Bointec DPE109A User manual

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User Manual
Bointec Wifi Series
DPE109A / DPE104A
[ Version 1.0 ]
Date: 2018/09/12
Bointec Taiwan Corporation
1F,#3,A20,L790,SEC5,CHUNGHSIAO E.RD.,TAIPEI 110,TAIWAN
Tel: [phone] / Fax:[phone]
www.bointec.com
© Copyrights 2012 by Bointec Taiwan
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Release history:
Revision Date Author Change List
1.0 2018/09/12 Howard Juang Initialized
IMPORTANT NOTICE
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customer discovers a defect, Bointec will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product at no charge to the customer, provided it is returned
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Contents
1Packing List..............................................................................................................................5
2Customer Service ....................................................................................................................5
3Safety and Warranty ................................................................................................................6
4Introduction..............................................................................................................................7
4.1Product overview ..................................................................................................................7
4.2Reference Documents ..........................................................................................................8
5Mechanical Specification ........................................................................................................8
5.1Main Module ..........................................................................................................................8
6Hardware Specification ..........................................................................錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。
7Software Installation..............................................................................................................11
7.1Driver installation under Windows systems.....................................................................11
7.2Driver pickup by Linux Android systems..........................................................................15
Appendix A: GENERAL NMEA-0183 FORMAT............................................................................16
Appendix B: GENERAL AT Commands for GSM/3G/3.75G data modem module錯誤! 尚未定義
書籤。
Disclaimer......................................................................................................................................16

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1 Packing List
Before you use this Product, you may want to check what the items are inside the package:
zDPE109A / DPE104A module
zAccessory Pack (optional)
z2.4GHz antenna, simple, Bointec P/N: TWRN-9161201-102
zDriver and User Manual CD
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or sales representative
immediately.
2 Customer Service
We provide service guide for any problem as follow steps：
zContact with your distributor, sales representative always as first step, as they are able to
provide you enough information to answer your question.
zEmail to Bointec Customer Service, we stand behind first line services if they are not able to
help you for some advanced technical issues or additional assistance.
You may have the following information ready before you inquiry for support：
zProduct serial number
zPeripheral attachments
zSoftware (OS, version, application software, etc.)
zDescription of complete problem
zThe exact wording of any error messages
Free technical support is available from distributer and Bointec Customer Service every business

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day. We are always ready to give advice on application requirements or specific information on the
installation and operation of any of our products. Do not hesitate to contact us, Supporting email
address is available at : <[e-mail]>
3 Safety and Warranty
Read these safety instructions carefully:
zRefer to this user manual from time to time if you need to know something more about the product.
Keep this user manual document for later reference.
zPlease disconnect this equipment from any power source before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
spray detergents for cleaning. Use a damp cloth.
zFor pluggable equipment, the power outlet must be installed near the equipment and must be easily
accessible.
zKeep this equipment away from humidity.
zInstall this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping it or letting it fall could
cause damage.
zThe openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the equipment from overheating. DO
NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
zMake sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the equipment to the power
outlet.
zPosition the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything over the power
cord.
zAll cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
zIf the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the power source to avoid damage
by transient over-voltage.
zNever pour any liquid into an opening. This could cause fire or electrical shock.
zNever open the equipment. For safety reasons, only qualified service personnel should open the
equipment.

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zIf any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service personnel:
A. The power cord or plug is damaged.
B. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
C. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
D. The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work according to the user manual.
E. The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
F. The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
zGenerally, do not leave this equipment in an uncontrolled environment where the storage
temperature is below -20° C (-4°F) or above 60° C (140° F). It may damage the equipment. Unless
we describe it in the Specification, the product itself is an industrial grade product. Even if so, do
not store the product that exceeds the limitation of the product endurance.
4 Introduction
This specification wrote as a guideline for DPE109A/DPE104A installation and apply to use. Any
change will not process unless this document changed.
4.1 Product overview
Bointec DPE109A/DPE104A is a dual band 802.11ac/a/b/g/n Dual-Band WiFi + Bluetooth
miniPCIe adapter. It is a 2T2R (WiFi/BT co-existence supported) technology, with 20/40/80MHz
and 256-QAM to maximize bandwidth. DPE109A/DPE104A lets you move at the speed of life
with faster speeds (up to 867 Mbps, 1~3Mbps EDR for Bluetooth), higher capacity, broader
coverage and longer battery life. Dramatically reshapes your connected experience.
Bointec DPE109A/DPE104A incorporated with advanced security encryption, such as WEP, WPA,

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WPA2, and 802.1x for secure wireless connection.
Bointec DPE109A/DPE104Aalso supports the latest Bluetooth 4.2 specification, which includes
both High Speed and Low-Energy operation to extend personal area connectivity to a variety of
devices.
DPE109A/DPE104A also delivers superior WLAN/Bluetooth coexistence to ensure the best
possible wireless experience. DPE109A/DPE104A offers advanced algorithms developed to
mitigate interference and takes advantage of the physical proximity of the WLAN and Bluetooth
radios to provide maximum performance.
With the demand of industrial temperature, Bointec DPE104A, with component upgrade to higher
tolerance, could meet the industrial standard reliability.
4.2 Reference Documents
zBointec DPE109ADPE104Aproduct speciation document
5 Mechanical Specification
5.1 Main Module
DPE109A / DPE104A module as below :

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Figure 1. Top View Figure 2. Bottom View

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6 Installation
Please make sure the platform is turned off and insert the Wireless Adapter DPE109A/DPE104Ainto
the mPCIe slot of your platform at a 45 degree.

