ESTeem MODEL 192E User manual

ESTeem MODEL 192E
USER’S MANUAL
Manual Revision 1.3
March 2004
Electronic Systems Technology, Inc.

ESTeem MODEL 192E
USER’S MANUAL
Manual Revision 1.3
Firmware Version 220.17 and above
March 2004
Prepared by: Date:
Name: Eric P. Marske
Title: Manager Customer Support
Approved by: Date:
Name: Tom L. Kirchner
Title: President

COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
This manual and the firmware described in it are copyrighted by EST, with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual or the
firmware internal to the ESTeem unit may not be copied, in whole or part, without the written consent of EST. Under the law, copying
includes translating into another language.
Electronic Systems Technology (EST) cannot guarantee that you will receive notice of a revision to the firmware described in the manual,
even if you have returned a registration/warranty card received with the product. You should periodically check with your authorized EST
dealer or call factory direct.
EST and the EST logo are registered trademarks of Electronic Systems Technology, Inc. Simultaneously published in the United States
and Canada. All rights reserved.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Electronic Systems Technology, Inc., (hereinafter EST) expressly warrants its products as free of manufacturing defects for a period of one
year from the date of sale to first user/customer.
THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AND THERE IS EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED ALL WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NO OTHER WARRANTY GIVEN BY ANY EMPLOYEE, AGENT,
DISTRIBUTOR OR OTHER PERSON WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT SHALL BE BINDING ON EST.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY:
EST's liability shall be limited to refunding of purchase price, repair or replacement of product.
IN NO EVENT SHALL EST HAVE LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES
CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY INTERRUPTION OF SERVICES,
LOSS OF BUSINESS OR ANTICIPATORY PROFITS. IN NO EVENT SHALL EST BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER IN
EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT.
In the event that a unit or part requires replacement or factory servicing, the following conditions apply:
a) Customer must obtain from EST an authorized RMA (Return Materials Authorization) number (call 509-735-9092 Customer Support)
before shipment of product or parts to EST for any reason;
b) If the whole unit is shipped, it must be in its original carton and shipping components, or a carton and shipping components supplied
by EST, or if parts only are shipped, they must be packaged and cushioned so as to prevent damage in transit and shipped freight
prepaid;
PRODUCT WILL BE CONSIDERED OUT OF WARRANTY IF:
a) If the product is damaged due to improper or abnormal use, abuse, mishandling, accident or improper maintenance or failure to
follow operating instruction;
b) If the product is defective as a result of sand, dirt, or water damage;
c) If any factory-sealed enclosure has been opened or shows evidence of an attempt to be opened;
d) If defects or damage are caused by the use of unauthorized parts or unauthorized service;
e) If the product has had its serial numbers altered or removed.
Warranty repair form must be accompanied by proof of user's purchase of unit. Product must be shipped to the manufacturer at the
following address:
Electronic Systems Technology
415 North Quay Street
Kennewick, Washington USA 99336
ADDITIONAL SERVICE:
If EST releases an improvement update to firmware internal to the ESTeem unit during the 90 day period after the unit was purchased by the
first user/customer, EST will update the applicable unit with the revised version at no charge other than for UPS handling and shipping to and
from your location to the EST factory. Return of any such item must be accompanied with proof of purchase.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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CHAPTER 1 – INTRODUCTION
Model 192E Overview --------------------------------------------- 1-1
Model 192E Configuration Modes --------------------------------------------- 1-1
CHAPTER 2 – CONFIGURATION DIAGRAMS
Model 192E Access Point Configuration Diagrams --------------------------------------------- 2-1
Figure 1: Access Point Diagram --------------------------------------------- 2-1
Figure 2: Multiple Access Point Diagram --------------------------------------------- 2-1
Model 192E Access Point Repeater Configuration Diagrams --------------------------------------------- 2-2
Figure 3: Access Point Diagram with Repeater --------------------------------------------- 2-2
Figure 4: Access Point Multiple Repeater Diagram --------------------------------------------- 2-2
Figure 5: Access Point Multiple Repeater Diagram --------------------------------------------- 2-3
Model 192E Bridge Configuration Diagrams --------------------------------------------- 2-4
Figure 6: Point to Point Bridge Diagram --------------------------------------------- 2-4
Figure 7: Point to Multi-Point Bridge Diagram --------------------------------------------- 2-4
Figure 8: Point to Point Bridge with Repeater Diagram --------------------------------------------- 2-5
Figure 9: Point to Multi-Point Bridge with Repeater Diagram --------------------------------------------- 2-5
Figure 10: Point to Multi-Point Bridge Diagram --------------------------------------------- 2-6
Figure 11: Point to Multi-Bridge with Repeater Diagram --------------------------------------------- 2-6
CHAPTER 3 – STARTING OUT
Model 192E Hardware Layout --------------------------------------------- 3-1
Figure 1: Hardware Layout Diagram --------------------------------------------- 3-1
Model 192E ESTeem Configuration --------------------------------------------- 3-2
Figure 2: Front Panel Description --------------------------------------------- 3-2
Figure 3: RS-232 Port Boot-Up Screen --------------------------------------------- 3-3
Figure 4: RS-232 Port Log-in Screen --------------------------------------------- 3-3
Figure 5: RS-232 Main Menu Screen --------------------------------------------- 3-4
Figure 6: RS-232 Ethonly Screen --------------------------------------------- 3-5
CHAPTER 4 – ESTeem WEB PAGE
Hardware Setup --------------------------------------------- 4-1
Figure 1: Hardware Setup Using LAN Ethernet Connection --------------------------------------------- 4-1
Figure 2: Hardware Setup Direct to Computer --------------------------------------------- 4-1
Logging on to the ESTeem Web Page
Figure 3: ESTeem Web Page Log-on Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-2
Figure 4: Ethernet Only Status Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-2
Status Menu Screens --------------------------------------------- 4-3
Figure 5: Access Point Status Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-3
Figure 6: Access Point Repeater Status Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-3

