Kramer Electronics FC-8 Network Router User Manual
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1. 8 Technical Specifications The FC 8 technical specifications are shown in Table 5 Table 5 FC 8 Technical Specifications INPUT RS 232 DB9F connector OUTPUT Antenna HARDWARE DESCRIPTION Core CPU 32 bit RISC ARM7TDMI low leakage 0 13 micron running at 48MHz Operating Voltage input 12VDC 70mA RoHS compliant lead free PERFORMANCE RS 232 Asynchronous character binary 7 or 8 data bits odd even or no SPECIFICATIONS parity 1 stop bit Flow Control Hardware RTSH CTSH and software flow control STANDARDS SUPPORTED IEEE 802 11b IEEE 802 119 FREQUENCY Europe 2 412 to 2 472GHz USA 2 412 to 2 462GHz CHANNELS Europe 13 channels USA 11 channels TRANSMIT POWER LEVELS 802 11b 17dBm 802 11g 17dBm RECEIVE MINIMUM INPUT 11Mbps 86dBm LEVEL SENSITIVITY 54Mbps 72dBm INTERNET PROTOCOLS ARP ICMP IP UDP TCP DHCP DNS NTP SMTP SECURITY PROTOCOLS WEP WPA and WPA2 PROTOCOLS ACCELERATED AES 3DES and SHA IN HW APPLICATION PROGRAM INTERFACE Kramer configuration program Configure a factory default Ad hoc net permanent IP DHCP server and serialNET mode Kramer application Web page enabling changing Net details Security and IP PROTOCOLS HTTP web server with two on chip websites configuration site and application site DHCP client and server OPERATING HUMIDITY 90 max non condensing OPERATING 40 t0 85 C 40 to 1852. Step 1 Connect the RS 232 port to the external device see section 5 Connect the external device to the RS 232 port for example a Kramer VS 121HC Step 2 Connect the power Step 3 Configure the Host Wi Fi settings see section 6 2 O The host detects the default FC 8 network settings O If needed change the FC 8 default settings with host browser Step 4 Operate the external device see section 7 Serial commands are transmitted over the wireless network to the RO 232 port of the external device PC with Wireless Adapter 2 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 Overview The Kramer FC 8 is a serial to wireless and wireless to serial LAN device server that acts as a bridge for connecting serial devices to an 802 11b g wireless LAN The FC 8 supports TCP UDP sockets a Web server with Web site and WEP WPA WPA2 Wi Fi encryption The FC 8 is housed in a Kramer TOOLS enclosure and is powered by a 12V DC power supply Any legacy Kramer device that has an RS 232 connection can be wirelessly controlled over the customer s LAN or the Internet with an FC 8 using serial commands or Kramer control software The FC 8 is available in two models a European model that supports 13 channels over the 2 412 2 472GHz spectrum and an American model that supports 11 channels over the 2 412 2 462GHz spectrum To achieve the best performance e Use only good quality connection cables to avoid interference
3. 111 Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removal or installation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FORAND WHAT WE WILLNOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal or installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 To obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty
4. EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss of time commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION gt Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the
5. deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer FC 8 away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust Oe No operator serviceable parts inside unit Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with this unit Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall before installing or removing device or servicing unit 4 Your FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge Figure I and Table I define the unit 1 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 2 For example part number 2535 00025 1 3 Y our FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge Figure 1 FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge Front and Back Views Table 1 FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge Front and Back Functions Feature Function 1 12V DC Connector 12V DC for powering the unit 2 FACTORY RESET Button When pressed erases all configuration data Use only under the guidance of Kramer Technical Support 3 RS 232 DB 9F Port Connects to the controlled device via a null modem connection 4 WI FI Antenna Transmits and receives signals over the wireless network 5 LINK LED llluminates green when there is a link 6 TX LED llluminates green when transmitting data over the
6. F TEMPERATURE DIMENSIONS 12cm x 7 5cm x 2 5cm 4 7 x 3 0 x 1 0 W D H WEIGHT 0 3kg 0 7Ibs ACCESSORIES 12V DC power supply antenna null modem adapter 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 13 LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONGIS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed or on which the WARRANTY VOID IF TAMPERED sticker has been torn reattached removed or otherwise interfered with 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from i Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product
7. unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment gt Usethe supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine BO Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC and CE approved using STP cable for twisted pair products 14 K For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000358 REV 3
8. wireless connection 7 RX LED llluminates green when receiving data over the wireless connection 8 ON LED Illuminates green when power is supplied KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge 5 Connecting the FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge The FC 8 can be used to wirelessly control an RS 232 based device from a PC via an ad hoc network see Figure 2 or via an access point router to a larger network or the Internet see Figure 3 5 1 Connecting the Controlled Device to the FC 8 To connect a controlled device to the FC 8 as the example in Figure 2 illustrates connect the RS 232 DB 9 rear panel port on the FC 8 to the attached device PC with Wireless Adapter Figure 2 Connecting the FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge Ad Hoc Network 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your FC 8 After connecting your FC 8 switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 2 Use the same RS 232 wiring as for a connection to the PC 5 Configuring the FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge 5 2 Figure 3 Connecting the FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge Access Point Connecting the FC 8 to a Network The FC 8 is connected to the network by software configuration as described in Section 6 Configuring the FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge This section explains how to configure the FC 8 and the host system for operation The section includes e Using the Default Network C
