Phoenix Contact UM EN FL WLAN 5100 User manual

User manual
FL WLAN 510x
UM EN FL WLAN 5100

2017-12-13
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FL WLAN 510x
UM EN FL WLAN 5100
08
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Designation Order No.
FL WLAN 5100 2700718
FL WLAN 5101 2701093
FL WLAN 5102 2701850
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Table of contents
1 Technical description .................................................................................................................8
1.1 General description ............................................................................................... 8
1.2 Country-specific registrations and standards......................................................... 9
1.2.1 FL WLAN 5100 ...................................................................................... 9
1.2.2 Information on setting the equipment for using gain antennas ............... 9
1.2.3 FL WLAN 5101 .................................................................................... 10
1.2.4 FL WLAN 5102 .................................................................................... 11
1.3 Firmware ............................................................................................................. 12
2 Mounting/antenna configuration ...............................................................................................13
2.1 Connections and operating elements .................................................................. 13
2.1.1 Electrical connection ............................................................................ 14
2.1.2 Mounting .............................................................................................. 14
2.1.3 Configuration of the antenna connections ............................................ 18
3 Startup and configuration .........................................................................................................21
3.1 Safety and installation instructions ...................................................................... 21
3.2 Installation notes.................................................................................................. 22
3.3 Status and diagnostics indicators ....................................................................... 24
3.3.1 Meaning of the LAN1/2 indicators ........................................................ 25
3.3.2 Meaning of the LEDs as signal quality indicators in client mode .......... 25
3.4 Configuration using the MODE button ................................................................. 25
3.4.1 General sequence ............................................................................... 25
3.4.2 Changing the firmware image using the MODE button ........................ 27
3.4.3 Connection to a PC .............................................................................. 28
3.4.4 Assigning the IP address via BootP (with IPAssign) ............................. 29
3.4.5 Assigning the IP address using IPAssign.exe ...................................... 29
3.4.6 Using the digital input and output ......................................................... 31
3.5 Startup via the web interface ............................................................................... 32
3.5.1 General information in the web interface .............................................. 32
3.6 Quick setup ......................................................................................................... 34
3.6.1 Operation as an access point ............................................................... 36
3.6.2 Operation as a client ............................................................................ 38
3.7 SD card for saving the device configuration ........................................................42
3.7.1 Inserting the SD card ........................................................................... 43
3.7.2 Saving the device configuration ........................................................... 44
3.8 Firmware Update ................................................................................................. 45
3.8.1 HTTP ................................................................................................... 45
3.8.2 TFTP .................................................................................................... 45
3.8.3 Via SD card .......................................................................................... 45

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3.8.4 Via BootP/TFTP ................................................................................... 46
3.9 Operating modes of the device............................................................................ 47
3.9.1 Operating mode: Access Point ............................................................ 47
3.9.2 Operating mode: Client ........................................................................ 48
3.9.3 Operating mode: Repeater .................................................................. 51
3.9.4 Operating mode: Machine Admin ........................................................ 55
3.10 Profinet assistance mode .................................................................................... 57
3.10.1 WLAN in PROFINET applications ........................................................ 57
3.11 EtherNet/IP™: optimizing multicast transmission ................................................ 58
3.12 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).............................................................................. 61
3.12.1 Running WPS using the MODE button ................................................. 61
3.13 Quality of Service ................................................................................................ 61
3.14 Cluster management ........................................................................................... 62
3.14.1 Searching and selecting cluster devices .............................................. 62
3.14.2 Identifying cluster-relevant parameters in the web interface ................66
3.14.3 Properties of cluster management ....................................................... 67
3.15 Using file transfer................................................................................................. 67
3.16 DHCP server ....................................................................................................... 68
3.17 Event handling..................................................................................................... 69
3.17.1 Selecting network events in web-based management ......................... 70
3.17.2 Digital input and output: selecting local events in
web-based management ..................................................................... 70
3.18 Access via the Command Line Interface (CLI)..................................................... 71
3.18.1 General access via a console (e.g., Windows) .................................... 71
3.18.2 Configuration of client roaming via the CLI ........................................... 72
4 Menu/Functions .......................................................................................................................73
4.1 Parameter list for the configuration ...................................................................... 74
5 Diagnostics ..............................................................................................................................87
5.1 WLAN signal strength diagnostics in Client mode ............................................... 87
5.2 WLAN channel assignment diagnostics in Access Point mode ........................... 89
5.3 WLAN signal strength diagnostics in Access Point mode.................................... 89
6 Technical data .........................................................................................................................91
6.1 Notes on NCC approval for Taiwan ..................................................................... 94
6.1.1 NCC Warning ....................................................................................... 94
6.1.2 MPE Statement .................................................................................... 94
6.2 Ordering data ...................................................................................................... 94

