Microhard Systems Nano IP Series User manual

Nano IP Series
Wireless Ethernet Bridge/Serial Gateway
Document: Nano IP Series.v1.6wc.pdf
Operating Manual
October 2011
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Important User Information (continued)
About This Manual
It is assumed that users of the products described herein have either system integration or
design experience, as well as an understanding of the fundamentals of radio communications.
Throughout this manual you will encounter not only illustrations (that further elaborate on the
accompanying text), but also several symbols which you should be attentive to:
Caution or Warning
Usually advises against some action which could result in undesired or
detrimental consequences.
Point to Remember
Highlights a key feature, point, or step which is noteworthy. Keeping
these in mind will simplify or enhance device usage.
Tip
An idea or suggestion to improve efficiency or enhance usefulness.
Information
Information regarding a particular technology or concept.

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Important User Information (continued)
Please Note: These are only sample labels; different products contain different identifiers. The
actual identifiers should be seen on your devices if applicable.
Regulatory Requirements
To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices, a separation
distance of 23cm or more should be maintained between the antenna of this device and
persons during device operation. To ensure compliance, operations at closer than this
distance is not recommended. The antenna being used for this transmitter must not be
co-located in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This device can only be used with Antennas listed in Appendix D. Please contact
Microhard Systems Inc. if you need more information or would like to order an antenna.
WARNING
WARNING
MAXIMUM EIRP
FCC Regulations allow up to 36dBm Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP).
Therefore, the sum of the transmitted power (in dBm), the cabling loss and the antenna
gain cannot exceed 36dBm.
WARNING
EQUIPMENT LABELING
This device has been modularly approved. The manufacturer, product name, and FCC
and Industry Canada identifiers of this product must appear on the outside label of the
end-user equipment.
WARNING
FCCID: NS908P24
IC: 3143A-08P24
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
SAMPLE LABEL REQUIREMENT:
For IPn920S and IPn920F Nano Series For IPn920T Nano Series
FCCID: NS908P25
IC: 3143A-08P25
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

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CSA Class 1 Division 2 Option
CSA Class 1 Division 2 is Available Only on Specifically Marked Units
If marked this for Class 1 Division 2 then this product is available for use in Class 1, Division
2, in the indicated Groups on the product.
In such a case the following must be met:
The transceiver is not acceptable as a stand-alone unit for use in hazardous locations. The
transceiver must be mounted within a separate enclosure, which is suitable for the intended
application. Mounting the units within an approved enclosure that is certified for hazardous
locations, or is installed within guidelines in accordance with CSA rules and local electrical
and fire code, will ensure a safe and compliant installation.
The antenna feed line; DC power cable and interface cable must be routed through conduit in
accordance with the National Electrical Code.
Do not connect or disconnect equipment unless power has been switched off or the area is
known to be non-hazardous.
Installation, operation and maintenance of the transceiver should be in accordance with the
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Tampering or replacement with non-factory components may adversely affect the safe use of
the transceiver in hazardous locations, and may void the approval.
The wall adapters supplied with your transceivers are NOT Class 1 Division 2 approved, and
therefore, power must be supplied to the units using the screw-type or locking type
connectors supplied from Microhard Systems Inc. and a Class 1 Division 2 power source
within your panel.
If you are unsure as to the specific wiring and installation guidelines for Class 1 Division 2
codes, contact CSA International.

