Icom SB-110 User manual

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
SETTING YOUR PC
SETTING SB-110
SETTING SCREEN
MAINTENANCE
FOR YOUR REFERENCE
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BEFORE INSTALLATION 1
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WIRELESS LAN BRIDGE
SB-110
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing Icom Wireless LAN
Bridge SB-110.
This product is a wireless LAN bridging device con-
necting LAN system of two or more buildings up to
11Mbps for 800m(0.5mile) wirelessly. Each LAN
system needs at least one unit of SB-110 for bridg-
ing. One single unit may work as a wireless LAN ac-
cess point alternatively. Please read this instruction
manual before using SB-110. We hope our products
serve you years of reliable operation.
Trademark Credits
Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trade-
marks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in the United states, the
United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and other
countries.
Macintosh and Mac-OS are registered trademarks of Apple
Computer, Inc., in the United States.
Netscape Navigator is a trademark of Netscape
Communications Corporation.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and other countries.
The screen shots that appear within this text are used with
permission of Microsoft Corporation.
Other product and company names mentioned herein are
the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
owners.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
◎Two or more SB-110s bridge LAN systems of buildings or rooms while eliminating
wiring between them. Single SB-110 unit works as access point for wireless LAN cli-
nents at alternative setting.
◎SB-110 can be easily configured with common web browser software.
◎Communication speed between SB-110s is automatically adjusted to 11Mbps,
5.5Mbps, 2Mbps or 1Mbps to maintain network connections if there is
interference(function applicable for bridging mode).
◎Data can be protected by high-level security function such as MAC address
registration, encryption with WEP function, etc.
◎JIS-4 water-resistant strong enclosure allows outdoor installations as well as indoor
applications.
◎This unit uses a waterproof resin casing, therefore installation outdoors is possible.
◎SB-110 uses direct sequence spread spectrum modulation which ensures stabilized
communication under infulence of noise and interference.
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FCC INFORMATION
SB-110
Tested to comply with
FCC standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Icom Inc. could
void the user’s authority to operate this SB-110.
Class B digital device users;
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
RF EXPOSURE SAFETY INFORMATION:
CAUTION: To comply with the FCC RF exposure requirements, this transmitter (built-in
antenna) must be fixed-mounted on permanent structures with a separation distance of
at least 8 inches (20cm) from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
For CANADA only
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
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NOTES ON HANDLING
◎If a connection cable is removed or the connection becomes unstable during an opera-
tion, an error may occur. Connect the connectors completely and do not touch the con-
nectors during an operation.
◎For the handling of PC and any peripheral devices, follow the instructions provided in
the manuals which come with the PC and other peripheral devices.
◎SB-110 may cause the signal interference when it is used in your house. When the in-
terference occurs, move SB-110 as far as possible away from the affected household
electric appliance.
◎The CD-ROM (excluding Acrobat Reader) which comes with SB-110 is for SB-110 only.
Do not use it for any other devices.
◎Icom Inc. is not responsible for any interference arisen by incorporating a configuration
file for SB-110 or a firmware update data file, which is available in our home page, into
any device other than SB-110. Moreover, Icom Inc. is not responsible for any interfer-
ence arisen by modifying or disassembling SB-110. Furthermore, Icom Inc. is not re-
sponsible for any damages, lost profits or third party's claim resulting from any missed
communication or telephone call due to SB-110's fault, error, malfunction, breakage,
data loss or any other external factor such as power failure.
◎All copyrights associated with this manual and all intellectual property rights associated
with the hardware and software of SB-110 are held by Icom Inc.
◎Unauthorized diversion of this manual, in part or in whole, is prohibited.
◎The content of this manual, the hardware and software associated with SB-110, and
the appearance of SB-110 are all subject to change without notice.
The following notational conventions are used in this manual:
•The names of utilities, menus, windows, tabs, icons, text boxes, and check boxes are
enclosed in square brackets ([ ]).
•The names of command buttons within dialog boxes are enclosed in less-than and
greater-than signs (< >).
*
The description of this manual is based the used of the firmware version 1.00 (see 6-6).
*Windows 98 SE represents the Windows 98 Second Edition.
Windows Me represents the Windows Millennium Edition.
*The contents of windows appearing in this manual may vary depending on the
operating system installed on your computer.
Notational Conventions
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CONTENTS OF STANDARD PACKAGE
■Checking Contents
of Package
This SB-110 package contains the components below.
