Sony VAIO PCWA-AR300 User's Manual
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1. e o oooi I j To hang the Wireless Unit to a wall remove Bottom the rear cover by sliding it in the direction of the arrow Be cautious when removing or replacing the cover of the Wireless Unit ry io Hint To replace the rear cover of the Wireless Unit align the rails on the rear of the Wireless Unit with the grooves in the rear cover and slide it upwards 2 Using screws or nails hang the unit to a wall e Wireless Unit Router Unit N e e oe e e e oo ooooooo 00000000600 5 GCOCCOCCCO 00000000080 DOOCCCCCCCO e0e0e00000080 eevee eee ee units inches mm The Wireless Unit and Router Unit do not come with any sort of fittings used in hanging them Use screws of sufficient strength to support them E Recommended screws Roundhead screws Ti i JRA 5 7 6 2 0 13 3 1 S o lt 0 1 2 3 0 08 1 8 e Flathead screws units inches mm e Always use two screws or nails and make sure that the units are secure on the wall e Select a location that will hold the weight of the units when hanging them to a wall If the location cannot hold the weight of the units they may fall and cause accidents e When hanging the units to walls made of plasterboard or other brittle material make sure that the material is strong enough to support the units weight and use special screw fasteners or other fixtures designed for use w2. Getting help This section describes how to get help and support from Sony as well as troubleshooting tips for your Wireless Broadband Router About Sony s Support Options Sony provides several support options for your Wireless Broadband Router O Read This First this manual contains important information that you should read before using the Wireless Broadband Router O Quick Start Guide explains how to install the Wireless Broadband Router O Troubleshooting Guide provides solutions to the most common problems users have with their Wireless Broadband Router O Online Help for the Wireless Broadband Router Setup Page explains how to configure the Wireless Broadband Router O The Sony Wireless Broadband Router support Web site http www sony com wirelesslansupport provides the latest information on your Wireless Broadband Router O The Sony e mail support service answers your questions by electronic mail Just send your question in an e mail message and a customer service representative will reply To send a question to Sony e mail support fill out the e mail form at http www ita sel sony com support pc email html O The Sony fax back service provides you with answers to commonly asked questions You can use this automated service to request a list of available topics and then select the topics you want to receive To contact the Sony fax back service call 1 877 760 7669 O The Sony Customer Information
3. casing Emergencies In case of an emergency stop the wireless functions by unplugging the power cord Specifications Router Unit PCWA R1 Power AC100 240 V 50 60 Hz The power cord plug is for use with AC 120 V Power consumption Approx 5 W Interfaces 100BASE TX 10BASE T automatic MDI MDI X detection LAN connector x 4 WAN connector x 1 Maximum external dimensions Approx 7 9 x 2 8 x 1 3 inches W x H x D approx 200 x 69 x 32 mm Mass Approx 12 oz approx 340 g Recommended number of connected clients 16 or less Protocol support TCP IP Operating temperature 41 F to 95 F 5 C to 35 C no condensation Storage temperature 4 F to 140 F 20 C to 60 C no condensation Access Point PCWA A320 Power DC 12 V Supplied by the PCWA R1 Power consumption Approx 5 W Interfaces 1OOBASE TX 10BASE T automatic MDI MDI X detection Maximum external dimensions Approx 3 9 x 3 9 x 1 3 inches W x H x D approx 98 x 98 x 33 mm Mass Approx 11 oz approx 320 g incl connection cable Recommended number of connected clients 16 or less Protocol support TCP IP Standards IEEE 802 11b IEEE 802 11 Radio frequency 2 4 GHz wireless network 2 4 to 2 4835 GHz IMS band Maximum connection distance Line of sight approx 328 feet 100 m The maximum connection distance depends on the environment WEP Data encryption 64 bits 128 bits Modulation meth
4. cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your warranty This device contains the Transmitter Module FCC ID H3NWLL3020 Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Wireless Broadband interference and Router is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure 2 this device must accept any interference limits received including interference that may cause Nevertheless the Wireless Broadband Router shall be undesired operation used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure Model No PCWA A320 limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This Responsible Party Sony Electronics Inc equipment should be installed and operated with a Address 680 Kinderkamack Road Oradell minimum distance of 20 cm 7 9 in between the NJ 07649 USA radiator and your body This transmitter must not be Telephone 201 930 6972 co located or operated in conjunction with any other This phone number is for FCC related matters only antennas or transmitters This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules NOTE Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Decl