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WLAN 5100 – next generation industrial WLAN
Industrial WLAN network solutions from Phoenix Contact open up new possibilities for cre-
ating production and logistics processes more efficiently, reliably, and easily. The fields of
application are:
•Reliable, safe, and fast communication with mobile or moving automation and produc-
tion systems
•Real-time access to network resources and maintenance information for increasing
productivity and speeding up decision-making processes
The WLAN modules in the 510x series offer maximum reliability, data throughput, and
range. The new WLAN 510x combines robust industrial technology with high 802.11n per-
formance and modern MIMO (multiple input, multiple output) antenna technology in ex-
tremely compact metal housing. MIMO technology with three antennas significantly in-
creases the robustness, speed, and range of wireless communication. This is particularly
noticeable under challenging industrial conditions.
A special feature of the WLAN 510x modules is their quick and easy configuration. The con-
figuration of a WLAN access point is automatically distributed to all other access points in
the WLAN network using the cluster management function. At the touch of a button, WLAN
clients can also be integrated easily into the WLAN network without configuration thanks to
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup).

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1 Technical description
1.1 General description
Compact wireless access point/client with the following properties:
– Operation as a WLAN access point, repeater or client
– Supports WLAN 802.11 standards a, b, g, and n
– Operation in the ISM band at 2.4 GHz frequency or in the 5 GHz band
– IP20 protection
– Connections: COMBICON for supply voltage (10 to 36 V DC), 2 x RJ45 ports for LAN
– Configuration via WBM, SNMP, and CLI via SSH/Telnet
– Security functions according to 802.11i: WPA2, WPA-PSK, TKIP, and AES
– Connections for three antennas (MIMO technology/connection method: RSMA/not
supplied as standard)
Figure 1-1 FL WLAN AP 5100
Unless otherwise expressly stated, all information provided in this user manual always ap-
plies to both the FL WLAN 5100 and the FL WLAN 5101.

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1.2 Country-specific registrations and standards
1.2.1 FL WLAN 5100
The FL WLAN 5100 is a WLAN device with access point and client functionality. The device
uses the WLAN standard in the license-free 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands which are free of
charge.
The device satisfies all the requirements of Directive 2014/53/EU:
– Additional information can be found in the manufacturer's declaration which is available
in the e-shop at phoenixcontact.net/product/2700718.
Depending on the maximum possible transmission power, device operation must be ap-
proved or registered in some countries. Furthermore, there may be a usage restriction for
the transmission power.
Approvals for other countries are available on request.
Phoenix Contact hereby declares that this wireless system complies with the basic require-
ments and other relevant regulations specified in Directive 2014/53/EU. The EU declaration
of conformity can be found in the "Download" area via the following link: phoenixcon-
tact.net/product/2700718.
1.2.2 Information on setting the equipment for using gain anten-
nas
Compliance with regulations stipulates setting the transmission power so that the emitted
power does not exceed the permitted limit value. This value is 2.4 GHz for 20 dBm and 5
GHz for 23 dBm in Europe (EIRP). The following table lists the set value for Europe for the
respective antenna under consideration of the antenna cable in the "Max. transmission
power" column.
A current list including the national approvals is available in the e-shop at
phoenixcontact.net/product/2700718.
Make sure you observe the regulations of the relevant regulatory body for device opera-
tion in all countries.
Europe (ETSI)
Frequency range Maximum transmission power at
antenna output
2400 ... 2483 MHz 17 dBm
5150 ... 5725 MHz 23 dBm
Table 1-1 Transmission power setting for FL WLAN 5100
Antenna Frequency
band in GHz
Gain
in dBi
Antenna cable Attenua-
tion in dB
Max. transmission
power in dBm
ANT-OMNI-2459-02
27 01 40 8
2.4 2.5 RAD-PIG-EF316-N-RSMA
2701402
1.0 18
5 5 1.4 19
RAD-ISM-2400-ANT-VAN-3-0-RSMA
27 01 35 8
2.4 3 incl. incl. 17