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7 Software Installation
7.1 Driver installation under Windows systems
1.Click [Qualcomm Atheros QCA6174_9377_Installer].
2.Select an interface language, and then click [Next].

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3.Click [Install] to begin the driver installation and follow Install SHield Wizard.

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4.Click [Finish] to complete the installation.

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7.2 Join a Wireless Network
1. Click [Network icon] on the task bar. Select your Wi-Fi network and click [Connect].
2. Enter the correct password of the network and click [Next].
3. When it shows [Connected] as the picture below, then you can enjoy wireless access to Internet now.

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7.3 Driver pickup by Linux Android systems
Linux driver are provided for user who would like to install DPE109A / DPE104A under Linux/Android
system. For these systems are usually used by experienced users. We simple attach driver package in the
driver CD for experienced users to deploy. If you encounter any issue when install driver package or during
the procedure, please contact Bointec filed application engineer team.

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Appendix A:
Disclaimer
THESE MATERIALS AND INFORMATION ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY”
OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED , INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.
We uses reasonable efforts to include accurate and up-to-date information on this document; it
does not, however, make any representations as to its accuracy or completeness of the
information, text, graphics, links or other items contained within these materials. Your use of this
Document is at your own risk. Bointec, its suppliers, and other parties involved in creating and
delivering this Document’s contents shall not be liable for any special, indirect, incidental, or
consequential damages, including without limitation, lost revenues or lost profits.
© Bointec Taiwan Corporation Limited 2012
This information is furnished for guidance, and with no guarantee as to its accuracy or completeness; its publication conveys
no license under any patent or other right, nor does the publisher assume liability, for any consequence of its use;
specifications and availability of goods mentioned in it are subject to change without notice; it is not to be reproduced, in
whole or in part, without the written consent of the publisher. Any copying, use or disclosure of it without the written
permission of Bointec Taiwan Corporation Limited is strictly prohibited

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
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
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the
following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
Operations in the 5.15-5.25GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only.
This device meets all the other requirements specified in Part 15E, Section
15.407 of the FCC Rules.

Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated
with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions:
1) The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the
antenna and users, and
2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter
or antenna.
As long as 2conditions above are met, further transmitter test will not be
required. However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their
end-product for any additional compliance requirements required with this
module installed
IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that these conditions can not be met (for
example certain laptop configurations or co-location with another transmitter),
then the FCC authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID can
not be used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator
will be responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter)
and obtaining a separate FCC authorization.
End Product Labeling
This transmitter module is authorized only for use in device where the antenna may be
installed such that 20 cm may be maintained between the antenna and users. The final
end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following: “Contains FCC ID:
2AMAF-DPE109A104A”. The grantee's FCC ID can be used only when all FCC
compliance requirements are met.
Manual Information To the End User
The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user
regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user’s manual of the
end product which integrates this module.
The end user manual shall include all required regulatory information/warning
as show in this manual.

Industry Canada statement:
This device complies with ISED’s licence-exempt RSSs. 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.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’ISED applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) le
dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage préjudiciable, et (2) ce dispositif doit
accepter tout brouillage reçu, y compris un brouillage susceptible de provoquer un
fonctionnement indésirable.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
greater than 20cm between the radiator & your body.
Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations:
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements ISED
établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et
utilisé à plus de 20 cm entre le radiateur et votre corps.
This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions: (For
module device use)
1) The antenna must be installed and operated with greater than 20cm between the
antenna and users, and
2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or
antenna.
As long as 2conditions above are met, further transmitter test will not be required.
However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end-product for any
additional compliance requirements required with this module installed.
Cet appareil est conçu uniquement pour les intégrateurs OEM dans les conditions
suivantes: (Pour utilisation de dispositif module)
1) L'antenne doit être installé et exploité avec plus de 20 cm entre l'antenne et les
utilisateurs, et
2) Le module émetteur peut ne pas être coïmplanté avec un autre émetteur ou antenne.
Tant que les 2conditions ci-dessus sont remplies, des essais supplémentaires sur

l'émetteur ne seront pas nécessaires. Toutefois, l'intégrateur OEM est toujours
responsable des essais sur son produit final pour toutes exigences de conformité
supplémentaires requis pour ce module installé.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
In the event that these conditions can not be met (for example certain laptop
configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then the Canada authorization
is no longer considered valid and the IC ID can not be used on the final product. In
these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible for re-evaluating the end
product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate Canada authorization.
NOTE IMPORTANTE:
Dans le cas où ces conditions ne peuvent être satisfaites (par exemple pour certaines
configurations d'ordinateur portable ou de certaines co-localisation avec un autre
émetteur), l'autorisation du Canada n'est plus considéré comme valide et l'ID IC ne
peut pas être utilisé sur le produit final. Dans ces circonstances, l'intégrateur OEM
sera chargé de réévaluer le produit final (y compris l'émetteur) et l'obtention d'une
autorisation distincte au Canada.
End Product Labeling
This transmitter module is authorized only for use in device where the antenna may be
installed and operated with greater than 20cm between the antenna and users. The
final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following: “Contains IC:
23942-DPE109A104A”.
Plaque signalétique du produit final
Ce module émetteur est autorisé uniquement pour une utilisation dans un appareil où
l’antenne peut être installée et utilisée à plus de 20 cm entre l’antenne et les
utilisateurs. Le produit final doit être étiqueté dans un endroit visible avec l'inscription
suivante: "Contient des IC: 23942-DPE109A104A ".
Manual Information To the End User
The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user
regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user’s manual of the end
product which integrates this module.
The end user manual shall include all required regulatory information/warning as
show in this manual.