Diamond Digital A101 User manual

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Features
Contents
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Package contents ............................................................... 1-2
1.3 Features ............................................................................. 1-3
1.3.1 Top view ................................................................. 1-3
1.3.2 Bottom view ........................................................... 1-3
1.3.3 Rear view ............................................................... 1-4
1.4 LED indicators .................................................................... 1-4
1.5 Network setup .................................................................... 1-5
1.5.1 Ad-hoc network ...................................................... 1-5
1.5.2 Infrastructure network ............................................ 1-5
Chapter 2: Installation
2.1 System requirements ......................................................... 2-2
2.2 Installation procedures ....................................................... 2-2
2.2.1 Installing the device drivers and utilities................. 2-2
2.2.2 Installing the device ............................................... 2-3
2.3 Placement .......................................................................... 2-3
2.3.1 Wall mounting ........................................................ 2-4
Chapter 3: Software support
3.1 Control Centre .................................................................... 3-2
3.1.1 Control Centre icons .............................................. 3-2
3.1.2 Control Centre right-click menu ............................. 3-3
3.1.3 Control Centre left-click menu................................ 3-3

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Safeguards
Contents
3.2 Wireless Settings................................................................ 3-4
3.2.1 Status ..................................................................... 3-4
3.2.2 Configuration ......................................................... 3-7
3.2.3 Site Survey ............................................................ 3-9
3.2.4 About Wireless Settings ....................................... 3-10
3.2.5 Link State ............................................................. 3-10
3.2.6 Command icons ....................................................3-11
3.2.7 Other right-click options ........................................3-11
3.3 Mobile Manager................................................................ 3-13
3.3.1 The Main Menu .................................................... 3-15
3.3.2 Creating a new configuration ............................... 3-15
3.3.3 Editing a configuration ......................................... 3-19
3.4 Site Monitor ...................................................................... 3-23
3.4.1 Launching Site Monitor ........................................ 3-23
3.4.2 Site Monitor main window .................................... 3-23
3.4.3 Monitoring a connection ....................................... 3-24
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 4-2
Service Contacts ......................................................................... 4-5

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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need to install and configure
your A101 Wireless USB Adaptor.
How this guide is organised
This guide contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the physical features of the A101 Wireless USB
Adaptor. This section also presents the package contents, LED
indicators, and recommended network settings.
• Chapter 2: Hardware installation
This chapter provides information on how to install the A101 Wireless
USB Adaptor.
•Chapter 3: Configuration
This chapter provides information on the contents of the Driver CD.
• Chapter 4: Troubleshooting
This chapter contains a troubleshooting guide for solving common
problems you may encounter when using the A101 Wireless USB
Adaptor.
Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this guide.
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to
complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.

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A101 specification summary*
Standard IEEE 802.11g
Interface USB 2.0
Technology Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)
Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)
Data transfer rate 802.11g: 54Mbps with auto-fallback to 48, 36,
24, 18, 12, 9, and 6Mbps
802.11b: 11Mbps with auto-fallback to 5.5, 2,
and 1Mbps
Network types Supports Infrastructure and Ad-hoc networks
Frequency band 2.4 GHz ~ 2.5 GHz
Security 64-bit/128-bit configurable WEP & WPA encryption
Operating distance Indoors @ 11Mbps : 130 ft (40 m)
Indoors @ 54Mbps : 80 ft (25 m)
Outdoors @ 11Mbps LOS** : 1000 ft (310 m)
Outdoors @ 54Mbps LOS** : 200 ft (60 m)
Compatibility Compatible with IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g devices
Power requirement Powered USB port
Dimensions 86mm x 62mm x 17mm
Supported OS Windows
®
2000 (SP4)/XP (SP1)
Antenna Two internal 3D Inverted-F antennas
Mounting options Desktop or wall installation
Software support Control Center
Wireless Settings
Mobile Manager
Site Monitor
TroubleShooting
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
** Line-of-Sight
The A101 operating distance may be shorter if there are walls, barriers,
or interferences in the home layout or operating environment.