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Revision History
Revision 1.6 October 2011
Updated Pictures, Misc Formatting.
Revision 1.5 June 2010
Updated Address Information
Revision 1.4 May 2010
Corrected drawing for Nano IP Motherboard. Misc formatting.
Revision 1.3 March 2010
Updated screen shots, added sections for sleep modes, power saving, new drawings etc.
Revision 1.2 March 2010
Major reformatting, updated all screen shots, Nano IP Layout Drawing, Added additional USB
Updated Discover IP, etc.
Revision 1.1 March 2010
Added USB, misc formatting, updated some WebUI
Initial Release April 2009

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Table of Contents
1.0 Overview 10
1.1 Performance Features...............................................................................................................12
1.2 Specifications.............................................................................................................................12
2.0 QUICK START 14
2.1 Factory Default/Reset Method...................................................................................................14
2.2 Text User Interface Method.......................................................................................................16
2.21 Required Materials ....................................................................................................................16
2.22 Set-Up Procedure......................................................................................................................16
3.0 Hardware Features 20
3.1 Nano IP Series OEM ................................................................................................................20
3.1.1 Nano IP OEM Mechanical Drawing ...............................................................................21
3.1.2 Nano IP OEM Connectors..............................................................................................21
3.1.3 Nano IP OEM Pin-Out Description(J1/J2)......................................................................22
3.2 Nano IP Series Motherboard & Enclosed..............................................................................25
3.2.1 Nano IP Motherboard Mechanical Drawings .................................................................26
3.2.2 Nano IP Enclosed Mechanical Drawings.......................................................................27
3.2.3 Connectors & Indicators.................................................................................................28
3.2.3.1 Front ................................................................................................................28
3.2.3.2 Rear.................................................................................................................29
3.2.3.3 HV (JP3)..........................................................................................................30
4.0 Operating Modes 32
4.1 Master .......................................................................................................................................32
4.2 Repeater....................................................................................................................................32
4.3 Remote......................................................................................................................................32
5.0 Network Topologies 33
Note: This section includes examples of configurations for each of the following:
5.1 Point-to-Point (PTP) ..................................................................................................................33
5.2 Point-to-Multipoint (PMP) ..........................................................................................................35
5.3 Peer-to-Peer (P2P)....................................................................................................................38
5.4 Everyone-to-Everyone (E2E).....................................................................................................40
6.0 Configuration 42
6.1 Web User Interface..................................................................................................................43
6.1.1 Logon Window................................................................................................................44
6.1.2 Welcome Window ..........................................................................................................45
6.1.3 System Configuration.....................................................................................................46
continued...

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Table of Contents (continued)
6.1.4 Network Configuration ................................................................................................49
6.1.4.1 Local IP Configuration.....................................................................................50
6.1.4.1.1 Bridge ............................................................................................50
6.1.4.1.2 Router............................................................................................53
6.1.4.1.2.1 Wireless Port IP Configuration.................................54
6.1.4.1.2.2 VPN Configuration....................................................56
6.1.4.2 NTP Server Configuration ...............................................................................57
6.1.4.3 DHCP Server Configuration ............................................................................58
6.1.4.3.1 Bridge ............................................................................................58
6.1.4.3.2 Router............................................................................................58
6.1.4.4 SNMP Agent Configuration .............................................................................62
6.1.4.5 Bridge Configuration........................................................................................66
6.1.4.6 Quality of Service ............................................................................................67
6.1.5 Radio Configuration.....................................................................................................69
6.1.5.1 Sleep Mode Config..........................................................................................77
6.1.5.2 Frequency Restriction......................................................................................79
6.1.5.3 Repeater Registration......................................................................................81
6.1.6 COM1 and COM2 Configuration .................................................................................84
6.1.7 USB Configuration.......................................................................................................92
6.1.8 Security Configuration ................................................................................................96
6.1.8.1 Admin Password Configuration.......................................................................97
6.1.8.2 Upgrade Password Configuration ...................................................................98
6.1.8.3 Wireless Encryption Configuration ..................................................................99
6.1.8.4 Discovery Service Configuration ...................................................................102
6.1.8.5 UI (User Interface) Access Configuration......................................................103
6.1.8.6 Authentication Configuration .........................................................................104
6.1.8.7 Firewall Configuration....................................................................................106
6.1.8.7.1 Policies ........................................................................................107
6.1.8.7.2 Rules............................................................................................109
6.1.8.7.3 Port Forwarding...........................................................................112
6.1.8.7.4 MAC List......................................................................................114
6.1.8.7.5 Blacklist........................................................................................116
6.1.8.7.6 Reset Firewall to Factory Default ................................................117
6.1.9 System Information....................................................................................................118
6.1.10 System Tools..............................................................................................................124
6.1.10.1 System Maintenance (Firmware Upgrade)....................................................125
6.1.10.2 Reboot System..............................................................................................126
6.1.10.3 Reset System to Default................................................................................126
6.1.10.4 Radio Channels Noise Level.........................................................................127
6.1.10.5 Network Discovery.........................................................................................128
6.1.10.6 Remote Sleep Control (Master).....................................................................128
6.1.10.7 Local Power Saving (Master) ........................................................................130
6.1.10.8 Logout............................................................................................................131
6.2 Text User Interface ................................................................................................................132

