Linksys Linksys E1200 User manual

Rev 9- 8/27/2012

Field Electronics Setup Guide
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CONTENTS
1. Equipment ........................................................................................................................................................................ 2
2. Setting up FCS Router: FTC_FIELD .................................................................................................................................... 4
3. Setting up FCS Router for FTC_PIT.................................................................................................................................... 14
4. Connection configurations - Scoring System Separate from FCS (Recommended).......................................................... 21
5. Create Samantha network configuration flash drives ...................................................................................................... 22
6. Loading the config files onto the samantha modules At Software inspection ................................................................. 25
7. Appendix........................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Revision
Date
Details
1
10/04/2010
Initial Release
2
10/14/2010
Added appendix explaining WiFi Sniffer
3
10/25/2010
Added updated equipment needed list, and wireless configuration utility
settings.
Added critical warning box page 3
4
11/29/2010
Added locations of hex files (page 18)
Expanded instructions for the FTC_PIT router setup
Expanded instructions for flash drive creation
Added connection diagrams to the appendix
5
11/30/2010
Changed connection diagrams
Updated Flash Drive section: Samantha.hex must be manually placed on
flash drive.
6
12/8/2010
Moved WiFi sniffer instructions from the appendix to page 8.
Updated recommendation to use either channel 5 or 8 (was 3 or 8) for
router setup.
Removed option to connect the scoring system with the FCS.
7
12/13/2010
Revised field electronic diagrams to include reminders that the USB cables
must not be more than 5 meters (15 feet), and added a note to reserve USB
ports on the FCS computer for the USB hubs.
8
1/4/2011
Clarified router connection instruction on Page 17
Corrected page number reference on page 19 from “page 5 step 2.4” to
“page 10 step 2.3”
9
8/27/2012
Updated document to include new router (E1200). The Linksys model E3000
has been discontinued by the manufacturer.
10
1/23/2013
Added note about the Logitech Controllers to pages 2 & 3

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1. EQUIPMENT
The Samantha FCS Software and installation instructions from:
http://www.usfirst.org/ftc/samantha
For Competition Field (Per Field)
FOR FCS:
oOne WiFi Router (Per 2 fields)
oOne laptop computer per playing field
A mouse (highly suggested over a track pad)
oEthernet cables long enough to connect the FCS Computers to the routers, and the scoring router
to the FCS router (if using the optional scoring system configuration).
oNew Flash Drives ( 2GB recommended capacity, 4GB Max)
At least 3 are needed: 1 for FTA and 2 for Software Inspection It is recommended to have
a few spares on hand.
o8 Logitech Game Controllers and spares
Logitech DualAction or Logitech F310
oNote: The DualAction game controller has been discontinued and replaced by
the F310. You may continue to use the DualAction if you already have them.
o3 externally powered USB Hubs. (2 required, 1 optional)
2 hubs for game controllers
1 hub from game controller hubs to the FCS computer. This hub is optional, not required if
there are enough hubs on the computer to accommodate all connections, leaving at least
one port free for thumb drive access.
oUSB Cables to connect the USB hubs to the FCS computer. A maximum suggested length for USB
cable is 5 meters.
oMonitor for clock display
FOR SCORING SYSTEM
oA Personal computer Running:
Windows XP or Higher, or
Macintosh OS X 10.5 or higher
1024x768 Resolution Monitor (minimum)
A mouse (highly suggested over a track pad)
Wired Ethernet Connection
Audio output wired into the event A/V system
Sun Java, version 1.5 or higher
The ability to adjust firewall settings to allow an FTP server to connect to the Field Control
System (FCS) computers. (if using the optional scoring system configuration)
oA high speed printer or a printer and access to a copy machine
oEthernet connected router (with UDP Multicast not blocked) with at least 3 ports and an internet
port. (if using the optional scoring system configuration)
Scoring System Display Applications Requirements
Each computer used for the display applications should have the following
A Personal computer with:
oWindows XP or Higher, or

