminal type and complete the registration wizard Iridium webXacc Iridium Direct Internet Isatphone webXacc IsatPhone Pro Globalstar webXacc Globalstar Fleet Broadband Network Connection Unmanaged Connection Iridium Pilot OpenPort webXacc Iridium OpenPort BGAN Network Connection Unmanaged Connection Thuraya webXacc Thuraya GPS Tracking Optimizer works as a tracking device with the industry leading RedPort Tracking service Optimizer pro
35. omputer and enter the URL http 192 168 10 1 3 Login with the username superadmin password webxaccess This login gives you full access to the user interface If you do not require full access there is an alternate login that provides limited access restricted to use of the optional RedPort Halo WiFi Extender Alternate login username admin password webxaccess Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 6 of 45 RedPort Once logged in you will see the Optimizer s Home screen Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 00 0 01 0 05 Changes 0 System status overview System Message Log Local WiFi Setup SSID and Security WiFi Setup E Change hotspot name and or add security and set password wi Fi Extender Setup Step 1 Connect 2 Select external WiFi network to connect to Requires an external antenna amplifier connected to LAN port Enable WiFi Extender S Route all network traffic through WiFi Extender Make sure you have configure the WiFi Extender first Disable Firewall 2 Firewall Status ON Disabling the firewall allows all traffic to from the Internet through the router This options should be used with caution and only when connected to land based WiFi Router Password Reboot Router NOTE The WiFi Extender Setup section only displays when the optional RedPort Halo WiFi Extender is physically connected to the Optimizer and powered ON NOTE An alternate method to acces
36. only one Optimizer connected to the satellite device select this AccessPoint Profile on each Optimizer that is NOT connected to the satellite device Factory This profile will reset the Optimizer to factory defaults and all custom configuration will be lost Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 42 of 45 RedPort To create and use a new Profile Services System Router Password Profiles Backup Flash Firmware Reboot Profiles Tools Profile Manager To create predefined router configurations first adjust router settings then save them by selecting Add giving the profile a name and description followed by Save amp Apply The Add function memorizes the current router configuration and stores it in the named profile Profile AccessPoint imple access point hotspot and network extender which bridges WAN LAN and WIFI port Install x Delete Factory Factory default settings Install x Delete NewProfile New Profile created Install x Delete 3 E Reset Save Save amp Apply Step 1 Select lt Add gt Step 2 Enter a Name of the new profile and a description Step 3 Select lt Install gt to add the new profile Step 4 Select lt Save amp Apply gt To change from using one profile to another simply select lt Install gt for the desire profille then lt Save amp Apply gt Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 43 of 45 RedPort 17 0 Firewall Mo
37. ons gt settings gt connection preferences gt connection on the mac Configure your terminal for manual connection mode When using XGate the software will instruct the terminal to go online send receive or browse and then close down the connection Note that an Inmarsat minimum airtime billing increment will be incurred for every connection Unmanaged connections are intended for satellite terminals configured to be online all the time To use this method configure your terminal to automatically connect to the Internet on network traffic In XGate set the connection type to Network Connection in options gt settings preferences gt connection on mac Note that since Optimizer blocks all traffic except email and web unmanaged connections you will experience lower airtime bills since the number of connections incurring minimum billing increments is reduced Hybrid Not Available on iOS or Android Setting the XGate connection type to the Inmarsat terminal and checking the option Use another connection if already open causes XGate to use an active Internet connection if available If none is available then XGate will manage the connection Optimizer Administrative Page The Optimizer administrative page may be accessed to set up tracking or access detailed router logs advanced firewall settings and firmware upgrades IP 192 168 10 1 Use a web browser and URL hitp 192 168 10 1 on the LAN port or via WiFi
38. rd for the admin login Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 00 0 01 0 06 Services System Router Password Profiles Backup Flash Firmware Router Password Change Password Change password for the superadmin user Password Confirmation Change Password Change the password for the admin user This password does not apply to the superadmin account Password Confirmation Reset Save Save amp Apply Step 1 Enter the new password in the password text box Step 2 Enter the same password again in the Confirmation text box Step 3 Click lt Save amp Apply gt This procedure changes the password for the Superadmin or the Admin login only When connecting your computer iOS or Android device to the wireless network you will not use this Admin login password This password is used only to access the Optimizer user interface Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 35 of 45 RedPort 12 0 Update Optimizer Firmware Get the latest Optimizer firmware version from here http www redportaglobal com support technical downloads Save the bin file to your computer pc or mac NOTE If you have created any Profiles you may want to Export them before flashing new firmware and Import them when done See Chapter 16 for Profiles details Login to the Optimizer and go to System gt Backup Flash Firmware Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 07 0 05 0 05 Changes O Services Stat
