Silex technology X-5 User manual

Multicast Distribution System
X-5
User's Guide
- Multicast Distribution Feature -
WA101050XA

Copyright© 2016 silex technology, Inc. All rights reserved.

Index
1. Introduction.....................................................................1
1-1. This Manual ............................................................................................................................ 1
Disclaimers.................................................................................................................................. 1
Trademarks ................................................................................................................................. 1
1-2. User Registration and Services for X-5 ......................................................................... 2
User Registration ...................................................................................................................... 2
Services ........................................................................................................................................ 2
Customer Support Center ..................................................................................................... 2
2. X-5................................................................................ 3
2-1. Features and System Conguration.............................................................................. 4
Features........................................................................................................................................ 4
System Conguration ............................................................................................................. 5
2-2. Parts and Functions............................................................................................................. 6
2-3. Product Specications .....................................................................................................11
Basic Specications................................................................................................................11
Communication Protocol Specications........................................................................14
Interface Specications........................................................................................................14
2-4. Usage Notes.........................................................................................................................15
Wireless Signals.......................................................................................................................15
Copyrights for Video and Audio Content.......................................................................17
3. X-5 Settings and Installation ...................................19
3-1. Required Items....................................................................................................................19
3-2. Building the Setting Environment...............................................................................21

3-3. X-5 Settings ..........................................................................................................................23
Assigning IP Addresses.........................................................................................................23
Parameter Settings.................................................................................................................25
Screen Adjustment ................................................................................................................31
3-4. X-5 Installation ....................................................................................................................33
Characteristics of Supplied Antenna...............................................................................34
Obtaining Line of Sight ........................................................................................................35
4. Video and Audio Distribution and Maintenance ...37
4-1. Video and Audio Distribution........................................................................................37
4-2. Maintenance Using the Web Interface.......................................................................38
Accessing the Web Page of X-5..........................................................................................38
Status Page ...............................................................................................................................40
Conguration Page................................................................................................................44
Management Page.................................................................................................................51
4-3. Initialization of Settings...................................................................................................56
A. Appendix ..................................................................57
A-1. List of Setting Items..........................................................................................................57

1. Introduction
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Thank you for purchasing the Multicast Distribution System X-5 (called "X-5" below).
Disclaimers
1. Introduction
- The unauthorized transfer or copying of the content of this manual, in whole or in part,
without prior written consent is expressly prohibited by law.
- The content of this manual is subject to change without notice.
- This manual was prepared to accurately match the content of each OS, but the actual
information shown on the computer monitor may differ from the content of this manual
due to future OS version upgrades, modifications, and other changes.
- Although every effort was made to prepare this manual with the utmost accuracy, Silex
Technology will not be held liable for any damages as a result of errors, setting examples,
or other content.
Trademarks
- Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
- Ethernet is a trademark of Xerox Corporation.
- Other company names and product names contained in this manual are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
1-1. This Manual
X-5 includes a Multicast Distribution feature for IP multicast transfer of video/audio from
players (computers and DVD players) to displays (TVs and monitors) and a Store & Play
feature for playing back video in storage devices using the receiver only.
This manual describes the setting and operating procedures when using the Multicast
Distribution feature of X-5. For details on using the Store & Play feature, refer to the
separate manual "User's Guide: Store & Play Feature".

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X-5 User's Guide
1-2. User Registration and Services for X-5
To enable us to provide better services (support and repair), please perform the user
registration process from our website.
User registration is performed from the URL below.
USA: http://www.silexamerica.com/support/product-registration/
Japan: http://www.silex.jp/register/
- The product serial number is required for user registration.
The serial number is provided on the rear panel of the product.
Note
User Registration
- Latest firmware available for download
- Latest software available for download
- Latest manuals available for download
- Support Information (FAQ)
Services
The services below are available from the Silex Technology website. For details, please visit
the Silex Technology website.
USA: http://www.silexamerica.com/
Japan: http://www.silex.jp/
Customer Support Center
Customer Support is available by e-mail or telephone for any problems that you may
encounter.
If you cannot find the relevant problem in this manual or on our website, or if the corrective
procedure does not resolve the problem, please contact Silex Technology Customer
Support.
Contact Information
Phone E-mail
USA [phone] suppor[email protected]
Japan [phone] suppor[email protected]
- Refer to the Silex Technology website (http://www.silexamerica.com/) for the latest FAQ and available
product information.
Note

2. X-5
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2. X-5
MDS is an abbreviation for Multicast Distribution System and is a system for IP multicast
transfer of the video/audio from players (computers and DVD players) to displays (TVs and
monitors).
The devices connected to computers, DVD players, and other players are referred to
as "transmitters", and the devices connected to projectors and displays are referred to
as "receivers". The transmitter encodes the signals that are output from the player and
distributes the encoded data in realtime to the receiver, where the data is then decoded
and output.