9. wireless network Wireless LAN SSD after clicking the submit button the connection with the FC 8 is lost and the connection error message appears In this case do not perform the Reset iChip procedure Reconnect the FC 8 with the new parameters Configuring an Active Station The FC can also be configured as an active station to communicate with another listening station To configure an active station 1 Set the other station as a listener if necessary This is the normal default setting for the FC 8 2 Inthe active station under Host Server and Port set the remote IP address and remote port example 192 168 5 10 3000 Click Reset iChip 4 The actual connection begins when the active station starts transmitting data on the serial port Operating the FC 8 After the FC 8 is fully configured it works transparently as a bridge between the network and the attached device The attached device can then be operated using RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller To operate the attached device using serial commands install Kramer s control software that can be downloaded from the Kramer Electronics Web site For an explanation of all control commands see the Kramer Protocol 2000 commands in the User Manual of the attached device 1 Available from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Technical Specifications
10. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 4 Your FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge 5 Connecting the FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge 5 1 Connecting the Controlled Device to the FC 8 2 Connecting the FC 8 to a Network 6 Configuring the FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge 6 1 Using the Default Network Configuration 6 2 Configuring the Host System to Operate with FC 8 6 3 Changing the FC 8 Configuration 6 4 Configuring an Active Station 7 Operating the FC 8 8 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge Front and Back Views Figure 2 Connecting the FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge Ad Hoc Network Figure 3 Connecting the FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge Access Point Figure 4 Wireless Network Connection Window Figure 5 Serial Net Configuration Screen of the FC 8 Tables Table 1 FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge Front and Back Functions Table 2 FC 8 Default Network Configuration Table 3 FC 8 Serial Net Configuration Parameters Table 4 Baud Rate Settings Table 5 FC 8 Technical Specifications O NNA AN YN UUN E pd u ee YY N N CONN 10 13 Introduction Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video audio presentation and broa
11. Name during the registration procedure When a socket is established FC 8 transmits its ID information and current IP address in the following format FC 8 lt D L S gt S N lt RP5 gt version lt RP1 gt HN lt HSTN gt IP lt IPA or RRRL gt Port lt LPRT or 80 or 0 gt The registration socket is then closed SerialNet Listening Port 0 to 64000 10000 Default Socket Type 0 TCP Default 1 UDP Host Server amp Port nnn nnn nnn nnn ppp To configure the FC 8 as an active station see section 6 4 Security Type 0 N 1 WEP64 2 WEP128 3 WPA 4 WPA2 No security 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Configuring the FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge Parameter Possible Values Notes Wireless LAN WEP Key1 WEP64 no more than 10 characters 5 bytes allowed hex 0 9 A F WEP128 no more than 26 characters 13 bytes allowed hex 0 9 A F Wireless LAN WEP Key2 Same as WEP Key Wireless LAN WEP Key3 Same as WEP Key1 Wireless LAN WEP Key4 Same as WEP Key Pre shared Key Passphrase WPA ASCII string must be between 8 63 alphameric characters SerialNet Serial Parameters lt b d p s f gt 5 8 N 1 O Default Where b baud 1 9 or h see Table 4 d data bits 7 or 8 p parity N E O s stop bits 1 f flow 0 1 Default IP 192 168 3 2 Factory default address S
12. ck Refresh network list in the upper left corner Make sure the status Connected is shown If the network status is not Connected click Kramer FCS and click Connect in the lower right corner Configuring the FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge HN Wireless Network Connection 3 Network Task Choose a wireless network e Refresh network list Click an item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information Set up a wireless network SIEMENS BOA4AL for a home or small office 3 t Security enabled wireless network Related Tasks Kramer 1J Learn about wireless H Security enabled wireless network SEEN TE Kramer FL8 Change the order of preferred networks Unsecured computer to computer network This network is configured for open access Information sent over this network may be visible to others IF you want to connect bo this network click Connect eo Change advanced settings Figure 4 Wireless Network Connection Window 5 If the Kramer FC8 network does not connect Click on Kramer FCS to open the network and click Change Advanced Settings Choose to highlight Internet Protocol TCP IP and click Properties Make sure Obtain an IP address automatically is selected 6 Begin operating the device as described in section 7 or if necessary change the FC 8 configuration as described in section 6 3 6 3 Changing the FC 8 Configuration The FC 8 is normally configured to wo
