TP-Link TL-WR902AC User manual

Wireless Bridge Quick Start Guide
This device is for the purpose of connecting a FlexRadio to a wireless network when it is not
possible to connect the radio directly to the router with a physical cable.
Package Includes:
WR-902AC Wi-F Travel Router
RJ45 Ethernet Cable
Power Adapter
Quick Start Guide
USB Cable
This package is sold as a convenience option for FlexRadio owners.
Note: FlexRadio does not provide support for this device. This product is sold 'as is'. Please
contact the manufacturer for support if needed.
WiFi data connect speeds can vary for each installation. Your WiFi performance can be
impacted by not only the users in your own home, but also by your neighbors WiFi. WiFi
connections are shared by over a common radio frequency and can affect streaming radio data.
WiFi that is heavily used may impact the performance of your Flex 6000 series radio. Users of
this device should expect occasional dropouts which can result in disconnecting from the radio
when operating over SmartLink. FlexRadio is not responsible for the performance of this device.
It is highly recommended that a hard wired LAN connection be used and to have your radio
connected to your home LAN.
We realize that this is not always possible and provide this as a possible solution. Please
review:
https://helpdesk.flexradio.com/hc/en-us/articles/203469425-Reasons-for-Wireless-Network-Perf
ormance-Problems

Setup Instructions
1. Set hub to “AP/Rng Ext/Client” setting on the side of the device
2. Plug in the device using supplied AC plug and USB adapter cord
3. On your smart phone select the wifi device “TP-Link_XXXX”. The XXXX will be a series
of unique letters and numbers.
a. If you wish to do this from a computer or a laptop, then open your WiFi settings
on your computer and connect to the TP-Link_XXXX WiFI point.

4. Enter the wifi password listed under the 2nd barcode  on the back of your device. The
number in the picture below is just a sample. Your number will be different.
a. This is a temporary connection, so you do not want to remember this access
point name and password if you are asked.
5. Once connected, use a browser on your smart phone open a Web Browser and go to:
http://tplinkwifi.net
6. Enter the user name and password (all lower case) as shown below and press Log in:
USER: admin
PW: admin

7. On the next screen click “Wizard” to begin the setup process (do not click on Operational
Mode)
8. Select “Client” as the “Operation Mode” - Click Next
9. On the following screen locate the wifi router id you will be using by hitting SCAN. (This
is NOT the tp-link router, this is your personal WiFi network) and click the “Connect” link
at the far right of the table. This will prompt you to enter your wifi password. You may
see many WiFI access points, so make sure you pick the same WiFi access point you
use for your home.  (Note: the names on this screen are examples)

10. On the following screen make sure the LAN Type is set to “Smart IP(DHCP)”. Leave the
IP Address and Subnet Mask fields blank. Make sure DHCP button does look like it is
set to Enable, but in fact, it is greyed out so you can leave it as is.
11. Click Next
12. The next screen will give you a “Congratulations” message. Confirm the settings and
click “Finish” at the bottom of the page.
13. After it completes the reboot process and YOUR RADIO IS POWERED OFF  , connect
the ethernet cable from your radio to the TP Link Hub. Also, make sure that you do
provide power to the TP-LINK adapter in case you needed to move the TP-Link bridge to
a new location. Use the supplied cables and power adapter.
14. Power up your FlexRadio
15. You radio should now be available on your home wireless wireless network. You can
test this by starting SmartSDR on a PC or Maestro that is connected to your home
network.

Notes:
● The Radio IP address in SmartSDR/Maestro of the front panel will show a value similar
to your home network, as example, 192.168.1.xxx when you are successfully connected
to your home WiFi.
● Your Network health indicator may show
a varying level of quality. This is to be
expected when you do use WiFi as your
LAN path. Please review the SmartSDR
Users Guide for details on Network
Health Indicator.
● If when start SmartSDR and you do not see your radio on your network, then it is
possible that the ‘TP-Link Bridge’ did not correctly connect to your WiFi. The quickest
resolution is to Reset the TP-Link Bridge by pushing in the Reset button for 5 seconds
with the power applied to the TP-Link Bridge. Once TP-Link Bridge has restarted, start
at the above from Step 1 and double check all your steps.
Note: FlexRadio does not provide support for this device. However, if you follow the directions
carefully, you should have no issue connecting your Flex 6000 radio to your home WiFi.
WiFi data connection speeds can vary for each installation. Your WiFi performance can be
impacted not only the users in your own home, but also by your neighbours WiFi. WiFi
connections are shared by over a common radio frequency. WiFi that is heavily used
(streaming video) may impact the performance of your Flex 6000 series radio. It is highly
recommended that a hard wired LAN connection be used and to have your radio connected to
your home LAN.
We realize that this is not always possible and provide this as a possible solution.