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VXT1836 Wireless Video Extender Kit User Guide Version 6.55 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 1 Celeno, the Celeno logo, the tagline High Definition Home Networking, Switched MIMO, OptimizAir and Spatial QoS are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Celeno Communications Ltd. and its subsidiaries or affiliates in the United States and/or other countries. All other company or product names are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. All rights not expressly granted are reserved. pg. 2 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com Table of Contents 1 Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement ................................................... 5 Who should use this guide .......................................................................................................... 6 Support Information ..................................................................................................................... 6 2 Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 7 3 Knowing your VXT1836 Kit ............................................................................................................... 8 Package Contents .......................................................................................................................... 8 Hardware Overview ..................................................................................................................... 8 4 Setting Up your VXT1836 Unit ........................................................................................................ 11 Unit Mode (AP/STA) Setting ..................................................................................................... 12 Powering Up your Devices ........................................................................................................ 12 Pairing your Devices ................................................................................................................... 13 Placing and Connecting your Devices ..................................................................................... 13 Connecting to Your VXT1836 Device ....................................................................................... 14 5 Management - Getting Started ........................................................................................................ 16 Logging into the VXT1836 Management Application ........................................................... 16 Navigating the VXT1836 Management Application .............................................................. 17 6 Managing the VXT1836 Device ....................................................................................................... 19 Configuring the VXT1836 Device ............................................................................................. 20 Defining Network Settings ................................................................................................... 20 Defining Wireless Settings .................................................................................................... 22 Defining Security Settings (Access Point Mode Only) ..................................................... 28 Defining WPS Settings .......................................................................................................... 32 Site Survey (Client Mode Only) ........................................................................................... 36 Stations List (Access Point Mode Only).............................................................................. 38 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 3 Configuring Remote Management ...................................................................................... 39 Performing Administration .................................................................................................. 44 Monitoring the VXT1836 Device ............................................................................................... 48 Viewing System Parameters ................................................................................................. 48 A Troubleshooting VXT1836 Kit .............................................................................................................. 49 Using Rescue Mode: .............................................................................................................. 51 pg. 4 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device is going to be operated in 5.15~5.25GHz frequency range, it is restricted in indoor environment only. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 5 Preface Welcome to the VXT1836 Wireless Video Extender solution from Celeno Communications. The Users Guide will help you to understand the Wireless Video Extender (VXT) solution, how to install it, configure it and troubleshoot problems. Who should use this guide This Users Guide assumes that the reader has basic to intermediate computer and internet skills. All the basic computer networking, Internet, and other information required to configure the home network and the devices is provided herein. Support Information info@celeno.com For support inquiries, please contact our field application engineers at support@celeno.com. pg. 6 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com Introduction 1 Celeno provides high performance Wi-Fi chips and software for HD home networking applications. Celenos OptimizAirTM breakthrough technology enables service providers and consumers to quickly and simply deploy wireless home networks that can securely deliver multiple streams of carrier-quality SDTV and HDTV, and any other multimedia content throughout the home. The Celeno solution is optimized toward Quality of Experience (QoE) and performance consistency in both capacity and coverage. The Wireless Video Extender (VXT) 1836 solution is a Celeno-Powered multi-function unit that can be set as an Access Point or as a Station device. Building a Wireless Video network requires two or more VXT1836 units communicating with each other -
enabling distribution of high-definition video streams from one central location to a TV set in the house without replacing existing routers, gateways, set-top boxes or laying out new cables across the house. Your Wireless Video Extender unit may be used as a:
Wireless Video Extender Access Point (AP) () i.e. connected to home gateway or cable/DSL modem Wireless Video Extender Station (STA) () i.e. connected to set-top box or media storage/player Please Note:
A minimum of two units are required to establish a wireless video extender network One unit should be configured as an Access Point One or more units configured as Stations can be associated with the wireless video extender AP Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 7 2 Knowing your VXT1836 Kit Package Contents Your VXT1836 Kit contains the following items:
