Brultech Greeneye Monitor User manual

WiFi/Ethernet Setup
Document Code: GEM-SET-WE-2
Ver 6.2
2017-10-09
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GreenEye Monitor

Introduction
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ..............................................................................................................................................................3
The Communication Module ..................................................................................................................................................3
Start-up Sequence ..................................................................................................................................................................3
Communication Status LED.....................................................................................................................................................3
Hardware ...............................................................................................................................................................................4
WiFi Security..............................................................................................................................................................5
How to Setup Security ............................................................................................................................................................5
Connection Method ...................................................................................................................................................7
WiFi Connection.........................................................................................................................................................8
WiFi Connection between GEM & Network ............................................................................................................................8
Ethernet Connection ................................................................................................................................................10
Ethernet Connection to the Network....................................................................................................................................10
Discover GEM’s IP Address .......................................................................................................................................11
Windows User ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Non-Windows User................................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Connect to DashBoX.................................................................................................................................................12
Discover DashBox IP Address................................................................................................................................................12
Send Data from GEM to DashBox .........................................................................................................................................13
Connect to Data Host ...............................................................................................................................................14
What is a Data Host? ............................................................................................................................................................14
Data Hosts Examples............................................................................................................................................................................. 14
Data Host .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
Setting IP and Port................................................................................................................................................................14
Additional Security Options......................................................................................................................................16
Disable AP ............................................................................................................................................................................16
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................................................18
Access Point (AP) ..................................................................................................................................................................18
WiFi Connection to Network ................................................................................................................................................18
Ethernet ...............................................................................................................................................................................19
TCP/IP ..................................................................................................................................................................................19
Appendix A ..............................................................................................................................................................20
Find the GEM’s IP address ....................................................................................................................................................20
1. Using “Device Discovery” Program.................................................................................................................................................... 20
2. Using “GEM Network Utility” Program.............................................................................................................................................. 20
3. Using “Fing” App ...............................................................................................................................................................................21
4. Using your network router ................................................................................................................................................................ 21
GEM and Communication Setup Pages .................................................................................................................................21
Appendix B ..............................................................................................................................................................22
Setting WiFi/Ethernet to Factory Defaults ............................................................................................................................22

Introduction
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INTRODUCTION
This manual describes the procedure for setting up communication for a GEM having the WiFi/Ethernet option (GEM-
WE).
THE COMMUNICATION MODULE
The GEM has a separate communication module with its own dedicated processor to provide WiFi or Ethernet
communication. Because of this, there will be two setup web interfaces:
WiFi/Ethernet setup page
GEM setup page
START-UP SEQUENCE
The GEM is powered up when the 5VDC power adapter is
plugged into an outlet and to the GEM (Figure 1).
When the GEM is powered up, the “Communication Status LED”
(Figure 2) will remain dark (off) for approximately 6 seconds.
This is the time required for the communication module to boot
up and create or join a network. Once the module is booted the
LED will turn AMBER. If there is a WiFi connection to the GEM,
the LED will change from AMBER to YELLOW.
The “System Status LED” (Figure 2) will be GREEN unless a PT
is not connected. If there is no PT signal this LED will flash
RED on-off continuously. Note: The PT signal is not required
when setting up the GEM communication.
COMMUNICATION STATUS LED
The “Communication Status LED” (Figure 2) will glow AMBER (orange) or YELLOW.
Dark: The communication module is booting up.
AMBER: Communication module is active but there is no WiFi connection although there may be an Ethernet
connection.
YELLOW: The module has a WiFi connection in AP or STA mode.
Note: If using Ethernet cable connection, the LED will remain AMBER regardless of whether or not there
is a connection.
Figure 1 5VDC Power and PT Connection
Figure 2 GEM LEDs

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HARDWARE
The WiFi antenna connector
The antenna screws on to the antenna connector. It is a 3dBi RP-
SMA type. If the antenna location is in a bad area and range or
interference issues arise, you can order an antenna extension to
position the antenna for optimum signal.
The Ethernet cable connection
The Ethernet jack is a standard RJ-45 type.
Note: There are no activity LEDs on this jack
Factory default reset switch
This push button switch is used to reset the WiFi/Ethernet
settings to its factory default values. Push the switch button for
approximately 5 seconds to reset.
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WiFi Security
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WIFI SECURITY
By default the GEM’s WiFi Access Point (AP) is unsecured. This is equivalent to having a network router with no
password protection. Once the GEM has a connection to your network via WiFi or Ethernet cable, your network would
be open to anyone within WiFi range since the open AP is bridged to your network. This issue is resolved by enabling
WiFi security.
HOW TO SETUP SECURITY
Note: Although the following steps refer to using a personal computer
(PC), a Laptop, Tablet or Smart Phone may be used instead.
The GEM creates WiFi network called “GreenEye_xx” where ”xx”may
be any two characters. The goal is to connect to the GEM’s access point
(AP) with a PC. The steps are described below:
1. Make sure the WiFi antenna is installed on the GEM. Connect
the 5Vdc power supply to the GEM (Figure 4). After six seconds
the Communication LED will come on and glow AMBER
(orange). It is not required to have the PT (12Vac wall
transformer) plugged in at this point. If the PT is connected, the
“System” LED will glow GREEN otherwise it will be flashing RED.
2. Use the PC to search for a wireless network named
“GreenEye_xx” (where the two “xx” could be any two
characters). See Figure 5. If you have more than one
WiFi/Ethernet GEM operational, you will probably see more
than one “GreenEye_xx” network. If this is the case, unplug the
other GEM(s) until you’re done with the current GEM. Connect
to this WiFi network. Once you have established a connection
the Communication LED of the GEM will change from AMBER to
YELLOW. Your device is now connected to the GEM.
Figure 3
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Figure 5