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*When using the same cable type at a different length, the transmission power can be
adapted according to the cable losses.
1.2.3 FL WLAN 5101
Furthermore, the following approvals have been performed and passed for the FL WLAN
5101 device (Order No. 2701093):
– FCC/CFR 47, Part 15 (USA)
– Radio communication Act R.S.C., 1985, c. R-2
1.2.3.1 FCC information
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A dig-
ital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide rea-
sonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a com-
mercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at his own expense.
NOTICE:
RAD-ISM-2400-ANT-OMNI-2-1-RSMA
27 01 36 2
2.4 2.1 incl. incl. 17
RAD-ISM-2400-ANT-OMNI-6-0
28 85 91 9
2.4 6 RAD-PIG-RSMA/N-1.0*
2903264
0.8 14
RAD-2400-ANT-OMNI-6-0-SW
29 03 21 9
2.4 6 RAD-PIG-RSMA/N-1.0*
2903264
0.8 14
RAD-ISM-2459-ANT-FOOD-6-0-N
27 02 89 8
2.4 up to 6 RAD-PIG-RSMA/N-1.0*
2903264
0.8 14
5upto8 1.116
ANT-OMNI-5900-01
27 01 34 7
55RAD-PIG-RSMA/N-1.0*
2903264
119
ANT-DIR-2459-01
27 01 18 6
2.4 9 RAD-PIG-RSMA/N-1.0*
2903264
0.8 10
59 1.114
ANT-DIR-5900-01
27 01 34 8
59RAD-PIG-RSMA/N-1.0*
2903264
1.1 14
FL RUGGED BOX OMNI-1
27 01 43 0
2.4 2.5 RAD-PIG-EF316-N-RSMA
2701402
118
55 1.419
FL RUGGED BOX OMNI-2
27 01 43 9
2.4 2.5 RAD-PIG-EF316-N-RSMA
2701402
118
55 1.419
FL RUGGED BOX DIR-1
27 01 44 0
2.4 9 RAD-PIG-RSMA/N-3.0
2903266
2.4 14
59 3.318
Table 1-1 Transmission power setting for FL WLAN 5100
Antenna Frequency
band in GHz
Gain
in dBi
Antenna cable Attenua-
tion in dB
Max. transmission
power in dBm
The FL WLAN 5101 device, Order No. 2701093, can be used in the USA and Canada. It
does not have CE approval and may not be operated in Europe. It is only available for ex-
port.

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This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique
de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
NOTICE:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada licence-ex-
empt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1this device may not cause harmful interference, and
2this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
1l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
2l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est
susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
NOTICE:
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Phoenix Con-
tact GmbH & Co. KG may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment.
Radio frequency radiation exposure Information:
This equipment complies with FCC and IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncon-
trolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum dis-
tance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour
un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum
de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.
Ce transmetteur ne doit pas etre place au meme endroit ou utilise simultanement avec un
autre transmetteur ou antenne.
1.2.4 FL WLAN 5102
The device has wireless approval for Japan.
Figure 1-2 Giteki logo and approval number on the device
The FL WLAN 5102 device, Order No. 2701850, can be used in Japan. It does not have
CE approval and may not be operated in Europe. It is only available for export.
R
202-LSC007
T
D 14-0009 202

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1.3 Firmware
Table 1-2 Firmware functions
Firmware version Functions
FW 1.6x The “Machine admin mode” (second SSID) and DHCP server func-
tions are available as of this FW version.
FW 1.68 Country-specific registration for Japan as of this FW version (FL
WLAN 5102)
FW 1.92 – Multicast filtering
– WEP 64/128 encryption in client mode
– Country-specific registration for China, South Korea, and Sin-
gapore (FL WLAN 5100)
– Country-specific registration for Japan (FL WLAN 5102)
– MAC filter in repeater mode
– Optimization of roaming parameters via CLI
FW 1.95 – SSID character: exclamation point and spaces are allowed
– Extended diagnostic functions (Alarm & Events)
FW 2.0 – DHCP server extended: configurable address of the DNS
server
– Unicast ARP requests are supported in MCB mode
FW 2.3 – Improved roaming functions available in default settings (roam-
ing settings that have already been changed are retained after
a firmware update)
– Default WLAN channel changed from 7 to 6 (2.4 GHz)
– New version of IP Assign integrated
– Additional information on the latest firmware changes for the
respective product can be found in the e-shop at phoenixcon-
tact.com
Additional information on the latest firmware changes for the respective product can be
found in the e-shop at phoenixcontact.com or at phoenixcontact.net/product/2700718.

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2 Mounting/antenna configuration
2.1 Connections and operating elements
Figure 2-1 Connections and operating elements of the device
1. Connections for supply voltage and one digital input or output via COMBICON (X3)
2. Two Ethernet connections in RJ45 format with 100 Mbps (X1, X2)
3. Mode button for setting various preconfigured states
4. Status and diagnostic LEDs
5. Slot for optional memory card, in SD format (X4)
6. RSMA (female) antenna connections (X5, X6, X7)
X4 MEM
WLAN 5100
MODE
WLAN
D
C
B
A
FAIL
LAN 1
LAN 2
DI
US
1
2
3
4
5
X4 MEM
WLAN 5100
MODE
WLAN
D
C
B
A
FAIL
LAN1
LAN2
DI
US
6
X5
X6
X7