1. One VXT1836 wireless video extender unit 2. One CAT5 cable 3. One power transformer for the VXT1836 device 4. One Quick Installation Guide Note: You would need at least two VXT1836 kits to establish a network Hardware Overview The VXT1836 unit is a dual function Access Point or Station device. The VXT1836 is powered by Celenos CL1800 802.11n WiFi chipset that employs sophisticated algorithms and techniques, such as Beam Forming, to reliably stream High Definition video to any location in the home. The VXT1836 unit set as Access Point connects to the video source which can be a gateway, a cable/DSL modem or a DVR/PVR device. The VXT1836 unit set as Station connects to the video receiving set-top box device. pg. 8 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com The VXT1836 devices have been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear of the devices. The status display LEDs are located at the front of the devices and are easily visible. AP/STA Mode LED WLAN LED WPS LED LAN2 LED LAN1 LED Power LED AP/STA Mode Switch WPS Button Reset/Restore Defaults Button LAN2 Ethernet Interface LAN1 Ethernet Interface 12VDC Power Interface Figure 1: VXT1836 The following table describes the connectors on the rear panel of the VXT1836 device:
Table 1: VXT1836 Rear Panel Connectors and Buttons Name Description AP/STA Mode Switch Sets the device functionality as Access Point or Station WPS Button WPS button for easy unit association in the network Reset Reset and restore defaults button. LAN2 / LAN1 2 Ethernet ports, each may be used for Data or Management Power In DC power input. 12 VDC. Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 9 The following table describes the LED indications on the front panel of the VXT1836 Device. Table 2 - VXT1836 LEDs Description Name Power AP/STA Mode LAN1 / LAN2 WPS Color Green Red Off Blue Green Green Off Green WLAN 5G The device is powered on. The device has entered a power save mode. The device is powered off. The device is running as Access Point (AP) The device is running as Station (STA) The LAN port is connected to a network device. The LAN port is either not connected or there is no activity on the link. WPS pairing was successfully completed. This is a temporary state that lasts for 2 minutes. WPS pairing is in progress. This is a temporary state that lasts for 2 minutes or until WPS pairing succeeds. Default. Access Point Behavior - At least one Station is associated with the Access Point. Station Behavior The Station is associated with an Access Point and can receive at least one high definition video stream. Station Behavior The Station is associated with an Access Point but does not have enough capacity to receive constantly high definition video streams. Flashing Green Off Green Flashing Green Off Access Point Behavior - No Stations are associated with the Access Point. Station Behavior The Station is not associated with an Access Point. Note: The Mode LED indicates the current active mode. To change the mode a unit power cycle is required. Following the power cycle the mode LED will reflect the change. pg. 10 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com The following LED combinations describe special indications:
Combination The WLAN, LAN and WPS LEDs are flashing simultaneously for 10 seconds. Description The device is undergoing a Restore Defaults procedure. Combination The WLAN, LAN and WPS LEDs are flashing in sequence for 10 seconds. Description The device is undergoing a Software Upgrade procedure. Combination WLAN LED is flashing Description The AP device is currently performing a Channel Activity Check (CAC) process. Setting Up your VXT1836 Unit Setting up the system involves the following steps:
Unit mode (AP/STA) device setting
Powering up your device
Pairing your device
Placing and connecting your device After performing these steps, you can start streaming High Definition video through the VXT1836 Kit.
Changing your computers IP address After performing this additional step, you can use the VXT1836 Management Application to configure and manage your VXT1836 device. (Refer to Managing the VXT1836 Device on page 19). Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 11 Unit Mode (AP/STA) Setting To set/modify the VXT1836 device operating mode:
1. Make sure the unit is UNPLUGGED from the 12V A/C adapter check that all LEDs are off. 2. Change the AP/STA Mode switch at the back of the unit to the desired mode:
Switch on top position for AP (Access Point) mode Switch on bottom position for STA (Station) mode Note: Only a single VXT1836 unit should be set as an AP in the network, the remaining units should be set as STAs. Powering Up your Devices To power up the VXT1836 device:
3. Plug in the 12V A/C adapter and connect it to the VXT1836 device. Use the recommended AC/DC power adaptor which was supplied in the kit. Using a power supply with a different voltage rating then the one included with the VXT1836 device will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. Note: There is no On/Off switch. Once you connect the power adapter, the VXT1836 device powers up. 4. Wait several seconds while the VXT1836 device performs a reset. pg. 12 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com Pairing your Devices To pair the VXT1836 Access Point and VXT1836 Station devices:
1. Place the VXT1836 set as Access Point and the VXT1836 set as Station devices between 1 to 3 meters from each other. 2. Pair the devices by pressing the WPS button on the back panel of each device. You can release the button as soon as the WPS LED begins flashing. Note: The WPS buttons of both devices (Access Point and Station) should be pressed within 2 minutes period. The buttons can be pressed in any order. 3. Wait for the pairing process to complete by watching the LEDs on the devices:
While pairing is in progress the WPS LED is flashing
After successful pairing the WPS LED stays on for 2 minutes. Placing and Connecting your Devices To place and connect your VXT1836 set as Access Point device:
1. Place the VXT1836 set as Access Point device on an easily accessible surface near the home gateway, Cable/DSL Modem or DVR/PVR device. 2. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the LAN port of the gateway device and the other end into one of the Ethernet ports of the VXT1836 Access Point (LAN1 or LAN2). To place and connect your VXT1836 set as Station device:
1. Place the VXT1836 set as Station device on an easily accessible surface near the set-top box. 2. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the LAN port of the set-top box device and the other end into one of the Ethernet ports of the VXT1836 (LAN1 or LAN2). Note: Two network devices can be simultaneously connected to the VXT1836 unit e.g. a set-top box and a network media storage or media player. 3. Make sure that the WLAN 5G LED is solid green Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 13 If the WLAN LED is turned off, or flashing (on the Station device), try to reposition the device to a more elevated location and as far as possible from large metallic objects. Completing the installation:
