User's Manual

CHAPTER 2
STARTING OUT
Revised: 5 Dec 12 2-1 EST P/N AA107-210CM
OVERVIEW
There are three main phases to prepare the ESTeem 210 for operation in a wireless network:
Phase 1 - Determine the correct mode of operation for the ESTeem in the wireless network. The ESTeem
210 i
s a
sophisticated networking device that can be configured for multiple modes of operation. Determining the correct mode of
operation for the ESTeem 210 is the first step. Chapter 3 of this User’s Manual details the modes of operation and applications
where each would be used.
Phase 2 - Program the ESTeem for operation in the wireless network. Once the correct m
ode of operation for the ESTeem
has been determined, the 210 can be programmed for the wireless network. To simplify the programming of the Model 210,
ESTeem has created a new software utility called the ESTeem Network Configuration (ENC) Utility which is used to graphically
configure the primary and backup communication routes between ESTeem 210’s in the network. The ENC Utility can be installed
from the ESTeem Resource Disk or from the ESTeem web site (www.esteem.com). Chapter 4 (Utilities and Features) of this
User’s Manual will guide you in the installation of the software and give a brief overview of operation of the ENC Utility, but a
detailed User’s Guide is available both on the ESTeem Resource Disk and in the Help section of the program itself.
The ESTeem Model 210 can also be programmed through the internal Web interface (discussed in detail in Chapter 5) if you do
not have access to the ENC Utility.
Phase 3 - Install the ESTeem hardware and test communication. Afte
r the ESTeem Model 210’s programming, install the
hardware in each remote location. Chapter 8 of this User’s Manual describes the antenna specifications, mounting options and the
configuration of the pole mounting hardware for the ESTeem. For instructions on testing and troubleshooting the wireless link,
refer to Appendix F (Troubleshooting).
MODEL 210 HARDWARE LAYOUT
To begin the configuration, unpack the ESTeem Model 210 shipping boxes and locate the items below for initial configuration.
Take a few minutes to inventory your equipment before you proceed. Report any missing or damaged items to Customer Support
(509-735-9092) as soon as possible. Each node in your ESTeem Model 210’s network may have different hardware components
based upon the final installation location (i.e. Outdoor, Indoor, Point-to-point or Muti-Point). Antenna types, cable lengths, power
supplies may be different, but the following items will be required for basic setup:
Model 210
AA109 Resource Disk
Antenna
(AA20C.1 Displayed)
Coax Cable
(Antenna to ESTeem 210)
Power Supply
(AA174 Displayed)
Ethernet Cable
Note: Your accessory model numbers may vary from the above, but you will need to locate each of above items to continue
confi
guration.