Installation with a cloud-based monitoring system - AP10

AP10 Installation with a Cloud-based Monitoring System
Product status
Document code
M213023EN
Revision
B
ft:locale
en-US
Product
AP10
Document type
User guide

Important information

This document is a quick guide for installation of the AP10 VaiNet Wireless Access Point with a Vaisala's cloud-based monitoring systems viewLinc Cloud and Jade Smart Cloud.

 

  • The AP10 device delivered to you has been pre-configured at the factory to connect to your cloud account.
  • Configuration using the web and touch interfaces of the AP10 are not available for pre-configured devices. The following settings are in place:
    • Touchscreen language is set to English.
    • Network configuration is set to automatic IP address acquisition (DHCP).
    • VaiNet segment is set to A.
    • VaiNet channel is set to 1.
  • User configuration of the device is limited to remote management options available in the monitoring system's user interface. For example, VaiNet channel can be changed remotely to allow the use of up to 8 access points in the same location.
  • The RFL100 data loggers in the delivery will automatically connect through the delivered access point(s). You do not have to enable installation mode on the access point.
NOTICE

AP10 access points that are pre-configured to connect to a cloud-based system require an Internet connection for operation. If there is no network available at the installation location, you can provide the connection using a suitable mobile router. Note these network requirements:

 

  • The connected network must provide the IP address automatically using DHCP. Many corporate networks require connecting devices to be registered before they can connect. In that case, you must provide the MAC address of the access point to your IT administrator. The MAC address is marked on the front of the access point (near the Ethernet connector) and on its type label in the back.
  • AP10 must be able to connect to TCP port 443 (for viewLinc Cloud or Jade Smart Cloud service) and UDP port 123 (for Network Time Protocol service) through the firewall.

Follow the installation steps below to install the device. For the complete user guide for AP10, see AP10 Access Point User Guide (M211860EN) available at docs.vaisala.com.

AP10 touchscreen and cables
1
Touchscreen
2
Ethernet cable. Use a shielded cable to meet the rated EMC performance of the device.
3
Cable from DC power supply
AP10 mounting methods
A
Mounting with cable ties (2 pcs)
B
Mounting with screws (4 pcs)
  1. Attach AP10 to its mounting location using the most suitable mounting option. Ensure the unit is securely fixed if you are mounting it higher than 2 m (approx. 6 ft) or in a location where it would pose a hazard if dropped.
  2. Point the antenna up or down for best wireless performance.
  3. Peel off the protective film from the display.
  4. Connect the Ethernet cable to Ethernet port of AP10.

    If AP10 starts up at this point, the Ethernet cable provides power using Power over Ethernet (PoE) and the separate DC power supply is not needed.

  5. If the DC power supply is needed, connect it as follows:
    1. Connect the plug to the power supply connector of AP10. Make sure the plug is oriented correctly and goes in all the way. Rotate the plug to lock it in, otherwise it will not stay reliably connected.
    2. The power supply comes with multiple adapters for wall sockets. Connect the adapter you need, and plug in the power supply to a wall socket.
    3. Secure the power supply so it does not fall or hang on its cable.
  6. Wait for the access point to start up. Verify from the touchscreen that the access point is successfully connected to the NTP server and the monitoring system.
    NOTICE

    AP10 will not turn on its radio if it does not have accurate time. This means that data loggers cannot connect to the access point until it has synchronized its time with an NTP server.

     

    For troubleshooting instructions, see AP10 Access Point User Guide (M211860EN) available at docs.vaisala.com.

  7. If you are using more than one AP10 at a location, you must change the VaiNet channel settings of the access points so that every AP10 has its own channel. You can do this remotely from the user interface of the monitoring system.

    See Remote management with viewLinc Cloud or Remote management with Jade Smart Cloud.