5. possible fire Exercise care when installing the Ethernet cable Wireless Unit cable AC adapter and power cord Personal injury or damage to the Wireless Broadband Router could result from people tripping over these Protect wiring by installing it in places where people do not walk Do not swing the Router Unit Wireless Unit or AC adapter Injury could result if they strike a person or fragile material such as glass Keep the Wireless Broadband Router out of the reach of children Unforeseen injury could result from swallowing loose parts etc Place the Wireless Broadband Router on a stable surface Do not place the Wireless Broadband Router on wobbly or tilted surfaces When hanging the units make sure that the wall is strong enough to support the Wireless Unit and Router Unit They may fall if the wall is not strong enough leading to unforeesen accidents Further be careful not to drop the units or the tools used to install them Doing so could result in unforeseen accidents Avoid locations that are directly exposed to sunlight or heat Internal overheating could result in fire or damage to the unit Make sure that the connectors are properly connected Do not insert any metallic objects inside the connectors Short circuiting the pins could cause fire or damage to the unit Be careful to insert connectors squarely Crooked insertion could cause pins to short circuit leading to fire or damage Use only the supplied
6. them on Installation Select a secure location for the Wireless Unit or Router Unit where it cannot drop or fall over Route the cable to the Wireless Unit to suit the installation location Installation examples e Desktop installation e Hanging Wireless Unit Router Unit e Do not install at an insecure location e Do not install at a location where the Wireless Unit or Router Unit could fall as a result of shock or vibration such as on the edge of a shelf e Do not install at a location where the Wireless Unit Router Unit or cables could be accidentally bumped by a person or other objects Connecting a computer with a LAN cable To connect a device such as a desktop computer or hub connect a LAN cable to a LAN connector of the Router Unit LAN connectors sI Wireless Unit LAN connectors To computer etc Q Hints e Use a straight through or cross over Ethernet cable e Connect the Wireless Unit to a Wireless Unit LAN connector of the Router Unit e Make the following TCP IP settings on the computer to be connected IP Address setting Select Obtain an IP address automatically DNS Configuration With the Windows Me operating system select Disable DNS With the Windows 2000 and Windows XP operating systems select Obtain DNS server address automatically Hanging the units 1 Locate the wall mounting holes e On the Wireless Unit On the Router Unit
7. 4 674 610 11 1 SONY Wireless Broadband Router Read This First The PCWA AR300 consists of Broadband Router Unit PCWA R1 e Wireless LAN Access Point PCWA A320 In this document we refer to the Broadband Router Unit as the Router Unit and to the Wireless LAN Access Point as the Wireless Unit NANIO CarrierGate PCWA AR300 Sony Corporation 2003 Printed in Japan Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment If you have questions about this product call the Sony Customer Information Center at 1 877 760 7669 or write to the Sony Customer Information Center at 12451 Gateway Boulevard Fort Myers FL 33913 The number below is for FCC related matters only This device must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture To avoid electrical shock do not open the cabinet Refer servicing to qualified personnel only Owner s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the back or bottom of the product Record the serial number in the space provided below Refer to them whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product Model No PCWA RI1 Model No PCWA A320 Serial No Serial No CAUTION You are
8. AC adapter with your Sony Wireless Broadband Router To disconnect your Wireless Broadband Router from the power supply unplug the AC adapter ISDN and telephone lines cannot be connected to the WAN or LAN connectors of the Router Unit If these connectors are connected to the network or telephone lines mentioned below high electric current to the connectors may cause damage overheating or fire Connecting to home or business use telephone lines is strictly prohibited Telephone lines PBX private branch exchange Home or business use telephone lines Lines other than those mentioned above For customers in Canada This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing The term IC before the equipment certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed in such away that it does not emit an RF field in excess of Health Canada lim
9. Services Center offers information about your Wireless Broadband Router Wireless LAN PC Card and other Sony products that work with your computer To contact the Sony Customer Information Services Center call 1 877 760 7669 Open 24 hours day 7 days week Introduction The PCWA AR300 is a Wireless Broadband Router that compiles with IEEE 802 11g standards as a wireless LAN access point It has the following features Wireless Internet access from various locations in your home Using this product as a base station you can build a network environment from computers with wireless LAN PC cards installed or built in and devices with Access Points installed When this product is connected to a DSL or cable modem it provides wireless Internet access for computers on the LAN Connect devices equipped with Ethernet connectors The Router Unit has a LAN connector for Ethernet devices such as desktop computers to provide Internet access The IP addresses of connected devices are automatically assigned by the Router Unit so there is no need to set the IP address of each device manually DSL or cable modem Documentation This product is supplied with the following manuals and help files Q Quick Start Guide Describes the required preparations and settings initially necessary to connect to the Internet U Troubleshooting Guide Provides solutions to common problems Q Setup Page Online Help This is Help for the pages