You have finished installing your VXT1836 device. To test your connectivity, turn on the TV and set-top box and watch any available channel. Note: To install additional VXT1836 Station devices, repeat the above procedure for each new VXT1836 Station device. Connecting to Your VXT1836 Device The VXT1836 operating as an Access Point is pre-configured with the following IP parameters:
IP Address: 10.0.0.2 Net Mask: 255.0.0.0 The VXT1836 operating as a Station is pre-configured with the following IP parameters:
IP Address: 10.0.0.10 Net Mask: 255.0.0.0 In order to connect your management computer to the VXT1836 device, connect the VXT1836 device directly to your computer and change the IP address of your computer so that it is on the same subnet as the VXT1836 device (by default 10.x.x.x). Since this disconnects your computer from your computer network, you may need to restore this setting later. To change the IP address of your computer:
1. Connect an Ethernet cable between one of the Ethernet ports of the VXT1836 device and the Ethernet port of your computer. 2. On Windows XP:
i. From your computers desktop, click Start > Settings > Network Connections and double-click the LAN connection for your computer network. The Local Area Connection Status window appears. pg. 14 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com ii. From the General tab, click Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties window appears. 3. On Windows 7:
i. From your computers desktop, click Start>Control Panel, click on Network and Sharing Center ii. Select Change Adaptor Settings, and following right click on Local Area Connection and click on Properties. The Local Connection Area Properties Window appears. 4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window appears. Figure 2: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 5. Make a note of the current settings in this window. You will need to know these settings when reconnecting your computer to your computer network. 6. Check Use the following IP address and type an IP address in the same subnet as the VXT1836, in the following format: 10.x.x.x. Be sure to use an IP address that is different from the IP address of your VXT1836 device which is either 10.0.0.2 or 10.0.0.10 by default. 7. Click OK to save the information and close the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window. 8. Click OK to close the Local Area Connection Properties window. 9. Click Close to close the Local Area Connection Status window Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 15 3 Management - Getting Started The VXT1836 Management Application is a web-based tool that enables you to manage and configure your VXT1836 device. This chapter describes how to navigate through the VXT1836 Management Application:
Note: Ensure that you have connected an Ethernet cable between your computer and the VXT1836 device. Logging into the VXT1836 Management Application Figure 3 - VXT1836 Management Application Login Screen The VXT1836 Management Application is password protected. To access its functions you first need to successfully log in:
1. Type the username and password into the appropriate fields and click on the Login button. 2. On successful login you will be forwarded to a VXT1836 Management Application configuration screen. Note: The default username and password are admin, admin respectively. To change these values refer to Performing Administration on page 44. pg. 16 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com Navigating the VXT1836 Management Application Figure 4: VXT1836 Management Application Window The VXT1836 Management Application contains the following controls and areas to help you navigate to all its parameters.
Main Menu Enables you to access the functions of the VXT1836 Management Application. The Main Menu is divided into the following submenu items:
Configuration, Monitor and Logout.
Navigation Panel Displays the configuration screens available for each submenu item.
Current Screen Displays the name of the current configuration screen.
System Information Panel Displays system status information. This panel is always visible and displays the following information:
Status Indicates whether the system is currently active or inactive.
Band Indicates that the system is currently transmitting in the 5 GHz radio band. Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 17
Channel The index number of the channel currently in use.
MAC The local MAC Address of the device.
BSSID Basic Service Set Identifier. This field uniquely identifies each BSS. You cannot configure this parameter using the VXT1836 Management Application.
SSID Service Set Identifier. The code attached to beacon frames and connection establishment frames.
Image Version The current software image version of the device.
Data Area For each configuration screen, the Data Area displays the relevant parameters and controls.
Control Buttons Enable you to perform operations related to the current configuration screen. Note: You can logout of the application anytime by selecting the Logout menu item at the upper right corner of the screen. Note: The VXT1836 device can be set as an Access Point or as a Station (using the external AP/STA mode switch). Each mode of operation has different configuration screens. pg. 18 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com Managing the VXT1836 Device 4 The VXT1836 Management Application is a user-friendly application that enables you to configure and control all the parameters of the VXT1836. The main menu contains the following options:
Configuration
Monitor Note: Clicking Cancel in any of the VXT1836 Management Application windows discards any unsaved changes you have made. The VXT1836 Management Application then re-queries the VXT1836 device and refreshes the display. True HD Home Networking. Unwired. Configuring the VXT1836 Device Defining Network Settings To define network settings:
1. From the main menu of the VXT1836 Management Application, click Configuration. Then click Network Settings on the navigation panel. The Configuration, Network Settings window appears. Figure 5: VXT1836 Management Application Configuration, Network Settings Window pg. 20 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com The following table describes the parameters you can configure from this window:
Table 3: VXT1836 Configuration Network Parameters Parameter Description Ethernet port mode The properties of the Ethernet (LAN) port of the device: Can be either auto negotiated up to 1Gbps or fixed to 100Mbps. Obtain an IP address automatically When selected, the device acts as a DHCP client IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway DNS Server Enable Dynamic DNS and obtains its IP properties automatically. The IP address of the VXT1836 device
(under static IP setting) The subnet mask of the VXT1836 device.