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oMacintosh OS X 10.5 or higher
oWired Ethernet Connection
oSun Java, version 1.5 or higher
A large screen display or projector capable of 800x600 resolution (minimum)
For the Pit (where software inspection is done in the pit)
One WiFi Router
One laptop computer
Ethernet cable long enough to connect the FCS computer to the router.
New Flash Drives ( 2GB recommended capacity, 4GB Max)
o2 needed for Software Inspection
o(Same may be used as the competition field, spares are recommended).
8 Logitech Game Controllers and spares.
Logitech DualAction or Logitech F310
oNote: The DualAction game controller has been discontinued and replaced by
the F310. You may continue to use the DualAction if you already have them.
2 USB Hubs (with power adaptors)
USB Cables to connect the USB hubs to the FCS computer. A maximum length for USB cable is 5 meters.
For the Pit (where software inspection is NOT done in the pit)
One WiFi Router
One laptop computer
Ethernet cable long enough to connect the FCS computer to the router.
Flash Drive (same one may be used as the competition field, spares are recommended).

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2. SETTING UP FCS ROUTER: FTC_FIELD
Proper operation and setup of the Field Electronics is vital for a smooth, successful event. All electronic
components must be set up, and tested, well in advance of the event.
Linksys E1200 Router
These instructions are specific for the Linksys E1200 router. Note that the E3000 router has been discontinued by
the manufacturer.
Important: DO NOT use the CISCO Connect CD that is supplied with your router for setup.
2.1. Connect an Ethernet cable from PORT 1 (do not plug into the Internet port) on the router to the
computer that will control the FCS program for your event. Be sure to turn off the wireless network
adapter on your computer.
2.2. Open an Internet browser (such as Internet Explorer or Firefox) window and enter 192.168.1.1 into the
address bar and hit enter. This is the default address of your router. (If nothing comes up, check to make
sure you have plugged the Ethernet cable into PORT 1 and not the port labeled “Internet”).

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2.2.1.The router should display a Welcome screen. Do not install the Cisco Connect software. You will
instead configure the router manually.
2.2.2.At the bottom of the welcome screen, click on the link that reads “Continue with an open and
unsecured network(not recommend)”
2.2.3.The web browser should display another screen that indicates that the network is not secure.

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2.2.4.Check the checkbox (“I understand that my network…”) and press Continue to proceed with the
setup.
2.2.5.The router should prompt you for the router’s user name and password. Enter in the default userid
of admin and the default password of admin and then press the “OK” key to login. Once you’ve
logged in, you might need to reload the page “192.168.1.1” in your browser to continue.
2.2.6.The first time you connect to you router you will see the following pop-up warning. Check the “Do
not show me this again” box and then click OK to dismiss it.

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2.3. Create a secure password. Click on the administration tab to change the admin password and disable
Local Management Access via Wireless. Save settings by pressing the “Save Settings” button.
After the changes have been successfully saved, hit the “Continue” button and log in with userid “admin” and the
password you just defined.
When the dialog opens, click on the Setup tab, then Basic Setup.
1. Ensure the Internet Connection Type is set to Automatic Configuration - DHCP
2. Change the IP address to 192.168.2.1.
3. Set the starting IP address and the max number of users to 100.
4. Set the time zone appropriately.
5. Critical: Save the settings. A message will appear asking you to “Continue” Click Continue to refresh
the router to the new IP address setting.

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2.3. After saving settings:
2.3.1.Open Start > Programs > Accessories and select “Command window.”
At the prompt, type:
Ipconfig /release <press enter> : The following screen should appear showing your IP address 0.0.0.0: (It may take
a minute)
Ipconfig /renew <press enter> The following screen should appear showing your that your IP address is in the
192.168.2.1xx range (Note: it may take a minute for the command to complete).
Close the command window by clicking on the X in the upper right corner.
Default setting
Change this to a 2