13. dcasting professional on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function Thank you for purchasing the Kramer TOOLS FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge which is ideal for controlling any Kramer device with an RS 232 port in a wireless network environment Each package includes the following items e The FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge e 12V DC Power supply 2 e This user manual Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Matrix Switchers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converters GROUP 5 Range Extenders and Repeaters GROUP 6 Specialty AV Products GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors GROUP 9 Room Connectivity GROUP 10 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 11 Sierra Products 2 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps
14. et to 0 0 0 0 to receive IP address from a DHCP server Submit Enters the changes made in the configuration table Refresh Redisplays values of the configuration screen Table 4 Baud Rate Settings Baud Code Baud Rate Baud Code Baud Rate 1 600 6 19200 2 1200 7 38400 3 2400 8 57600 4 4800 9 115200 5 9600 h 230400 2 Change the parameters as needed to attach the FC 8 to the new network and press Submit Important When changing the IP address input the same new address into both the Active IP Address field and in Default IP field Note It may take a few minutes for the update to complete Warning You must enter the correct network parameters If the parameters are incorrect the network will not recognize the unit and you will not be able to access the device until it is reconfigured using a special program which can be downloaded from the Kramer Web site 1 The FC 8 must be connected to a PC over the serial port while running the program 11 Operating the FC 8 6 4 3 After submitting the new parameters reset the FC 8 by clicking the Reset iChip link at the bottom of the window The new window with the message Chip is performing reset opens Wait about 1 minute and close this new window Note To start using the new settings disconnect the wireless connection from the FC 8 and reconnect it again with new parameters Note If you made changes to the name of the
15. onfiguration see section 6 1 e Configuring the Host System see section 6 2 e Changing the FC 8 Configuration see section 6 3 e Configuring an Active Station see section 6 4 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Configuring the FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge 6 1 6 2 Using the Default Network Configuration The FC 8 is configured in the factory with the following default configuration that can be used immediately in an ad hoc network Table 2 FC 8 Default Network Configuration Parameter Value Network Name IKramer FC8 ad hoc network IP Address 192 168 3 2 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 Mode Serial Net Port 10000 Configuring the Host System to Operate with FC 8 The wireless connection on the host system must be configured to communicate with the FC 8 It is assumed that a wireless network adapter is installed and operating on the host system To configure the host system for first time wireless operation 1 Power on the FC 8 by connecting its 12V DC power supply Verify that the ON LED lights The host automatically detects the wireless adapter and displays an icon in the lower right corner showing that a wireless network was detected Click the wireless network icon then click View Available Wireless Networks The Wireless Network Connection window appears see Figure 4 You should see your wireless network listed with the network name Kramer FCS If you don t see the network cli
16. r of the device read only Web Server Status Message Must be I OK read only Firmware Version Must end with b17 or above read only Hardware Version Active IP Address 192 168 3 2 Default For technical use read only Active IP address of the FC 8 Subnet Address 255 255 255 0 Default IP Gateway 0 0 0 0 Default Wireless LAN SSID Alpha numeric Kramer FC8 Default An ad hoc network must begin with the character Network name SSID IP Registration Host Server Name nnn nnn nnn nnn ppp Where nnn nnn nnn nnn a server name or IP address ppp 0 65535 If Registration Host Server Name is empty no IP registration server name is defined 192 168 3 1 Default The Registration Host Server Name is used to locate and establish a connection after FC 8 establishes an Internet session connection as a result of an explicit command or as a result of automated Internet session establishment procedures The dynamically assigned IP address is sent to the server in ASCII form after which the socket is closed See Socket IP Registration It is assumed that the host server is listening on port number FC 8 registers itself by opening a socket to a registration server and sending its ID information and current IP address When the Registration Host Server Name parameter contains a value the FC 8 establishes a socket to the server defined in Registration Host Server
17. rk as a listening station in an ad hoc peer to peer network or over an access point such as a router to connect to the Internet To configure the FC 8 as an active station see section 6 4 To connect the FC 8 to another network you must change its configuration using a built in Web page configuration program over an Internet browser KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Configuring the FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge To change the FC 8 configuration do the following 1 In the Internet browser of a PC attached to the FC 8 network enter the IP address of the FC 8 for example using the default IP address 192 168 3 2 The Serial Net setup page appears see Figure 5 Table 3 explains the fields 2 Kramer setup page Windows Internet Explorer Ge http 192 168 3 1 si x Live search File Edit View Favorites Tools Help Je dr Kramer setup page MAC Address 001988053B47 Web Server Status Message VOK Bootblock Version BBIC0206 13 2 2008 DM er Serial Number 14000432 Hardware Version CO2128 D ers L Internet R100 Figure 5 Serial Net Configuration Screen of the FC 8 Configuring the FC 8 Wi Fi RS 232 Bridge Table 3 FC 8 Serial Net Configuration Parameters Parameter Possible Values Notes MAC Address Ethernet hardware address read only Bootblock Version For technical use read only Serial Number Factory serial numbe
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