King Pigeon WF-01 User manual

www.gprs-m2m.com WF-01 User’s manual Ver. 1.0 King Pigeon Communication Co.,Ltd
A Professional GSM 3G M2M products manufacturer
and automation solution provider, since 2005.
www.GPRS-M2M.com Tel:[phone] ext.803
WF-01 is a wireless networking router,
which is used for project of RS232/
RS485 serial equipment to WIFI or
Ethernet networking!
Because of it, lots of industrial data
transmission via serial to WIFI or
Ethernet can be possible!
User Manual
Ver 1.0
WF-01
Date Issued: 2016-05-05
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King Pigeon Comm.Co.,Limited.
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RS232/RS485 TO RJ45&WIFI
Converter

www.gprs-m2m.com WF-01 User’s manual Ver. 1.0 King Pigeon Communication Co.,Ltd
A Professional GSM 3G M2M products manufacturer
and automation solution provider, since 2005.
www.GPRS-M2M.com Tel:[phone] ext.803
Content
1. Product details ........................................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Features:............................................................................................................................... 4
1.4. Standard Packing List.......................................................................................................... 6
1.5 Applications:.......................................................................................................................... 6
3. Diagram ..................................................................................................................................... 7
4. Typical wiring connection: .......................................................................................................... 8
5. Communication Testing:............................................................................................................. 9
5.1 . Configuration for use the WF-01 as AP:................................................................................. 9
5.2 . Configuration for use the WF-01 as STA:...........................................................................11
6. Application Mode Explanation.................................................................................................. 15
6.1 APApplication: (Wireless remote controller application)................................................... 15
6.2 STAApplication: (Remote connection application)........................................................... 15
6.3 AP+STAApplication: (Wireless DAQ application).................................错误！未定义书签。
8.Working Mode:.......................................................................................................................... 15
8.1 Data Transmission Modes................................................................................................... 15
8.2 Transparent transmission mode.......................................................................................... 16
8.3 Serial instruction mode ....................................................................................................... 16
8.4 HTTPD Client mode............................................................................................................ 16
8.5 GPIO mode......................................................................................................................... 16
10. Function Expansion................................................................................................................ 16
10.1 Keep Alive Function ............................................................................................................. 16
10.2 Web Socket Function........................................................................................................ 17
10.3 Hardware Upgrading......................................................................................................... 17
11. FrequentlyAsked Questions................................................................................................... 17
12. Important information............................................................................................................. 18
13. Maintenance........................................................................................................................... 18
14. Warranty................................................................................................................................. 18

www.gprs-m2m.com WF-01 User’s manual Ver. 1.0 King Pigeon Communication Co.,Ltd
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and automation solution provider, since 2005.
www.GPRS-M2M.com Tel:[phone] ext.803
Caution!
Please read this user manual carefully before install/operate the WIFI
Converter,basic electronic acknowledges required.
This handbook has been designed as a guide to the installation and operation of WF-01 WIFI Converter.
Statements contained in the handbook are general guidelines only and in no way are designed to
supersede the instructions contained with other products.
We recommend that the advice of a registered electrician be sought before any Installation work
commences.
King Pigeon company its employees and distributors, accept no liability for any loss or damage including
consequential damage due to reliance on any material contained in this handbook.
King Pigeon company its employees and distributors, accept no liability for GSM Network upgrading or
SIMCard upgrading due to the technology specifications contained in this handbook.

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1. Product details
WF-01 provides a serial port to WIFI function, can be RS-232/485 converted into a TCP/IP serial network interface,
RS-232/485 serial port and WIFI/ Ethernet bidirectional data transparent transmission. The serial device can
immediately with the TCP/IP network interface functions, connect to the network for data communication,
communication range extended serial device greatly.
1.1 Features:
Advantages
Can use as a Router;
Support Hardware AP, HTTPD Client and WEB IO;
Suport TCPB Function;
Fast Access WiFi;
Support hardware flow control (RTS/CTS) RS232 interface, male mouth(needle)
consistent with computer pin definition;
RS232 RS485 automatic switching;
Support Webpage Configuration；
RJ45 network connection, support wired Ethernet transmission;
Rich status indicator light: Power/Ready/Link/RXD/TXD;
Reload button, do not worry incorrect settings(in working status, press the button 3s then it load to
default settings and automatic restart);
Design with positioning hole, convenient installation;
Highest support baud rate 460800 bps;
Optional TCP Server/TCP Client/UDP Client/ UDP Server mode, the TCP Server mode can support up to
32 Client connection;
Multiple applications for data transmission from wired to wireless.
Setting
Webpage Configuration;
Highly Security & Fast Speed for data transmission;

