B&B Electronics AirborneM2M APX-Q5 Series User manual

AirborneM2M™
APXx-Q5xxx Family User Manual
Revision: 1.1
June 2013
File Name: APXx_Family_User_Manual_R1.1_2213

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International Headquarters
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Contents
1.0 Conventions ................................................................................................................................... 7
1.1 Terminology ................................................................................................................................ 7
1.2 Notes............................................................................................................................................ 7
1.3 Caution......................................................................................................................................... 7
1.4 File Format.................................................................................................................................. 7
2.0 Product Description....................................................................................................................... 8
3.0 Features.......................................................................................................................................... 9
4.0 Device Types ................................................................................................................................10
4.1 Serial...........................................................................................................................................10
4.2 Ethernet ......................................................................................................................................10
4.3 Flexport™ ...................................................................................................................................10
4.4 Industrial Packaging..................................................................................................................10
5.0 Pinout and Connectors................................................................................................................12
5.1 Serial Ports.................................................................................................................................12
5.2 Ethernet Port..............................................................................................................................13
5.3 Connector Definition .................................................................................................................14
5.4 Default Switch (Factory Reset)................................................................................................14
5.5 Indicator LEDs ...........................................................................................................................15
6.0 Electrical& RF Specification........................................................................................................16
6.1 AC Electrical Characteristics –Transmitter...........................................................................18
6.2 Performance/Range..................................................................................................................18
7.0 Antenna..........................................................................................................................................19
7.1 Antenna Selection.....................................................................................................................19
7.2 Antenna Location ......................................................................................................................19
7.3 Performance...............................................................................................................................20
To learn more about Link Margin, visit B&B Electronics’ online technical library..........................20
8.0 Mechanical Outline –Industrial Class .......................................................................................21
9.0 Getting Started..............................................................................................................................22
9.1 Unpack the AirborneM2M™ Device.......................................................................................22
10.0 Setup (APXx-Q542x) ...................................................................................................................23
11.0 Using the Web Interface..............................................................................................................28
11.1 Navigation Bar ...........................................................................................................................29
11.2 Feature Links.............................................................................................................................30
11.3 Navigating the Website.............................................................................................................30
11.4 Updating a Field ........................................................................................................................31
11.5 Uploading Certificates...............................................................................................................31
11.6 Upload Configuration Files.......................................................................................................32
11.7 Updating Firmware....................................................................................................................34
12.0 Express Setup Configuration Page............................................................................................37
13.0 Configuring the Wireless Interface.............................................................................................41

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14.0 Configuring the Security Settings...............................................................................................42
14.1 Configuring for WEP Security..................................................................................................42
14.2 Configuring for WPA-PSK Security ........................................................................................42
14.3 Configuring for WPA2-PSK Security......................................................................................43
15.0 Configuring the Serial Device Server ........................................................................................45
15.1 Configuring Serial Port for Access on Telnet Port................................................................45
15.2 Configuring Serial Port 1 for Access on Tunnel Port ...........................................................46
15.3 Configuring Serial Port 2 for Access on Tunnel Port ...........................................................47
15.4 Configuring Serial Port 1 as TCP Client.................................................................................48
15.5 Configuring Serial Port 2 as TCP Client.................................................................................50
16.0 Web Page Overview ....................................................................................................................52
Module Status........................................................................................................................ 53
Ethernet Status...................................................................................................................... 54
Radio Statistics...................................................................................................................... 55
Ethernet Statistics.................................................................................................................. 56
Display Associated Clients .................................................................................................... 57
Wireless DHCP Clients.......................................................................................................... 58
Express Setup ....................................................................................................................... 59
WLAN Settings ...................................................................................................................... 60
WLAN Security Settings ........................................................................................................ 61
Network Settings.................................................................................................................... 62
Serial Port Settings................................................................................................................ 63
Serial Port 2 Settings............................................................................................................. 64
Connection Settings............................................................................................................... 65
Ethernet Settings................................................................................................................... 67
Event Settings........................................................................................................................ 68
Port Forwarding Settings....................................................................................................... 69
IP Filtering Settings................................................................................................................ 70
Advanced Settings................................................................................................................. 71
Upload Configuration File...................................................................................................... 75
List Configuration File............................................................................................................ 76
Delete Configuration File....................................................................................................... 77
Active Configuration............................................................................................................... 78
User Configuration................................................................................................................. 79
OEM Configuration................................................................................................................ 80
Factory Configuration ............................................................................................................ 81
WPA Configuration................................................................................................................ 82
List Certificates ...................................................................................................................... 83
Upload Certificate .................................................................................................................. 84
Delete Certificate ................................................................................................................... 85
Network (Home Page)........................................................................................................... 86
Discover Airborne Modules ................................................................................................... 87
Scan for Access Points.......................................................................................................... 88
Maintenance (Home Page).................................................................................................... 89
Update Module Firmware ...................................................................................................... 90
Reset Factory Defaults.......................................................................................................... 91
Restart Module ...................................................................................................................... 92
Set System Time ................................................................................................................... 93
Blink the POST LED.............................................................................................................. 94
Stop Blinking the POST LED................................................................................................. 95
Upload Script Files................................................................................................................. 96