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2.1.1 Electrical connection
Figure 2-2 Connecting the supply voltage and the input/output
2.1.2 Mounting
2.1.2.1 DIN rail mounting
Use the DIN rail guide to position the module on the upper edge of the DIN rail, and snap
the module into place by pushing it downward.
Figure 2-3 Snapping the module onto the DIN rail
When using remote antennas, always keep the antenna cable as short as possible to
avoid an attenuation of the wireless signal.
Preferably use the mounting position illustrated in the following graphic.
A1
A2

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2.1.2.2 Removal
Insert a suitable tool (e.g., bladed screwdriver) into the latch and pull the latch downward
(B1).
Figure 2-4 Removing the module from the DIN rail
2.1.2.3 Housing dimensions
Figure 2-5 Housing dimensions without protruding parts in mm
B1
B2
X4
D WLAN
LAN 1
LAN 2
DI
US
C
B
A
FAIL
MODE
WLAN 5100
MEM
109
100
40
115

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2.1.2.4 Wall mounting
The FL WLAN 5100 PA mounting kit (Order No. 2701092) can be used to mount the device
on a wall.
Figure 2-6 Securing the mounting kit
Use the two screws provided to secure the device to the base plate.
The two 4.5 mm bore holes can be used for mounting.
2.1.2.5 Dimensions of the mounting kit and drill hole template
Figure 2-7 Dimensions of the mounting kit and drill hole template in mm
Preferably use the mounting position illustrated in the following graphic.
X4 MEM
WLAN 5100
MODE
WLAN
D
C
B
A
FAIL
LAN1
LAN2
DI
US
X4
DW
LAN
LAN1
LAN2
DI
US
C
B
A
FAIL
MODE
WLAN 5100
MEM
125
140
95
64
Ø4,2
9,2

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2.1.2.6 Mounting in the IP65 housing
Phoenix Contact offers an IP65 housing (FL RUGGED BOX OMNI-1) specifically for use in
conjunction with the FL WLAN 510x. Three omnidirectional antennas (dual band, 2.4 GHz,
and 5 GHz) are supplied as standard with the housing. They are screwed directly onto the
housing. Also included are three antenna connecting cables, the necessary DIN rail (144
mm), plus cable feed-throughs. The WLAN access point is not supplied as standard.
Housing dimensions of FL RUGGED BOX OMNI-1
Width: 180 mm
Height: 250 mm
Depth: 140 mm
Figure 2-8 IP65 protective housing with antennas and cable feed-throughs
Additional Rugged Box versions can be found at www.phoenixcontact.com:
FL RUGGED BOX, Order No. 2701204
FL RUGGED BOX OMNI-2, Order No. 2701439
FL RUGGED BOX DIR-1, Order No. 2701440
Please note that the following products are not part of the NCC approval for Taiwan:
FL RUGGED BOX OMNI-1
FL RUGGED BOX
FL RUGGED BOX OMNI-2
FL RUGGED BOX DIR-1
Please note that the following product is not part of the NCC approval for Taiwan:
FL RUGGED BOX OMNI-2

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2.1.3 Configuration of the antenna connections
The device is supplied ready for operation with three antennas by default. If you connect
fewer antennas, you must configure the device accordingly in WBM. This can be done
under “Advanced WLAN” -> “Antenna port configuration”.
Figure 2-9 Assignment of the antenna connections
2.1.3.1 Antenna mounting distances
The WLAN 510x supports MIMO (multiple input, multiple output) antenna technology. Up to
three antennas are used which are connected to connections X5, X6, X7. The antennas
should be connected via an antenna cable outside the control cabinet, so they can radiate
NOTE: Damage to the device due to incorrect configuration
Always operate the device with the three antennas supplied or adapt the configuration ac-
cordingly if using fewer than three antennas.
Table 2-1 Configuration of the antenna connections
Number of antennas
used
Designation of the
antenna connection
Configuration
3 antennas X5, X6, X7 Default settings
2 antennas X5, X7 Configuration via WBM re-
quired
1 antenna X5 Configuration via WBM re-
quired

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well into the area. This means that the radiating element of the antenna should not be lo-
cated too close to conductive objects, if possible. Keep a distance of more than 200 mm, if
possible. Smaller distances are possible, however, they may affect radiation.
Figure 2-10 Correct and incorrect antenna mounting using an omnidirectional antenna
as an example
Distance between the antennas
The distance between the three antennas of a device must be at least 80 mm each to en-
sure decoupling of the data streams that are transmitted in parallel (MIMO technology). If
larger distances of approximately 200 mm to 500 mm between the antennas are mechani-
cally feasible, this may lead to further improvement.
For the same reason, antennas should not be screwed directly onto the device.
Figure 2-11 Do not screw several antennas onto the device

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