(under static IP setting) The default gateway of the VXT1836 device.
(under static IP setting) The DNS server of the VXT1836 device.
(under static IP setting) When checked the VXT1836 device will use dynamic DNS protocol to register its alias into the DNS server. This will allow accessing the device using the given alias instead of its IP address. Alias The given hostname of the VXT1836 device Login and Password The login credentials of the DNS server/home router. Enable IGMP Proxy*
The device will operate as an IGMP Proxy Enable IGMP SSM*
The device will support IGMP SSM 2. Click Apply to update the settings immediately. The system displays an update message. 3. Click OK and wait for the system to restart.
* AP only parameter Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 21 Defining Wireless Settings To define wireless settings in Access Point mode:
1. From the main menu of the VXT1836 Management Application, click Configuration and from the Navigation Panel, click Wireless Settings. The Configuration, Wireless Settings window appears. Figure 6: VXT1836 Management Application Configuration, Wireless Settings Window (AP) The following table describes the parameters you can configure from this window:
pg. 22 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com Table 4: VXT1836 Configuration Wireless Parameters (AP) Parameter Description Broadcast SSID When checked, the system broadcast its SSID in beacon and probe response frames. SSID Service set identifier. The code attached to beacon frames and connection establishment frames. The SSID is a string of ASCII characters. Beacon Interval The time interval between beacon frames sent out by the system. Possible values: 20 999 milliseconds. Country code Your country of operation. This device will automatically limit the allowable channels determined by the current country of operation. Incorrectly entering the country of operation may result in illegal operation and may cause harmful interference to other systems. Frequency
(Channel) Select the desired channel from the dropdown list, or let the system select the best working channel automatically by choosing Auto from the drop down list. Rate The transmission rate (MCS). Possible values: 0-15, and Auto. Selecting auto lets the system dynamically adapt the transmission rate to suit current network conditions. The bandwidth that system occupies: 20MHz / 40MHz. Channel bandwidth Channel hopping Determines the system behavior when interference is detected:
DLS Always Change channel as soon as interference is detected on the current radio channel. Conditional Change channel as soon as interference is detected only if no video is being streamed through the system. When checked the system employs the direct link protocol to enable direct client to client communication. Use this option when client devices in your network can stream video to each other, such as in a Multi-Room DVR deployment. Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 23 Parameter Description WMM When checked the system performs traffic classification and prioritization according to the WI-FI Multimedia interoperability certification program. This will ensure that your voice and video streams will not be impaired by other types of traffic. Use this option only if you are certain that the voice and video streams that enter the system are marked with DSCP to indicate their priority. 2. Click Apply to update the settings immediately. The system displays an update message. 3. Click OK and wait for the system to restart. pg. 24 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com Understanding Quality of Service in VXT1836 VXT1836 implements Quality of Service in the downlink direction (AP to stations). Enabling Quality of Service is done by checking the WMM checkbox in the Wireless Setting configuration menu. 1. Once enabled, the traffic classification is implemented according to the following rule:
If the data is VLAN tagged, classification is based on VLAN PRIORITY
(Layer2) If the data is untagged, classification is based on DSCP (Layer 3) 2. The incoming data from the Ethernet port is mapped to the proper wireless access category according to the classification rules explained below. 3. The transmission air scheduling is than performed according to the following order:
a. VoIP Access Category of managed devices (VXT1836 clients) b. VoIP Access Category of unmanaged devices c. Video Access Category of managed devices d. Video Access Category of unmanaged devices e. Rest of data (Data, and Background) first of managed followed by unmanaged Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 25 VLAN based Classification Once the data received for transmission is tagged, classification is based on the 802.1p priority:
In such cases, mapping of the 802.1p priority bit to User Priority is according to the following:
802.1p User Priority 7 5, 6 4 3 1 2 0 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 DSCP based Classification In case the data received for transmission is untagged, classification is based on DSCP which is part of the TOS Byte:
In such cases, the mapping of the DSCP to User Priority is accoring to the following:
DSCP User Priority 0 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 pg. 26 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com User Priority is in-turn mapped to Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) Access Category aligned with the Wi-Fi Alliance recommendation as listed below:
User WMM Access Traffic Type Priority Category 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 BE BK BK BE VI VI VO VO Best Effort Background Background Best Effort Video Video Voice Voice To define wireless settings in Client mode:
1. From the main menu of the VXT1836 Management Application, click Configuration and from the Navigation Panel, click Wireless Settings. The Configuration, Wireless Settings window appears. Figure 7: VXT1836 Management Application Configuration, Wireless Settings Window (STA) Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 27 The following table describes the parameters you can configure from this window:
Table 5: VXT1836 Configuration Wireless Parameters (STA) Parameter Description Rate The transmission rate (MCS). Possible values: 0-15, and Auto. Selecting auto lets the system dynamically adapt the transmission rate to suit current network conditions. Channel bandwidth The bandwidth that system occupies. 2. Click Apply to update the settings immediately. The system displays an update message. 3. Click OK and wait for the system to restart. Defining Security Settings (Access Point Mode Only) To define Security settings:
1. From the main menu of the VXT1836 Management Application, click Configuration and from the Navigation Panel, click Security Settings. The Configuration, Security Settings window appears. The VXT1836 device can be configured to operate in one of the following security modes:
Unsecured Wireless security is disabled, any client can associate to the VXT1836 Access Point and the wireless signal is passed unencrypted.
