Clarinet Systems EtherUSB User manual

User Manual
EtherUSB™
USB Ethernet Access Point for PDA
V 2.0
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Publication Revision No. Control Table
Rev. No. Date Contents
2.0 05/14/2008
1. Removed Information that no longer apply.
2. Updated copyright information.
3. Updated the EtherUSB AdminTool to reflect latest
changes.
4. Updated EA104 pictures.
1.9 03/18/2008 Support multiple WM 6.0 devices.
1.6 08/22/2007 Support connection of multiple WM5.0 devices
1.5 06/18/2007 Support four Ethernet ports
1.0 01/16/2007
Copyright
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Clarinet Systems, Inc., 48834 Kato Rd. Suite 101A, Fremont, CA 94538
Clarinet Systems and EtherUSB are trademarks of Clarinet Systems, Inc.
All other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners.
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Table of Contents
1PRODUCT OVERVIEW...............................................................................................................................................................4
2HARDWARE INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................................................6
2.1 STATUS LED, PORT, AND BUTTON OF EA104 MAIN UNIT...................................................................................................................6
2.1.1 External Status LED ...............................................................................................................................................................6
2.1.2 Ports .......................................................................................................................................................................................6
2.2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION...............................................................................................................................................................7
3CONFIGURATION.......................................................................................................................................................................8
3.1 PDA SUPPORT................................................................................................................................................................................8
3.2 ETHERUSB WEB-BASED ADMINISTRATION TOOL (ADMINTOOL).........................................................................................................8
3.3 ACCESS ADMINTOOL AND CHANGE EA104 INITIAL VALUES................................................................................................................8
4SPECIFICATIONS AND PROVISIONS.......................................................................................................................................9
4.1 DIMENSIONS ...................................................................................................................................................................................9
4.2 ENVIRONMENT SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................................................................................................9
4.3 AC ADAPTER SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................................................................................................9
4.4 SAFETY AND EMI CERTIFICATE ........................................................................................................................................................9
5FUNCTIONS AND COMPATIBILITY ........................................................................................................................................10
5.1 PROTOCOLS..................................................................................................................................................................................10
5.1.1 Communications protocols ..................................................................................................................................................10
5.1.2 Network protocols................................................................................................................................................................10
5.1.3 Network connection side......................................................................................................................................................10
5.1.4 PDA connection side..........................................................................................................................................................10
5.1.5 PDA Compatibility................................................................................................................................................................10
5.1.6 Communications Procedures................................................................................................................................................10
5.2 EA104 FIRMWARE VERSION .........................................................................................................................................................10
APPENDIX A – QUICK START GUIDE...............................................................................................................................................11
APPENDIX B – CE5.0, CE.NET 4.1/4.2, AND PPC 2003/2003SE PDA.............................................................................................15
B.1 INSTALLATION ON THE PDA...........................................................................................................................................................15
B.2 COMMUNICATIONS WITH THE SERVER............................................................................................................................................15
B.3 ACCESS INTERNET........................................................................................................................................................................15
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1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The EtherUSB™EA104 is a USB Ethernet Access Point for connecting PDA and PDA
phone using Pocket PC 2003/2003SE operating systems (OS), CE5.0, CE.NET4.1/4.2
and Windows Mobile 5.0 and Windows Mobile 6.0 to an Ethernet network. Connection
is established using a PDA USB cradle or with USB cables via the PDA USB port
to10/100 Base-T Ethernet network. EA104 belongs to EtherUSB™ product line.
EA104 is equipped with 4 USB host ports and four 10/100 Base-T ports, one for uplink
to the Ethernet network and three for optional connection of PC or computing devices.
EA104 provides TCP/IP-based network connectivity for up to 4 PDA devices
simultaneously using a PDA USB cradle or USB cables and the server side 10/100
Base-T network.
To get started immediately, please refer to Appendix A – Quick Start Guide.
Each connected PDA can perform server synchronization, Internet browsing, and file
transfer. This solution provides an alternative network connection other than WiFi, while
offering higher security and reliability standards. It works perfectly for the mobile users,
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field application personnel, and any environment that requires a high level of security
and reliability. 500mA power provided to each USB port enables recharging of PDAs
while connected.