10. TP Server Router Unit Item Default setting E Common settings Host Name homegate Administrator Password Guest Password Time Server NTP server DNS Server E WAN settings Connection Method Obtain an IP address automatically Speed Auto Detect DHCP Client ID E LAN settings IP Address 192 168 11 1 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 DHCP Server IP Address No 16 E Other information UPN Pass Through PPTP amp IPSec UPnP enabled In the table above indicate blank settings Resetting to factory default settings Use the following procedure to reset the Access Point or Router Unit to their factory defaults The procedure is the same for both units and either can be reset independently Wireless Unit e Router Unit Quick Setup swich Reset switch 1 Turn on the unit s 2 With a paper clip press and hold the Reset switch for at least one second on the bottom of the Wireless Unit or the side of the Router Unit that you want to reset Be careful not to press the Quick Setup swich by mistake when you reset the Wireless Unit 3 When the Status indicator flashes release the Reset switch The Wireless Unit or Router Unit restarts automatically with all settings returned to their factory defaults Installation Precautions Refer to the separate Quick Start Guide for information about connecting the Wireless Unit Router Unit and AC adapter and how to turn
11. aight through or cross over Ethernet cable Reset switch Returns Router Unit settings to their factory defaults See Resetting to factory default settings overleaf or Help for details DC IN connector Connects to the AC adapter MAC address The Router Unit s WAN port MAC address is printed here Wall mounting holes Use these holes to hang the Router Unit to a wall See Hanging the units overleaf for details Power switch Press to turn the device on I or off O 100 240 V AC jack Connect the supplied power cord e Sony VAIO N N IO Carrier Gate and the Eco Info logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation e Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries vegetable oil based ink Printed on 100 recycled paper using VOC Volatile Organic Compound free Continued on next page Factory default settings Factory default settings Access Point The factory default settings of the Access Point are Item Default setting Network Name SSID The six characters printed on the label under the rear cover of the Access Point Wireless Unit Encryption WEP Disabled Frequency Channel Auto Select Broadcast Network Name SSID Yes IEEE 802 11 Mode llg 11b Access Control Accept all Connection Method Obtain an IP address automatically DHCP DNS Server Speed Auto Detect Quick Setup Switch Enable Time Server N
12. aration of Conformity Trade Name Sony Model No PCWA R1 Responsible Party Sony Electronics Inc Address 680 Kinderkamack Road Oradell NJ 07649 USA Telephone 201 930 6972 This phone number is for FCC related matters only This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful Declaration of Conformity Trade Name Sony This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio or communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual must be used with the equipment to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Canadian ICES 003 Le cable d interface blind recommand dans ce
13. document doit tre utilis avec les appareils pour tre conforme aux limitations des appareils num riques telles que sp cifi es dans la norme NMB 003 du Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Canada Increase the separation between the equipment and NOTE receiver The power outlet should be installed near the Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit equipment and should be easily accessible different from that to which the receiver is connected Safety Information WARNING Opening the unit for whatever reason could lead to damage that is not covered by the warranty Do not touch the device or accessories during thunderstorms Electrical shock could result This device is made for use in the USA and Canada only This device is made for indoor use only Do not use this equipment on hospital premises Doing so may cause medical devices to malfunction Do not use this equipment in an aircraft Doing so could cause the aircraft s equipment to malfunction While using the Wireless Broadband Router do not cover it or turn it on its side Do not cover the Wireless Broadband Router with objects such as magazines or newspapers or use it in confined enclosed places such as the spaces between walls and furniture Furthermore do not turn the Wireless Broadband Router on its side while using it Either situation could cause heat to build up inside the Wireless Broadband Router leading to overheating and
