ACKSYS AIRBOX-10 V1 Series Single Radio
Specifications
- AirBox/10: Single-radio AP 11n (WiFi 4) with 2 antennas,without PoE
- AirBox/12: Dual-radio AP 11n/11ac (WiFi 4 & 5) with various antenna configurations and PoE options
- Dimensions: 141.2 x 99 x 35 mm (5.55 x 3.89 x 1.38 inches)
- Weight:
- AirBox/10: 311g without accessories, 345g with terminal block and antennas
- AirBox/12: 338g without accessories, 412g with terminal block and antennas
- IP Rating: IP30
- Power Supply: 9-48VDC
Quick installation guide
- Access point, Router, Repeater, Bridge, Mesh
- 2 Gigabits LAN with one PoE 802.3af
- Compact metal housing
- Wall or optional DIN Rail mounting
- Dual DC power inputs 9 to 48 VDC
- 2 insulated programmable digital inputs, 2 insulated programmable digital outputs
Before starting, please check the product kit part listing below. Contact immediately your dealer if any item is missing or damaged:
- One AirBox device
- 1 standard cat. 5e straight Ethernet cable
- 2 WiFi omni-directional dual-band 2.4/5 GHz antennas for AirBox/10
- 5/4 WiFi omni-directional dual-band 2.4/5 GHz antennas for AirBox/12 (V2/V3)
- This quick installation guide printed
Before continuing, check for the latest documentations on the www.acksys.fr web site. Read the « WaveOS user guide».
You will need:
- a Windows PC to install WaveManager,
- a web browser, IE or compatible
- an android smartphone to install optional application WaveViewer.
PoE feature is supported from AIRBOX V2 version.
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
- Plug the antennas in
Connect the supplied antennas on the connectors according to the model you have. See section Antenna connectors WiFi Ant (50 ohms) to get relevant information. - Connect the power supply
See the Power supply and CONNECTORS sections about the characteristics of the power supply.
The device has no ON/OFF switch. It turns-on automatically when power is applied. Check LEDs PWR1 and PWR2:- PWR1 LED is ON if power supply 1 or PoE is ON.
- PWR2 LED is ON if power supply 2 is ON.
The Diag LED stays red for around 60 seconds, until the device is fully ready to use. Then the Diag LED turns green.
- Connect the Ethernet cable
- If you want to use the product in PoE mode, connect the PoE source onto LAN2. Do not connect simultaneously PWR1/PWR2 power supplies.
- Plug the provided Ethernet cable to the LAN1 or LAN2 connector.
- Check that the corresponding LAN1 or LAN2 LED turns ON at that point.
SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION
- Modifying the default IP address 192.168.1.253
From any PC on the network, run the Windows application WaveManager (found on the ACKSYS website: www.acksys.com )- Go directly to step 5 if the default IP address is compatible with your network.
- Select the device in the list and click on « Setup/Fast IP configuration » button.
- You can configure the IP address to make it compatible with your network or activate the DHCP client.
Warning: If you change the IP address of the product also think about changing the IP address of the network interface of the connected PC.
- Configure the product
Run the WEB Interface of the product from WaveManager (via WEB server button)
The default page (STATUS tab) displays the device status
Now select the “SETUP” tab.
- You will be asked for a username and password. You must choose the root user. No password is required by default.
- You get now access to the setup page.
In the “wireless interfaces overview” section, you must:
- Enable the Wi-Fi radio interface to set up its Wi-Fi parameters (alternatively you can navigate to change network and services configuration).
- Select your country in order to enforce applicable regulation rules
- Click on Save to validate.
The default factory settings are
- Access point mode
- SSID “acksys”
- No security
- Automatic radio channel and 11an mode
To configure the WiFi interface:
Customize your Wireless interface according to
- The operating mode: Access point, client (bridge)
- Wi-Fi parameters: 802.11 mode, radio channel, SSID
- Wi-Fi security parameters (WEP, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2, WPA2-PSK, SSID broadcast or not)
You will find a complete description of all modes in the WaveOS user guide.
Warning: Save your settings by clicking “Save & Apply”.
Otherwise your settings will be lost if the product has to restart
FINAL INSTALLATION
- Install the device
- Place the device in an appropriate place.
- Check the orientation of the antennas
- Insure that their position allows proper communication with the peer Wi-Fi devices.