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CHAPTER 4 – ESTeem WEB PAGE
Status Menu Screens (Cont)
Figure 7: Master Bridge Status Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-4
Figure 8: Client Bridge Status Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-4
Hardware Settings Screens --------------------------------------------- 4-5
Figure 9: Access Point Hardware Settings Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-5
Figure 10: Access Point Repeater Hardware Settings Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-5
Figure 11: Master Bridge Hardware Settings Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-6
Figure 12: Client Bridge Hardware Settings Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-6
Mode Setup Screens --------------------------------------------- 4-7
Figure 13: Ethernet Only Setup Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-7
Figure 14: Access Point Mode Setup Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-7
Figure 15: Access Point Repeater Mode Setup Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-8
Figure 16: Master Bridge Mode Setup Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-8
Figure 17: Client Bridge Mode Setup Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-9
Figure 18: EtherStation Mode Setup Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-9
Additional Settings Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-10
Auto Refresh – Status Page --------------------------------------------- 4-10
RTS Threshold --------------------------------------------- 4-10
Setting Radio Power --------------------------------------------- 4-11
Transceiver Configuration --------------------------------------------- 4-11
WEP Key Settings Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-12
Access Control List (ACL) --------------------------------------------- 4-12
Diagnostics Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-13
Copyrights Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-14
Load Factory Defaults Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-14
Apply Changes Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-15
Discard Changes Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-15
Reboot Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-16
Change Password Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-16
Software Update Procedure --------------------------------------------- 4-17
Run Script Screen --------------------------------------------- 4-19