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List Script Files ...................................................................................................................... 97
Display Script Files................................................................................................................ 98
Delete Script File ................................................................................................................... 99
Run Script File..................................................................................................................... 100
17.0 Certification & Regulatory Approvals.......................................................................................101
17.1 FCC Statement........................................................................................................................101
17.2 FCC RF Exposure Statement................................................................................................102
17.3 Information for Canadian Users (IC Notice)........................................................................102
17.4 FCC/IC Modular Approval......................................................................................................103
17.5 Regulatory Test Mode Support .............................................................................................104
18.0 Physical & Environmental Approvals.......................................................................................105

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Figures
Figure 1 - Industrial AirborneM2M™ Device ..........................................................................................11
Figure 2- DE-9 (DB-9) Connector Pin-out...............................................................................................12
Figure 3 - Ethernet Jack Pinout................................................................................................................13
Figure 4 - Website Login............................................................................................................................28
Figure 5 - Default Home Page..................................................................................................................29
Figure 6- Website Navigation Bar ............................................................................................................29
Figure 7- Feature Links..............................................................................................................................30
Figure 8 - Airborne Web Page..................................................................................................................30
Figure 9 - Upload Certificate Web Page..................................................................................................31
Figure 10 - Upload Configuration Web Page..........................................................................................33
Figure 11 - Firmware Update Page..........................................................................................................34
Figure 12 - Firmware Update in Progress...............................................................................................35
Figure 13 - Firmware Update Complete..................................................................................................35
Figure 14 - Express Setup Page ..............................................................................................................37
Tables
Table 1–Serial Port Pin Definition ............................................................................................................12
Table 2 - Ethernet Connector Pinout .......................................................................................................13
Table 3 - PoE Pinout Alternatives ............................................................................................................13
Table 4 - Connector Description...............................................................................................................14
Table 5 - Reset Procedure ........................................................................................................................14
Table 6 - LED Indicators............................................................................................................................15
Table 7- Absolute Maximum Values1.......................................................................................................16
Table 8 - RF Characteristics –802.11a/b/g/n.........................................................................................16
Table 9 - Supported Data Rates by Band...............................................................................................17
Table 10 - Operating Channels.................................................................................................................17
Table 11 - Radio Typical Performance Range.......................................................................................18
Table 12- APXx Accessing the Web Interface ......................................................................................23
Table 13 - Navigation Bar Items...............................................................................................................29
Table 14 - Uploading Certificates.............................................................................................................32
Table 15 - Uploading Configurations .......................................................................................................33
Table 16 - Updating Firmware ..................................................................................................................35
Table 17 - Express Page Setup................................................................................................................37
Table 18 - Configuring for WEP Security................................................................................................42
Table 19 - Configuring for WPA Security................................................................................................43
Table 20 - Configuring for WPA2 Security..............................................................................................43
Table 21–Configure Data Tunnel on Telnet Port...................................................................................45
Table 22 - Data Tunnel using Telnet Port...............................................................................................46
Table 23 –Configure Data Tunnel on Serial Port 1 Tunnel Port (TCP) .............................................46
Table 24 - Data Tunnel using Tunnel Port on Serial Port 1..................................................................47
Table 25 –Configure Data Tunnel on Serial Port 2 Tunnel Port (TCP) .............................................47
Table 26 - Data Tunnel using Tunnel Port on Serial Port 2..................................................................48
Table 27 - Configure Serial Port 1 as TCP Client..................................................................................49
Table 28 - Configure Serial Port 2 as TCP Client..................................................................................50
Table 29 - Regulatory Approvals............................................................................................................101
Table 30 - Modular Approval Grant Numbers ......................................................................................103
Table 31 - Mechanical Approvals...........................................................................................................105

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1.0 Conventions
The following section outlines the conventions used within the document. Where
convention is deviated from, the deviation takes precedence and should be followed. If
you have any question related to the conventions used or clarification of indicated
deviation please contact B&B Electronics Sales or Wireless Support.
1.1 Terminology
APXx-Q5xxx is used in the opening section to describe the device detailed in this
document. After this section the term module or device will be used to describe
the device.
1.2 Notes
A note contains information that requires special attention. The following
convention will be used. The area next to the indicator will identify the specific
information and make any references necessary.

The area next to the indicator will identify the specific information and make any
references necessary.
1.3 Caution
A caution contains information that, if not followed, may cause damage to the
product or injury to the user. The shaded area next to the indicator will identify
the specific information and make any references necessary.