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Features
2-1. Features and System Configuration
The features and system configuration of X-5 are shown below.
[Video and Audio Control]
- Uses Silex Technology's proprietary "JPEG-XR" as video codec
-
Uses 16-bit stereo+monaural PCM (sampling rate: 32KHz / 44.1KHz / 48KHz) as audio codec
- Multi-resolution support (640 x 480 to 1920 x 1080)
- Maximum frame rate of 30 fps
- Includes video and audio synchronizing function ("Lip-sync")
- Includes Store & Play feature for playing back video on a storage device using the
receiver only.
(*For details on using X-5 with the Store & Play feature, refer to the separate manual
"User's Guide: Store & Play Feature".)
[Network Control]
- Multicast for enabling simultaneous batch sending to multiple receivers
(During wired connection: Up to 1000 receivers, During wireless connection: Up to 32
receivers)
- Time correction with transmitter of receiver enables playback synchronization
between receivers
- Support for both wired LANs (10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T) and
wireless LANs
(IEEE802.11a/g/n: Infrastructure mode)
- Network interface select function of transmitter enables distribution of data only
to the network interfaces connected by a receiver (wired LAN or wireless LAN) for
reducing traffic of networks where the receiver is not connected
- Support for remote management function based on SX Smart Manager (sold
separately)
[Other Features]
- Internal web page for making various settings

2. X-5
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System Configuration
An example of a network system configuration using X-5 is shown below.
Wireless
(IEEE 802.11a/n)
Hub/Switch
Wireless
Wired
Transmitter
Player
Receiver Display
Receiver Display
Receiver Display
Receiver Display
Receiver Display
Receiver Display

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2-2. Parts and Functions
The names and functions of X-5T / X-5R are shown below.
(The transmitter (X-5T) and receiver (X-5R) have an identical appearance. They can be
distinguished by the model name written on the label on the rear panel. When they are
turned on, it is possible to distinguish the model by a color of PWR LED.)
(Front Panel)
(Top Panel) (1)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(2)
[ X-5T / X-5R ]

2. X-5
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Status
(1) Function switch Transmitter:
(Function is not assigned.)
Receiver:
If multiple transmitters are installed in the network when using the multicast distribution
feature, the transmitter that distributes the video can be switched.
(2)
Wireless LAN antenna This is an antenna for performing wireless LAN communication.
(3) PWR LED
(green/orange/red)
Solid green Transmitter mode (X-5T)
Solid orange Receiver mode (X-5R)
Flashing red Uploading the firmware
(4) STAT LED
(green/orange/red)
Flashing green Video conversion in progress (transmitter digital)
Flashing orange Video conversion in progress
(transmitter analog, receiver digital/analog)
Solid red Resolution error, video conversion process error
(5) LAN LED
(green/orange)
Solid green 1000Base Link (connected to TX or RX)
Flashing green 1000Base Link (not connected to TX or RX)
Solid orange 10/100Base Link (connected to TX or RX)
Flashing orange 10/100Base Link (not connected to TX or RX)
(6) WLAN LED
(green/orange/red)
Solid green Host mode (connected to TX or RX by wireless LAN)
Flashing green Host mode (no wireless link/not connected to TX or RX)
Solid orange Client mode (connected to TX or RX by wireless LAN)
Flashing orange Client mode (no wireless link/not connected to TX or RX)
Flashing red Communication error in wireless LAN
(7) Power connector Connects the AC adapter.
(8) USB port Connects a USB storage device.
Transmitter:
(Function is not assigned.)
Receiver:
Saves the content data.
(9) Status LED (yellow) On Receiving packets (turns on at 0.5-second intervals when receiving)
Off Not receiving packets
(10) Link LED
(green/orange)
Solid green 1000Base Link (communicating with TX or RX)
Solid orange 10/100Base Link (communicating with TX or RX)
Off Link not established
(11) Audio output jack Connects the audio cable (audio output jack).
(12) DVI-I connector Connects the DVI cable.
(13) RESET switch Returns X-5 settings to the factory defaults.
(For the detailed operating procedure, see "4-3 Initializing the Settings".)
(14) Network port Connects the network cable.
(Bottom Panel) (7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)
(12)
(13)
(14)

