Texecom Premier Elite ComWiFi User manual

Installation Manual
Premier Elite ComWiFi
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1. Overview
Introduction
The ComWiFi module allows the Premier & Premier Elite control panels to be
connected to either a Local Area Network (LAN) or Wide Area Network (WAN). The
internet is considered to be a WAN. Once the control panel is connected to a network
the following functions can be achieved:
•Control the alarm system using the Texecom mobile apps, and send push
notifications
•Upload/Download via Wintex UDL
Two Modules are available
•CEK-0001 Premier Elite ComWiFi (PCB Antenna)
•CEK-0002 Premier Elite ComWiFi SMA (External Antenna)
Typical LAN configuration
Premier or
Premier Elite
Control Panel
ComWiFi
Module
Wireless
Router
Wintex
Upload/Download
PC
iOS
or
Android
Device
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PR X
OK
OK

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Typical WAN configuration
Supported Control Panels
The ComWiFi module is supported on the following Premier & Elite Series control
panels:
•Premier Elite 12/24/48/88/168 & 640
•Premier 48/88/168 & 640 V7 or later
General
The installation of the ComWiFi module requires a basic understanding of networking
and TCP/IP protocol. If you are not familiar with these concepts, you may require
assistance from an IT professional before attempting to install the module.
The ComWiFi module is designed to be fitted inside the control panel and is powered
via the harness connection supplied.
Network
Hub/Switch
Wintex
Upload/Download
Wintex
Upload/Download
Router or
Gateway Internet
iOS
or
Android
Device
Premier or
Premier Elite
Control Panel
ComWiFi
Module
 

  









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PR X
OK
OK

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Onboard or External Antenna
For polycarbonate panels, either the ComWiFi with integral antenna or the ComWiFi
with external antenna may be used.
For metal panels the ComWiFi with external antenna is required.
A 6.5mm hole will need to be drilled in the control panel housing to mount the
external antenna.
Metal Panel (CEK-0002)
Polycarbonate Panel (CEK-0001)
Small Poly & Livefront
Large Poly
Drill
6.5mm hole
Drill
6.5mm hole
Drill
6.5mm hole

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PCB Layout
1. 5 way harness connection to control panel
2. LED Indicators (see table below)
a. Hardware flow control (CTS) (for future use)
b. Signal Strength
c. Hardware flow control (DTR) (for future use)
LED Off On Slow Flashing Fast Flashing
A & C Unit Not
connected OK N/A Communication with panel
B
No or Low
Signal
(less than 40%
Signal Strength)
Good
(better than 66%
Signal Strength)
Marginal
(between 40%-
66%)
N/A
3. Antenna/Antenna connection
1
2
3
A B C

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Installation
Introduction
The ComWiFi module requires some initial setup that cannot be done through the
control panel or Wintex. This step by step guide will allow you to achieve the following
and should be carried out in the order detailed in the manual.
•Installation
oInitial Module Setup
oChange Default Account Settings
•Dynamic IP address
•Assign an IP address manually
oReserve the IP address
oSet the DHCP Pool
•Setup Port Forwarding on the Router
•Setup Push Notifications
•Programme the Control Panel
Changing other settings within the setup pages may cause incorrect operation of the ComWiFi
and you will be advised to return the unit to factory settings.
2. Initial Module Setup
These steps MUST be carried out FIRST.
•Connect the ComWiFi onto the comport of the control panel using the lead
provided.
•Using a Wi-Fi enabled computer, tablet or mobile device scan for new wireless
networks.
•Select the 'Com WiFi'network.
•Enter the network key password texecom2015 and press connect.
•On the same device open the Web browser and type the IP address
10.10.100.254 into the address bar.
•You will need to enter the user name as master and the password as 123456.
•You are now online with the ComWiFi module, and should see the system
image shown on the following page.

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•Take a note of the STA Mode MAC Address.
STA Mode MAC Address
: : : : :
3. Change Password & User Name
Before proceeding it is important to change the User Name and Password in order to
keep the ComWiFi secure. Click on Account on the left side of the screen and then
enter a new User Name and Password followed by Save. You will be prompted to
Restart the unit.
Once the unit has restarted reconnect if required and continue.
Please note it is NOT possible to retrieve the User Name & Password once it has been
changed. You will have NO access to the device without it. It is not possible to default the unit
without the User Name & Password.

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Record the details here
User Name
Password
4. Assigning an IP address
Before proceeding you should ensure you can access the wireless router as changes
will need to be made to ensure the ComWiFi will function as expected; and so that
you can configure the router to allow access from the outside world (WAN) should
you require.
You will need to know the following; the default information should be available from
the router documentation:
•The router's SSID (wireless network name)
•The WiFi password
•The IP address of the router

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•The router password
Before assigning an IP address it is important to understand how IP addresses work
and the impact this can have on the performance of the system and the ComWiFi.
IP Address Information
Each TCP/IP node on a network host has a unique IP address. This address provides
the information needed to forward packets on the local network and across multiple
networks if necessary.
IP addresses are specified as x.x.x.x, where each x is a number from 1 to 254; for
example, 192.168.0.200. The ComWiFi must be assigned a unique IP address to use
on a TCP/IP network. If the address is left blank or is programmed as 0.0.0.0 the
ComWiFi module will try to automatically obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (if
one is running on the network).
Port Numbers
The port number used to identify the channel for remote initiated connections. The
default setting is 10001. The range for port settings is: 1-65535 except for the following
reserved ports:
Port Numbers Reserved for
1-1024 Reserved (well known ports)
9999 Telnet setup
14000-14009 Reserved
30718 Reserved
10000 - 10999 Recommended for raw socket connections
Gateway
The gateway address, or router, allows communication to other LAN/WAN segments.
The gateway address should be the IP address of the router connected to the same
LAN segment as the ComWiFi. The gateway address must be within the local
network.
Netmask (Subnet Mask)
A netmask defines the number of bits taken from the IP address that are assigned for
the host section. The default mask is 255.255.255.0 (8 bits).
Automatically Assigned IP Address (DHCP)
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is by far the most common method for
routers to assign devices IP addresses so that they can use WiFi or hardwired
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IP addresses will be assigned, from a "pool" for a "lease" time, and can change from
device day to day; for example when you leave your home and lose WiFi connection
there is no guarantee when you return that you will be given the same address, it may
be in use by something else.
If you allow the wireless router to automatically assign an IP address to the ComWiFi
you may encounter problems with IP conflicts if:
•Another device on the network has ever used the address (and could do
so again)
•The ComWiFi is off line and another device is given the address by the
router
To overcome these potential issues it is advised that the IP address is either reserved
for the ComWiFi, or the IP address used for the ComWiFi is outside of the DHCP
Pool.
Accessing the Router
On a PC open the web browser and type the router's IP address into the address bar
as shown and press enter. Values used are typical only; they may or may not be the
same as the router.
When prompted enter the router user name & password and press Enter.
Once you have access to the router you are looking for DHCP Settings. The example
shown may or may not be the same as the router. You will see a Start & End IP
address, this is the DHCP pool or the range of addresses used by the router when
assigning and address automatically.