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1.2 Specifications 1.3 Dimensions
Item
Parameter
Wireless
Certification
FCC/CE
Wireless standard
802.11 b/g/n
Frequency range
2.412GHz-2.484GHz
Transmit power
802.11b: +20dBm(Max.)
802.11g: +18dBm(Max.)
802.11n: +15dBm(Max.)
configurable
Receiver
Sensitivity
802.11b: -89dBm
802.11g: -81dBm
802.11n: -71dBm
Antenna Option
External 3Dbi antenna
Hardwar
e
Data Interface
UART: 1200bps - 230400bps
Ethernet: 100Mpbs
GPIOs
Operating voltage
5-18V (+/-5%)
Operating current
170mA~300mA
Operating temp
-40℃- 85℃
Storage temp
-40℃- 125℃
Dimensions
80×78×25mm
Software
Network type
Station/AP mode, STA+AP
Security mechanisms
WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
Encryption
WEP64/WEP128/TKIP/AES
Work mode
Transparent Transmission
Serial command
AT+instruction set
Network Protocol
TCP/UDP/ARP/ICMP/DHCP/
DNS/HTTP
Max. TCP Connection
32
User Configuration
Web Server&AT command
User Application
Supportcustomizedapplicati
on software

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1.4. Standard Packing List
WF-01 WIFI Converter * 1
Antenna * 1
LAN Cable for 1 Meter* 1
User Manual *1
Packing size: 17*9.5*4 cm
Gross Weight: 0.32kg
1.5 Applications:
1. Data transmission System applications; 2. Supervision and monitoring alarm systems
3. Automatic monitoring system; 4. Vending Machines;
5. Pumping Stations; 6. Buildings and Real Estate;
7. Weather Stations remote control and data logging; 8. River Monitoring and Flood Control remote control;
9. Oil and gas pipelines remote control and data logging; 10. Corrosion protection
11. Valve controls; 12. Wellheads;
13. Energy saving,street lights control system; 14. Tanks, levels, temp, water leakage applications;
15. Transformer stations; 16. Unmanned machine rooms;
17. Control room application; 18. PLC and Automation System, M2M;
2. Safety Directions
Safe Startup
Do not use WIFI Converter when using WIFI equipment is prohibited or might bring disturbance or
danger.
Interference
All wireless equipment might interfere network signals of WIFI Converter and influence its
performance.
Avoid Use at Gas Station
Do not use WIFI Converter at a gas station. Power off WIFI Converter when it near fuels or
chemicals.
Power it off near Blasting Places
Please follow relevant restrictive regulations.Avoid using the device in blasting places.
Reasonable Use
Please install the product at suitable places as described in the product documentation.Avoid signal
shielded by covering the mainframe.
Use Qualified Maintenance Service
Maintenance can be carried out only by qualified maintainer.

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3. Diagram
INDICATORS
Power
ON:Connect to the power supply already
OFF:Have not connect to the power supply.
Link
ON: Network connect already
OFF: Can’t connect to the WIFI or ethernet
network
Ready
ON: Ready to work or connect.
OFF:Not ready to work or connect.
RXD
Flashing when receiving data
TXD
Flashing when Sending data
Connection Terminals
Power
+
Power supply input, Positive
wire(Red).
_
Power supply input, Negative
wire(Black).
RS485
A
Data A for RS485 interface
B
Data B for RS485 interface
GND
GND for RS485 interface
RS232
RS232 interface
Ethernet
RJ45 for Ethernet interface
ANT
Connect to antenna.
Reset
Press it for 5 seconds, the module will be
reset into default setting

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4. Typical wiring connection:
Noticed: WF-01 serial port is a standard DB9 male, when tested, please use cross-connected method，that
is TXD <-->RXD，RXD<->TXD，. serial port pins as shown below:
1）Power on the device.( 9~24V DC)
2) Connect the Serial port (RS232/485) to
PC. Serial port can be replace by USB
port if the notebook has no serial port.
3) Connect to the network via LAN cable or
WIFI.
RXD
Data receiving pin of serial port server
TXD
Data sending pin of serial port server
GND
GND
RTS
When Flow control is enabled and pin is 0 serial server will receive
data from serial devices
CTS
When Flow control is enabled and pin is 0 serial server will send
data to serial devices

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5. Communication Testing:
5.1 . Configuration for use the WF-01 as AP:
Step1: Power on the WF-01. (9~20V DC)
Step2: When the “Ready” light on, then use PC to connect to it via WIFI.
Noticed: if cannot see the SSID of the WF-01, please reset the device and try again.
Step3: Connect the WF-01 to PC via RS232/485 port, check the Com port, see the picture as below:
Noticed: if cannot see the com ports, then need to install the serial port driver.
Description
Default Setting
SSID
DTU-H100XXXX
IP address
10.10.100.254
Subnet mask
255.255.255.0
User name
admin
Password
Admin

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Step4: When connect to the WF-01 successfully, the “Link” light will on, then “Open Network and Sharing
Center”, need to confirmed the IP and DNS is obtain automatically, see the picture as below:
Notice:If the the PC without Wireless LAN Adapter, then also can use the LAN cable to configuration.
Step5: Run the TCP/IP communication testing tool.
Notice:About the testing tool, please search it in the internet and download, lots of tool can do it.