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Getting Started Guide
XLR PRO
Long Range Radio Solution
XLR PRO Getting Started Guide
(Part number 90002203 A)
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Revision Date Description
A September 2014 Initial release.
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Contents
Before you begin
Gather together required materials 4
For additional information 5
Step 1: Connect XLR PRO hardware
Identify kit contents 6
Connect XLR PRO hardware 7
Step 2: Download and install XCTU software
Download and install XCTU 8
Launch XCTU 8
Step 3: Set up and test serial mode using XCTU
Set up a pair of XLR PROs 9
Test serial communications 12
Step 4: Set up a range test
Set up radio 1 as a mobile device 14
Set up radio 2 as a remote device 15
Perform range testing 15
Step 5: Access the XLR PRO web configuration interface
Connect an XLR PRO to the network 16
Access the XLR PRO Configuration and Management page 17
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Before you begin
This guide provides instructions for setting up a pair of XLR PROs to transport data. By working
through the steps in this guide, you will learn how to do the following:
• Connect XLR PRO hardware
• Install XCTU software
• Set up and test serial communications using XCTU
• Set up a range test using XCTU
• Access the XLR PRO web configuration interface
Gather together required materials
To follow along with the steps in this guide, you need the following:
Item Description
XLR PRO Starter Kit,
(Two kits, Part Number XL9-UA)
To perform the steps in this guide, you need two starter kits.
Each kit contains the following:
•XLRPRO
• Power supply
• Network (RJ45) cable
•RJ45/DB9Fadapter
• USB to RS-232 serial converter
• Antenna
• Power supply
For additional information
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For additional information
XLR PRO documentation consists of the following documents:
Laptop or PC Minimum hardware and software
The laptop or PC must meet the minimum hardware and
software requirements for running the XCTU software. The
instructions in this guide assume you’re using a laptop or PC
running Microsoft Windows.
Available USB ports—2 ports
You need one available USB port for each XLR PRO.
Note Only one computer is required to follow along with the
steps in this guide. However, you can use two computers—one
for each XLR PRO. For range testing, a laptop is recommended.
XCTU software Version 6.1.3 (or later)
Ethernet switch To access the XLR PRO web configuration interface, you need to
be able to connect the XLR PRO to your network.
Item Description
Title Description
XLR PRO Quick Start Guide
(P/N 900002204-88)
One-page guide that identifies XLR PRO accessories.
XLR PRO Getting Started Guide
(P/N 900002203)
Step-by-step guide that demonstrates how to quickly get started
using XLR PRO.
XLR PRO User Guide
(P/N 900002202)
Usage and reference guide that provides detailed information on
XLR PRO features and configuration options.
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Step 1: Connect XLR PRO hardware
Identify kit contents
Carefully unpack and verify the contents of each XLR PRO kit. Each kit should include the following
items:
XLR PRO
Network Cable Power Supply
Antenna
USB to RS-232 Serial Converter
RJ45/DB9 Adapter
Connect XLR PRO hardware
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Connect XLR PRO hardware
The following illustration shows how to connect XLR PRO cables and the XLR PRO power supply.
For a serial connection:
• Connect the XLR PRO serial port (RJ45) using a network cable, the RJ45/DB9 adapter, and the USB
to RS-232 converter cables.
For Ethernet or Ethernet bridging:
• Connect an XLR PRO Ethernet port using a network cable.
WARNING! Use the serial port for serial connections only. Do not connect the serial RJ45 port to any
PoE (power over Ethernet) device. Doing so could permanently damage the XLR PRO or
PoE device and void your XLR PRO warranty.
For both XLR PROs:
• Attach an antenna to the XLR PRO before powering on the device.
Ethernet or
bridging
Serial
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Step 2: Download and install XCTU software
Digi International XCTU is a free multi-platform application that enables developers to interact with
Digi RF modules through a simple-to-use graphical interface. It includes tools that make it easy to set-
up, configure, and test Digi RF modules.
Download and install XCTU
To install XCTU software:
1Go to www.digi.com/xctu.
2Launch the XCTU Next Gen installer and follow the prompts on the installation screens.
Note For XLR PRO support, make sure you install Next Generation XCTU version 6.1.3 or later.
Launch XCTU
To launch XCTU:
• Double-click . The XCTU Main Display appears.
To get help using XCTU, click and select Help Contents.
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Step 3: Set up and test serial mode using XCTU
This section describes how to set up a pair of XLR PROs using XCTU software to test serial
communications. In these instructions, the first XLR PRO is called Radio 1 and the second XLR PRO is
called Radio 2.
Set up a pair of XLR PROs
To set up and test serial communications:
1Connect two XLR PROs to your PC using the XLR PRO serial port:
For each XLR PRO, use a network cable, an RJ45/DB9 adapter, and a USB to RS-232 converter to
connect the XLR PRO serial port (not the Ethernet port) to an available USB port on your PC.
WARNING! Use the serial port for serial connections only. Do not connect the serial RJ45 port to any
PoE (power over Ethernet) device. Doing so could permanently damage the XLR PRO or
PoE device and void your XLR PRO warranty.
2For both XLR PROS, attach an antenna to the XLR PRO before powering on the device.
3Position the XLR PROs at least one to two meters apart to protect the XLR PRO circuitry during
data transmissions.
Note At the default power level setting, if the XLR PROs are operated at close range, the high output
power will saturate the receiving radio resulting in data loss. This can also damage the signal
amplifying circuitry of the XLR PRO.
Set up a pair of XLR PROs
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4Setup up Radio 1:
aPower on Radio 1.
bLaunch XCTU.
cClick . The Add a radio device dialog appears.
dSelect the following:
Serial/USB port: Select the port to which you’ve connected Radio 1.
Baud Rate: Select 9600.
Data Bits: Select 8.
Parity: Select None.
Stop Bits: Select 1.
Flow Control: Select None.
e Click Finish. XCTU discovers the XLR PRO and displays it in the list of radio modules.
fIn the list of radio modules, click the XLR PRO. XCTU reads and displays the XLR PRO
configuration.
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