ESTeem Users Manual Edge 900 Manual Revision 1.0 January 2017 ESTeem Industrial Wireless Solutions Author:
Name: Eric P. Marske Title: Product Manager Approved by:
Name: Michael Eller Title: President Date:
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Electronic Systems Technology, Inc. dba ESTeem Wireless Modems 415 N. Quay Street Building B1 Kennewick, WA 99336 Phone: 509-735-9092 Fax: 509-783-5475 E-mail: market@esteem.com Web Site: www.esteem.com Copyright 2017 by Electronic Systems Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Electronic Systems Technology. Edge 900 Users Manual Overview The ESTeem Edge 900 is a wireless modem (radio) operating in the unlicensed 900 MHz ISM band (902-928 MHz). The radio can be configured to provide both Ethernet and serial data transparent to the connected device. The configuration of the Edge 900 is very simple in that there are only two modes of configuration as either the Master Bridge or Slave Bridge. ESTeem Discovery Utility The ESTeem Discovery Utility will allow you to configure the IP address on the Edge 900 radio to match your network regardless of its current IP subnet. The Discovery Utility will also allow access to the Edge 900 Configuration Utility for programming and troubleshooting the wireless network. Installation The Discovery Utility can be downloaded from the ESTeem web site (http://www.esteem.com) or is available on the Software Resource media that was shipped with the Edge 900 radios. 1. The Discovery Utility is a Java based application compatible with any computer operating system (Window, Linux, etc). The application requires two (2) additional support files to operate:
Java Downloadable from http://www.java.com. The version required will be based upon your operating system. Note: The installation and updates from Java may try and install additional web browser toolbars. Uncheck the optional installation if they are not desired. WinPcap Downloadable from http://www.winpcap.org/. The version required will be based upon your operating system. 2. Once both the above programs have been installed, save the ESTDiscover.exe file to any location on your computer such as the Desktop. Double click the ESTeem.exe program and Figure 1 will be displayed. 3. Connect the Edge 900 modem to your computer either directly to the Ethernet card or through a Switch using a CAT-5e Ethernet cable. The Ethernet port supports Auto-Negotiation, so either a patch cable or crossover cable will work. Press the Discover EST Modems button. Figure 1: ESTeem Discovery Utility Revised: 19 Jan 2017 1 of 9 Figure 2: ESTeem Discovery Utility Edge 900 Users Manual 4. The ESTeem Edge 900 will be displayed (Figure 2). If the ESTeem Horizon is not on the same IP subnet as the computer, double click on the IP, Netmask or Gateway and make the necessary changes. Press the Apply Changes button when complete. 5. If changes were made to the IP address, you will need to press the Discover EST Modems button again to show the changes. Right-mouse click on the Horizon and select Configure Radio button to begin programming. Figure 3: Opening Radio Configuration Software Edge 900 Configuration Utility The Edge 900 configuration utility will allow programming of the radio for either the Master Bridge or Slave Bridge. Every network will consist of a single Master Bridge with one or more Slave Bridge radios. The hopping pattern for a unique Edge 900 network is determined by the AES-256 encryption pass phrase set in step 4 of the programing. The following is the programming procedure for the Edge 900:
Step 1 Setting Mode of Operation The Edge 900 will either be configured as the Master Bridge or the Slave Bridge. Every network will consist of a single Master Bridge and one or more Slave Bridge radios. The network will always be a hub and spoke based network with the Master Bridge in the center (Hub). The first page of the Edge 900 Configuration Utility (Figure 4) will ask if you are programming the Master or Slave Bridge. Select the mode of operation and press the Next button to continue. Revised: 19 Jan 2017 Figure 4: Step 1 Mode of Operation 2 of 9 Edge 900 Users Manual Step 2 Network Layout The Edge 900 will operate in either a point to point or point to multipoint configuration. If there is only a single master and single slave (point to point mode) the Edge 900 can devote all wireless resources to the single remote location and increase the throughput. If programming a point to point network, select No or a multipoint network select Yes (Figure 5). Press the Next button to proceed. Figure 5: Step 2 Network Layout Step 3 Serial Port Configuration Step three will set the data rate for the serial port on the Edge 900 (Figure 6). Configure to match the connected device or skip to step 4 if only using the Ethernet interface. Press the Next button to proceed. Revised: 19 Jan 2017 Figure 6: Step 3 Serial Port Configuration 3 of 9 Edge 900 Users Manual Step 4 Encryption and Network Identification The unique identification for an Edge 900 network is the AES-256 passphrase (Figure 7). A unique pass phrase must be entered to finish the configuration of the radio. The pass phrase must be between 4 and 64 character long and MUST be identical on all Edge 900 radios in the same network. Enter the network pass phrase and press the Update Radio Config button to program the radio for operation. Figure 7: Step 4 Encryption and Network Identification Displays the modem information and sub help menus. Software Commands Listed below in alphabetical order are the definitions of the ESTeem Edge 900 software commands. All software commands are entered lowercase.