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CHAPTER 5 – ACCESS POINT REPEATER MODE
Auto Routing --------------------------------------------- 5-1
Auto-Routing Process --------------------------------------------- 5-1
Root Bridge --------------------------------------------- 5-2
Using ACL In Network Design --------------------------------------------- 5-2
Redundant Backup --------------------------------------------- 5-3
CHAPTER 6 – PROGRAMMING EXAMPLES
Programming the ESTeem as an Access Point --------------------------------------------- 6-1
Programming the ESTeem as an Access Point Repeater --------------------------------------------- 6-4
Programming a Pair of ESTeems as a Point to Point Bridge --------------------------------------------- 6-7
Programming the ESTeem as an Etherstation --------------------------------------------- 6-11
CHAPTER 7 – ANTENNA SETUPS
Antenna and Cable Configurations --------------------------------------------- 7-1
Coaxial Cables --------------------------------------------- 7-1
Weather Proofing Coax Connections --------------------------------------------- 7-2
Grounding --------------------------------------------- 7-3
Lightning Arrestors --------------------------------------------- 7-3
Measuring Standing Waves (SWR) --------------------------------------------- 7-3
Antenna Setup Diagrams 7-4
Model 192E Outdoor Fixed Base Hardware Diagram --------------------------------------------- 7-4
Model 192E Outdoor Fixed Base Hardware Diagram w/o
Lightning Protection --------------------------------------------- 7-5
Model 192E Indoor Hardware Diagram --------------------------------------------- 7-6
Model 192E Mobile Hardware Diagram --------------------------------------------- 7-7
Model 192E Outdoor Field Hardware Diagram --------------------------------------------- 7-8
Redundant Backup Diagram --------------------------------------------- 7-9
Fresnel Zone Technical Bulletin --------------------------------------------- 7-10
APPENDIX A – FCC INFORMATION
APPENDIX B – SPECIFICATIONS

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APPENDIX C – INTERFACE PORTS
APPENDIX D – RADIO CONFIGURATION
APPENDIX E – SECURITY
APPENDIX F – TROUBLESHOOTING

CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
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MODEL 192E OVERVIEW
The ESTeem Model 192E is a IEEE 802.11b
compatible wireless LAN transceiver that
can used to build a Wireless Local Area
Network (WLAN) for line-of-sight
distances to 7 miles for fixed base and
mobile applications. The IEEE 802.11
WLAN was designed to look and feel like
any IEEE 802 wired LAN. The Model 192E
can be configured as a wireless Access
Point to a LAN, Access Point Repeater,
EtherStation Mode (Mobile Client to an
Access Point), or Bridge between wired
LAN’s or Ethernet devices.
MODEL 192E CONFIGURATION
MODES
The Model 192E can be configured for
four modes without any changes to the hardware:
1. Access Point Mode. When the Model 192E is configured as an Access point it will provide a wireless gateway from a
hardwired Local Area Network (LAN) to laptops, office computers, Personal Digital Assistants (PDA’s), video cameras,
PLC’s, etc. that have integral or external 802.11b wireless devices. All Access Points must be physically connected to the
same network (LAN) to provide seamless Ethernet communication for mobile devices.
2. Access Point Repeater Mode. The Access Point Repeater is a unique enhancement of the 802.11b Access Point mode
available only in the ESTeem Model 192E. With this feature, The Model 192E Access Points do not have to be hardwired
together on the same physical LAN to provide seamless Ethernet communication for 802.11b devices, but instead
automatically associate with other Model
192Es programmed with the same
configuration (i.e. SSID, Frequency, WEP,
etc.) for routing message traffic over the
wireless Ethernet network. If there are
multiple routes to a destination, this
feature will create a “self-healing” network
by automatically re-routing data through
an alternate path to reach its destination if
the primary path is inoperable. When
programmed in the Access Point Repeater
mode the Model 192Es will also bridge any
Ethernet network or Ethernet device
connected to the unit over this same
wireless Ethernet network. This mode
gives the user the features of a point to
multi-point bridge network but also allows
802.11b devices or the Model 192E in the
EtherStation mode to access the network.
See Figure 2.
Figure 1: Access Point Mode Diagram
Figure 2: Access Point Repeater Mode Diagram

