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GE Fanuc Automation Programmable Control Products
TranSphere TS Wireless
Extended Range IP Networking Transceivers
Users Manual GFK-2489
January 2008
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes as Used in this Publication
Warning
Caution
Note
Contents
Cyver Security Suite
Accessing the Menu System
Contents
Contents
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Introduction
TranSphere
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Model Offerings
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Applications
Long-Range Wireless LAN
Antenna Placement
Communication Rules
1 Combining Serial and Ethernet Devices
1 DNP3 Protocol-Aware Networks
1 Upgrading an Older Wireless Network with Serial Interfaces
Replacing Legacy Wireless Products
Supplementing a Legacy Wireless Network with IP Services
Cyber Security Suite
1 Intrusion Detection via SNMP Traps
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Product Numbers
Options
1 Accessories
Standards
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Quick Start Instructions
1. Initial Checkout
2. Endpoint Connectivity (PING) Testfor Ethernet Systems Only
3. Set Configuration of AP and Remote Radios
4. Install the Equipment in the Field
Tabletop Setup and Evaluation
Connectors
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Test Setup
Step 1Connect the Antenna Ports
2 Step 2Measure and Connect Dc Power
Power Supply Connections at 28VDC
2 Step 3Configure the Access Point
Log-in and Configuration
Console Terminal (recommended for first-time log-in)
Telnet Connection Using the AP LAN Port (a valid IP address must be set)
Set Key AP Parameters
2 Step 4Configure the Remote Radio
Log-in and Configuration
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Set or Verify Network Address
Step 5Connect Terminal Equipment
Ethernet Device Connection to Remote
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2 Verify Connectivity (PING command)
Serial Connections
AP Management
PC-Based Configuration Software
3 Menu Structure
Starting Information (Read-only items)
Starting Information (Read-only items, continued)
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Accessing the Menu System
Methods of Control
3 PC Connection and Log-In Procedures
Starting a Local Console Session (recommended for first-time users)
Starting a Telnet Session
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Starting a Web Browser Session
3 Navigating the Menus
Navigating via Terminal or Telnet Sessions
Log Out via Terminal Emulator or Telnet
Navigating via a Web Browser
Log Out via Web Browser
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Basic Device Information
Starting Information Screen
3 Main Menu
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Configuring Network Parameters
Network Configuration Menu
3 IP Configuration Menu
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Wireless MAC Configuration Menu
3 Mobility Configuration Menu
3 SNMP Agent Configuration Menu
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Bridge Configuration Menu
3
Configuring Radio Parameters
Radio Configuration Menu
Skip Zones Menu
Frequency Zones
3
Configuring the Serial Interfaces
Overview
Serial-to-Serial Services
IP-to-Serial Services
Configuration
Serial Configuration Wizard
3 Local Serial Configuration Menu
View Current Settings ScreenSerial-to-Serial Example
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View Current Settings ScreenUnicast UDP Mode Example
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3 Remote Serial Gateway Configuration (IP-to-Remote Serial)
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Security Configuration
Security Configuration Menu
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Approved Remotes List Submenu
Wireless Network Menu
3 Remote Management Submenu
Manage Selected Remote Submenu
Broadcast Remote Reprogramming Menu
Remote Database Menu
Endpoint Database Menu
Access Point Database Menu
Statistics And Event Log
3 COM1 and COM2 Data Statistics Menus
3 Remote Serial Gateway Statistics
3 Ethernet and Wireless Packet Statistics
Wireless Packet Statistics
Radio Packet Statistics
3 Event Log Menu
Event Classifications
Time and Date Stamping
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Device Information Menu
Maintenance And Tools
3 Reprogramming Menu
3 Configuration Scripts Menu
3 RSG Configuration Script Menu
3
PING Utility Menu
Authorization Codes Menu
A) Authorization Key Authorized Features NETview MS enabled DNP3 Handling enabled
3 Transmitter Test Menu
Redundancy Menu
Packet Rx Errors Exceeded Threshold Menu
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DNP3 Routing Menu
Remote Radio Management
Programming Methods
Terminal Interface Mode
Remote Management via the AP
Log-in Procedure
Entering Remote Commands
Minimum Configuration for Remotes
Commands
The table below summarizes commands for the Remote transceiver.
4 Detailed Command Descriptions
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Upgrading Remote Firmware
Sample Configurations
IP-to-Local Serial Application Example
Establishing a Connection
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IP-to-Local Serial Port Application Configuration
IP-to-Remote Serial Application Example
IP-to-Remote Serial Application Configuration
Endpoint Device Connected to the AP
IP-to-Remote Serial Application Configuration
5 Point-to-Point, Serial-to-Serial Application Example
Point-to-Point Serial-to-Serial Configuration
Step-by-step instructions for configuring a point-to-point serial connection
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5 Point-to-Multipoint, Serial-to-Serial Application Example
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5 Mixed-Mode Application Example
Installation
Installation in Hazardous Locations
General Requirements
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Site Selection
Conducting a Site Survey
6 Terrain and Signal Strength
A Word About Radio Interference
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Mounting Dimensions for Radios
Mounting Bracket Spacing
Remote Mounting Brackets Spacing
DIN Rail Mounting Option
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Antenna and Feedline Selection
Antennas
6 Feedlines
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Maintaining Compliance at 900 MHz (U.S.A. and Canada Only)
How Much Output Power Can Be Used?(U.S.A. and Canada, 900 MHz systems)
Calculating System Gain
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How Much Output Power Can Be Used? (U.S.A. and Canada, 2400 MHz systems)
Calculating System Gain
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Antenna System Gain versus Power Output Setting (U.S.A. and Canada only)
How Much Output Power Can Be Used? (ETSI 2400 Mhz Systems)
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Optimizing Performance
Principles of Wireless Network Operation
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Aiming Directive Antennas for Maximum RSSI
Procedure
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Tips for Improving Data Throughput
To Maximize Overall Data Performance
Troubleshooting and Radio Tests
Troubleshooting
7 Interpreting the Front Panel LEDs
Symptom-Based Troubleshooting Using LEDs
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Troubleshooting Using the Embedded Management System
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Ethernet Packet Statistics Menu
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Serial Port and Remote Serial Statistics Menus
Diagnostic Tools
7 Using Logged Operation Events
TranSphere TS Wireless Event Codes
The table below describes the transceiver event codes.
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Technical Reference
Upgrading Firmware
Upgrading the Transceiver Firmware
Upgrade ConfigurationTFTP Server and Firmware File on Same CPU
Upgrade ConfigurationTFTP server and firmware file on remote server
Upgrade Procedure
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Using Configuration Scripts
Sample of an Exported Configuration File
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Editing Configuration Files
Editing Rules
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Data Interface Connectors
LAN/ETH Port
8 COM1 Port
COM2 Port
Technical Specifications
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Dbm-Watts-Volts Conversion Chart
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Terms and Abbreviations
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Index
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