14. fault settings overleaf or Help for details LINK ACT indicator Lights when the Wireless Unit cable is connected to the Wireless Unit LAN connectors on the Router Unit and a link is established and flashes while sending and receiving MAC address The Wireless Unit MAC Address is printed here 9 Quick Setup switch Use this switch to set up the Wireless LAN Converter PCWA DE30 Refer to the Quick Start Guide of the Wireless Converter or Help for details 4 Wireless Unit cable Connects to the Wireless Unit LAN connectors on the Router Unit Router Unit PCWA R1 Front STATUS indicator Indicates the status of the Router Unit e Booting Flashes white e During normal operation Lights white e During firmware update Flashes red e If firmware update fails Continues flashing red after firmware update 11 LINK ACT indicators Light when a link is established at the LAN connectors or WAN connector 14 and flash when sending and receiving data Wireless Unit LAN connectors Connect to the Access Point or to a device such as a computer with an Ethernet connector LAN connectors Connect via an Ethernet cable to a device such as a computer with an Ethernet connector CO Hint Use a straight through or cross over Ethernet cable AC adapter Opposite side view WAN connector Connects via an Ethernet cable to a communication device such as a cable or DSL modem CO Hint Use a str
15. ith that material If the units are hung with ordinary screws they may fall e When hanging the units to a wall be careful not to drop the units or the tools used for doing the work Dropping the units or tools could result in unforeseen accidents Precautions AC adapter Use only the supplied AC adapter and power cord Other AC adapters may damage the Wireless Broadband Router Safety Do not drop the Wireless Broadband Router Careful handling helps to prevent damage Installation Do not place the Wireless Broadband Router where it is exposed to the following conditions e Unstable surfaces e High humidity or poor ventilation e Excessive dust e Direct sunlight or extreme heat e Closed cars e Magnetic fields near magnets speakers or televisions e Frequent vibration e Locations where the transmission of radio waves may be obstructed by metal plates or concrete walls Operation Exposure to rapid changes in temperature or very damp environments can cause condensation on internal parts This may prevent the Wireless Broadband Router from operating properly If this should happen unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet and allow the Wireless Broadband Router to dry for two to three hours Cleaning Clean the casing with a soft cloth lightly moistened with water or a mild detergent solution Do not use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzene This may damage the finish of the
16. its for general population Refer to Safety Code 6 which can be obtained from the Health Canada Web site at http www hc sc gc ca rbc Pour les utilisateurs au Canada Ces appareils num riques de la classe B sont conformes la norme NMB 003 du Canada L utilisation de ces appareils est autoris e seulement aux conditions suivantes 1 ils ne doivent pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur des appareils doit tre pr t accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique regu m me si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement des appareils Pour emp cher que ces appareils causent du brouillage au services faisant I objet de licences ils doivent tre utilis s l int rieur et devraient tre plac s loin des fen tres afin de fournir un cran de blindage maximal Si les appareils ou leurs antennes d mission sont install s a l ext rieur ils doivent faire I objet de licences Le terme IC devant le num ro d homologuation signifie simplement que les normes d Industrie Canada ont t respect es L installateur de ces appareils radio doit s assurer que antenne soit situ e ou point e de mani re ce qu elle n mette pas de champs de radiofr quences lectromagn tiques sup rieurs aux limites sp cifi es par Sant Canada pour le grand public Consultez le code de s curit 6 disponible sur le site Web de Sant Canada a l adresse suivante http www hc sc gc ca rpb
17. ods DS SS OFDM Operating temperature 41 F to 95 F 5 C to 35 C no condensation Storage temperature 4 F to 140 F 20 C to 60 C no condensation Design and specifications are subject to change without notice
18. used to set up this product Refer to it for details about setup page operations and setting items of this product To display the setup page online Help Display the setup page of the Router Unit or Access Point and click Help or Refer to Procedure 4 in the Quick Start Guide for details about how to display the setup page Names of parts and functions Wireless Unit PCWA A320 Front Rear With rear cover removed NANIO 2 4GHz WIRELESS LAN ACCESS POINT PCWA A320 SERIAL No 0000 D 00001 MAC ADDRESS 000000000000 Rear cover Remove this cover if you want to hang the Wireless Unit to a wall and to verify the MAC address and Network Name SSID See Hanging the units overleaf for details about removing the rear cover 1 STATUS indicator Indicates the status of the Wireless Unit e Booting Quickly flashes white e Normal Slowly flashes white e During firmware update flashes red e If firmware update fails Continues flashing red after firmware update 6 Wall mounting holes 2 Reset switch Use pels to hang the te Unit toa wall See Hanging the units overleaf for details Returns Wireless Unit settings to their factory defaults 7 ID The six character hexadecimal unique product ID is printed here This ID is used as the default Network Name SSID of the Wireless Unit See Resetting to factory de
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