WLg-LINK-OEM Access Point, Ethernet Bridge, bridge router & repeater (WDS) (a/b/g/h) full module for OEMs

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The WLg-LINK-OEM module used in the ACCESS POINT mode makes it possible to create an industrial WiFi wireless network from any industrial equipment featuring an 10/100 Ethernet interface.

Used in the BRIDGE mode, the WLg-LINK-OEM enables to connect any industrial equipment featuring a 10/100 Ethernet interface to the WiFi wireless network.

WLg-LINK-OEM module can also be used as a WiFi network repeater (WDS) in order to extend radio coverage, device supports both INFRASTRUCTURE and AD-HOC modes.

The WLg-LINK-OEM device is also designed to work as a wireless bridge between the wired MODBUS/TCP or PROFINET protocols and the radio network, this feature allows to connect any MODBUS/TCP or PROFINET equipments to this network.

Thanks to its built-in WEB interface, the setup of the device is achieved using the web browser installed on your computer (Internet Explorer, Netscape, Mozilla ...).
WLg-LINK-OEM doesn't require any additional software to be installed on your computer (no peripheral driver needed).

The radio link is made safe by using most modern methods of protection: WEP 64/128 bits, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK and authentification IEEE 802.1x (RADIUS).
The nominal range (open space) of the module is 300 m for a transmit power of +20 dBm and -92 dBm in reception (a/g modes) and -95 dBm (IEEE 802.11b mode).

Its size is extremely compact (L:89 x W:51 x H:20 mm) in order to be integrated in any equipment equipped with an Ethernet port, consequently opening to equipment access to the wireless world.
It can be connected the a printed circuit board through a female HE10 connector.

It can be powered from the DC power source (+3.3VDC or +5VDC) for a 3.5W typical consumption.

Features Access Point, Ethernet Bridge, bridge router, WDS repeater functions and both AD-HOC and INFRASTRUCTURE modes 10/100 auto-sensing Ethernet port interface, RJ45 or TTL level (HE10 header connector) 54/108 Mbps wireless Ethernet link compliant to the IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/h & SUPER AG standards, OFDM, DSSS, 2.4 / 5 GHz, 2 HIROSE UFL connector for external antenna / cable Rapid roaming (less than 50 mS in single channel mode) 300 m nominal range (line of sight), 60 m in other cases (with built-in antenna), up to 5 Km with a 20 dBi antenna Built-in ATHEROS's chip set: AR5414 (AR5006SX) +20 dBm transmit power, -92 dBm receive level (a/g modes) and -95 dBm receive level (b mode) with transmitter power output control (TPC) 64/128 bits WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, IEEE 802.1x (RADIUS supplicant & authenticator), MAC addresses filtering, SSID broadcast control No peripheral driver required, configuration from standard internet web browser (built-in web server), SNMP agent, NDM administration software ACKSYS logo shown is the web server (banner area, top page) can be replaced with the OEM's company logo LEDs signalling for LAN, WLAN network activity and 10/100 mode Compact printed circuit (L:89 x W:51 x H:20 mm) +3.3VDC or +5VDC power source, 3.5W typical power consumption Wide operating temperature range: -20°C to +70°C, storage: -65 to +100°C, humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing), for extended temperature range -40°C to +85°C please consult us

Mechanical characteristics and connectors Pin Out Dimensions en mm HE10 male connectors (TTL level signals) Pins (J3) Dir. Description 1 O 100 Mbps LAN activity 3V3 LED (0 if active) 2 P +3.3VDC (3W) (1) 3 O LAN actity 3V3 LED (0 if active) 4 O WLAN actity 3V3 LED (0 if active) 5 O Administration 3V3 LED (1 if active) 6 I Reset (active at 1) 7 P +5VDC (3W) (1) 8 P GND Pins (J6) Dir. Description 1 O TxP (Ethernet, 3V3) 2 I RxP (Ethernet, 3V3) 3 O TxM (Ethernet, 3V3) 4 I RxM (Ethernet, 3V3) Note (1): Only one of the two power pins +3.3VDC (pin 2) or +5VDC (pin 15) should be used simultaneously to power the WLg-LINK-OEM. Powering from the +3.3VC power pin apply power directly to IC as the +5VDC go through a power regulator. Application examples The WLg-LINK-OEM enables to connect two Ethernet networks or two Ethernet equipments in the AD-HOC mode (direct radio connection without infrastructure) or within a radio network controlled by an Access Point as well. The WLg-LINK-OEM can also be configured to work as a WiFi access Point. WLg-LINK-OEM also supports the MODBUS/TCP & PROFINET protocols, thus you can easily replace a network cable by the radio link to connect any industrial equipment which rely on these protocols. Explore the configuration wizard features of the WLg-LINK-OEM module

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Accessories for the WLg-LINK-OEM family:

WLg-RF400MW		High power radio option (26 dBm, 400 mW), requires the WLg-LINK-OEM module to be powered from a 3.3 VDC power source only, do not use the high power radio with a single antenna, this will result in permanent radio damage, for single antenna application use a 50 Ohms termination on the antenna connector left open
WL-KIT-ANT-1a		RP-SMA 1 antenna 2.4 / 5 GHz kit with 15 cm cable for the WLg-LINK-OEM

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