Moxa Technologies WAPA003 User manual

Moxa IEEE 802.11a/b/g MiniPCI Module
WAPA003 User’s Manual
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First Edition, June 2009
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WAPA003 User’s Manual
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
Overview
Features
Specification
Chapter 2 Getting Started
Module Layout
BlockDiagram
HardwareInstallation
SoftwareInstallation

WAPA003 User’s Manual Introduction
1
1
Chapter 1 Introduction
The following topics are covered in this chapter:
Overview
Features
Specifications

WAPA003 User’s Manual Introduction
Overview
WAPA003 Mini-PCI Module is designed to provide wireless communication for all wireless device based
systems. It communicates via the standard 802.11a/b/g protocols. The WAPA003 uses the AR5414 wireless
chipset from Atheros. This module is connected to the PCI bus through a Mini-PCI connector and special
circuitry to allow for compatibility with either 3.3V or 5V PCI signaling.
.
Features
yAll-CMOS single chip for IEEE 802.11a/b/g compatible WLANs
yNo external VCOs or SAW filters needed
yBaseband in-phase (I) and quadrature (Q) signals, converts them to the desired frequency,
and drives the RF signal off-chip
yIntegrated low-noise amplifier (LNA)
yExternal PA and/or LNA can be used for special applications
yAdvanced wideband receiver with best path sequencer for better range and multipath resistance
than conventional equalizer-based designs
yExtended tuning range (2.300-2.500 & 4.900-5.850 GHz) for worldwide use
yHigh speed UART with DMA supports data rates up to 1 Mbps

WAPA003 User’s Manual Introduction
Specification
Features WAPA003
Chipset Atheros AR5414
Receive Sensitivity 802.11b :-84dBm(typically)
802.11a/g : -80dBm(typically)
Baseband Processor
(BBP) ˙802.11b support rate: 1M, 2M, 5.5M, 11M bps ˙802.11a/g support rate : 6M, 9M, 12M,18M,24M, 36M, 48M, 54M bps
˙Modulation scheme: BPSK, QPSK, 16 QAM, 64 QAM, DBPSK,DQPSK, and CCK
˙802.11e-compatible bursting
˙Support for draft IEEE h, i and j standards
˙Atheros Extended Range feature supported (Turbo Mode), Atheros Super A/G mode
with up to 108 Mbps
security engine WEP64,WEP128, WEP256, AES-CCM, TKIP ,WPS
Bus Interface Mini PCI standard bus complaint
Connectors Defined BTB connector is using 2x40 pins header, and Support Mini-PCI standard.
Power requirement 1.8V +/-5%
3.3V +/-10%
Dimension 53mm ×32mm
Weight 15g
Operating
Temperature -40 to +80 ℃
Storage
Temperature: -40 to +150℃

2
2
Chapter 2 Getting Started
This chapter covers the module layout, and block diagram, hardware installation of the WAPA003. Software
installation is covered in the next chapter.
The following topics are covered:
Module Layout
Block Diagram
Hardware Installation
Software Installation

WAPA003 User’s Manual Getting Started
Module Layout
Block Diagram
Below is a block diagram of the WAPA003. Primary board components are in bold, while external connections
are italicized.