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(2)
The names and functions of X-5SR are shown below.
(Front Panel)
(Top Panel)
FN
(1)
[ X-5SR ]
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)

2. X-5
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(Bottom Panel)
DC5V IN
AUDIO
DVI
ETHER
microSD
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)
(12)
(13)
(Side Panel)
USB
RESET
Status
(1) Function switch If multiple transmitters are installed in the network when using the multicast
distribution feature, the transmitter that distributes the video can be switched.
(2)
Wireless LAN antenna This is an antenna for performing wireless LAN communication.
(3) PWR LED
(green/orange/red)
Solid green (Function is not assigned.)
Flashing green Copying data from USB thumb drive to microSD card.
Solid orange Receiver mode (X-5SR)
Data copy from USB thumb drive to microSD card has successfully
been completed. Now, it is safe to remove the USB thumb drive.
Flashing orange Data copy from USB thumb drive to microSD card has failed.
The copy has failed but it is safe to remove the USB thumb drive.
Solid red Uploading the firmware
(4) STAT LED
(green/orange/red)
Flashing green (Function is not assigned.)
Flashing orange Video conversion in progress
(receiver digital)
Solid red Resolution error, video conversion process error
(5) LAN LED
(green/orange)
Solid green 1000Base Link (connected to TX)
Flashing green 1000Base Link (not connected to TX)
Solid orange 10/100Base Link (connected to TX)
Flashing orange 10/100Base Link (not connected to TX)
(14)
(15)

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(6) WLAN LED
(green/orange/red)
Solid green Host mode (connected to TX by wireless LAN)
Flashing green Host mode (no wireless link/not connected to TX)
Solid orange Client mode (connected to TX by wireless LAN)
Flashing orange Client mode (no wireless link/not connected to TX)
Flashing red Communication error in wireless LAN
(7) microSD slot Insert a microSD card which will save the content data.
* After a microSD card is inserted to the slot, x it by screwing the cover that came with X-5.
(8) Power connector Connects the AC adapter.
(9) Status LED
(yellow)
On Receiving packets (turns on at 0.5-second intervals when receiving)
Off Not receiving packets
(10) Link LED
(green/orange)
Solid green 1000Base Link (communicating with TX)
Solid orange 10/100Base Link (communicating with TX)
Off Link not established
(11) Audio output jack Connects the audio cable (audio output jack).
(12) DVI-D connector Connects the DVI-D cable.
(13) Network port Connects the network cable.
(14) RESET switch Returns X-5 settings to the factory defaults.
(For the detailed operating procedure, see "4-3 Initializing the Settings".)
(15) USB port Connects a USB storage device.
- When the PWR LED blinks Green, data copy is in process from USB thumb drive to microSD card. When the
data copy has successfully been completed, the PWR LED will turn Orange, and when it has failed, the PWR
LED will blink Orange. In both cases, the USB thumb drive can safely be removed.
- If all of four LEDs blink Red at the front of X-5 , it is not safe to remove the USB thumb drive. In such a case,
disconnect the AC plug from outlet before you remove the USB thumb drive.
TIP
- If the PWR LED blinks Orange, data copy from USB thumb drive may have failed due to a lack of available
disk space on the microSD card.
- The PWR LED will stop blinking Orange and start to constantly turn Orange after the USB thumb drive is
removed.
Note