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Table of Contents (continued)
7.0 Installation 136
7.1 Path Calculation ....................................................................................................................138
7.2 Installation of Antenna System Components.....................................................................139
7.2.1 Antennas......................................................................................................................140
7.2.2 Coaxial Cable...............................................................................................................140
7.2.3 Surge Arrestors............................................................................................................141
7.2.4 External Filter...............................................................................................................141
Appendices
Appendix A: DiscoverIP Utility ....................................................................................................142
Appendix B: Upgrade Procedure (DOS Prompt)........................................................................144
Appendix C: RS485 Wiring...........................................................................................................146
Appendix D: Approved Antennas................................................................................................147
Appendix E: Nano IP OEM Layout...............................................................................................148
Appendix F: Serial Interface ........................................................................................................149
Appendix G: Customer Interface Schematic..............................................................................150
Appendix H: Firmware Upgrade / Recovery...............................................................................153

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1.0 Overview
The Nano IP Series is a high-performance wireless ethernet bridge and serial gateway. Alter-
nately, a Master Nano IP Series unit may be configured to operate as a wireless ethernet router
(and serial gateway).
When properly configured and installed, long range communications at very high speeds can be
achieved.
The Nano IP Series operates within the 902-928MHz ISM frequency band, employing frequency
hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) and also, for 1.2Mbps operation, digital transmission service
(DTS) technology.
They provide reliable wireless ethernet bridge functionality as well gateway service for asyn-
chronous data transfer between most equipment types which employ an RS232, RS422, or
RS485 interface.
The small size and superior performance of the Nano IP Series makes it ideal for many applica-
tions. Some typical uses for this modem:
1.1 Performance Features
Key performance features of the Nano IP Series include:
 transmission within a public, license-exempt band of the radio spectrum1- this means
that the modems may be used without access fees or recurring charges (such as
those incurred by cellular airtime)
 maximum allowable transmit power (1 Watt)
 longest range
 transparent, low latency link providing reliable wireless IP/ethernet communications
with constant baud rate over distance
 each unit supports all modes of operation (Master, Repeater, Remote)
 Repeater may also be used concurrently as a Remote unit
 flexible wireless networking: point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, peer-to-peer, store and
forward repeater
1 920-928MHz, which is license-exempt within North America, may need to be factory-configured differently for other
areas: contact Microhard Systems Inc.
 SCADA
 remote telemetry
 traffic control
 industrial controls
 remote monitoring
 LAN extension
 GPS
 wireless video
 robotics
 display signs
 fleet management
A BRIDGE separates
two network segments
within the same logical
network (subnet).
A SERIAL GATEWAY
allows asynchronous
serial data to enter (as
through a gate) the
realm of IP
communications.
The serial data is
encapsulated within
UDP or TCP packets.
A ROUTER forwards
data across
internetworks
(different subnets).

