NetComm NTC-30 Series User manual

Quick Start Guide
NTC-30 Series - Outdoor WiFi Router
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Let’s get this show on the road
You must be excited to get started with your Outdoor WiFi Router. If all goes to plan, you’ll be up and
running in no time.
This guide will help you get started as quickly and easily as possible. It’ll help you get connected and
show you all kinds of ways to get the most from your Outdoor WiFi Router. You’ll be able to get your
remote home or ofce connected wirelessly to the internet in no time.
CONTENTS
Let’s make sure you have everything 3
Let’s get started 4
Power options 6
Picking the best spot for installation 7
Connecting via Ethernet 8
Congure the router 12
Connecting wirelessly 16
Wall mounting your Outdoor WiFi Router 17
Pole mounting your outdoor WiFi Router 19
Get to know your Outdoor WiFi Router better 21

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Let’s make sure you have everything
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Wireless Security Card
Keep this card in a secure place for easy access
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ITEM INTERFACE QTY
1Outdoor WiFi Router 1
2WiFi Antennas 2
33G Antennas 2
4Mounting Bracket 1
5Set of wall mounting screws 4
6Set of mounting screws 4
7Cable Glands 2
8Ferrite Core 1
9Hose clampsfor pole mounting 2
10 Wireless Security Card 1
11 Power DC cable 10m (open ended) 1

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Let’s get started
SIM Card installation
1. Remove the protective cap labelled SIM/Reset with a athead screwdriver.
NOTE: If you don’t have a athead screwdriver or you’re having problems, a small coin will do
the trick.
2. Place an activated SIM card into SIM card reader with the metallic part of the SIM card facing up.
3. Push the SIM card in until the spring latches the SIM card in place. You should hear a click. If you
need to remove the SIM card push inward again and the SIM will pop out.
4. Place the protective cap back on securely to ensure it is protected from water and dust (ensure
IP-67 rating).

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Installing the antenna
1. Remove the black protective caps from the WiFi and 3G connectors.
2. Each of the antennas are labelled 3G and WiFi for easy installation. Connect the corresponding
antenna to the antenna connectors by holding onto the metal part of the antenna and rotating
it clockwise.
NOTE: There will be a small gap when you tighten the antenna, when you meet sufcient
resistance the antenna is connected. Take care not to overtighten the antenna or use the
plastic part of the antenna to tighten as this could damage the antenna.

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Power options
The outdoor WiFi Router can be powered via DC power supply or Power over Ethernet (PoE).
DC power option
Your router is provided with a waterproof DC jack allowing it to be powered by a 9~28V DC
power supply.
1. On the bottom interface panel of the router, locate the DC power port and unscrew the protective
cap to expose the connection pins.
2. Connect the DC power jack as shown below to the DC power port of the router and turn the metal
securing ring clockwise while pushing the connector in to secure the DC jack in position.
3. At the other end of the cable, wire the red (positive +) and black (grounding) wires to your 9~28V
DC power supply source.
Power
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PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
1V+ Voltage+
2GND Ground

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Picking the best spot for installation
1. At this point your Outdoor WiFi Router is ready to be installed on the outside of your property,
however before doing so, you will need to nd the best location.
2. To get the strongest signal your Outdoor WiFi Router should ideally be placed towards your nearest
3G tower.
3G tower
3. If you are unsure where your nearest 3G tower is, you can simply unplug and reconnect your
Outdoor WiFi Router at different spots on property to see where you get the strongest signal.
4. Find the area of your property where the most indicators light up, this is where you have the best
signal strength and should install your Outdoor WiFi Router.
Installing your Outdoor WiFi Router outside
Your Outdoor WiFi Router can be mounted directly onto a wall or pole. For wall mounting instructions
see page 17, for pole mounting instructions see page 19.

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Connecting via Ethernet
Before connecting the Ethernet cable (not supplied) you must rst connect the Ferrite Core and
cable gland.
Connecting the Cable Gland
1. Take a cable gland, unscrew the thread lock sealing nut, and remove the inner seal as shown below.
2. Thread the Ethernet cable through the thread lock sealing nut. Open the claw and the seal to place the
cable through it and then pass cable through the body of the cable gland. Align the gland segments in
the orientation as shown below. Plug the seal through the body and tighten the nut.
3. Tighten the cable gland to ensure the seal is adequate. Use a shifter or spanner to ensure IP67 rating.

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Connecting the Ferrite Core
1. After connecting the Cable Gland you now have to connect the Ferrite Core.
2. Locate the end of the Ethernet cable with the cable gland and make a loop in the cable,
approximately 8 cm in diameter.
8 cm
3. Open the Ferrite Core and place the part of the cable that overlaps into the centre.
4. Close the Ferrite Core and ensure that the clips click together to hold the Ferrite Core closed.

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Connecting the Ethernet Cable
1. Remove the protective cap labelled Ethernet with a athead screwdriver or small coin.
2. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Outdoor WiFi Router Ethernet port. The end with the black cable
gland is the end for use with the Outdoor WiFi Router.