Before using SB-110, check whether all of those
components are contained completely in the package.
If any of the components is not contained in the package, please
contact the shop or our service section.
CD-ROM
AC Adapter
Tapping Screws
A0 6 x 30
Hexagonal Head Bolts
M6 x 50
U Bolts Mast ClampsSB-110 Main Unit
(Cable length: 3m)
Wing Nuts
M6
Flat Washers
M6
S Washers
M6
Instruction Manual User Registration/
Warranty Card
■Optional Accessories
Adjustable Range:
MB-89: Elevation Angle Bracket
Upper 30/Lower 30 degrees
Left 30/Right 30 degrees
OPC-1135: Extension Cable (20 m)
OPC-1136: Extension Cable (50 m)
For the extension
of Ethernet cable
and power cable.
(As of October 2001)
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Contents
INTRODUCTION ────────────────────i
CONTENTS OF STANDARD PACKAGE ─────────v
■Checking Contents of Package ……………………………v
■Optional Accessories ………………………………………v
Contents ───────────────────────vi
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS(Be sure to read)───────viii
1. BEFORE INSTALLATION ──────────────1
1-1.Name and Function of Component ………………………2
1-2.Radio Communication Function …………………………3
1-3.Using in Building Communication Mode …………………3
1-4.Using in Access Point Mode ………………………………4
1-5.Using Roaming Function …………………………………5
1-6.Notes on Installation ………………………………………7
2. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION ─────────9
2-1.Installing on Mast …………………………………………10
2-2.Fixing on Wall ……………………………………………11
2-3.How to Connect……………………………………………12
2-4.Before Connecting Existing LAN ………………………13
3. SETTING YOUR PC ────────────────15
3-1.Connecting in Building Communication Mode …………16
3-2.Connecting through Wireless Access Point ……………22
3-3.Preparing WWW Browser ………………………………28
3-4.Checking IP Assigned Address …………………………29
4. SETTING SB-110──────────────────33
4-1.Turning on SB-110 and PC ………………………………34
4-2.Showing Setting Screen …………………………………35
4-3.Changing Wireless Communication Mode ……………36
4-4.Stopping DHCP Server …………………………………37
4-5.Changing IP Address Of SB-110 ………………………38
4-6.Changing Automatic Assignment Start IP Address ……39
5. SETTING SCREEN ─────────────────41
5-1 [Wireless LAN settings] Screen …………………………42
5-2 [Detail settings] Screen …………………………………45
5-3 [IP address] Screen ………………………………………53
5-4 [Routing function] Screen ………………………………59
5-5 [Administration] Screen …………………………………62
6. MAINTENANCE ──────────────────65
6-1 CD-ROM of SB-110 ………………………………………66
6-2 Restricting Access to Setting Screen……………………67
…………………………………………Continue to the next page.
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6-3 Checking or Saving Settings ……………………………68
6-4 Writing Saved Settings……………………………………69
6-5 Returning Setting to Default State ………………………70
6-6 Upgrading SB-110 ………………………………………74
6-7 When the unit fails ………………………………………77
7. FOR YOUR REFERENCE ──────────────79
7-1 Examples of Routing Setting ……………………………80
7-2 Setting Screen Overview …………………………………83
7-3 List of Initial Values of Setting Items ……………………84
7-4 List of Functions …………………………………………84
7-5 Rating ………………………………………………………85
7-6 Specifications for Ethernet Plug …………………………86
7-7 Glossary ……………………………………………………87
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
¡These precautions are intended to ensure that SB-110 is operated safely and cor-
rectly. Follow these instructions to avoid property damage and prevent personal
injury to yourself (user) or others in the vicinity.
¡Before reading the rest of this manual, read and understand the precautions
listed under [ RWarning ] and [ RCaution ] below.
¡After reading this manual, store it in a convenient place for future review.
Be sure to read these precautions in order to use SB-110 safely.
■SB-110
Failure to observe the precautions listed here could result in
death of or serious injury to the user or those near the user.
◎Do not touch SB-110 with moistened
hands.
Otherwise, you may get an electric shock.
◎Do not put any heavy thing on the
connecting cable or pinch it.
Otherwise, the cable may be damaged,
a it may catch fire, you may get an
electric shock and SB-110 may
become out of order.
◎
Do not machine, bend by force, twist,
pull or heat the connecting cable.
Otherwise, the cable may be damaged,
a it may catch fire, you may get an
electric shock and SB-110 may
become out of order.