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1.0 Overview
 communicates with virtually all PLCs, RTUs, and serial devices through either one of two
available RS232 interface, RS422, or RS485
 fastest serial rates: 300 baud to 921kbps
 advanced serial port supports legacy serial devices, including RTS, CTS, DSR, DTR, and
DCD.
 Easy to manage through web- or text-based user interface, or SNMP
 wireless firmware upgrades
 system wide remote diagnostics
 32-bit CRC, selectable retransmission
 advanced security features
 industrial temperature specifications
 DIN rail mountable
 Optional Class 1 Div 2
 Available as OEM solution
Supporting co-located independent networks and with the ability to carry both serial and IP
traffic, the Nano IP Series supports not only network growth, but also provides the opportunity to
migrate from asynchronous serial devices connected today to IP-based devices in the future.

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1.0 Overview
1.2 Nano IP Series Specifications
Electrical/General
Frequency: 902-928MHz*
(* Contact Microhard for additional frequencies)
Spreading Method: Frequency Hopping /DTS
Band Segments: Selectable via Freq. Restriction
Error Detection: 32 bits of CRC, ARQ
Data Encryption: 128-bit WEP/WPA (Canada & USA only. Not available for
export, see –AES/EXP options)
-AES - Optional 128/256-bit AES Encryption, Secure
Shell, HTTPS (Canada & USA only. Not Available
for export)
-EXP - Export Version, Removes all encryption.
Range: Up to 30+ miles (50+km) @ 1.2 Mbps
Up to 60+ miles (100+ km) @ 172kbps
Output Power: 100mW to 1W (20-30dBm)
Sensitivity: -108 dBm @ 172kbps link rate
-106 dBm @ 230kbps link rate
-97 dBm @ 1.2 Mbps link rate
Serial Baud Rate: 300bps to 921kbps
USB: USB 2.0
Ethernet: 10/100 BaseT, Auto - MDI/X, IEEE 802.3
Link Rate: 115 kbps to 1.2 Mbps
Network Protocols: TCP, UDP, TCP/IP, TFTP, ARP, ICMP, DHCP, HTTP,
HTTPS*, SSH*, SNMP, FTP, DNS, Serial over IP, QoS
(* Only available in AES)
Operating Modes: Master, Slave, Repeater
Management: Local Serial Console, Telnet, WebUI, SNMP, FTP &
Wireless Upgrade, RADIUS authentication, VLAN
Diagnostics: Battery Voltage, Temperature, RSSI, remote diagnostics
Core Voltage: OEM: 3.3VDC Nominal (+/- 0.3V)
Enclosed: 7-30 VDC
Motherboard: 7-30 VDC
Caution: Using a
power supply that
does not provide
proper voltage or
current may damage
the modem.
Tip: Future
enhancements of the
Nano Series products
may require higher
current requirements
than listed. It is good
design practice to over
spec power supplies to
allow for future design
options.

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1.0 Overview
1.2 Nano IP Series Specifications (Continued)
Environmental
Operation Temperature: -40oF(-40oC) to 170oF(75oC)
Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Mechanical
Dimensions:
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Nano IP Enclosed: 
Weight (Including Radio:
OEM: Approx. 25 grams
Enclosed: Approx. 240 grams
w/Motherboard: Approx. 70 grams (No Conn. 50g)
Connectors:
Antenna: OEM: MMCX
Enclosed: Reverse Polarity TNC (RP-TNC) connector
Data, etc: AVX-Kyocera 5046 Series 60 pin board to board connectors.
Nano IP OEM Module: 14-5046-060-630-829+
Motherboard: 24-5046-060-600-829+ (Nano IP mating connector)
Microhard Systems Inc Part Number: MHS030510 (Strips of 100)

