Lantronix Wi-Fi Module Configuration Guide For BaseStation 3200 V12 Irrigation Controllers April 25, 2014 Customer Service 1-866-294-5847
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Lantronix Wi-Fi Module Configuration Guide for Baseline Irrigation Controllers Introduction In order to remotely connect with your BaseStation irrigation controller and take advantage of BaseManager, the controller must be able to communicate over the Internet. Using a Wi-Fi module is one option for wireless Internet communication. The Wi-Fi module enables your controller to connect to an existing Wi-Fi network at your site.
Lantronix Wi-Fi Module Configuration Guide for Baseline Irrigation Controllers Step 2 – Configure the Wi-Fi Module IMPORTANT! The computer used to configure the Wi-Fi module must have the Windows 7 (or earlier) operating system. Windows 8 does not support the ad hoc network connection that is used during configuration. 1. On a desktop or laptop computer that has wireless network connectivity, download and install the LANTRONIX DeviceInstaller from the following URL: http://www.lantronix.
Lantronix Wi-Fi Module Configuration Guide for Baseline Irrigation Controllers 8. Double-click on the WiBox b/g entry in the right pane. The DeviceInstaller displays the device details in the right pane. 9. At the top of the right pane, click the Web Configuration tab, and then click the green arrow button. 10. When prompted for username and password, leave the defaults in the fields, and then click the OK button. 11. Click the Network option in the menu on the left side of the pane.
Lantronix Wi-Fi Module Configuration Guide for Baseline Irrigation Controllers 12. Click the drop-down arrow in the Network Mode field, and then click Bridging (Single Host). 13. Click the OK button at the bottom of the page. 14. Click the WLAN option in the menu on the left side of the pane. The WLAN Settings page displays. 15. Use the details that you recorded above to complete the fields on the WLAN Settings page.
Lantronix Wi-Fi Module Configuration Guide for Baseline Irrigation Controllers Step 3 – Verify the Connection in the Controller If you experience any problems during the configuration of your Wi-Fi module, call Baseline Support at 866.294.5847. 1. On the BaseStation 3200 V12 controller, turn the dial to the Network position. 2. Press the Next button to highlight the Ethernet Setup option, and then press Enter. 3. Ensure that DHCP displays in the IP Address Mode field.
Lantronix Wi-Fi Module Configuration Guide for Baseline Irrigation Controllers FCC Compliance Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