◎SB-110 is adjusted fully. Do not
disassemble or remodel SB-110. Do
not repair SB-110 by yourself.
Otherwise, a it may catch fire, you may
get an electric shock and SB-110 may
become out of order.
◎Discontinue use immediately if SB-
110 emits smoke, an abnormal odor,
or an abnormal noise.
Otherwise, a it may catch fire, you may
get an electric shock and SB-110 may
become out of order. Remove the AC
adapter and all the cables from SB-110
immediately. Confirm the smoke disap-
pears and contact the shop or our ser-
vice section.
◎
Do not install SB-110 at an unsuitable
place where the structural strength is
insufficient.
Otherwise, SB-110 may drop and
become out of order due to vibration or
wind and people may be injured.
◎Do not install SB-110 at any crowded
area.
Otherwise, people may contact SB-110,
may fall to the ground or may be injured.
◎Do not install SB-110 near the power
line or distribution line.
Otherwise, SB-110 cable may contact
the power line or distribution line, may
be short-circuited or heated. Moreover,
people may get an electric shock or a it
may catch fire.
◎Do not touch SB-110, antenna cable
or power cable when it thunders.
Otherwise, you may get an electric shock.
◎Use the specified articles and
accessories only.
Otherwise, a it may catch fire, you may
get an electric shock and SB-110 may
become out of order.
◎Be sure to connect the power supply
to the DC connector only.
Otherwise, a it may catch fire, you may
get an electric shock and SB-110 may
become out of order.
R
Warning
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Caution
Failure to observe the precautions listed here could result in
personal injury or property damage.
◎Do not put SB-110 on any unstable
place where is shaky or not level.
Otherwise, SB-110 may drop and
become out of order or you may fall to
the ground and may be injured.
◎Do not use any unsuitable material
of which strength is insufficient
(antenna mast, bracket, etc.) or
corrosive material.
Otherwise, SB-110 may drop and become
out of order or you may be injured.
◎Do not use SB-110 in the site where
strong magnetic fields or static elec-
tricity is generated or where is ex-
posed to the temperature or humidity
exceeding the specifications pre-
scribed in the instruction manual.
Otherwise, Unrecoverable permanent
damage may occur.
◎When it thunders, remove the AC
adapter from the outlet to stop
operation. Do not Install, service,
connect or disconnect cables.
Otherwise, a it may catch fire or you
may get an electric shock.
◎Do not use paint thinner or solvent
to clean SB-110.
Otherwise, the case material may
degrade and the paint may peel.
Usually, clean SB-110 with a soft cloth.
If the case is stained considerably, wipe
the case using a cloth dampened with
detergent that has been diluted with
water.
◎Do not disassemble SB-110.
Otherwise, you may be injured or get
an electric shock, SB-110 may become
out of order or the radio disturbance
may occur.
◎Do not perform the installation work
at an unstable site.
Otherwise, you may fall to the ground
or may be injured.
◎Do not drop the device or give a
considerable shock to it.
Otherwise, you may be injured or SB-
110 may become out of order.
◎Do not use SB-110 near the TV set or
radio.
Otherwise, the radio disturbance may
occur in SB-110, TV set or radio.
◎Do not expose SB-110 to the direct
sunlight, the air from the air
conditioner or any unsuitable places
where the temperature varies
considerably.
Otherwise, SB-110 may be deformed or
discolored, a it may catch fire or SB-
110 may become out of order.
◎Follow instructions on manuals and
make right connections described in
this manual. Do not make a mistake
in connection to SB-110.
Otherwise, Unrecoverable permanent
damage may occur.
◎If SB-110 is not used for a long time,
remove the AC adapter from SB-110
for safety.
Otherwise, SB-110 may overheat,
catch fire or become out of order.
■SB-110 (continued from the previous page)
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
■AC Adapter (Accessory)
◎Do not use the AC adapter for any
other devices.
Otherwise, a it may catch fire, you may
get an electric shock and SB-110 may
become out of order.
◎Use the AC adapter in AC 120 V
power supply only.
Otherwise, a it may catch fire, you may
get an electric shock and SB-110 may
become out of order.
◎Be sure to hold the plug body when
you plug and unplug the AC cable.
Otherwise, a it may catch fire, you may
get an electric shock and SB-110 may
become out of order.
◎Use AC outlet with enough capacity
to accomodate the AC adapter of
SB-110.
Otherwise, a it may catch fire, you may
get an electric shock and SB-110 may
become out of order.