WAPA003 User’s Manual Getting Started
Connector Locations

WAPA003 User’s Manual Getting Started
MiniPCI Bus Connector PIN Assignments
AD30
3.3V_CON
PCI_INT_L
PCI_GNT_L
AD31
PCI_CBE2_L
AD1
PCI_CBE3_L
AD3
PCI_PME_L
PCI_CBE1_L
AD5
PCI_RST_L
AD7
AD0
AD8
MPCI_12
MPCI_11
AD4
AD10
AD2
RF_DISABLE
AD6
PCI_CLK
PCI_REQ_L
AD9
AD12
PCI_CBE0_L
AD14
AD13
AD11
PCI_PERR_L
PCI_DEVSEL_L
AD15
PCI_SERR_L
AD17
R9
R0603
187
GPIO_5
AD19
3.3V
AD21
PCI_TRDY_L
PCI_STOP_L
PCI_IRDY_LAD23
AD16 PCI_CLKRUN_L
PCI_FRAME_L
R8
R0603
187
3.3V
AD18
J1
DEFINE BOARD EDGE
3.3V-3 6
INTA# 34
GND-7 72
3.3VAUX 18
CLK 30
RST# 28
GND-5 60
3.3V-4 8
REQ# 36
GNT# 38
3.3V-6 12
GND-11 22
AD31
63
PME# 68
AD29
59
GND-13 26
AD30
61
AD27
55
3.3V-5 10
AD25
51
AD28
57 AD26
53
CBE3#
75
AD24
49 AD23
47
IDSEL 66
GND-4 58
GND-15 44 AD21
43
AD22
45
AD19
39
AD20
41
GND-3 56
PAR 46
AD17
35
AD18
37
CBE2#
73
AD16
33
IRDY# 48
GND-12 24
3.3V 2
FRAME# 52
CLKRUN# 32
TRDY# 50
SERR# 62
STOP# 54
GND-8 74
3.3V-7 14
PERR# 40
DEVSEL# 64
CBE1#
71
GND-14 42
AD14
29
AD15
31 AD13
27 AD12
25 AD11
23 AD10
21
GND-9 76
AD9
19 AD8
17
CBE0#
69
AD7
15 3.3V-8 16
3.3V-2 4
AD6
13 AD5
11 AD4
9AD2
5
AD3
7
AD0
1
AD1
3
GND-6 70
LED1-GRNN 78
GND-1
67 GND
65
3.3VAUX-1 20
LED1-GRNP
77
LED2-YELP
79 LED2-YELN 80
PCI_PAR
AD25
3.3V_AUX
AD27
AD22
AD20
AD29
AD24
MPCI_14
PCI_IDSEL_L
AD28
AD26
R26
R0402
R

WAPA003 User’s Manual Getting Started
Hardware Installation
The WAPA003 can be installed into all Moxa wireless system board series. It can be located
below the CPU.
Step for Installation
1. Attach the Main WLAN antenna to connector J1.
2. If using an Auxiliary WLAN antenna, attach it to connector J2.
3. Install the WAPA 003 miniPCI card on the system board. Apply pressure to both bus
connectors and gently press the board onto the stack. The board should slide into the matching
bus connectors. Do not attempt to force the board, as this can lead to bent/broken pins.
4. Screw on the WAPA003 miniPCI card.
5. If any power boards are to be stacked above the WAPA003, install them.
6. Screw on the all the necessary chassis.
Software Installation
After physically installing the WAPA003, your operating system must be configured to recognize
the new system board.
Step for Installation
1. Apply power to the system board.
2. Connect system board and PC with Ethernet cable.
3. Open a browser and type: 192.168.127.253 to open the system login webpage.
4. Login the webpage with default password: root in order to verify that all of the hardware is
install properly.

WAPA003 User’s Manual Getting Started
Federal Communication Commission Interference
Statement
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 instructions, 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 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.
FCC Caution:
To assure continued compliance, (example - use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or
peripheral devices) any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
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.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
This module is restricted to mobile configuration. To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements,
the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all
persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This
transmitter module must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter

Labeling requirements
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.
RF exposure warning
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions
and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance
of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna
installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance.
End Product Labeling
This transmitter module is authorized only for use in device where the antenna may be installed
such that 20cm may be maintained between the antenna and users. The final end product must be
labeled in a visible area with the following: "Contains FCC ID: SLE-WAPA003-1 ”.
Information for the OEMs and Integrators
The following statement must be included with all versions of this document supplied to an
OEM or integrator, but should not be distributed to the end user.
1) This device is intended for OEM integrators only.
2) Please see the full Grant of Equipment document for other restrictions.
This device is operation in 5.15 – 5.25GHz frequency range, then restricted in indoor use only,
Outdoor operations in the 5150~5250MHz is prohibit.
This device is slave equipment, the device is not radar detection and not ad-hoc operation in the
DFS band.
This radio transmitter FCCID: SLE-WAPA003-1 has been approved by FCC to operate with the
antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for
each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the
maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.

Antenna List
No. Manufacturer Part No. Peak Gain
1 KINSUN ANT-WDB-O-2 BK (main)(aux) 2.9dBi in 2.4GHz
2.34dBi in 5GHz
2 KINSUN ANT-WDB-ANM-0502 (main)(aux) 4.62 dBi in 2.4GHz
1.41dBi in 5GHz
Note: The antenna connector is Reverse SMAtype (ANT-WDB-O-2 BK) and N type
(ANT-WDB-ANM-0502).
Note:
This is a specific product that requires professional installation and configuration, must be
performed by trained technical engineers to install the antenna, the MOXA agents contact
information as follows:
Moxa Americas Inc.
Moxa Corporate Plaza
601 Valencia Avenue, #100
Brea, California 92823
Tel: 1-888-MOXA-USA (1-888-669-2872)
[phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.moxa.com