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2.0 Quick Start
This QUICK START guide will enable you to promptly establish basic IP connectivity
between a pair of Nano IP Series in a point-to-point (ref. 5.1) configuration.
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Mask 255.255.255.0, and Gateway 192.168.1.1).
2.1 Factory Default/Reset Method
2.11 Required Materials
 2 Nano IP Series (with (or set to) factory default configuration), each with
Power Adapter and Rubber Ducky Antenna
 1 PC with NIC (ethernet) card
 1 Crossover patchcable (ethernet)*
*dependent on desired test set-up
2.12 Set-Up Procedure
 Connect a Rubber Ducky antenna to each Nano IP Series.
 Connect the Power Adapters to available 120VAC outlets, and to the Nano
IP Series. The SYS LED will blink for approximately 1 minute while it read-
ies itself for operation.
 Using CROSSOVER ethernet patchcable, connect PC NIC card to rear
ETHERNET connection on Nano IP Series. (PC must have its Network
Settings (TCP/IP Properties) set to STATIC with an IP Address of (e.g.)
192.168.1.10 and a Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0.)
 Open a Web Browser and enter the IP Address (192.168.1.254) of the
Nano IP Series into the URL address line.
 Refer to Section 6.1.1 re LogOn.
continued...
Use the MHS-supplied power
adapter or an equivalent power
source.
To ensure that the Nano IP
Series unit is at its DEFAULT
factory settings, once it has
powered-up and the SYS LED is
ON (after 1 minute), press and
hold the front CFG button for 8
seconds - the SYS LED will
initially blink, then be on solid,
and then the unit will reset.
Note: Some OEM customers
will have their specific factory
defaults loaded.
Antenna
ENSURE CORRECT
PLACEMENT OF
RADIO ASSEMBLY

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2.0 Quick Start
 Refer to Section 6.1.4.1 re Network (IP) Configuration and assign the unit a new
unique IP Address.
 Refer to Section 5.1 and, as per the example settings given, configure unit as MAS-
TER.
 Repeat the above for the other Nano IP Series, giving it a new unique IP Address
and configuring it as a REMOTE (5.1).
 With both units powered-on, in proximity to each other, and configured as per the
above, their RSSI LEDs should be illuminated, and their TX LED should be ON or
flashing.
 With the PC connected to one of the Nano IP Series units, enter the IP Address of
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.

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2.0 Quick Start
2.2 Text UI Method
(See Section 6.2 for more information re the Text User Interface.)
2.21 Required Materials
 2 Nano IP Series (with factory default configuration), each with Power Adapter
and Rubber Ducky Antenna
 1 PC with NIC (ethernet) card and COM (serial) port with HyperTerminal (or
equivalent) application
 1 Available connection to LAN*
 1 Crossover patchcable (ethernet)*
 1 MHS Diagnostic Cable (P/N MHS044000, black)
*dependent on desired test set-up
2.22 Set-Up Procedure
 Connect a Rubber Ducky antenna to each Nano IP Series.
 Connect the Power Adapters to available 120VAC outlets, and to the Nano IP Se-
ries.
 Connect a standard RS232 Cable to Diagnostic Port (COM2 -front) of one Nano IP
Series and the other end to an available COM port on the PC.
 Run HyperTerminal (or equivalent terminal program) on the PC and configure it for
the COM port chosen above, 115200bps, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, and no
flow control.
 Activate the HyperTerminal connection.
 A login prompt will appear. Enter admin.
 At the password prompt, enter admin.
continued...
Use the MHS-supplied
power adapter or an
equivalent power
source.

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2.0 Quick Start
 Select Option B: Network Configuration, then
 A: Local IP Config, then
 A: IP Address Mode, then
 A: static
 Input suitable (for your PC/network) values for:
 IP Address
 Subnet Mask
 Gateway
 Press U to SAVE the configuration changes.
 Press [Esc] twice to return to the MAIN MENU.
 Select Option C: Radio Configuration, then
 B: Operation Mode, then
 A: Master, then
 I: Network Type, then
 B: Point-to-Point, then
 J: Destination Unit, then
enter the number 20 [Enter]
 Press U to SAVE the configuration changes.
 Press [Esc] to return to the MAIN MENU.
 Press Qto Quit.
The Nano IP Series configured above is now the MASTER Nano IP Series for your Point-to-
Point Nano IP Series network.
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other Nano IP Series.
 Press [Enter]
 A login prompt will appear. Enter admin.
 At the password prompt, enter admin.
continued...
View the PC’s
NETWORK SETTINGS
(TCP/IP Properties) to
determine an
appropriate IP
Address, Subnet Mask,
and Gateway for the
Nano IP Series.
(For basic testing, the
Gateway value is not
critical.)
If a connection is
being made to a
network (LAN), check
with the Network
Administrator for an
available static IP
address(es) so as not
to potentially create
an IP address conflict.