◎Do not tie the AC cables in a bundle.
Otherwise, the cables is heated and a it
may catch fire.
◎Do not touch the AC plug and
devices with moistened hands.
Otherwise, you may get an electric
shock.
◎Insert the AC plug into the outlet
completely.
If the plug is not inserted completely, a
it may catch fire or you may get an
electric shock.
◎Do not modify, bend illegally, twist
or heat cables..
Otherwise, the cable may be damaged,
a it may catch fire, you may get an
electric shock and SB-110 may
become out of order.
◎Do not put any heavy thing on the
AC cable or pinch it.
Otherwise, the cable may be damaged,
a it may catch fire, you may get an
electric shock and SB-110 may
become out of order.
◎If a metal part of the AC plug and its
surroundings are covered with dust,
wipe it with a dry cloth completely.
Otherwise, a it may catch fire.
◎If the AC cable is damaged or if the
AC cable cannot be inserted
completely, do not use such cable.
Otherwise, a it may catch fire, you may
get an electric shock, SB-110 may be-
come out of order, data may be lost.
Please contact the shop or our service
section.
R
Warning
Failure to observe the precautions listed here could result in
death of or serious injury to the user or those near the user.
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CHAPTER 1
BEFORE INSTALLATION
1-1. Name and Function of Component …………………………………………………2
1-2. Radio Communication Function ……………………………………………………3
1-3. Using in Building Communication Mode ……………………………………………3
1-4. Using in Access Point Mode …………………………………………………………4
■Notes on Use of Access Point Mode ……………………………………………4
1-5. Using Roaming Function ……………………………………………………………5
■Notes on Use of Roaming Function ……………………………………………6
1-6. Notes on Installation …………………………………………………………………7
■Directional Characteristics of Antenna …………………………………………7
This chapter describes what you should consider and prepare when you in-
stalling SB-110.
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1-1 Name and Function of Component
qEthernet cable/DC cable
Used to connect SB-110 to the wired LAN (Hub).
This cable is for straight connection.
Connect the AC adapter, which comes with SB-110, to the DC cable.
w[ ] (Red) indicator
Turns on when the connection to SB-110 has been established. The indicator turns off when:
¡All the radio devices is in no-communication state for one or two minutes.
¡All the radio devices is out of radio transmission area for one or two minutes.
e[PWR] (Green) indicator
Turns on when SB-110 turns on.
Blinks alternately with the [MODE] indicator in the [UTILITY] mode operation.
Blinks simultaneously with the [MODE] indicator in the [INITIALIZATION] mode operation.
r<MODE> button
Use for an operation in the [UTILITY] mode and [INITIALIZATION] mode.
t[MODE] (Green) indicator
Blinks in the [UTILITY] mode and [INITIALIZATION] mode.
Blinks alternately with the [PWR] indicator in the [UTILITY] mode operation.
Blinks simultaneously with the [PWR] indicator in the [INITIALIZATION] mode operation.
y[LAN] (Red) indicator
Turns on when the connection to LAN has been established normally.
Turns off when the Ethernet cable is not connected.
Blinks when data is communicated.
※
A plate to fix SB-110 cable. If you connect a commercial ground cable, fix it with the screws for
this plate.
PWR MODE
MODE
LAN
※qwerty
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1-2 Radio Communication Function
In this network system, by connecting those units facing to each other in the Wire-
less Bridge mode, those wired LAN can be connected in a wireless system.
* The maximum number of SB-110s used simultaneously is 256. However, it is
recommendable to use ten units or less.
1-3 Using in Building Communication Mode
The three ways (two modes and one function) below are available as connection method
for SB-110 to build up the wireless network.
●Building Communication (Wireless Bridge) mode (see 1-3)
●Access Point mode (see 1-4)
●Roaming function (see 1-5)
SB-110 operates in the Building Communication mode by default or when all the settings
are initialized. Those two modes cannot be used simultaneously.
EthernetLAN
Radio Transmission Area
Wired LAN
EthernetLAN
EthernetLAN
1,024 units - The maximum number of the usableA maximum of 256 units
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1-4 Using in Access Point Mode
In this wireless LAN system, wireless terminals are connected to each other through
SB-110 by wireless or a terminal connected to SB-110 through Ethernet is connected
to a wireless terminal through SB-110 by wireless.
If you use SB-110 as an access point, you need to change the default setting (☞see 4-3)
using a PC connected to SB-110 through a hub on Ethernet LAN.