2. X-5
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2-3. Product Specifications
CPU Marvell "88F6180" 800MHz (32-bit ARM)
RAM 128 MB DDR
ROM 16 MB
Interface Video DVI-I x 1
(Analog RGB input/output uses conversion cable.)
Audio 3.5mm stereo mini-jack x 1
Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX / 1000BASE-T Auto-detect (RJ-45) x 1
Wireless IEEE802.11a/b/g/n mini PCIe module x 1 (SX-PCEAN)
Power supply AC adapter (operating voltage: 5 V)
LED Front panel: 4 LEDs
"PWR" / "STAT" / "WLAN" / "LAN"
Bottom panel: 2 LEDs
RJ-45 "Link" / "Status"
Push switch Top panel: Function switch
Bottom panel: Setting reset switch
Video input/output support Resolution auto-detect
Supported resolution Digital
(*1)
Analog
(*1)(*2)
VGA (640x480)  
480p (720x480)  
SVGA (800x600)  
XGA (1024x768)  
720p (1280x720) (*3)
WXGA (1280x768) (*3)
WXGA (1360x768) (*3)
SXGA (1280x1024) (*3)
WSXGA (1600x1024) (*3)
Full-HD (1920x1080) (*3)
(*1) The supported digital and analog refresh rate is 60 Hz only.
(*2)
An analog connection requires a D-sub 15-pin DVI-I conversion adapter or cable.
(*3) The transmitter is not supported, but Store & Play mode in the receiver is supported.
Basic Specifications
[ X-5T / X-5R ]

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CPU Marvel ARMADA370 800MHz (32bit ARM)
RAM 128 MB DDR
ROM 16 MB
Interface Video DVI-D x 1
Audio 3.5mm stereo mini-jack x 1
Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX / 1000BASE-T Auto-detect (RJ-45) x 1
Wireless IEEE802.11a/b/g/n mini PCIe module x 1 (SX-PCEAN)
Power supply AC adapter (operating voltage: 5 V)
LED Front panel: 4 LEDs
"PWR" / "STAT" / "WLAN" / "LAN"
Bottom panel: 2 LEDs
RJ-45 "Link" / "Status"
Push switch Top panel: Function switch
Side panel: Setting reset switch
Video output support Resolution auto-detect
Supported resolution Digital
(*1)
VGA (640x480) 
480p (720x480) 
SVGA (800x600) 
XGA (1024x768) 
720p (1280x720) 
WXGA (1280x768) 
WXGA (1360x768) 
SXGA (1280x1024) 
WSXGA (1600x1024) 
Full-HD (1920x1080) 
(*1) The supported refresh rate is 60 Hz only.
[ X-5SR ]

2. X-5
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Federal Communication Interference Statement (United States only)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in
a commercial 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 not allowed as it is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
This radio module and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Canadian Department of Communications Industry Canada Notice (Canada only)
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.
FCC Rules, Part 15 / Industry Canadian
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux la partie 15 des règles de la FCC et CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts
de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio
frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment
should be installed and operated with the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists,
feet and ankles).
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements énoncées pour un environnement no contrôlé et respecte les
règles les radioélectriques (RF) de la FCC lignes directrices d'exposition dans le Supplément C à OET65 et d’exposition aux fréquences
radioélectriques (RF) CNR-102 de l’IC. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé en gardant une distance de 20 cm ou plus entre le
dispositif rayonnant et le corps (à l’exception des extrémités : mains, poignets, pieds et chevilles).
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser)
gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and
its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful
communication.
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et
d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage
radioélectrique à l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope
rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante.
This radio transmitter 4908B-SXPCEAN has been approved by Industry Canada 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.
Le présent émetteur radio 4908B-SXPCEAN a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-
dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impédance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans
cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'émetteur.
For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channels 1~11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not possible. If this
device is to be operated in the 5.15~5.35GHz frequency range, it is restricted to indoor environment only.
Antenna information: Sleeve Antenna: 1.5dBi (2.4GHz), 2.1dBi (5GHz)
Frequency Tolerance: +/-20ppm
WARNING:
The FCC / Industry Canada regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC / IC Notice