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3. EtherStation Mode. This is a special feature of the Model 192E when used in an Access Point application. When the 192E
is configured in the EtherStation Mode and attached to an Ethernet Device, the Model 192E will emulate an 802.11b
PCMCIA wireless card in functionality for communication to an 802.11b Access Point. This mode can provide greatly
increased range over a Wireless LAN Card for mobile Ethernet devices such as vehicles, forklifts, cranes, etc. See Figures 1
and 2.
4. Bridging Mode. The Model 192E can be
used to bridge LAN’s and other devices
with an Ethernet port. In this mode the
ESTeem Model 192E will not accept
requests from 802.11b clients. The two
bridge modes available are Master
Bridge and Client Bridge modes. See
Figure 3.
To begin setup of your wireless Ethernet
network you must first select the type of
Model 192E configuration required. Chapter
2 will show hardware diagrams and the
respective program mode that each 192E
should be configured in for that application.
In each example the respective programming
mode for each Model 192E will be shown
under the ESTeem icon.After you have
designed your network, proceed with specific instructions in Chapters 3 & 4 on how to program the 192E for the mode of
operation needed, i.e. Access Point, EtherStation (Access Client), Master Bridge, or Client Bridge Modes.
All possible Ethernet network configurations can not be listed. If your application does not match any of the configurations in
Chapter 2, please consult with your network system administrator or contact EST Customer Support at 509-735-9092.
Figure 3: Point to Multi-Point Ethernet Bridge Diagram

CHAPTER 2
CONFIGURATION DIAGRAMS
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MODEL 192E ACCESS POINT CONFIGURATION DIAGRAMS
Figure 2: Multiple Access Point Diagram
Figure 1: Access Point Diagram

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MODEL 192E ACCESS POINT REPEATER CONFIGURATION DIAGRAMS
Figure 3: Access Point Diagram with Repeater
Figure 4: Access Point Multiple Repeater Diagram

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Figure 5: Access Point Multiple Repeater Diagram

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MODEL 192E BRIDGE CONFIGURATION DIAGRAMS
Figure 6: Point to Point Bridge Diagram
Figure 7: Point to Multi-Point Bridge Diagram

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CONFIGURATION DIAGRAMS
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Figure 8: Point to Point Bridge with Repeater Diagram
Figure 9: Point to Multi-Point Bridge with Repeater Diagram

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Figure 10: Point to Multi-Point Bridge Diagram
Figure 11: Point to Multi-Point Bridge with Repeater Diagram

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STARTING OUT
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Section 3 of the User’s Manual will show basic configuration of the system using the RS-232 port to allow further programming
using the ESTeem Web Page shown in Chapter 4.
When powering up the ESTeem for the first time you must use the ESTeem RS-232C Configuration Menu to setup the basic
operating parameters such as assigning the ESTeem an IP Address, IP Net Mask, Gateway IP Address, Domain Name, and
DNS IP Address. Once the IP address is configured you can communicate to the ESTeem through your web browser.
Any terminal emulation program can be used for this configuration of the ESTeem. Most Windows users will probably use
Hyper Terminal. Configure your RS-232C port for a Baud Rate to 38,400, Data Bits to 8, Parity to None, Stop Bits to 1 and
Handshaking to None. Once your ESTeem has an IP address, can attach the ESTeem to your network and use the Web Server
for further programming.
MODEL 192E HARDWARE LAYOUT
Locate the items contained in Figure 1 for initial configuration of the ESTeem Model 192E. Take a few minutes to inventory your
equipment before you proceed. Report any missing or damaged items to Customer Support (509-735-9092) as soon as possible.
Notes:
•There is no Power On/Off switch on the Model 192E.
•One word of caution please attached an antenna to the Model 192E before power up.
RS-232C
Programming Cable
(EST P/N AA062)
12 VDC Power Supply
(EST P/N AA174)
2 Pin Molex
Connector
ESTeem Model 192E
Rubber Duck Antenna
(EST P/N AA01S)
Your ESTeem hardware many
have antennas other then the
AA01S in Figure 1, but you must
have an antenna connected to the
antenna port before applying
power to the unit.
Figure 1: Model 192E Hardware Layout Diagram