39. re you must contact your GSM network provider for support Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 29 of 45 RedPort 9 0 Restrict Wireless Network Access When in public locations for example a crowded marina or anchorage you may want to restrict access to your WiFi hotspot created by your satellite device and the Optimizer You can password protect your WiFi hotspot so others cannot use it The easiest way to add password protection to your WiFi hotspot is to modify the XGate Settings See the XGate Help File gt User Interface gt Settings gt Optimizer wXa amp Sat Fi for details As an alternative you can add password protection to the WiFi hotspot via the Optimizer user interface Add change a password to the WiFi Hotspot wxa 112 xxxx Login to the Optimizer Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 01 0 20 0 18 Changes 0 Home Services Status System Network System status overview System Message Log Local WiFi Setup _ SSID and Security LD WiFi Setup B Change hotspot name and or add security and set password WiFi Fytender Sefiin Select lt WiFi Setup gt and go to Interface Configuration gt Wireless Security Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 30 of 45 Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 00 0 11 0 15 Auto Refresh Changes O Logout Interfaces Wifi DHCP and DNS Hostnames Static Routes Firewall Diagnostics radioO Master wXa 112 79
40. rk Settings WPA passphrase 2 e Specify the secret encryption key here Name of the new network Back to scan results Submit Enter the password to access the external wireless network if required Select lt Submit gt Wireless Network Client mahalo radio0 network1 The Device Configuration section covers physical settings of the radio hardware such as channel transmit power or antenna selection which are shared among all defined wireless networks if the radio hardware is multi SSID capable Per network settings like encryption or operation mode are grouped in the Interface Configuration r a Device Configuration soccscccsesen as soncccseceseccsosccescsccseceseccsesssesossvesscesessuesescsen General Setup Status Mode Client SSID mahalo i BSSID 48 F8 B3 1C B89 87 Encryption Channel 1 2 412 GHz Tx Power 0 dBm 0 signal 0 dBm Noise 0 dBm Bitrate 0 0 Mbit s Country US l Wireless network is enabled E Disable Channel 1 2 412 GHz x General Setup ESSID TT Mode mm a Reset Save Save amp Apply Notice the signal strength is 0 as you are not yet connected to the wireless network Select lt Save amp Apply gt to tell the Halo to connect to that network Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 9 of 45 RedPort Wireless Network Client mahalo wlan0 The Device Configuration section covers
41. rom your computer or mobile device is blocked from the Internet except for RedPort compression software Optimizer compatible compression services include XGate and XWeb OCENS Mail Satohone me and many more See www redportglobal com for a full list of com patible compression data services This setting is recommended when using the WiFi Extender in areas where there may be many users competing for the WiFi network bandwidth thereby causing slow and painful internet connections WiFi Extender Setup Step 1 Bj Connect select external WiFi network to connect to Requires an external antenna amplifier connected to LAN port Step 2 QJ Enable WiFi Extender B Route all network traffic through WiFi Extender Make sure you have configure the WiFi Extender first E Disable Firewall Firewall Status ON Disabling the firewall allows allMraffic to from the Internet through the router This options shoulg used with caution and only when Step 3 lf you want full access to the Internet for example for sync ing a program or accessing services or apps that are being blocked ie streaming video you must disable the firewall To disable the firewall hit lt Disable Firewall gt To disconnect from the WiFi Extender select lt Disable WiFi Extender gt Once disabled the Firewall will turn back on automatically If Optimizer is powered on and off the Firewall will come back on automatically Troubleshooting