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2.0 Quick Start
 Select Option B: Network Configuration, then
 A: Local IP Config, then
 A: IP Address Mode, then
 A: static
 Input suitable (for your PC/network) values for:
 IP Address
 Subnet Mask
 Gateway
 Press U to SAVE the configuration changes.
 Press [Esc] twice to return to the MAIN MENU.
 Select Option C: Radio Configuration, then
 B: Operation Mode, then
 C: Remote, then
 F: Unit Address, then
 enter the number 20 [Enter]
 I: Network Type, then
 B: Point-to-Point, then
 J: Destination Unit, then
enter the number 1 [Enter]
 Press U to SAVE the configuration changes.
 Press [Esc] to return to the MAIN MENU.
 Press Qto Quit.
The Nano IP Series configured above is now the REMOTE Nano IP Series for your Point-to-
Point Nano IP Series network.
With these two Nano IP Series on a test bench, and configured as per the preceding, a wireless
link will be present between the two units. This may be confirmed by noting that the RSSI (3
front panel LEDs) are illuminated.
Next, the ethernet connections will be made.
continued...

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2.0 Quick Start
The ethernet connections are dependent upon what is available to work with for the test configu-
ration. For the purposes of this QUICK START, the assumption is that a LAN connection is
available (with Internet connectivity) and that the PC is connected to this LAN.
              
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of the MASTER Nano IP Series.
             
ETHERNET RJ45 connector on the REMOTE Nano IP Series.
At this point there is a wireless connection between the PC and the LAN, and you should be
able to go about your typical networking activities, including accessing the Internet (via the
LAN).
Also, by opening a web browser and entering the IP address of either Nano IP Series, you will
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If communications not available as outlined above:
 Verify the RSSI LEDs on the front of each Nano IP Series are illuminated.
 Verify TX (red) LED activity on the front of each Nano IP Series.
 Observe the rear of each Nano IP Series, specifically the ETHERNET connection:
the green LINK LED should be illuminated (indicating proper cabling) and the amber
(ACTIVITY LED) should also be flickeringindicating DATA traffic at the
ETHERNET connector.
 If using Windows XP, the firewall function could inhibit desired data traffic. Anti-
virus software may also have a negative impact.
To connect an Nano IP
Series to a PC, an
ethernet CROSSOVER
(not a straight-
through) cable must
be used.

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3.0 Hardware Description
3.1 Nano IP OEM Module
The Nano IP Series Modems are available in both OEM and Enclosed packages. The OEM
version supplies all the required raw signals to allow the unit to be tightly integrated into
applications to efficiently maximize space and power requirements. The Enclosed version of the
Nano Series modem allows for a fully operational table top or mountable solution. The various
interface cards and development boards can provide a convenient evaluation platform or an in
between end solution.
The Nano IP OEM module is typically complemented by interface circuitry (e.g. power, data
interface) for most applications. Nano IP Motherboard and Nano IP HV Board provide much of
this interface circuitry to aid in the integration or evaluation of the Nano IP module.
The Nano Enclosed Modem supplies all required interface circuitry and all that is required are
general user interfaces (RS232, antenna, power).
Any Nano IP module may be configured as a Master, Repeater (or Repeater/Slave), or Slave.
             
becoming very familiar and proficient with using the module: if you are familiar with one unit,
you will be familiar with all units.
Image 3-1: Nano IP OEM Bottom View Image 3-2: Nano IP OEM Top View