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2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Please confirm the following items have been included in the shipping box with the main
product.
1. EA104 main unit
2. 180cm (6’) Ethernet cable
3. 5VDC/3A power adapter, 2.1x5.5mm plug, center positive polarity
4. A paper notice that indicates the website from which to download the EA104
Users Manual (this manual), Data Sheet and about WM5.0 and WM6.0 device
connection.
2.1 Status LED, port, and button of EA104 main unit
2.1.1 External Status LED
Signal Name Status
Power Solid after power-on which indicates unit ready for operation
Slow blink during operation
Fast blink if power-on self test fails – bad unit
Ethernet Glows green indicates a link has been established with another device
Flashing indicates Ethernet activities from itself or others
USB Glows green if a USB connection has been made
Fast flashing - (Important: don’t unplug USB connector during this
period which lasts 4~40 seconds.)
2.1.2 Ports
1. Four Ethernet RJ45 and four USB female connectors.
2. One DC power connector.
3. One Reset button: press and hold the Reset Button for 8 seconds or longer, to
reset EA104 to factory default and then reboot.
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2.2 Hardware Installation
1. Connect the Ethernet cable to the EA104 Ethernet uplink (WAN) and the other
end to Ethernet switch/hub*.
2. Connect PDA to the EA104 USB port**.
3. Connect the power adapter to rear socket of the EA104, then into the wall outlet.
If power is present, the EA104 will proceed with normal power on sequence - self
test and boot up sequence within 25 seconds; once the Power LED is solid in
color on the front panel, the unit is ready.
• If the unit has a problem, the power LED will flash quickly.
• If the network connection has a Link, the Ethernet LED will blink green.
• If USB devices are connected & recognized by the EA104, the
corresponding LED will illuminate on the front panel.
To shut down the EA104, disconnect the AC power adapter. Do not shut down the
EA104 when there is a PDA performing data communications since this may
cause data to be lost.
Notes:
* In a non-DHCP environment, the system administrator must set up an enclosed
DHCP network by accessing the EA104 configuration using the browser-based
AdminTool.
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3 CONFIGURATION
3.1 PDA support
The EA104 currently supports PDAs running PPC 2003, CE/Net 4.1 & 4.2, CE5.0 and
Windows Mobile 5.0 and 6.0.
3.2 EtherUSB web-based Administration Tool (AdminTool)
The EtherUSB web-based AdminTool can be accessed via Internet Explorer browsers.
This tool provides the following functions:
• Use static IP or DHCP for EtherUSB
• Setup IP address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, WINS and DNS information when
using static IP.
• Setup network identification such as device name and domain name for the
EtherUSB
• Change password
• Review reports of critical changes
• Update firmware
3.3 Access AdminTool and change EA104 initial values
Please refer to EtherUSB Admin Tool User Manual for information on access and
modify EA104 configuration.
Factory default can be restored by pushing the Reset Button for 8 seconds or longer.
The Default Factory Setting is as follow:
Device Name: <Serial Number>
Domain Name:
IP Mode: DHCP
User ID: Admin
Password: Password
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4 SPECIFICATIONS AND PROVISIONS
4.1 Dimensions
• Dimensions (L x W x H in mm): 152 x 88 x 25; (in inch) 6” x 3.5” x 1”
• Weight: 0.5Kg (Hub and AC adapter); 18 oz
4.2 Environment Specifications
• Operating temperature: 0℃~ 40℃
• Humidity: 10% ~90% RH (Non-condensing)
• Storage temperature: -20℃~ 90℃
4.3 AC Adapter Specifications
• Input voltage & current: 5 VDC & 3 Amp, 2.1x5.5mm plug, center positive polarity
• Plug: 2.1x5.5mm, center positive polarity
• Regulation: UL and <PS>E for Japanese version only
4.4 Safety and EMI certificate
• CE and FCC – B
• VCCI (application in process)
Note: Please check the Data Sheet on www.clarinetsys.com for updated product information.