42. s Profiles is designed for users of multiple satellite devices and integrators of custom installations You can configure the Optimizer for a specific satellite device and save the profile This is good for failover situations when using multiple devices An extreme example would be that you might have the firewall wide open on a VSAT device but in an emergency must use an Iridium handheld device where you want the full protection of the Optimizer firewall Have a profile for each configuration and select the appropirate one for the satellite device being used To access Profile Manager go to System gt Profiles Services Network System Router Password Backup Flash Firmware Reboot Profiles Tools Profile Manager To create predefined router configurations first adjust router settings then save them by selecting Add giving the profile a name and description followed by Save amp Apply The Add function memorizes the current router configuration and stores it in the named profile Profile Description AccessPoint Simple access point hotspot and network extender which bridges WAN LAN and WIFI ports with no filtei Install x Delete Factory Factory default settings Install x Delete E Reset Save Save amp Apply There are two default profiles AccessPoint This profile is used when linking two or more Optimizers together to extend the satellite WiFi hotspot range Using an ethernet connection between two Optimizers with
43. s the user interface With power to the Optimizer physically connect the Optimizer to your computer using a standard ethernet cable in the Optimizer s LAN port and follow the directions above starting with Step 2 entering the URL http 192 168 10 1 Use the tabs to navigate through the user interface You will see that the information represented in the user interface can be quite technical This Guide will cover only those sections of the user interface that require configuration for a specific service or may need to be accessed by the average user Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 7 of 45 RedPort 4 0 Halo WiFi Extender The Halo long range WiFi extender system takes a weak WiFi signal at a marina for example or truck stop basecamp etc and amplifies that signal and routes it through the RedPort Optimizer WiFi hotspot It has a marine enclosure designed for outside installation Install the WiFi Extender almost anywhere outside For your convenience the Halo WiFi Extender Quick Start Guide can be found in Appendix B of this document It includes important information regarding the physical connection setup CAUTION Attach the antenna to the Halo body BEFORE powering the unit Powering the Halo without the antenna attached will damage the unit and may render it inoperable 4 1 Configure Connection to the Halo With the Halo powered ON and connected to the Optimizer Login to the Optim
44. t the Optimizer This will also restore the Firewall Status to ON CAUTION It is important to lt Disable WiFi Extender gt when the external WiFi network is no longer available and you want to use your satellite device Failure to Disable will prevent a successful satellite connection as the Optimizer continues to look for the external WiFi network Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 12 of 45 RedPort 5 0 GPS Tracking If you wish to have tracking service using your satellite device the Optimizer offers GPS Tracking service powered by GSatTrack or Tracking service via SMS message 5 1 Tracking powered by GSatTrack Using a GPS enabled satellite device the Optimizer can be configured to submit position reports to a central database for viewing on the tracking website This tracking service must be purchased separately See your satellite service provider for details To enable this service select Services gt GPS Tracking gt Tracking Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 00 0 01 0 05 Changes O Network WiFi Extender GPS Tracking GPS NMEARepeater PPP Tracking Tracking Parameters Enable disable tracking and set parameters Standard airtime charges apply p 50 Specify the tracking interval in minutes Please visit www RedPortGlobal com gsattrack for registration information INMARSAT FleetBroadband Iridium OpenPort Pilot INMARSAT Isatphone VSAT or broadband satellite
45. t through the router This options should be used with caution and only when connected to land based WiFi Router Password Reboot Router Step 2 Select lt Reboot Router gt Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 39 of 45 RedPort Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 00 0 01 0 05 Network Logout Status E System System Router Password Profiles Backup Flash Firmware Reboot Services Home System Reboot Reboots the operating system of your device Perform reboot 4 Step 3 Select lt Perform reboot gt The grey button on top of the Optimizer will flash during the reboot process When the light stops flashing the reboot is complete This will take several minutes During the reboot process you will lose access to the Optimizer User Interface You must login again if you want access See Chapter 3 0 Getting Started Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 40 of 45 RedPort 15 0 System Status for Monitoring Usage For those that are interested you can view the connection status in Status gt Realtime Graphs Status Network E Logout a A p fg 1 T 7a HM sa Realtime Graphs Load Realtime Load 5m 4m 1 Minute Load 0 00 5 Minute Load 0 10 15 Minute Load 0 13 Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 41 of 45 RedPort 16 0 Profile