WiFi Security
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3. Using your connected device, open a web browser and enter
the IP address “1.2.3.4” (you may need to use “http://1.2.3.4”).
You will be prompted for a Username and Pass Phrase. Use
“admin” for both. See Figure 6.
4. On the side menu (left), click “AP Interface Settings”. This will
open the “AP Interface Setting” (Figure 7). If you wish to
replace “GreenEye_xx” with a different SSID (1), you may
enter the new SSID in this field. The new SSID must not have
any spaces or special characters. In this example
“Sub_Panel_GEM” was used. This is the SSID that will be
displayed when you search for wireless networks. Click “Apply”
(2). Disregard the “Set Successfully” page (Figure 8). Click “AP
Settings” from the menu.
5. The screen on the right shows the “AP Interface Settings”
screen once again. Set the “Security Mode” to “WPA2-PSK” (1).
Set the “WPA Algorithm” (2) to “AES”. Enter a password (3).
Remember to obey the rules for password such as no spaces or
reserved characters. The password is also case sensitive. Click
“Apply”.
6. Click “Device Management” (Figure 10)from the menu (1).
Click “Restart” (2). The GEM will now save the changes and re-
boot the communication module. Wait approximately 30
seconds. If you modified your SSID search for the new SSID and
connect to it. Remember that you will now need to use the new
Pass Phrase.
The GEM now has a secure connection. BEWARE: Anytime the GEM’s WiFi Ethernet module is reset to the factory
default settings, the WiFi security will reset to unsecure!
Figure 6 Enter "admin" for User and Password
Figure 7
Figure 8
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Figure 10

Connection Method
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CONNECTION METHOD
Determine the connection method: WiFi or Ethernet cable. See diagram for each method (below).
WiFi Connection
Ethernet Cable Connection
Proceed to the chapter “WiFi Connection” OR “Ethernet Connection”, whichever method you will be using.
Figure 11 The GEM is connected via WiFi
Figure 12 The GEM is connected to the network
using an Ethernet cable

WiFi Connection
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WIFI CONNECTION
If you are connecting the GEM to the network using an Ethernet cable, skip this section and proceed to the “Ethernet
Connection” chapter.
Make sure you do not have an Ethernet cable connected when using WiFi connection. Having completed the Security
Setup, you should be connected to the GEM with your device (PC, Laptop, Tablet or Phone). If you are not connected,
search the SSID that you have given the GEM and connect to it.
WIFI CONNECTION BETWEEN GEM &NETWORK
1. Open a web browser and enter the IP address “1.2.3.4” (you
may need to use “http://1.2.3.4”). You will be prompted for a
Username and Password. Use “admin” for both. (Figure 13)
2. Refer to Figure 14. On the main page, select “STA Mode”(1)
then click “Apply” (2). You will be prompted to select the
“Device Management” page and to restart the module. DO
NOT DO THIS AT THIS TIME!
3. On the side menu (left), click “STA Interface Settings” (1).
This will open the “STA Interface Parameters” box (Figure 15).
Click “Search” (2). A “Site Survey” window (Figure 16) will
open displaying the WiFi network(s) in range. Find the
network you wish the GEM to connect to. Click the radio
button to the left of the desired network. Click “Select” at the
bottom of the site survey page. A box will open prompting
you to “Please Input Key!”. Click OK.
Figure 13
Figure 14
Figure 15
Figure 16 Site Survey

WiFi Connection
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4. Refer to Figure 17. Enter the “Pass Phrase”(1) which is the
password of the WiFi network you are connecting to. Set the
encryption to “AES” (2). Although “TKIP” is shown in the site
survey, TKIP does not function properly. Click “Apply”(3).
5. After clicking “Apply”, the window in Figure 18 will be
displayed. Click “Device Management”
6. The “Device Management” page is displayed in Figure 19. Click
“Restart” and proceed to the next step. Wait approximately 30
seconds for the module to save settings and reboot.
7. Connect your PC to the same network the GEM is now
connected to. Doing so will automatically disconnect your
device from the GEM AP. Once you have completed this, verify
that the “Communication LED” of the GEM is glowing YELLOW.
This indicates a successful WiFi connection between the GEM
and your network. If the LED is glowing AMBER, that would
indicate that the GEM has not connected to your WiFi network.
Skip over the next chapter (Ethernet Connection) and proceed to “Discover GEM’s IP Address” chapter.
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Figure 18
Figure 19
Figure 20

Ethernet Connection
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ETHERNET CONNECTION
Skip this chapter if you are using WiFi to connect the GEM to the network!
This section describes how to connect the GEM to the network using
an Ethernet connection instead of WiFi. (see Figure 21)
Do not attempt to connect to the network using Ethernet and WiFi at
the same time as this will cause strange behaviours.
Note: An Ethernet cable is not included in your kit because the
required length will vary based on the distance between the GEM and
your network router.
ETHERNET CONNECTION TO THE NETWORK
If the GEM’s WiFi/Ethernet module is set to its factory default values, connecting it to a router via Ethernet cable will
allow the router to detect the GEM and assign it an IP address on the network.
1. Plug an Ethernet cable between the RJ-45 jack on the GEM and your network router
2. Make sure the GEM is powered up. The communication LED should be orange
The GEM should now be connected to the network.
Proceed to the next chapter.
Figure 21 Ethenet cable connects the GEM to
the router