- Specifically, insure that there are no obstacles between the device and its peers (“line of sight” concept).
QUICKLY EVALUATE AP & BRIDGE MODES
Quickly evaluate the ACKSYS device in AP role
You need a second computer (PC2) with a working Wireless connection.
Set up the PC2 Wireless network interface according to the default parameters of the ACKSYS AP device (802.11gn, SSID “acksys”, no security).
Quickly evaluate the ACKSYS device in client role
You need two ACKSYS devices, and a second computer (PC2) with a wired LAN connection.
Set up the IP addresses according to the picture above and set the device connected to PC2 to Client (infrastructure) role.
From each PC, start a command prompt and run the ping command to verify the link.
- From PC1: type ping 192.168.1.2, verify the answer returned by PC2 « Answer from 192.168.1.2… »
- From PC 2: type ping 192.168.1.1, verify the answer returned by PC1 « Answer from 192.168.1.1… »
Notice: The State LED is flashing until the bridge connects to the AP.
TROUBLESHOOTING
None of the led indicators turns ON
- Check the power supply (voltage, cabling).
The relevant LAN1 or LAN2 led stays OFF
- Check that the remote device is turned ON.
- Check the Ethernet plugs on both sides.
- Try to connect to another device.
- Use the provided RJ45 cable to connect the device.
The Wi-Fi link does not come up (STATE led OFF or blinking)
- Make sure the WiFi interface is enabled (not by default)
- Make sure that the Wireless parameters of the Client (case sensitive SSID, 802.11 mode, radio channel and security) match those of the AP.
- Check the radio conditions: distance between devices, placement of antennas, interferences and obstacles to radio waves propagation.
- Try with all securities and encryption settings temporarily disabled.
- Try using the product with factory settings as shown in the “Quickly evaluate…” section.
- Try another radio channel.
“WaveManager” doesn’t find your device
- WaveManager only scans the local network.
- Check that your firewall does not block WaveManager.
How to restore factory settings
- If the built-in web-based interface is reachable, you can use your browser to restore factory settings.
Else, power up the unit, wait for the red “Diag” LED to turn green, then hold down the reset button (for at least 2 seconds)
RESET
- A RESET button is accessible from the front panel.
- Use exclusively a 2mm diameter non-metallic object to press the button.
EARTH GROUNDING
- There are 2 ways to connect the product to the ground:
- Use the power terminal block on the front panel
- Use the grounding lug (0.81×6.35 mm) on the right side. For efficient grounding, we recommend using a braided metal wire connected to a female lug (not supplied)
CONNECTORS
| 9-48VDC connector (Power supply) | |||
| 5-way terminal block connector
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Signal name | Pin | |
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Power 1 |
VIN1- | 1 | |
| VIN1+ | 2 | ||
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Power 2 |
VIN2- | 3 | |
| VIN2+ | 4 | ||
| EARTH | 5 | ||
| LAN connectors (Ethernet) | |
RJ45 connectors |
LAN1 and LAN2 are two Ethernet ports.
These ports support the Auto-negotiation function. They can automatically select the transmission speed (10 Base-T, 100 Base- Tx or 1000 Base-T Half/Full Duplex). It enables to the device to coexist in the network by mitigating the risks of network disruption arising from incompatible technologies. LAN2 has a PoE Powered Device, built in interface, 802.3 af compliant. |
| Digital I/O connector (Digital inputs/outputs) | |||
8-way terminal block connector |
Signal name | Pin | |
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OUT1 |
Vout1 | 1 | |
| GND | 5 | ||
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OUT2 |
Vout2 | 2 | |
| GND | 6 | ||
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IN1 |
Vin1 | 3 | |
| GND | 7 | ||
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IN2 |
Vin2 | 4 | |
| GND | 8 | ||
| Antenna connectors WiFi Ant (50 ohms) | |||
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RP SMA female connector
Center pin |
AirBox/10 AirBox/12 |
WiFi1 interface (2T/2R)
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AirBox/12 V1 et V2 |
Interface WiFi2 (3T/3R)
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AirBox/12 V3 |
Interface WiFi2 (2T/2R)
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| To get the highest benefit of the MIMO technology and its high radio bit rate, you must connect all antennas (2 in WiFi1 and 2/3 in WiFi2).