Chapter 1
This chapter describes the physical features
of the A101 Wireless USB Adaptor. This
part presents the package contents, LED
indicators, and recommended network
settings.
Product Introduction

1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for choosing the A101 Wireless USB Adaptor!
The A101 is an easy-to-install wireless LAN adaptor. Conforming to the
IEEE 802.11g standard for wireless local area networks (WLAN), the A101
is capable of up to 54Mbps data transmission rate using the Direct
Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) and the Orthogonal Frequency
Division Multiplexing technologies.
The A101 also comes with the latest wireless technology to keep you
ahead in the world of wireless computing.
1.2 Package contents
Check the following items are in your A101 Wireless USB Adaptor
package. Contact your retailer if any item is damaged or missing.
Diamond Digital USB Wireless LAN Adaptor (A101)
USB cable
Driver CD
Quick Start Guide
Unless otherwise specified, the term “device” in this User Guide refers
to the A101 Wireless USB Adaptor.

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1.3 Features
1.3.1 Top view
LEDs: The A101 Wireless USB
Adaptor comes with three LED
indicators. Refer to section 1.4
“LED indicators” for details.
1.3.2 Bottom view
Mounting hole: Use the mounting
hole to install the device on
concrete or wooden surfaces
using a roundhead screw.
Air vents: These vents provide ideal
ventilation to the device.
LEDs
Mounting
hole
Air vents

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1.4 LED
Indicators
The device comes with Power,
Activity, and Link LED indicators.
Refer to the table below for LED
indications.
1.3.3 Rear view
USB port. This USB port connects
the device to a computer via the
supplied USB cable.
USB port
LED Status Indication
Power On The adaptor is receiving power from the USB port.
Off The adaptor is not receiving power from the USB port.
The USB cable may be disconnected or the computer is off.
Activity Blinking The adaptor is transmitting or receiving data packets.
Link On The adaptor is linked to a wireless network.
Blinking The adaptor is searching for a wireless network to connect to.

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1.5 Network setup
The A101 Wireless USB Adaptor may be used in both Ad-hoc and
Infrastructure network types. The following sections decribe the device
functions in these network types.
1.5.1 Ad-hoc network
In an Ad-hoc network type, the device connects to another wireless LAN
adaptor in a wireless network. No access point (AP) is present in this
wireless environment.
1.5.2 Infrastructure network
In an Infrastructure network, the wireless network is centered on an
access point (AP) that provides a central link for wireless clients to
communicate with each other or with a wired network.
INTERNET
ADSL Modem Access Point
Determine your network settings before installing the device to make
all its features available. The following network settings are
recommended.

Chapter 2
This chapter provides information on
how to install the A101 Wireless USB
Adaptor.
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Installation

2-2 Chapter 2: Installation
2.1 System requirements
Before installing the A101 Wireless USB Adaptor, make sure that your
system meets the following requirements:
• Intel
®
Pentium
®
4 or AMD K7/K8 system
• Minimum 64MB system memory
• Windows
®
2000 (SP4)/XP (SP1) operating system
• Optical drive (for software installation)
• An available USB port (USB 2.0 recommended)
2.2.1 Installing the device drivers and utilities
To install the device driver
and utilities on your
computer:
1. Insert the Driver CD into
the optical drive.
2. Click “Install A101
Wireless USB Adaptor
Utilities/Driver” when
the installation window
appears.
3. Follow the prompts to
install the A101 drivers
and utilities, then restart the computer once installation is complete.
2.2 Installation procedures
Follow these instructions to install the A101 Wireless USB Adaptor in your
computer.
1. Install the device drivers and utilities from the Driver CD.
2. Connect the device to your computer.
You must install the A101 drivers and utilities before connecting the
device to your computer.
If Autorun is NOT enabled on your computer, browse the contents of
the Driver CD and double click the Setup.exe file to run the CD.

