background image

8

QUESTION

ANSWER

Am I able to paint the Winegard ConnecT 
2.0?

Do not paint any portion of the ConnecT system. Painting the system could impact the performance 
and possibly cause damage, which would void the warranty.

I am not seeing the SSID (NETWORK 
NAME) for my ConnecT system.

Check that the LED, located under the SIM Card/LED cover entry plate, is powered on. If not, with 
a voltage meter, verify that 12V is getting from the vehicle power to the dome. If it is powered on 
and you do not see the SSID, reset the unit by pressing and holding the reset button under the 
SIM Card/LED cover plate for 30 seconds.

The system software shows I’m connected 
to a WiFi source but why aren’t the web 
pages loading?

Some WiFi sources do not require a password to connect but do require something before they will 
let you use their network. In these cases, they will often have a “SPLASH” page that requires you 
to either agree to their rules or enter a password before they will allow you to use their network. 
These pages will not always load on the web browser that you select but instead open on your 
devices default browser. Sometimes browsing to a web page will also bring up this splash page.

After updating the software and logging 
into the system, the CONNECT ANTENNA 
status field on the main Status screen 
shows "Installing Software" for an 
indefinite period.

Return to the Update Software screen and click on the RESTORE button. This will complete the 
update on the Winegard ConnecT system.

What if I lost my manual and/or cannot 
find my SSID or password?

If you haven’t changed your factory preset SSID or password you have some options to recover these:

1. Located on the side of the dome is a SIM card /LED cover plate. Inside this plate there will 
be a white label with your factory preset SSID and password.
2. Email [email protected].

If you have changed your password you have 2 options:

1. Inside the SIM Card/LED cover plate there is a reset button on the left hand side.  Press and 
hold the reset button for 30 seconds. This will restore the unit to the original factory settings. 
Then you may log in using the factory SSID and password located on the front of this manual or 
inside the cover plate.
2. If you are unable to gain access to the outside antenna you can also do a power cycle to get 
the unit back to the factory defaults. (See the Reset/Return to Factory Defaults section of this 
manual on page 5).
3.  Email [email protected].

What do I do if 10.11.12.1 does not bring 
up the login screen?

One of several things has happened. The first thing to check is the WiFi signal that your device is 
connected to. If this is not the Winegard ConnecT SSID, this address isn’t valid. If you are indeed 
connected to the correct network, the address may have been changed. To resolve this, perform a 
factory reset. See the Reset/Return to Factory Defaults section of this manual on page 5.

My device shows the SSID but when I 
enter the correct password it will not 
connect.

Try resetting the ConnecT 2.0 to see if your device will then connect. See the Reset/Return to 
Factory Defaults section of this manual on page 6.

After switching from WiFi to 4G or vice 
versa my Internet Status field will not 
connect.

Verify that your device is still connected to the ConnecT. When switching between 4G and WiFi 
your device may have stopped the connection. In order to avoid this, it is recommended to have 
your device set to auto connect to the ConnecT when in proximity.

What is the No Internet button on the 
main screen used for?

The No Internet button allows the user to turn off auto connect if there is no WiFi around. When 
auto connect feature searches for nearby saved WiFi networks, the local AP turns off causing the 
user's device(s) to disconnect and reconnect continuously. 

What happens if my firmware update 
failed?

First connect to a WiFi source. Navigate to the Update Software drop-down and click select.  
Finally click on the Recover Modem button. This will reconfigure your modem.

Troubleshooting

LED DEFINITION (LOCATED UNDER THE SIM CARD/LED COVER) :

LED OFF

System is powered down.

SOLID RED

System is booting up.

FAST BLINKING GREEN 

System is initializing.

FAST BLINKING ORANGE 

System is up and waiting for an Internet connection.

SOLID GREEN 

System is connected to the Internet.

ALTERNATING GREEN/ORANGE 

System is being updated with new software

WINEGARD

®

 CONNECT

 2.0 SUPPORT

Summary of Contents for WF2AU1B

Page 1: ...1 ...

Page 2: ...etworks It may take a few minutes for the Winegard ConnecT network Winegard2ghzXXXXXX to appear 2 The label located on the front of this manual lists the unique default SSID and password Select this WiFi signal from the list of wireless networks and connect Once the correct SSID has been selected enter the password It is recommended to set your device s to automatically connect with the Winegard C...