Nevertheless, in degraded mode, it is possible to connect a single antenna for a 2T/2R interface (use exclusively Ant1 connector) WiFi1
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WiFi ANTENNA
| Type of antennas | Dipole, dual band, omnidirectional, swivel |
| Dual band | 2.4 / 5.8GHz |
| Connector | RP-SMA male |
| Gain | 3 dBi |
PANEL MOUNTING OF THE DEVICE
For fixing, use the 2 opposites holes of Ø8 present on the case.
Moreover, it is possible to mount the product on a DIN RAIL by using the WL- FIX-RD2 kit
LEDs definition
The product has LEDs according to the models.
The status LEDs indicate
| LED | Color | Description |
| PWR1 | Green | On: a power supply is connected to pins VIN1 of the power connector or by a PoE source connected to LAN2 |
| PWR2 | Green | On: a power supply is connected to pins VIN2 of the power connector |
| Diag |
Red/ Green |
This led indicates the unit operational state.
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| Link/Act LAN 1/2 | Green |
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| SPEED LAN1/2 | Yellow |
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| S (State) WiFi1/2 | Green | Off: the radio is disabled Blinking: the product is unassociated solid “On”: the product is associated |
| A (Activity) WiFi1/2 | Blue | Flashing: Radio Tx/Rx activity |
DIGITAL INPUTs
The product has 2 digital inputs. These inputs are used to signal an event in the product (See WaveOS user manual). The signal must be applied on the pins IN1 or IN2 of the digital I/O connector.
The voltage applied must not exceed 24 VDC. The product interprets any voltage between 0V and 1V as a logic level “0”, and any voltage between 3V and 24V as a logic level “1”. Between 1V and 3V, the state is undetermined.
DIGITAL OUTPUTs (ALARM CONTACTOR)
The product has two digital outputs in order to signal an alarm defined by the configuration of the product (See WaveOS user manual). The alarm uses the pins OUT1 or OUT2 of the digital I/O connector.
The contact is closed during normal product operation and opens when the alarm condition occurs. It opens as well when the product is powered off or not in an operational state.
The alarm contact can switch 60V maximum voltage with a current up to 80mA, and protected against transient surges. This is a first stage alarm contactor which must not be used to drive power directly. To carry out this function, please consider the use of a power relay, as shown in the picture below:
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
| General characteristics | |
| Dimensions (w/o antennas) | L x l x h = 141.2 x 99 x 35 mm L x l x h = 8.85 x 4.25 x 2.42 in |
| Weight | AirBox/10: 311 g w/o accessories, 345 g with antennas and power supply terminal block
AirBox/12: 338 g w/o accessories, 412 g with antennas and power supply terminal block |
| Enclosure | IP 30 |
| Operating temperatures range | -20°C to +60°C (-4°F à 140°F) |
| Storage temperatures range | -40°C to +85°C (-40°F à 185°F) |
| Relative humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
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Reset button (accessible from front panel with a sharp object < 2 mm) |
Short push (< 1 sec), anytime: → Reset
Long push (> 2 sec.):
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Mechanical characteristics
| Software | |
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Device configuration |
Automatic discover of the product Built in web interface with login/password protection |
| Firmware upgrade | Via web browser or “WaveManager” |
| SNMP | SNMP V2C, V3 |
| Operating mode | AP (Access Point), Router, Repeater, Bridge/Client, Mesh, WDS |
| AP mode only | |
| Network topology | Infrastructure |
| Security | WEP, WPA,802.1x authenticator, SSID visibility status |
| Client/Bridge mode only | |
| Network topology | Infrastructure, ad-hoc or mesh mode |
| Security | WEP, WPA2, 802.1x supplicant. AES/TKIP/WEP by hardware encryption |
| Mesh mode only (supported only with WiFi 4 interface) | |
| Network topology | 802.11s |
| Security | SAE/AMPE |
| Power supply | |
| Number of power supply inputs | 3, PWR1, PWR2 and PoE |
| PWR1/PWR2 source | 9 to 48VDC protected against wire inversion
5-ways terminal block connector |
| PoE source | 802.3af /802.3at type 1 class 3 on LAN2 Feature available from V2 version of the product |
| Power consumption | AirBox/10: Average consumption between 2,1 et 6W. Recommended power supply 7W.
AirBox/12: Average consumption between 2,7 et 11W. Recommended power supply 15W. |
| Ethernet interface | |
| Number of ports | 2 (LAN1, LAN2), LAN2 with PoE 802.3af |
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Type of ports |
Auto MDI/MDI-X 10 BASE T/100 BASE Tx/1000 BASE T with automatic 802.3u negotiation (10/100/1000 Mbps) |
| Connectors | RJ45 |
| Cables | Ethernet CAT5e UTP, 2x RJ45 connector (straight cable T568B) |
| Digital inputs | |
| Number of DIO | 2 (IN1, IN2) |
| Type | Opto-isolated |
| Tension max | 24VDC, protected against over-voltage |
| Isolation | 1500V |
| Connector | 8-ways terminal block connector |
| Digital outputs (Alarm contact) | |
| Number of DIO | 2 (OUT1, OUT2) |
| Type | Solid state relay 1 form A (normally open) |
| Max voltage | 60VDC, not polarized, protected against transient over-voltage |
| Max load current | 80mA |
| ON-Resistance | 25 ohms typ., 35 ohms max |
| Isolation | 1500V |
| Connector | 8-ways terminal block Connector |
| Wi-Fi interfaces | |
| Number of interfaces | 1 for AirBox/10 ou /14 (WiFi) 2 for AirBox/12 (WiFi1, WiFi2) |
| WiFi or WiFi1 | AirBox/12 V1/V2 : 802.11ac wave 1 3T/3R AirBox/12 V3 : 802.11ac wave 1 2T/2R |
| WiFi2 | 802.11a/h, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n et 802.11ac |
| Radio mode | 802.11ac 3T/3R: up to 1,3 Gbps 802.11ac 2T/2R: up to 866,6 Mbps 802.11n 3T/3R: up to 450 Mbps 802.11n 2T/2R: up to 300 Mbps 802.11a/h: from 6 to 54 Mbps 802.11b: from 1 to 11Mbps 802.11g : from 11 to 54 Mbps |
| Modulation rates | AirBox/12 V1/V2 : 802.11ac wave 1 3T/3R AirBox/12 V3 : 802.11ac wave 1 2T/2R |
| Frequency range for 802.11a/n/ac | 5 GHz; 5.150 to 5.850 GHz |
| Frequency range for 802.11b/g/n | 2.4 GHz; 2.412 to 2.484 GHz |
| Antenna sockets | 2 RP-SMA female for AirBox/10
5 RP-SMA female for AirBox/12 (V1 and V2) 4 RP-SMA female for AirBox/12 (V3) |
| Wi-Fi1 / dual-band 11n 2T/2R | ||
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Output Tx power (radio card output) |
Modes | 1 RF chain |
| 802.11b/g | 19 dBm @ 6M
15 dBm @ 54M |
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| 802.11a | 18 dBm @ 6M
15 dBm @ 54M |
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| 802.11gn HT20 | 20.5 dBm @ 7.2 Mbps (MCS 0) 18 dBm @ 72.2 Mbps (MCS 7) | |
| 802.11gn HT40 | 20.5 dBm @ 15 Mbps (MCS 0) 18 dBm @ 150 Mbps (MCS 7) | |
| 802.11an HT20 | 18 dBm @ 7.2 Mbps (MCS 0)
15 dBm @ 72.2 Mbps (MCS 7) |
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| 802.11an HT40 | 18 dBm @ 15 Mbps (MCS 0)
15 dBm @ 150 Mbps (MCS 7) |
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| Values are given by the radio card manufacturer at ±2dB.
They must be subtracted by 2dB because of RF losses between radio card connector and antenna connector. The values are given for 1 chain. Aggregate power is calculated by adding 3 dB for 2 chains and 4.8 dB for 3 chains. |
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| Rx sensitivity (radio card input) | 802.11b | NA |
| 802.11b/g | -94 dBm @6M
-80 dBm @54M |
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| 802.11a | -96 dBm @6M
-84 dBm @54M |
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| 802.11gn HT20 | -92 dBm @ 7.2Mbps (MCS 0)
-76 dBm @ 72.2 Mbps (MCS 7) |
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| 802.11gn HT40 | -90 dBm @ 15 Mbps (MCS 0)
-73 dBm @ 150 Mbps (MCS 7) |
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| 802.11an HT20 | -96 dBm @ 7.2Mbps (MCS 0)
-75 dBm @ 72.2 Mbps (MCS 7) |
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| 802.11an HT40 | -91 dBm @ 15 Mbps (MCS 0)
-72 dBm @ 150 Mbps (MCS 7) |
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| Values are given by the radio card manufacturer with a ±2dB tolerance. Add 2 dB to get the value on the antenna connector. | ||
| WiFi2 / Dual-band 11ac wave 1 2T/2R or 3T/3R | ||
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Output Tx power (radio card output) |
1 RF chain | |
| 802.11b/g | 19 dBm @ 6M
15 dBm @ 54M |
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| 802.11a | 18 dBm @ 6M
15 dBm @ 54M |
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| 802.11gn HT20 | 19 dBm @ MCS 0
13 dBm @ MCS 7 |
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| 802.11gn HT40 | 18 dBm @ MCS 0
13 dBm @ MCS 7 |
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| 802.11an HT20 | 18 dBm @ MCS 0
13 dBm @ MCS 7 |
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| 802.11an HT40 | 18 dBm @ MCS 0
12 dBm @ MCS 7 |
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| 802.11ac HT20 | 18 dBm @ MCS 0
12 dBm @ MCS 9 |
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| 802.11ac HT40 | 18 dBm @ MCS 0
11 dBm @ MCS 9 |
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| 802.11ac HT80 | 18 dBm @ MCS 0
10 dBm @ MCS 9 |
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| Values are given by the radio card manufacturer at ±2dB.
They must be subtracted by 2dB because of RF losses between radio card connector and antenna connector. The values are given for 1 chain. Aggregate power is calculated by adding 3 dB for 2 chains and 4.8 dB for 3 chains. |
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Rx sensitivity (radio card input) |
802.11b | Non disponible |
| 802.11b/g | -94 dBm @6M
-80 dBm @54M |
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| 802.11a | -96 dBm @6M
-84 dBm @54M |
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| 802.11gn HT20 | -94 dBm @MCS 0
-77 dBm @MCS 7 |
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| 802.11gn HT40 | -93 dBm @MCS 0
-75 dBm @MCS 7 |
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| 802.11an HT20 | -95 dBm @MCS 0
-77 dBm @MCS 7 |
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| 802.11an HT40 | -92 dBm @MCS 0
-77 dBm @MCS 7 |
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| 802.11ac HT20 | -94 dBm @MCS 0
-70 dBm @MCS 9 |
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| 802.11ac HT40 | -91 dBm @MCS 0
-65 dBm @MCS 9 |
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| 802.11ac HT80 | -90 dBm @MCS 0
-61 dBm @MCS 9 |
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| Values are given by the radio card manufacturer with a ±2dB tolerance. Add 2 dB to get the value on the antenna connector. | ||
Regulatory compliance
The device conforms to the following council directive and is appropriately CE marked:
| N° | Titre |
| 2014/53/EU | Radio Equipment Directive (RED)
(See the EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY on our website) |
WiFi/WiFi1 interface conforms to:
- FCC part 15 FCC modular approval (ID = Z9W-RMB)
WiFi2 interface conforms to:
FCC part 15
- FCC modular approval (ID = TK4WLE900VX)
- FCC modular approval (ID = TK4WLE600VX)
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
| REFERENCE | CONTENT |
| PWS12-UNI-PH3 | AC (110V/220V) to 12 VDC power adapter with cable terminated by 3 pin terminal block |
| WL-FIX-RD2 | DIN rail fixing kit |
| All items can be ordered separately | |
FAQ
How do I reset the device?
To reset the device, follow the instructions provided in the user manual under the “RESET” section.
What do the different LED colors indicate?
Refer to the “LEDs” section of the manual to understand the meaning of different LED colors on the device.
How should I connect the power source?
Connect the power source according to the pin configurations specified in the user manual under the “CONNECTEURS” section.
Documents / Resources
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ACKSYS AIRBOX-10 V1 Series Single Radio [pdf] Instruction Manual AIRBOX-10 V1, AIRBOX-10 V2, AIRBOX-12 V1, AIRBOX-12 V2, AIRBOX-12 V3, AIRBOX-10 V1 Series Single Radio, AIRBOX-10 V1 Series, Single Radio, Radio |
