WES2HT User Manual
Manual-WES2HT-Rev1407-1
Copyright © KBC Networks 2013
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12 Troubleshooting
12.1 Visual Inspection
If the WES2HT antennas can be accessed, the status LEDs can be investigated to
determine if there is an obvious answer to the problem.
12.1.1 LED Status
If the Link Activity LED is not illuminated then the WES2HT RF Module does not sense an
established cable link from the Ethernet device through the PIM to the WES2HT unit.
Check all cables and connectors as well as connections into and out of the PIM. For
instance, if the ‘IN’ side of the PIM is connected to the WES2HT, the device will receive
its power but the Link Activity LED will not be on.
If all four of the RSSI LEDs are not lit then the link may be unsatisfactory. Another
frequency or more alignment may be necessary. If connecting long range, visit the ‘Long
Range Parameters’ in the GUI for the Host/AP and Client and insert the approximate
distance in meters. See Section 11.2.7 Long Range Parameters.
WES2HT units operating with EMEA firmware may take longer times to connect on
certain frequencies see Page7 for details.
12.2 Test Cable Connections
12.2.1 Determine Link Activity
Obtain an IP locating device and search for the Host/AP and/or Client IP address. First
attempt to locate and/or ping the locally connected WES2HT device then attempt to ping
the remote WES2HT antenna. If the pings reply then the link is established to the local
unit. If the ping does not reply or the GUI is not accessible for the remote WES2HT
antenna then access the GUI for the local device and try the ping from within the
WES2HT.
12.2.2 Test Wireless Device over Cable (without the WES2HT)
A bench test is always recommended in order to test the wirelessly connected devices
over a cable connected link. This verifies that the devices in line with the WES2HT are
operating. In addition, a test with the WES2HT in line while transmitting in a sterile
environment will help to ensure that the wireless system is working properly.
12.3 GUI Tools
See section 3 of this manual for the diagnostic tools available to use to determine the
problem and probable solution. Contact KBC Networks for technical assistance.