SIMREX DataMover ESS Series Installation & Start-Up Instructions Download Page 5

MAN.ESS-INS, Rev. E

ESS

 Series Installation & Start-Up

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SIMREX CORPORATION

When installed in a Class I, Div. 2, Groups A, B, C or D hazardous location, observe 
the following notice: 

WARNING —EXPLOSION HAZARD 

Do not disconnect 

equipment unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be non-haz-
ardous. 

6.

Refer to Articles 500 through 502 of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) for 

further information on hazardous locations and approved Division 2 wiring 
methods.

Do not disconnect equipment unless power has 
been switched off or the area is known to be 
non-hazardous.

Refer to Articles 500 through 502 of the National 
Electrical Code (NFPA 70) for further information 
on hazardous locations and approved Division 2 
wiring methods. 

FCC Part 15 Notice, U.S.A.

The transceiver described herein complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation 
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful inter-
ference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation. This device is specifically designed to be 
used under Section 15.247 of the FCC Rules and Regulations. Any unauthorized mod-
ification or changes to this device without the express approval of Microwave Data 
Systems may void the user’s authority to operate this device. Furthermore, this device 
is intended to be used only when installed in accordance with the instructions outlined 
in this manual. Failure to comply with these instructions may also void the user’s 
authority to operate this device.

Environmental Information

The manufacture of this equipment has required the extraction and use of natural 
resources. Improper disposal may contaminate the environment and present a health 
risk due to hazardous substances contained within. To avoid dissemination of these 
substances into our environment, and to limit the demand on natural resources, we 
encourage you to use the appropriate recycling systems for disposal. These systems 
will reuse or recycle most of the materials found in this equipment in a sound way. 
Please contact SIMREX or your supplier for more information on the proper disposal 
of this equipment. 

About This Guide

This guide presents installation and initial operating instructions for the DataMover™ 
ESS-II 900 or the DataMover™ ESS 900Wireless IP/Ethernet transceiver. Following 
installation, we suggest keeping this guide near the equipment for future reference.

The scope of this manual is limited to the safe and effective installation of the unit in 
typical office or non-hazardous industrial settings. Users who require optimization of 
the equipment’s capabilities and operating range should read the 

DataMover 

ESS Series User’s Guide

, P/N MAN.ESS-MAN. This manual provides more in-depth 

information on antenna selection and optimization, and extensive coverage on 
user-controllable parameters and diagnostic tools.

The most essential installation information is contained on the 

Installation Reference 

Chart

 found at the center of this manual.

EXPLOSION

HAZARD!

Summary of Contents for DataMover ESS Series

Page 1: ...Installation Start Up Wireless IP Ethernet Transceiver ESS II Firmware Release 1 ESS Firmware Release 6 SIMREX MAN ESS INS Rev E MAY 2006 SIMREX CORPORATION DataMover ESS Series...

Page 2: ...Refer to the Installation Reference Chart at the middle of this manual for essential installation and configuration details...

Page 3: ...8 Step 4 Review the Transceiver s Configuration 8 Step 5 Connect the Data Equipment 10 Step 6 Check for Normal Operation 11 Resetting to Factory Defaults 12 Performance Optimization 12 INSTALLATION R...

Page 4: ...ational Fire Pro tection Association NFPA publication NFPA 70 otherwise known as the National Electrical Code The transceiver has been recognized for use in these hazardous locations by two inde pende...

Page 5: ...tions outlined in this manual Failure to comply with these instructions may also void the user s authority to operate this device Environmental Information The manufacture of this equipment has requir...

Page 6: ...as Access Point unless they are first upgraded to Dual Gateway type This is accom plished with an Authorization Key purchased from the factory Each one of these individual software keys is associated...

Page 7: ...ow An accompa nying concern is the cyber security of the communication infrastruc ture and the security of the data itself The transceiver is capable of dealing with many common security issues Table...

Page 8: ...STEPS A typical product shipment consists of a transceiver a power con nector and this start up guide Below are the basic steps for installing a transceiver Should further information be needed see T...

Page 9: ...e Fasteners anchors or screws are not normally supplied Four threaded holes are located on the bottom of the radio that are suitable for connecting mounting hardware Use 6 32 x 1 4 inch 6 mm screws to...

Page 10: ...the left If the transceiver is to be powered at voltages of 28 Vdc or higher please review the User s Guide for important recommendations Invisibleplaceholder Figure 2 Power Connector Polarity Left Ri...

Page 11: ...s or 1 Mbps ESS rates are 256 kbps or 512 kbps Password Used for remote access and Menu System features NOTE The default password is admin For web access a username is also required The default userna...

Page 12: ...N port 10BaseT or one of the serial ports depending on the capability of your transceiver See Table 1 on Page 4 Use a straight through Ethernet cable to connect the LAN port to a hub and a crossover c...

Page 13: ...System PING utility At Remote Units a Look for the LINK LED to turn on and remain on This indi cates the unit has successfully associated with the network s Access Point The association process may t...

Page 14: ...lt admin you must enter a special code authorization key provided by the factory in place of the user name at the time of login Contact the factory for more information Performance Optimization After...

Page 15: ...operates only in the CHANNELS mode with select able hopping from 1 to 75 channels Usage key for Channel Configuration Menu n no Radio channel is not used y yes Radio channel is used NA not available R...

Page 16: ...ssociated with an Access Point unit by observing the LINK LED It should be on or blinking 2 View and record the Wireless Packets Dropped and Received Error rates This information will be used later Ma...

Page 17: ...ter which it will return the transceiver to normal operation The Test Mode can also be terminated manually via the menu 3 Set the transmitter RF output power to 30 dBm Main Menu Maintenance Tools Menu...

Page 18: ...g common system difficul ties using the front panel LEDs as a guide Table 6 on Page 17 pro vides guidance using the Menu System as a tool If problems persist review the SIMREX Web site s technical sup...

Page 19: ...oth ends b Verify that the appropriate type of Ethernet cable is used straight through or crossover as required Table 6 Troubleshooting with the Menu System Symptom Problem Recommended System Checks R...

Page 20: ...h local PING attempt to PING an IP unit attached to another radio d If successful with the LAN PINGs try connecting to a known unit in the WAN Wireless Retries too high Possible Radio Frequency Interf...

Page 21: ...hardware 1 5 x 6 x 4 H x W x D 3 8 x 15 2 x 10 2 cm Weight 0 9 kg 2 lb Case Cast Aluminum RADIO CHARACTERISTICS GENERAL Frequency Range 902 928 MHz Industrial Scientific Medical ISM Band Mode Freq Hop...

Page 22: ...SERVICE If return of the equipment is necessary please contact the SIMREX Technical Support Team You will be issued a Return Materials Authorization RMA number The RMA number will help expedite the re...

Page 23: ...ns should be addressed to When repairs have been completed the equipment will be returned to you by the same shipping method used to send it to the factory Please specify if you wish to make different...

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