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MODEL 192E ESTeem CONFIGURATION
The following steps should be completed before any modifications are made to the network operating parameters for the
ESTeem Model 192E.
1. Connect the antenna to the antenna connector on the ESTeem Model 192E (Figure 2).
2. When powering up the ESTeem for the first time you must use the ESTeem RS-232C Configuration Menu to setup the basic
operating parameters such as assigning the IP Address, IP Net Mask, Gateway IP Address, Domain Name, and DNS IP
Address.
3. Connect the serial cable (EST P/N: AA062) between the RS-232 connector on the ESTeem to the serial port on the computer.
4. Any terminal emulation program can be used for the configuration of the ESTeem. Most Windows users use Hyper
Terminal. Configure your RS-232C port for a Baud Rate to 38,400, Data Bits to 8, Parity to None, Stop Bits to 1 and
Handshaking to None. For information on the Model 192E RS-232 Port see Appendix C.
5. Plug the ESTeem Model AA174 power supply into a wall socket and connect the Molex power connector to the ESTeem.
The power light (PWR) on the front of the ESTeem should be illuminated.
6. If your computer is configured properly, you will see the ESTeem Model 192E booting sequence on your Terminal Emulation
program. See Figure 3.
Once the ESTeem boot sequence is complete (approximately 1 minute) you will receive this message:
“Please press Enter to active this console.”
If you don’t see this message press the Reset button on the front panel of the ESTeem and/or check the programming of
your RS-232 port.
Antenna Connector
(TNC-R)
12 VDC Input
Power Connector
(2 Pin Molex)
Reset Switch
RS-232
Programming Port
(9 PinDB Connector)
RJ-45 10BaseT
Ethernet Port
Power LED
Transmit LED
Receive LED T/E LED
T/E
Figure 2: Model 192E Front Panel Description
Notes:
•Configure the Model
192E prior to
mounting.
•Some of the following
steps, such as
connecting the serial
cable, are easier to
perform if the
ESTeem is accessible.
•Please attach an
antenna to the Model
192E before power up.
•There is no Power
On/Off switch on the
Model 192E.

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7. Press the Enter key and you will be at the Configuration Menu login prompt 192E login. See Figure 4.
Figure 3: RS-232 Port Boot-Up Screen
Figure 4: RS-232 Port Log-in Screen

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8. To enter the Model 192E Main Menu you will need to log into the system with a login name and password.
9. If this is not the first time configuration of the ESTeem, see your network systems administrator for the password.
10. At the 192E login prompt type adminfor the login name and press the Enter key (<Enter>). The login name is defined at the
factory and is not changeable by the user. Note that all characters are lower case.
11. If this is the first time the ESTeem has been programmed or the login was not changed from the factory default values, the
factory default password is alsoadmin. Enter admin for the password and press the Enter key (<Enter>). Note: All
characters are lower case.
12. The ESTeem Configuration Menu (Figure 5) will now be displayed.
13. Enter 5 for ETHONLY (this stands for Ethernet only configuration mode. You will see the screen in Figure 6. Programthe
basic operating parameters such as assigning the ESTeem an IP Address, IP Net Mask, Gateway IP Address, Domain Name,
or DNS IP Address. When you have completed entering the basic operating parameters as required for your application,
answer Yes, to save your changes to flash memory.
14. After the basic parameters have been entered into the ESTeem and the changes saved to flash memory you can use the
higher level programming features in the ESTeem Web Page to configure the unit for your application. To use the ESTeem
Web Page proceed to Chapter 4.
Figure 5: RS-232 Main Menu

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Figure 6: Ethonly Screen