WEP Stands for Wireless Equivalent Privacy. It is the legacy 802.11 security standard and provides only basic security. WEP can be easily cracked and it is recommended to use WPA2 instead.
WPA2/PSK - Stands for WiFi Protected Access. It is based on the IEEE 802.11i standard and uses AES/TKIP encryption algorithm. WPA2 is much more secure then WEP, it provides best in class encryption and user authentication. It is recommended that you enable WPA2 at all times. To be able to use Wireless Protected Setup (WPS) features (See at page 32), it is required that you enable the WPA2/PSK security mode. pg. 28 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com To define WEP settings:
Figure 8 - VXT1836 Management Application Configuration, Security Settings Window, WEP Mode Table 6: VXT1836 Configuration Security Parameters, WEP mode. Parameter Description Security Mode The selected security mode. Possible values: Disable, WEP and WPA2-PSK. Authentication Mode The selected authentication mode. Possible values are Open and Shared. Default Key WEP Key 1-4 The index of the encryption key that will be used for transmissions. The WEP encryption keys. Keys can be entered either as normal alpha-numeric characters or as hexadecimal digits. Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 29 To define WPA2-PSK settings (default):
Figure 9 - VXT1836 Management Application Configuration, Security Settings Window, WPA2-PSK Mode Table 7: VXT1836 Configuration Security Parameters, WPA2-PSK mode. Parameter Description Security Mode WPA Algorithm Pass Phrase The selected security mode. Possible values: Disable, WEP and WPA2-PSK. The selected encryption algorithm. Possible values: AES
(recommended) and TKIP. The security pass phrase to be used for generating the WPA2 encryption keys. The pass phrase can be 8 to 63 bytes long. pg. 30 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com Access Policies:
The VXT1836 device can be configured to control which wireless client devices can associate with it. The available access policies are:
Disable Any wireless client device can associate with the VXT1836 Access Point.
Allow A white list of allowed MAC addresses determines which wireless client devices are allowed to associate with the VXT1836 Access Point.
Reject A black list of banned MAC addresses determines which wireless client devices are not allowed to associate with the VXT1836 Access Point. Table 8 VXT1836 Configuration Access Policy Parameters. Parameter Policy Add a station MAC Description The selected Access Policy. Possible values: Disable Allow and Reject. Enter a MAC address of a wireless client device and press the Add button to add it to the list of allowed/banned wireless client devices. Press the Delete button to remove a wireless client device from the list. 2. Click Apply to update the settings immediately. The system displays an update message. 3. Click OK and wait for the system to restart. Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 31 Defining WPS Settings WPS is a standard for easy and secure setup of wireless home networks, created by the WiFi Alliance. The VXT1836 Kit implements two WPS pairing methods:
The WPS-PBC configuration method allows you to pair VXT1836 Access Point and client devices using a push button (See Pairing your Devices on page 13). The WPS-PIN configuration method allows you to pair VXT1836 Access Point and client devices by entering the PIN code of the client device in the VXT1836 Access Point WEB UI. To define WPS settings in Access Point mode:
1. From the main menu of the VXT1836 Management Application, click Configuration and from the Navigation Panel, click WPS Settings. The Configuration, WPS Settings window appears. Figure 11: VXT1836 Management Application Configuration, WPS Settings Window pg. 32 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com The following table describes the actions that can be performed from this window:
Table 11: VXT1836 Configuration WPS Parameters Parameter WPS Description Enable / Disable WPS. WPS Connection The pairing method. Can be either WPS-PBC or WPS-PIN. PIN Configure WPS Status The PIN code of the wireless client device (under WPS-PIN) Initiates a WPS pairing procedure Indicates the status of the WPS pairing procedure WPS Summary Displays a quick summary of the WPS parameters 2. Click Apply to update the settings offline. The system stores the new settings and prompts you to restart the system. 3. Click YES and wait for the system to restart. Note: A WPS-PBC pairing procedure can also be initiated by pressing the WPS button on the front panel of the device. Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 33 To define WPS settings in Client mode:
1. From the main menu of the VXT1836 Management Application, click Configuration and from the Navigation Panel, click WPS Settings. The Configuration, WPS Settings window appears. Figure 102: VXT1836 Management Application Configuration, WPS Settings Window pg. 34 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com The following table describes the actions that can be performed from this window:
Table 12: VXT1836 Configuration WPS Parameters Parameter Description Start WPS PBC Button Initiates a WPS-PBC pairing procedure Start WPS PIN Button Initiates a WPS-PIN pairing procedure Client PIN WPS AP SSID A read only field that displayed the PIN code of the wireless client device. This PIN code should be entered into the appropriate field on the VXT1836 AP device WEB UI when performing a WPS-PIN pairing procedure This field is required for unit certification only to allow the unit to act as WPS registrar, there is no need to use it in normal mode operation WPS Status Indicates the status of the WPS pairing procedure 2. Click Apply to update the settings offline. The system stores the new settings and prompts you to restart the system. 3. Click YES and wait for the system to restart. Note: A WPS-PBC pairing procedure can also be initiated by pressing the WPS button on the front panel of the device. Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 35 Site Survey (Client Mode Only) The site survey window allows you to find and connect the VXT1836 client to a wireless Access Point. To find and connect to a wireless Access Point:
1. From the main menu of the VXT1836 Management Application, click Configuration and from the Navigation Panel, click Site Survey. The Configuration, Site survey window appears. Figure 113: VXT1836 Management Application Configuration, Site Survey Window pg. 36 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com The following table describes the parameters in the site survey table:
Table 93: VXT1836 Configuration Site Survey table Description Service Set Identifier. The code attached to beacon frames and connection establishment frames. Basic Service Set Identifier. This field uniquely identifies each BSS. The signal quality between the Access Point and the Client. The wireless channel that the Access Point is operating in. Parameter SSID BSSID RSSI Channel Encryption The encryption scheme used by the Access Point. Authentication The Authentication scheme used by the Access Point. State Indicates if this is an Ad-Hoc connection or an infrastructure network. 2. Select the Access Point you want to connect to and click the Connect button. 3. Click Apply and wait several seconds for the Client to connect. Clicking the Rescan button initiates a new site survey scan and may temporary interrupt the service to the wireless Client. Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 37 Stations List (Access Point Mode Only) The Stations List window presents a list of clients connected to the VXT1836 Access Point. Figure 124: VXT1836 Management Application Configuration, Associated Stations List Window The following table describes the parameters in the stations list:
Table 104: VXT1836 Configuration Stations List Parameter Description MAC Address The MAC Address of the associated client. Rate Bandwidth The modulation (physical data rate) that the Access Point services the Client with. The bandwidth that the Access Point uses when sending data to the Client. pg. 38 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com Configuring Remote Management The VXT1836 implements mechanisms that enable its remote management and trouble shooting.
Remote Logging When enabled, the VXT1836 periodically uploads event and performance monitoring logs to a pre-designated FTP server.
UPnP When enabled, the VXT1836 uses UPnP to access the home gateway device and configure its port mapping table to enable accessing it remotely.
NTP When enabled, the VXT1836 uses NTP protocol to obtain date & time.
TR-069 When enabled, the VXT1836 device can be remotely provisioned using the TR-
069 management protocol. To configure Remote Management settings in Access Point mode:
1. From the main menu of the VXT1836 Management Application, click Configuration and from the Navigation Panel, click Remote management. The Configuration, Remote Management window appears. Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 39 Figure 13: VXT1836 Management Application Configuration, Remote Management Window The following table describes the actions that can be performed from this window:
Table 11: VXT1836 Configuration Remote Management Parameter Description Enable Remote Logging Enable / Disable Remote logging. FTP Server The IP address of the FTP server onto which the logs will be uploaded. pg. 40 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com Parameter FTP Folder FTP Username FTP Password Description The folder name into which the logs will be uploaded. The FTP user name. The FTP password. Logging Interval The period in hours of the scheduled log uploads. Enable UPnP Base Port Enable / Disable UPnP based port mapping configuration in the Home Gateway. The port at the Home Gateway that the device will be mapped to. In case that the selected port is already mapped in the gateway, the next available port will be used. Enable NTP Enable / Disable time synchronization with an NTP server. Primary NTP Server The IP address of the primary NTP server Secondary NTP Server The IP address of the secondary NTP server Time zone The time zone the device resides in. Enable TR-069 Configuration Enable / Disable remote provisioning using the TR-69 management protocol. ACS URL The URL of the remote ACS (Automatic Configuration Server) ACS Username/Password The login credentials of the ACS. Periodic Inform Enable When enabled the VXT1836 device connect periodically to the ACS. Periodic Inform Interval The time interval in seconds between periodic connection attempts. 2. Click Apply to update the settings offline. The system stores the new settings and prompts you to restart the system. 3. Click YES and wait for the system to restart. Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 41 To configure Remote Management settings in Client mode:
1. From the main menu of the VXT1836 Management Application, click Configuration and from the Navigation Panel, click Remote management. The Configuration, Remote Management window appears. Figure 14: VXT1836 Management Application Configuration, Remote Management Window pg. 42 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com The following table describes the actions that can be performed from this window:
Table 12: VXT1836 Configuration Remote Management Parameter Description Enable UPnP Base Port Enable / Disable UPnP based port mapping configuration in the Home Gateway. The port at the Home Gateway that the device will be mapped to. In case that the selected port is already mapped in the gateway, the next available port will be used. Enable NTP Enable / Disable time synchronization with an NTP server. Primary NTP Server The IP address of the primary NTP server Secondary NTP Server The IP address of the secondary NTP server Time zone Enable TR-069 Configuration ACS URL The time zone the device resides in. Enable / Disable remote provisioning using the TR-69 management protocol. The URL of the remote ACS (Automatic Configuration Server) ACS Username/Password The login credentials of the ACS. Periodic Inform Enable When enabled the VXT1836 device connect periodically to the ACS. Periodic Inform Interval The time interval in seconds between periodic connection attempts. 2. Click Apply to update the settings offline. The system stores the new settings and prompts you to restart the system. 3. Click YES and wait for the system to restart. Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 43 Performing Administration To perform administration:
1. From the main menu of the VXT1836 Management Application, click Configuration and from the Navigation Panel, click Administration. The Configuration, Administration window appears. Figure 15 - VXT1836 Management Application Configuration, Administration Window The Configuration, Administration window is divided into the following sections:
Software Upgrade
Flash Components
Control Buttons pg. 44 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com To perform Software Upgrade:
1. Click the Choose File button, select the new image file and press Open. 2. Click the Start Upgrade button; confirm the action by pressing OK in the confirmation window and wait for the action to finish. 3. After the Software Upgrade finishes you can see the new software version number in the System Information Panel. Do not power off or reset the VXT1836 device while Software Upgrade is in progress. Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 45 To change the password of the VXT1836:
1. Click the Change Password Button. The following window appears:
Figure 16 - VXT1836 Management Application Change Password Window 2. Fill the new password details in the change password window and press OK. 3. After the successful completion of the operation you will be prompted to login again. Note: Only a single user (admin) is supported in the current release. To download log files from the VXT1836 device:
1. Click the Download Log Files Button. 2. A confirmation window will prompt you to confirm the download. To restore the VXT1836 configuration to factory defaults:
1. Click the Restore Defaults Button; confirm the action by pressing OK in the confirmation window and wait for the action to finish. Note: You can also restore the VXT1836 device to factory defaults by pressing and holding the Reset button for 10 seconds. pg. 46 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com To reset the VXT1836 device:
1. Click the Reset button; confirm the action by pressing OK in the confirmation window and wait for the action to finish. Note: You can also reset the VXT1836 device by pressing shortly on the Reset button. To enable/disable rescue mode 1. Click the Enable rescue mode checkbox; confirm the action by pressing OK in the confirmation window and wait for the action to finish. For further explanation see troubleshooting section. Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 47 Monitoring the VXT1836 Device The VXT1836 Management Application Monitor displays information about the current status of your VXT1836 Device. The system continually monitors a variety of network parameters and displays them in the Counters window. Viewing System Parameters To view System Parameters:
From the main menu of the VXT1836 Management Application, click Monitor. The Monitor, Counters window appears. Figure 17: VXT1836 Management Application Monitor, Counters Window pg. 48 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com A Troubleshooting VXT1836 Kit Basic setup Symptom The Power LED is off The LAN LED is off Advised solution Make sure that:
The power cord is connected to the device and that the power adapter is properly connected to a functioning power outlet.
You are using the power adapter that was supplied with the product. Make sure that:
The LAN cable connectors are securely plugged in at the wireless video extender device and at the network device (gateway, modem or set-top box).
The connected network device is turned on.
You are using the correct cable type for your Ethernet equipment that is at least UTP CAT5 with RJ45 connectors.
Make sure that you have completed a successful pairing procedure as described in "Pairing your Devices" on page 13 herein.
Make sure that the wireless video extender devices are placed according to the recommendation in Placing and Connecting your on page 13 herein. The WLAN LED is not on You are seeing artifacts on the TV screen No access to the VXT1836
Make sure that your computer IP address is Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 49 Basic setup Symptom Advised solution web control pages. 10.XXX.YYY.ZZZ and its subnet mask is 255.0.0.0.