? or help help help all help radio help interface help setup help system cert This command will display the FCC ID and model number of the amplifier. Displays all commands switches and arguments. Displays radio commands switches and arguments. Displays setup commands switches and arguments. Displays system commands switches and arguments. Displays interface commands switches and arguments. Revised: 19 Jan 2017 4 of 9 Edge 900 Users Manual Information to Users The equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for both the FCC Class B digital device (pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules) and Industry Canada (IC) CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B). FCC Statement 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. Caution: Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by ESTeem Wireless Modems for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. IC Statement This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Cet appareil est conforme avec Industrie Canada exempts de licence standard RSS (s). Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d'interfrences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interfrence, y compris celles pouvant causer un mauvais fonctionnement de l'appareil. Emissions Information Edge 900 MHz (Model 217ES) HVIN: 217ES Frequency Hopping/DTS Spread Spectrum Device
(USA) FCC ID: ENPEDG217ES
(Canada) IC No: 2163A-217ES Revised: 19 Jan 2017 5 of 9 Edge 900 Users Manual Edge 900 MHz Antenna and Cable Configurations ESTeem offers different types of antennas for both indoor and outdoor configurations. This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below, and having a maximum gain of 7 dB. Antennas not included in this list or having a gain greater than 7 dB are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. This radio transmitter ESTeem Edge 900 MHz (HVIN: 217ES) 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 present emetteur radio ESTeem HVIN: 216AD a ete approuve par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne enumeres ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impedance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est superieur au gain maximal indique, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'emetteur. Warning: Only the tested cable lengths and antennas provided by EST meet the FCC and DOC maximum peak output power requirements. Any other combination of antennas or coax cables is not authorized. 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 permitted for successful communication. Transmit/Receive Antenna Port Part Number: AA20DMs Omni-directional direct mount antenna, 2 dBi gain. Indoor and outdoor applications. There must be a minimum separation distance of 23 cm. from the antenna to the user. See Warnings. Part Number: AA20Es900 Omni-directional external pole mount antenna, 7 dBi gain with 3-ft. integral feedline and connector. Outdoor applications. There must be a minimum separation distance of 23cm. from the antenna to the user. See Warnings. Part Number: AA203Es900 Directional pole mount antenna, 7 dBi gain with 3-ft. integral feedline and connector. Point to point and point to multi-point outdoor applications. There must be a minimum separation distance of 23 cm. from the antenna to the user. See Warnings. Warnings:
Only pre-made coax cables from the factory used in conjunction with either the AA20Es900 omni-directional and AA203Es900 directional antennas meet all FCC Section 15.247(b) EIRP maximum power requirements. Revised: 19 Jan 2017 6 of 9 Edge 900 Users Manual Edge 900 Specifications Revised: 19 Jan 2017 7 of 9 Transmiter/ReceiverFrequency of Operation902-928 MHzRF Data Rate1 MbpsTx Output Power (Software Selectable)24dBmTx Output Impedance50 ohmsRx Sensitivity-97 dBmFCC Type AcceptanceENPEDG217ESIndustry Canada Type Acceptance2163A-217ESLED IndicatorsPower (On/Off) - Carrier Detect (On/Off) - Transmitter (On/Off) - Reveiver (On/Off)Power RequirementsReceive160mA @ 12 VDCTransmit700mA @ 12 VDCPoE Power Supply (IEEE 802.3at,30 watts) (opt)External Power Input10 to 16 VDC @ 1AInput/Output ConnectorsEthernet Port 1 (10/100/1000) RJ-45 Female RS-232C Comm Port (2,400 to 115.2 K baud)RJ-45 Female Antenna Input/OutputsTNC Reverse FemaleExternal DC Input PowerMini-Combicon, 3 pin femaleCaseTemperature Range-30 to +60 CHumidity95% Non-condensingDimensions1.9 in. H x 6.7 in. W x 6.2 in. LWeight1.25 lbs.Product Warranty1 YearOtherOutdoor Pole Mt. Kit AA195PM (opt) PoE Power SupplyAA175.2 (opt) ESTeem Edge 900 Specifications Edge 900 Users Manual Model No:
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Antenna Specifications Caution To comply with the FCC exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of at least 23 cm must be maintained between the antenna and all persons. AA20Es900 Omni Directional, DC Grounded Fixed base 902 to 928 MHz Vertical 50 ohms 7 dBi (5 dBd) 1.5:1 Typical n/a n/a 22 degrees @ power Brass radiator, UV inhibited fiberglass enclosed Base to Mast, Supplied. 150 Watts 100 mph 14.2 ft-lbs. @ 100 mph TNC-R Male with 36in. pig-tail. 48 in. L x 1-5/16 in. Dia. 1.75 lbs. Model AA20Es900 Revised: 19 Jan 2017 8 of 9 Edge 900 Users Manual Caution To comply with the FCC exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of at least 23 cm must be maintained between the antenna and all persons. Model No:
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AA203Es900 Directional, DC grounded Fixed base. 902 to 928 MHz Vertical or Horizontal 50 ohms 7 dBi (5 dBd)
< 1.5:1 Nominal
> 16 dB 130 degrees @ power 70 degrees @ power Aluminum Heavy duty U bolts for mounting up to 2.0 in. pipe
(included). TNC-R Male with 2 ft. pigtail with ESTeem weatherproof boot. 50 Watts 1.1 ft. length by 6 in. width 150 mph
.11 ft 1 lbs. Revised: 19 Jan 2017 9 of 9