The area next to the indicator will identify the specific information and make any
references necessary.
1.4 File Format
These documents are provided as Portable Document Format (PDF) files. To
read them, you need Adobe Acrobat Reader 4.0.5 or higher. For your
convenience, Adobe Acrobat Reader is provided on the software CD. Should you
not have the CD, you can download the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader
at the Adobe Web site: www.adobe.com

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2.0 Product Description
B&B Electronics' APXx-Q5xxx industrial grade access point enables a piece of M2M
equipment to become the center of a self-sufficient Wi-Fi network. This makes it easy to
access equipment data as well as resources from other Wi-Fi enabled devices, like
laptops, tablets and handhelds. The other devices can be powered by Android, iOS or
Windows. The APXx-Q5xxx includes a 10/100 Ethernet port that supports both bridge
and router modes, and two serial ports that are compatible with RS232/422/485 devices.
Users may make multiple connections to the same machine, and all ports may be used
simultaneously in any serial data configuration. This allows the APXx-Q5xxx to provide
more port configuration options than any competing device in the industry.
The APXx-Q5xxx also includes a wide range power supply input (5-36 VDC) with terminal
block and barrel jack connections. It is packaged in a rugged metal enclosure. The
APXx-Q54x8 models support 802.3af Class 1 based Power over Ethernet (PoE).
The Airborne™ family of access points includes models with single band or dual band
radios: the APXG supports 802.11b/g and the APXN supports 802.11a/b/g/n.
B&B Electronics is the industry leader in industrial grade 802.11 wireless serial-to-
Ethernet converters, access points, Ethernet bridges and Ethernet adapters. The APXx-
Q5xxx is the newest member of B&B Electronics' Airborne™ series, a family of fully
integrated 802.11 wireless LAN bridge, serial device server, and access point products
designed to provide wireless LAN and Internet connectivity in industrial, scientific,
medical and automotive applications. The highly integrated hardware and software
enables plug-and-play capability and significantly reduces the complexity of wireless
system deployment and network connectivity.
All Airborne™ 802.11 access point products include Airborne Management Center
software for web browser-based configuration and administration. The Airborne
Management Center makes it easy to install and configure Airborne devices. The same
interface is employed across the entire product line. If you’ve used one Airborne device,
you know how to use them all.

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3.0 Features
Wi-Fi Radio with 32-bit ARM9 CPU (256Mb SDRAM, 64Mb Flash)
APXG models support 802.11b/g
APXN models support 802.11a/b/g/n
Fully functional M2M Access Point and Wireless Router.
Software selectable as AirborneM2M™or AirborneDirect™client device
server.
Integrated Airborne Device Server and Wireless Adapter technology.
The AirborneM2M™Access Point supports integrated:
802.11 radio
TCP/IP stack, UDP, telnet, FTP server
Ethernet bridge mode (Access Point)
Ethernet router mode (Wireless Router)
Dual Serial ports (RS232/422/485)
Data bridging and buffering
Command Line Interface
Web interface
WEP/WPA/WPA2-PSKSecurity
DHCP Server (For wireless clients)
Firewall and Port Forwarding (Ethernet Router Mode)
Transmit RF power control
FTP Server
Operating Temperature(-40°C to 85°C)
Storage temp (-40°C to 85°C)
Industry standard wired connections:
D-9 Serial connectors (RS232/422/485)
RJ-45 (10/100 Ethernet)
Multiple host interfaces supported:
Dual Serial (RS232/422/485) –up to 921K BAUD
10/100 Ethernet
Dual RP-SMA antenna connectors.
Integrated standard and wide range (J1455) Power Supply (5-36VDC)
Power connector options include 2.1mm Barrel Jack, Terminal Block
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) using an 802.3af Class 1 PSE device (APXx-
Q5xx8 models)
Integrated Site Survey mode.
Advanced Low power modes.
Rugged mounting options.
Worldwide Regulatory Support (FCC, IC, CE)

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4.0 Device Types
This manual covers the AirborneM2M™Access Point/Wireless Router/Client. Information
on the variations and functionality available in the AirborneDirect™ device family can be
found in the ABDN Family User Manual. If you are not certain which type you have or
would like clarification on the available options please contact B&B Sales or Technical
Support.
The AirborneM2M™supports the following host interfaces:
4.1 Serial
This device supports dual serial ports and provides serial to 802.11 bridging. The
following serial interface types are available:
RS-232
RS-422
RS-485
Default configuration is RS-232. Conversion to RS-422/485 is software
selectable. Changing the serial port configuration is covered later in the manual.
4.2 Ethernet
The Ethernet adapter provides a wireless interface to an existing Ethernet port
(RJ-45). The connection to the Ethernet port of the host is made via the RJ-45
socket.
The device supports a 10/100 Ethernet interface with auto configuration. Manual
control of the interface is possible through the web or CLI interface.
4.3 Flexport™
This AirborneM2M™ allows for simultaneous connection of Serial and Ethernet
ports in any combination. You may maintain network-based connections to both
the Ethernet and Serial ports without compromising functionality or performance.
Each interface can be configured and operated independently of the others.
Connection to the serial port can be made via both the wireless and Ethernet
ports. In this mode the device is capable of supporting redundant network
connectivity for high reliability applications.
4.4 Industrial Packaging
Developed to support the demands of the industrial and automotive
environments, the packaging supports the full industrial operating temperature
range and the complete set of functional capabilities of the Airborne Access
Point, Airborne Device Server and Wireless Adapter technology.