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Operation - 

Local Network Settings

Local Network Settings  -  

Most functions on the Winegard Extreme 2.0 are controlled from 

the Local Network Settings screen.  

From the Status Screen, under NAVIGATE TO PAGE, select Local Area Networks from the 
menu (Figure 32).

Figure 32

Figure 33

A) 

Change (SSID) Network Name 

(Figure 33 )

It is recommended that you change the name of your Extreme 2.0. This will improve the 
security of your network and make it easier to find with your WiFi-enabled devices.

B) 

Change Network Password 

(Figure 33 )

To secure your network, it is suggested that you change the network password to 
something you can remember. The new password must be at least eight characters long. 
You will need to log in using the new user name and password.

C) 

Security Type 

(Figure 33 )

The Winegard Extreme 2.0 Security Type has been defaulted to WPA2 PSK (AES). 
Other options are available on this screen: 
WPA-PSK (TKIP) 
WPA-PSK (AES) & WPA2-PSK (AES)
WPA2-PSK (AES) & WPA3 (AES)

NOTE

: Any changes made to your network settings may result in a temporary loss of all 

network connections . You will need to reconnect all devices to the Winegard Extreme 2.0 with 
the changed network name and/or password.

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Summary of Contents for ConnecT 2.0

Page 1: ...2452462 REV8 21 Register your product at winegard com myantenna For technical services Email help winegard com or call 1 800 788 4417 Extreme 2 0 Installation and Operation Manual ...

Page 2: ...etely before attempting to assemble install or operate this product Winegard recommends that a professional technician installs this equipment Save these instructions POE MUST BE INSTALLED INDOORS DO NOT MOUNT OVER CHIMNEY OPENING Never install unit upside down Improper installation will cause product damage Do not paint any portion of the Winegard Extreme 2 0 This could damage the system and will...

Page 3: ...de or outside Ethernet cable not provided MAX 85 feet OR Extreme 2 0 outdoor unit POE L pipe Wall mount Pipe mount Insert Home router Connect to POE port LAN port to home router 3 Access Point or Bridge Modes ONLY Ethernet cable L pipe THE POE IS INDOOR RATED ONLY It is not intended for outside use ...

Page 4: ... your device and type 10 11 12 1 into the address bar and press ENTER Figure 1 This will take you to the Admin Login screen Figure 2 Login using Username admin Password admin 4 INTERNET ACCESS WIFI will need to be selected If selected move to next step 5 Press SCAN FOR WIFI Figure 3 This should take about one minute The Winegard Extreme 2 0 will display available networks by signal strength Select...

Page 5: ...reless networks and connect Once the correct SSID has been selected enter the listed password We recommend you set your device s to automatically connect with the Winegard Extreme 2 0 4 Once connected open an internet browser on your device and type 10 11 12 1 into the address bar and press ENTER Figure 5 This will take you to the Admin Login screen Figure 6 Login using Username admin Password adm...

Page 6: ...on your device and type 10 11 12 1 into the address bar and press ENTER Figure 8 This will take you to the Admin Login screen Figure 9 Login using Username admin Password admin 5 INTERNET ACCESS Select Ethernet and press SELECT Figure 10 Your unit is connecting and will take about 2 minutes NOTE WiFi signal will stay at No Signal until Connected when using Access Point or Bridge Modes 6 NAVIGATE T...

Page 7: ...d you set your device s to automatically connect with the Winegard Extreme 2 0 3 Once connected open an internet browser on your device and type 10 11 12 1 into the address bar and press ENTER Figure 13 This will take you to the Admin Login screen Figure 14 Login using Username admin Password admin 4 INTERNET ACCESS WIFI will need to be selected Press SCAN FOR WIFI Figure 15 5 Enter the network pa...

Page 8: ...8 8 Select CONTINUE at bottom of screen 9 You will be directed back to the Status page and close out screen Figure 19 10 On your device phone tablet etc go to Settings WIFI and you will now see the units 5GHz SSID broadcasting and select for use Figure 20 11 Select the 5GHz connection and enter the password from the Quick Start Guide or bottom of unit to connect You are now ready to use internet F...

Page 9: ...r Guest Network Settings Figure 22 3 Give the guest network an easily recognizable name 4 Enter a password If you use a simple password it is recommended that the guest network be disabled when not in use Select CONTINUE Figure 22 5 You will be directed back to Status page and can now close out the screen Figure 23 Your guests are now ready to use the WiFi Figure 21 Figure 22 Figure 23 9 ...

Page 10: ... WiFi Networks Used to connect or delete stored networks 4 Network Activity Used to view connected devices and network traffic Figure 24 5 Update Software Used to check for latest software updates updating software and restoring to factory configuration Figure 26 6 Support Key unit information Winegard phone support number email support address Save Log function Test Speed and Test Connectivity Fi...

Page 11: ...O PAGE select Update Software from the drop down menu Figure 30 5 Select CHECK FOR LATEST VERSION There will be a slight delay while the Extreme 2 0 compares the current software version to the latest available version If you have the latest version there is no need to update the software Click CANCEL If you have older software click PROCEED Figure 31 6 If you clicked PROCEED the system will be un...

Page 12: ...hange Network Password Figure 33 To secure your network it is suggested that you change the network password to something you can remember The new password must be at least eight characters long You will need to log in using the new user name and password C Security Type Figure 33 The Winegard Extreme 2 0 Security Type has been defaulted to WPA2 PSK AES Other options are available on this screen W...

Page 13: ...n the system will begin a reset this process could take up to 5 minutes 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 the Quick Start Guide or on the bottom of your Extreme Unit What do I do if 10 11 12 1 does not bring up the login screen The first thing to check is the WiFi signal If this is not the Win...

Page 14: ...O THE TWO YEAR PERIOD OF THIS WARRANTY In states that do not allow limitations on implied warranties or the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages the above limitations or exclusions do not apply Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusi...

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