46. to broadcast the GPS data to The default is set to the standard TCP Port for NMEA 183 devices of 11102 Note configure the destination software to match this port number or change this entry to match the requirements of the destination software NOTE The data will be broadcast to both the UDP Port and the TCP Port It ts important to make sure that these two ports are NOT set to the same port number To use the GPS Repeater feature your computer must be connected to the Optimizer s WiFi network or directly connected to the LAN port of the Optimizer Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 23 of 45 RedPort 7 0 Signal Monitor Signal monitor queries your satellite device to determine if the signal strength is sufficient to make a successful data connection Typically a minimum of 60 signal is required however 100 is ideal for the fastest possible data transfer rate NOTE Some of the older satellite phones for example the Iridium 9505a do not support the signal monitor feature For these older satellite phones the signal monitor MUST be DISABLED for a successful data connection To modify the Signal Monitor go to Services gt PPP gt Settings Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 24 0 06 0 06 Home Services Status System Network WiFi Extender GPS Tracking GPS NMEA Repeater PPP Status Settings Log PPP and Modem Settings Settings which control the dialup behavior of USB connected satell
47. ug System ietwork System Router Password Profiles Backup Flash Firmware Reboot Flash operations Actions re Backup Restore Click Generate archive to download a tar archive of the current configuration files To reset the firmware to its initial state click Perform reset only possible with squashfs images Download backup Generate archive Reset to defaults Perform reset To restore configuration files you can upload a previously generated backup archive here Restore backup Browse No file selected Upload archive Flash new firmware image Upload a sysupgrade compatible image here to replace the running firmware Check Keep settings to retain the current configuration requires an Opimizer compatible firmware image Keep settings 1 v 2 Browse No file selected Flash image q 3 WiFi Extender Click to peform flash operations such as firmware update factory factory default restore on WiFi Extender Caution Note that this method is used to update firmware on the WiFi extender and not your Optimizer Be sure to select the appropriate firmware for your device Make certain you know what you are doing Loading the incorrect firmware on your device could render it useless Flash operations Backup Flash Firmware Step 1 Keep Settings remove the check in the box to uncheck Keep Settings Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global
48. vailable for XGate and XWeb data over the Optimizer You will get the benefits of compression and a faster data transfer rate than over a satellite phone which typically equates to cost savings Only GSM based service is supported LTE based and CDMA based service is NOT supported If you are unsure of which service you have contact your cellular provider before attempting to configure for GSM connection 8 1 GSM Configuration in Optimizer Before you can configure the Optimizer for GSM you must e Obtain a USB data dongle from your cellular provider Your provider may also require you to purchase a data plan e Activate the USB data dongle with your cellular carrier and test it to make sure it works Typically testing requires only that you plug the USB Data Dongle into your computer and see if you can get on the Internet If testing fails contact your cellular carrier for support e Contact your cellular provider to obtain the information required to connect to their GSM network The information may include o Access Point Name APN o Username required for access to the APN o Password required for access to the APN Optimizer User s Guide Copyright O Global Marine Networks LLC Page 25 of 45 RedPort To configure the Optimizer for GSM service Login to the Optimizer and go to Services gt PPP gt Settings gt GSM Optimizer wXa 112 v1 59 Load 0 24 0 06 0 06 Changes O WiFi Extender GPS Tracking GPS NMEA Repeater
49. vides tracking data using the GPS chip built into many satellite terminals For more information visit http tracking redportglobal com Optional Equipment e 12V External battery power supply e 12V external cigarette lighter adapter High gain 5db antenna USB Serial adapter Iridium Pilot OpenPort Settinas Optimizer supports both managed and unmanaged connections for Iridium Pilot OpenPort Managed connections are highly preferable for most Pilot OpenPort installations with an Optimizer Optimizer will keep the connection alive by issuing pings to a remote host every 5 seconds while either an email or web session is in progress Otherwise the Iridium OpenPort will shut down the connection after 20 seconds causing the user to wait 20 30 seconds on the next network activity while the session is restarted This connection delay can make it difficult to browse since the browsers will often encounter timeouts and wait times while the connection is being reestablished Pilot OpenPort users should set the XGate connection type to webXacc Iridium OpenPort for managed connections Unmanaged connections are selected when the connection type is set to IridiumOpenPort Iridium Pilot OpenPort does not have a minimum billing increment so airtime fees for managed unmanaged connections are the same Advanced Settings Port Definitions LAN is configured as the LAN port with IP address 192 168 10 1 WAN is configured with

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