If your VXT1836 IP address has been changed, please assign the computer an IP address in the same range as the VXT1836 IP Address. Remember: Whenever a change is made in the Setup of the Access Point, the Apply button must be used to save the settings to the Access Point. Remember: The Access Point control web page is not accessible from the wireless client/adapter segment. pg. 50 Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com Using Rescue Mode:
Rescue mode enables the VXT1836 client to update its firmware version from the AP. If enabled, this mode can be used for one of two purposes:
To synchronize firmware versions between AP and client. To recover the client in the case of firmware damage. How to perform firmware upgrade in rescue mode:
1. In order to update the client firmware version from the AP, connect both devices via Ethernet cable while both of them are off. 2. Power up the AP device and wait one minute until boot process finishes. 3. Power up client device and monitor the process through LED behavior. It may take up to 5 minutes. 4. At first, client power LED will blink for 5 seconds. After that, all LEDs on both AP and client will be solid on for about 2 minutes. Next, client power LED will be off for 5 seconds and then both devices will reboot themselves. As the boot process ends you can power off the two boards and reconnect them within the network topology as you wish. Copyright 2012 Celeno Communications - All Rights Reserved | www.celeno.com pg. 51
frequency | equipment class | purpose | ||
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1 | 2013-05-10 | 5755 ~ 5795 | DTS - Digital Transmission System | Original Equipment |
2 | 5190 ~ 5230 | NII - Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX |
app s | Applicant Information | |||||
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1 2 | Effective |
2013-05-10
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1 2 | Applicant's complete, legal business name |
Celeno Wireless Communication
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1 2 | FCC Registration Number (FRN) |
0022935837
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1 2 | Physical Address |
26 Zarhin St.
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1 2 |
4093
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1 2 |
Ra'anana, N/A 43665
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1 2 |
Israel
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app s | TCB Information | |||||
1 2 | TCB Application Email Address |
b******@phoenix-testlab.de
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1 2 | TCB Scope |
A4: UNII devices & low power transmitters using spread spectrum techniques
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app s | FCC ID | |||||
1 2 | Grantee Code |
Y7E
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1 2 | Equipment Product Code |
VXT1836000001
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app s | Person at the applicant's address to receive grant or for contact | |||||
1 2 | Name |
L******** I****
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1 2 | Title |
VP R&D
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1 2 | Telephone Number |
+9727******** Extension:
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1 2 | Fax Number |
+9729********
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1 2 |
l******@celeno.com
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app s | Technical Contact | |||||
n/a | ||||||
app s | Non Technical Contact | |||||
n/a | ||||||
app s | Confidentiality (long or short term) | |||||
1 2 | Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | Yes | ||||
1 2 | Long-Term Confidentiality Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | No | ||||
if no date is supplied, the release date will be set to 45 calendar days past the date of grant. | ||||||
app s | Cognitive Radio & Software Defined Radio, Class, etc | |||||
1 2 | Is this application for software defined/cognitive radio authorization? | No | ||||
1 2 | Equipment Class | DTS - Digital Transmission System | ||||
1 2 | NII - Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX | |||||
1 2 | Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant) | Single Band 5GHz WiFi HD Video Extender | ||||
1 2 | Related OET KnowledgeDataBase Inquiry: Is there a KDB inquiry associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 2 | Modular Equipment Type | Does not apply | ||||
1 2 | Purpose / Application is for | Original Equipment | ||||
1 2 | Composite Equipment: Is the equipment in this application a composite device subject to an additional equipment authorization? | Yes | ||||
1 2 | Related Equipment: Is the equipment in this application part of a system that operates with, or is marketed with, another device that requires an equipment authorization? | No | ||||
1 2 | Grant Comments | Output Power listed is conducted. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Device is operating in a 3T3R Spatial Multiplexing MIMO configuration as described in this filing. When operating in 802.11n, 40 MHz mode, the operating frequency segment is limited to 5755 to 5795 MHz. | ||||
1 2 | Output Power listed is conducted. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Operating of this device in the 5150 MHz to 5250 MHz range is restricted to indoor use only. Device is operating in a 3T3R Spatial Multiplexing MIMO configuration as described in this filing. When operating in 802.11n, 40 MHz mode, the operating frequency segment is limited to 5190 to 5230 MHz. | |||||
1 2 | Is there an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 2 | If there is an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application, has the associated waiver been approved and all information uploaded? | No | ||||
app s | Test Firm Name and Contact Information | |||||
1 2 | Firm Name |
SPORTON International Inc.
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1 2 | Name |
L****** H******
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1 2 | Telephone Number |
886-3******** Extension:
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1 2 | Fax Number |
886-3********
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1 2 |
l******@sporton.com.tw
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Equipment Specifications | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
1 | 1 | 15C | CC MO | 5745 | 5825 | 0.4592 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
1 | 2 | 15C | CC MO | 5755 | 5795 | 0.4084 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
2 | 1 | 15E | CC MO | 5180 | 5240 | 0.0491 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
2 | 2 | 15E | CC MO | 5190 | 5230 | 0.0482 |
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