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Video
Interface DVI-I (X-5T / X-5R), DVI-D (X-5SR)
Codec JPEG-XR (proprietary)
Resolution Auto-detect of VGA (640 x 480) to Full-HD (1920 x 1080)
Frame Rate Maximum 30 fps
Setting Image position adjustment
Audio
Interface 3.5mm stereo mini-jack
Codec 16-bit PCM
Sampling rate 32 KHz, 44.1 KHz, 48 KHz
USB
Standards USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (USB 3.0 Super Speed is backward compatible)
Memory Up to 32GB
File system FAT, FAT32
Partition 1 partition only
Device insertion or removal
while the unit is powered on
X-5T / X-5R: Insertion/removal of USB thumb drive is prohibited.
X-5SR: Insertion of USB thumb drive is allowed any time when X-5SR is powered on.
Removal of USB thumb drive is allowed when it is safe to remove it.
(For when it is safe to remove USB thumb drive, refer to 2-2. Parts and Functions.)
microSD
Supported media micro SD, micro SDHC
Memory micro SD: Up to 2GB, micro SDHC: Up to 32GB
File system FAT, FAT32
Partition 1 partition only
Device insertion or removal
while the unit is powered on
Insertion/removal of micro SD card is prohibited.
Interface Specifications
TCP/IP Network layer ARP, RARP, IPv4, ICMP
IPv4 Organization Local Scope
"239.192.0.0/14" is used for multicasting
Transport layer TCP, UDP
Application layer TELNET, BOOTP, DHCP, HTTP, JCP (proprietary #19541), RTP (proprietary
#50001 to #65535),
X-5 Announcement Protocol (proprietary #50000),
SX-RPC (proprietary via HTTP/RTP), NTP, DNS
Other FLDP For firmware updating
Communication Protocol Specifications

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2-4. Usage Notes
Wireless Signals
Do not use X-5 near the equipment below.
- Industrial, scientific, and medical equipment such as microwave ovens and
pacemakers
- Short-range wireless base stations (wireless base stations that require a license) for
mobile identification used in factory manufacturing lines and other applications
- Low-power wireless base stations (wireless base station that do not require a license)
The above equipment uses the same signal frequency band as wireless LANs. Signal
interference can occur if X-5 is used near the above equipment. This can result in a
communication failure or slow communication speeds.
Cellular phones, PHS, televisions, radios, and other devices use a different frequency
band than the wireless LAN. Therefore, use of these devices near X-5 will not affect
communication by X-5 or by these devices. However, if these devices are brought near a
wireless LAN product, noise may occur in the audio or video due to the electromagnetic
waves generated by X-5 and other wireless LAN products.
Avoid use of X-5 near cellular telephones, PHS, televisions, and radios as much as
possible.
Communication is not possible through reinforced steel, metal, or concrete barriers.
The signals used in X-5 will pass through wood, glass, and other barriers used in a typical
home, and so communication is possible even in rooms with walls made from wood or
glass.
However, the signals will not pass through barriers made of reinforced steel, metal,
concrete, or similar materials.
Communication cannot be performed in rooms with walls made from these types of
materials.
In the same way, communication cannot be performed through floors using reinforced
steel, metal, concrete, or similar materials.

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Wireless Equipment Using the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Bands
The operating frequency band of this equipment is used by microwave ovens, industrial,
scientific, and medical equipment, and also by short-range wireless base stations (wireless
base stations that require a license) and low-power wireless base stations (wireless
base station that do not require a license) for mobile identification used in factory
manufacturing lines and other applications.
- Before using this equipment, check that there are no short-range wireless base
stations or low-power wireless base stations for mobile identification in the
immediate area.
- If any cases of signal interference occur in short-range wireless base stations
for mobile identification due to this equipment, either immediately change the
operating frequency band, or stop the transmission of signals, and contact Silex
Technology about possible corrective actions for preventing interference (such as
installation of a partition).
- In addition, if any cases of signal interference occur in low-power wireless base
stations for mobile identification due to this equipment, or if any other problems
occur, contact Silex Technology.
DS/OF2.4 4
2.4 : Indicates wireless equipment using the 2.4 GHz frequency band.
DS/OF : Indicates that DS-SS and OFDM are being used as the modulation scheme.
4 : Indicates that the estimated interference distance is "40 m maximum".
Indicates that all bands are used and the band for mobile identification devices can be
avoided.
*Meaning of the indicators written on the rear panel of the product
Notes When Using 5 GHz Band
- Usage of the 5.2 GHz band (W52/W53) outdoors is prohibited under the Radio Law of
Japan.
For outdoor usage, use the W56 channel only, and do not use the W52/W53 channel.
- For details about environments where recommended antennas besides the standard
supplied antenna can be used, please contact Silex Technology.