Clare Controls CC-EBR-500 Assembly instructions

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ClareHome Connects CC-EBR-500
Installation Sheet
Last modified: 09/28/16
Description
The CC-EBR-500 is a narrow band RF antenna for Universal
Remote Control RF controllers. It gives you the ability to install
multiple units for an extended operating range, ignoring
unneeded signals. The CC-EBR-500 devices can be used
together to create more coverage, if necessary.
Note: Models herein and their appearance are subject to
change without any prior notice.
Package contents
Remove and inventory all contents from the package.
 CC-EBR-500 (Ethernet)
 Power supply
Installation
WARNING: Please read all instructions before attempting to
install equipment. Failure to follow directions can cause bodily
injury and/or damage to equipment.
Connect the CC-EBR-500 as instructed below.
Note: If you have a PoE switch, use PoE to power the
CC-EBR-500 device. If you do not have PoE, you can use the
power supply included to power the device.
To connect the CC-EBR-500:
1. Connect one end of an RJ45 cable to the Ethernet port on
the back of the CC-EBR-500 device, and then attach the
other end to your ClareHome network. See Figure 1,
item 1.
2. If you did not connect the Ethernet cable to a PoE switch,
then connect the power supply unit to the power port on
the back of the CC-EBR-500. See Figure 1, item 2.
3. Ensure the lights on the device turn on. If none of the
lights turn on, there is no power.
Figure 1: CC-EBR-500 rear connections
(1) RJ45 (Ethernet) network cable.
(2) Power supply connection.
(3) Antenna connection (antenna not shown).
Set IP address to static
You must change the CC-EBR-500 device from DHCP to
static. After setting the IP address to static, ensure you record
this information and give this IP address to your system
programmer.
Notes
• When setting the CC-EBR-500 IP address from DHCP to
static, you must be on the same network as the switch to
which the CC-EBR-500 device is connected.
• You must use a Windows computer to run the EBRConfig
Tool to change the IP address to static.
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To change the device from DHCP to static:
1. Connect your Windows laptop to the same switch as the
CC-EBR-500 via RJ45, or use a wireless connection on
the same subnet as the switch.
2. From www.clarecontrols.com, download and run the
EBRConfig program.
3. Locate the IP address for the CC-EBR-500 device, which
will appear as “iTachIP2SL.” See Figure 2.
4. Copy this IP address and paste it in the URL of your web
browser, and then press Enter.
5. From the Configuration Pages menu, click Serial. See
Figure 3.
6. Ensure the baud rate is set to 9600 and all other Serial
information is correct. See Figure 3.
7. From the Configuration Pages menu, click Network.
8. From the Network Configuration screen, clear the “Enable
DHCP” checkbox. See Figure 4.
9. Change the IP address, as necessary, and record this new
static IP address for future use. See Figure 4.
10. Click Save.
Figure 2: Locate “iTachIP2SL” IP address in iHelp
Figure 3: Baud rate and serial information
Figure 4: Clear “Enable DHCP” checkbox and set IP Address to
static
Avoiding electromagnetic interference
To avoid electromagnetic interference, follow the
recommendations below to help minimize the amount of
interference you will receive with your RF receiver.
 Be aware of any EMI (Electromagnetic Interference)
devices in the area, such as computers, video equipment,
digital processors, lighting dimmers, any large AC source,
lighting ballasts, or motors.
 Ensure that you separate the RF receiver from the
identified EMI sources. Positioning the RF receiver too
close to any of these EMI devices may cause significant
RF noise.
 Do not place the RF receiver behind a television.
 Install the RF gateway in an open area or shelf with a
clear line of sight.
 Do not place the RF gateway at a low height, near walls,
metal objects, or metal enclosures.
 Avoid installing RF gateways in equipment racks or
electrical closets.
 If installing in a rack, mount the RF receiver on top of the
rack not inside the rack.
 Position the RF gateway horizontally with the antenna
parallel to the ground.
 Do not position the antenna downward.

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If you are still having interference issues, do the following to
troubleshoot the installation.
 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 Increase the separation between the equipment and the
RF receiver.
 Connect the device to an outlet/circuit that is different from
the outlet or circuit to which the RF receiver is connected.
Note: If you have a Wi-Spy device, use it when performing
your wireless site survey for a project. Wi-Spy devices can help
you to detect interference coming from 2.4 GHz cordless
phones, baby monitors, and microwaves.
Warranty information
Clare Controls offers a three (3) year limited warranty on
original Clare Controls components, from the date of
shipment from Clare Controls. To view complete limited
warranty details, including limitations and exclusions,
www.clarecontrols.com/warranty.
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warranty details.
Contact information
Clare Controls, LLC.
7519 Pennsylvania Ave, Suite 104
Sarasota, FL 34243
Support: 941.404.1072
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
www.clarecontrols.com