* The maximum number of SB-110s used simultaneously is 256. However, it is
recommendable to use ten units or less.
■Notes on Use of Access Point Mode
◎The Building Communication mode is disabled when
the Access Point mode (☞see 4-3) is enabled.
◎Any terminal connected to SB-110 by wireless must
be equipped with our 11 Mbps wireless LAN card.
◎If [ESS ID] or [WEP] (☞see page 27) specified in a
wireless terminal is different from that of SB-110, any
communication to such wireless terminal is
unavailable.
Wireless LAN Card
Wireless LAN
A maximum of 256 units are acceptable.
Wired LAN
Radio Transmission
Area
EthernetLANEthernetLAN
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If SB-110 is located at several places on Ethernet LAN so that the radio
transmission areas can overlap each other, the wireless terminal can transmit
while moving from a radio transmission area to another. Consequently, the radio
transmission area can be extended.
If you use the roaming function, you need to change the default setting (☞see 4-3) into
the Access Point mode using a PC connected to SB-110 through a hub on Ethernet
LAN.
* To connect several SB-110s, use a hub.
1-5 Using Roaming Function
■Notes on Use of Roaming Function (☞See the next page)
Ethernet LAN
Radio Transmission Area
Move Move
SB-110 is switched
from one to another
as the wireless
terminal moves.
SB-110 is switched
from one to another
as the wireless
terminal moves.
Wireless LAN card
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1-5 Using Roaming Function (continued from the previous page)
■Notes on Use of Roaming Function
◎The roaming function is enabled in the Access Point mode and, therefore, this function
cannot be used in the Building Communication mode.
◎Any terminal connected to SB-110 by wireless must be equipped with our 11 Mbps
wireless LAN card.
◎In the radio transmission area where a wireless terminal moves around, [ESS ID] (☞
see 5-1) and [WEP] (☞see 5-2) of the wireless terminal must be the same as those of
SB-110 used in the roaming function. If [ESS ID] or [WEP] specified in the wireless
terminal is different from that of SB-110, any communication to such wireless terminal is
unavailable.
◎Any wireless LAN terminal operates as a network group which is the same as that of
wired LAN terminal, including the roaming area. Therefore, do not used the roaming
function together with the Routing mode (☞see 5-3).
Otherwise, the communication becomes unavailable due to invalid network address.
◎To avoid radio interference, when any channel is changed, keep a sufficient distance
equivalent to four channels or more between the channel to be changed and the other
party's radio access point channel. Otherwise, as shown below, the radio interference
may occur because a part of frequency bands overlap each other. For example, if
Channel 1, Channel 6 and Channel 11 are specified, no radio interference occurs.
2400 2410 2420 2430 2440 2450
Frequency (MHz)
2460 2470 2480
Channel 1
Channel 2
Channel 3
Channel 4
Channel 5
Channel 6
Channel 7
Channel 8
Channel 9
Channel 11
Channel 10
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1-6 Notes on Installation
Select a suitable installation site with care. Otherwise, the communication may be
interfered or the communication range or speed may be affected.
The installation must meet the conditions below:
◎The installation site should be located at a high place so that nothing can be put on SB-
110. The installation site should not be blocked by any obstruction.
◎The installation site must not be exposed to the direct sunlight nor open to the weather.
◎The installation site must be rigid without any vibration and SB-110 must not drop.
◎Do not locate SB-110s too close to each other or to any other product.
◎Any large-sized obstruction must not be located between the installation sites even tem-
porarily. If any obstruction is located between them, the communication may be inter-
fered.
◎Do not install SB-110 near a radio tower which sends a strong radio wave.
◎Do not install SB-110 near a metal wall of warehouse. A radio wave may be reflected.
◎If the communication is made between the different floors, neither steel beam nor fire-
proof metal material must be embedded in the floor.
◎The total length of Ethernet cable between SB-110 and the hub must be within 100 m.
◎The distance between two SB-110s (built-in antenna type) must be within approxi-
mately 800 m.
◎If SB-110 is used in the Access Point mode, the distance between two SB-110s (built-
in antenna type) must be within approximately 70 m.
◎Two SB-110s (built-in antenna type) must be faced to each other exactly.
■Directional Characteristics of Antenna
SB-110 (built-in antenna type) has the directionality. When you install two SB-110s, those
antennas must be faced to each other at the same position horizontally and vertically.
Maximum communication distance:
Approximately 800 m
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