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2.2.2 Installing the device
To install the A101 Wireless USB Adaptor in your computer:
1. Connect one end of the USB
cable to the USB port of the
device.
2. Connect the other end of the
USB cable to the USB port of
your computer.
3. Windows
®
automatically detects
the device and displays the
Found New Hardware dialogue
box. Follow the on-screen
instructions to proceed.
4. After completing installation,
configure the A101 Wireless
USB Adaptor using the Wireless Settings utility. Refer to the next
chapter for details.
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2.3 Placement
Take note of the following before placing the device.
• Place the device on a flat, stable surface as far from the ground as
possible
• Keep the device away from metal obstructions and direct sunlight.
• Keep the device away from transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent
lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators and other industrial equipment to
prevent interference and signal loss.

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2.3.1 Wall mounting
Aside from desktop placement, you
may install the A101 Wireless USB
Adaptor vertically on a concrete or
wooden wall using the mounting
hook at the bottom of the device
and a mounting screw.
To mount the device on a concrete or wooden wall:
1. Locate the mounting hook on the bottom of the device.
2. Select an ideal location for the device following the considerations
mentioned previously.
3. Tighten a round head screw on the concrete or wooden wall until only
1/4” is showing.
4. Latch the device onto the screw.
Mounting hook
Adjust the screw if you cannot latch the device or if the screw is too
loose.

Chapter 3
This chapter provides information on
the software and utilities supplied on
the Driver CD
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3-2 Chapter 3: Software Support
3.1 Control Center
The Control Center utility is management software that launches
applications and configures network
settings. Clicking the A101 Control
Center on the desktop starts the
program and displays a Control
Center icon in the Windows
®
taskbar.
The Control Center icon serves as
an application launcher and indicator of signal quality and Internet
connection.
3.1.1 Control Center icons
The Control Center icon indicates the quality of link to the access point
and connection to the Internet. Refer to the table below for icon
indications.
Infrastructure network (Wireless USB adaptor to an access point)
Excellent link quality and Excellent link quality but not
connected to the Internet connected to the Internet
Good link quality and Good link quality but not
connected to the Internet connected to the Internet
Fair link quality and Fair link quality but not
connected to the Internet connected to the Internet
Poor link quality but Poor link quality and not
connected to the Internet connected to the Internet
Not linked but connected Not linked and not
to the Internet connected to the Internet
Ad-hoc network (Wireless USB adaptor to other Wi-Fi device)
Linked
Not Linked
Connected to the Internet

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3.1.2 Control Center right-click menu
Right-clicking the Control Center icon
displays the software and utilities for
the A101 Wireless USB Adaptor.
Refer to the following sections for
details on these utilities and software
programs.
3.1.3 Control Center left-click menu
Left-clicking the Control Center
icon displays the left-click menu.
Search & Connect – View
available wireless networks within
range.
Wireless Option – Sets your
Windows
®
XP wireless networking
environment. The Wireless Option
window appears when you select this
option. Select “Only use Diamond
Digital WLAN utilities and disable
Windows wireless function” to activate all A101 USB Wireless LAN
Adaptor features.
Click OK.

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3.2 Wireless
Settings
The Wireless Settings is the
main interface that allows you to
control the A101 Wireless USB
Adaptor. Use the Wireless
Settings to view the operational
and connection status, or to
modify the Wireless USB adaptor
configuration.
The Wireless Settings window is
composed of the property window
and tabbed property sheets. Click
the icons in the property window to display their tabbed property sheets.
3.2.1 Status
Status tab
The Status tab provides general
information on the wireless USB
adaptor.
Association State. This field
displays the connection status and
MAC address of the network device
the unit is connected to.
Service Set Identifier (SSID). This field displays the SSID of the network
to which the adaptor is associated or is intending to join. The SSID is a
group name shared by every member of a wireless network. Only client
PCs with the same SSID are allowed to establish a connection.
The MAC Address field displays the hardware address of the adaptor
connected to a network.
The Current Channel field displays the radio channel that the adaptor is
currently tuned to. The channel changes as the Wireless USB adaptor
scans the available channels.
The Current Data Rate field displays the data transfer rate between the
Wireless LAN adaptor and the access point.