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5 FUNCTIONS AND COMPATIBILITY
5.1 Protocols
5.1.1 Communications protocols
• HTTP
5.1.2 Network protocols
• TCP/IP, DHCP, WINS, DNS
5.1.3 Network connection side
• IP Address: Acquired from DHCP server or manually set
• Applicable Standards： IEEE802.3 (10BASE-T), IEEE802.3u (100BASE-TX),
10/100Mbps (auto negotiation)
5.1.4 PDA connection side
• IP Address: WM5.0 and 6.0 uses DTPT, PPC2003 and earlier uses DHCP provided by
EA104.
• Data transmission speed: Max 12M (USB1.1 is currently enabled although USB2.0
capable)
5.1.5 PDA Compatibility
• CE5.0; Pocket PC 2003/2003SE, Windows CE.NET4.1/4.2, and Windows Mobile 5.0
and 6.0 PDA and PDA phone.
5.1.6 Communications Procedures
• EtherUSB will be recognized as an Access Point on the network
• Once the PDA is connected, the PDA will be recognized as a network terminal
• All configurations are done via HTTP using a browser on PC
5.2 EA104 Firmware version
• For the current Firmware Version, please check http://www.clarinetsys.com
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APPENDIX A – QUICK START GUIDE
This guide shows you how to quickly connect the EA-104 to your network and to PDA devices with CE5.0,
PPC2003, Windows CE.NET4.1/4.2, and Windows Mobile 5.0 and 6.0 OS.
Included in this box are:
• EA-104 USB server
• Power Adapter
• Ethernet cable
Before you start ensure that:
1. You have at least one computer and a network
2. You have TCP/IP networking properly configured on your computer. Please refer to Windows help
for more information.
3. You have an Ethernet network and a spare port available on your Ethernet switch
4. You have a PDA device with a USB interface connected to the available network
Once you have all of this in place move to Step 1 below.
A.1. Connections
Connect the Ethernet cable into the 10/100 uplink port (WAN) on the rear of the EA104. Connect the
Ethernet cable into your switch or hub. Connect the power cord to the back of the unit and plug the
power supply into the wall socket or AC power source. The power LED should blink slowly on the front of
the unit - there is no on/off switch. The Network LED should now light on the front of the unit if the link is
established.
The EA104 default mode is DHCP. In a DHCP network environment EA104 will obtain one IP address
from the DHCP server after power-on. In a non-DHCP environment, the system administrator must set up
an enclosed DHCP network by accessing the EA104 configuration using the browser-based AdminTool
as described later in this guide. The power-on process takes about 25 seconds. The EA104 can be reset
to factory settings by pushing and holding the Reset Button for eight seconds or longer.
.
A.2. PDA connections
Now connect your USB PDA devices to the available USB ports on the back of the unit.
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EA104 has four USB host ports that simultaneously connect up to four PDAs through their USB ports to
an Ethernet network. Each connected PDA can perform server synchronization, Internet browsing, and
file transfer.
A.3. Clarinet Systems DevFinder (optional)
Download “Clarinet Systems DevFinder” from http://www.clarinetsys.com and launch the DevFinder
application to locate the EA104 device and find its IP address. Choose the Default Search range as
Broadcast, which is suitable for small networks. If your network is large, choosing Range Search to
define and limit the search range is preferable.
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A.4. Configuration (optional)
Now that EA104 is connected to your network and you know its IP address, open an Internet Explorer
browser window and enter the following into the URL area and then press enter. If the network contains
a WINS server, you may use the serial number of the EA104 in place of the IP address. That is
http://<serial number>:9876/. For example: http://EA4000100:9876.
http://<IP address>:9876/ For example: http://192.168.101.91:9876/
User name: admin
Password: password
You will be presented with a Login Screen. The default User name and Password are admin/password.
Click “OK” to continue. Once the correct username and password have been entered, you should see a
status screen like this.
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The status screen will display system information such as IP address and EtherUSB device identification.
Please refer to EtherUSB AdminTool User Manual for details.
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APPENDIX B – CE5.0, CE.NET 4.1/4.2, AND PPC 2003/2003SE PDA
B.1 Installation on the PDA
None
B.2 Communications with the Server
TCP/IP and UDP
B.3 Access Internet
Built-in browser on PDA
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