Page 3: ... 1 Start with the ConnecT 2 0 powered off 2 Remove the 2 Phillips head screws that attach to the SIM card cover plate 3 Remove the SIM card cover plate 4 Take your newly acquired SIM card and insert it into the empty SIM card holder with the metal electronic chip facing downward You should hear a clicking sound once the card inserts into the correct position DO NOT force the SIM card in to the SIM...

Page 4: ... WiFi Only and click the SELECT button 6 Click the SCAN FOR WIFI button and select one of the usable WiFi networks 7 Once connected to the internet under the NAVIGATE TO PAGE field click on the drop down menu and select CHANGE PROVIDER on the main status screen See figure 6 8 Enter the correct cellular provider in the CELLULAR PROVIDER field and then enter the correct APN for the SIM card in the C...

Page 5: ... guest network an easily recognizable name See figure 8 3 Enter a password If you use a simple password it is recommended that the guest network be disabled when not in use See figure 8 Change Administration Password It is not necessary to change the administration password however to change the password click on CHANGE PASSWORD to bring up the new password screen See figure 10 Enter the new passw...

Page 6: ...eck for software updates the first time the system is connected to an Internet signal It is also recommended to check for updates every couple months for fixes and added features 1 From the Status Screen choose UPDATE SOFTWARE from the drop down menu 2 Once on the update software screen click CHECK FOR LATEST VERSION See figure 11 3 There will be a slight delay while the Winegard ConnecT compares ...

Page 7: ...on how to contact the Winegard support team If you are experiencing issues you may be asked to save a log file To do this you will click on the SAVE LOG button and a download from the Winegard ConnecT s software to your device will begin After the file is downloaded you will be able to email technical service for review See figure 15 Before contacting the Winegard support team click on the FAQ but...

Page 8: ...dels No PC required to set up your ConnecT system Settings Change network info Internet Source Switch between WiFi 4G and no Internet Support Contact Winegard access logs and manuals About Update software view system info Buy data Purchase Winegard LTE data pay 30 days at a time with no throttling Scan for WiFi Scan and switch to available WiFi networks Slideout Menu Internet download speed test q...

Page 9: ...n you may log in using the factory SSID and password located on the front of this manual or inside the cover plate 2 If you are unable to gain access to the outside antenna you can also do a power cycle to get the unit back to the factory defaults See the Reset Return to Factory Defaults section of this manual on page 5 3 Email help winegard com What do I do if 10 11 12 1 does not bring up the log...

Page 10: ...nect to Logging into WiFi XXXX The source signal is password protected This message will be displayed after you have entered the correct password and the two systems work out the security protocols Bad Password The source signal is password protected This message will be displayed after you have entered an incorrect password and the source system has rejected the connection Generally this screen w...

Page 11: ... com Customer must provide proof of purchase with a dated sales receipt for the Winegard product to verify the product is under warranty If the date of purchase cannot be verified the warranty period shall be considered to begin thirty 30 days after the date of manufacture If a defect in material or workmanship is discovered Customer may take the product to an authorized Winegard dealer for servic...

Page 12: ...e relevant maintenance schedules 3 2 The claim listed in clause 3 1 may be made in person or the claim may be sent to the address listed on this form including the particulars required under clauses 3 1 i and 3 1 ii 3 3 The appropriate form for making a claim for warranty is as attached 4 DURATION OF WARRANTY 4 1 This warranty will cease i where the Goods are purchased already fitted in or as a co...

Page 13: ...install fit maintain service or use the Goods in accordance with the specifications and instructions provided by the Manufacturer including a failure to comply with the relevant maintenance schedule where applicable ii the Supplier cannot establish any Defect in the Goods after testing iii the Goods have been used other than for the purpose for which they were designed iv the Goods have been subje...

Page 14: ... box Yes No Receipt No Description of defects Give as much detail as possible Use a separate page if required Date of purchase services provided I hereby declare that the information provided above is true and correct and to the best of my knowledge and belief and I have complied with all the conditions of the warranty Signed Name please print Dated Please note the issue or completion of this form...

Page 15: ...n made to ensure that the information in this manual is correct and complete no company shall be held liable for any errors or omissions in this manual Changes and technological advances are continuously being made in the wireless market Information provided in this manual was accurate at time of printing If the antenna does not function as expected please contact Winegard Co Winegard Company 2736...

Reviews: