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LIMITED WARRANTY

Young Design, Inc. (YDI) warrants that your device is free of defects in material and

workmanship for a period of one year after initial purchase. YDI will, in this period of time,

repair or replace, any YDI product returned to the factory, freight prepaid.

The YDI warranty covers repairs or replacement (at YDI’s option) of the product only. YDI

is not responsible for the cost of removal, reinstallation, or shipping to the place of repair.

YDI does not extend or modify its warranty period as a result of repair or replacement.

YDI reserves the right to void a warranty and/or make reasonable charges for repair of a

unit if the warranty seal is broken or the unit displays evidence of misuse, abuse, or

tampering.

YDI is not responsible for damage to any other equipment or property, or any other

consequential or incidental damages of any kind, whether based on contract, negligence,

or strict liability. Maximum liability shall not in any case exceed the purchase price of the

unit.

Warranties give you (the buyer) specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that

vary from state to state. This warranty is only extended to purchases made in the United

States of America or its possessions.

SPECIAL WARRANTY NOTICE

The antenna warranty is null and void if any of the following occurs:

1. The product enclosure is opened.

2. The antenna connections are not properly waterproofed.

3. The device is installed improperly or with incorrect connectors.

4. The round connector of the outdoor Ethernet cable provided is improperly plugged

into the rear jack of the antenna.

5. The antenna or DC Power Injector are physically damaged.

6. The device is operated outside the recommended DC power specifications.

7. The device is damaged by extreme forces of nature, lightning, or ‘Acts of God.’

FCC NOTICE

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled

environment when installed as directed. This equipment should be installed and operated with fix-

mounted antennas that are installed such that these antennas will have a minimum of 2 meters of

separation distance between the antenna and all persons during normal operation.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

* Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by

unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user's

authority to operate the equipment.

These products are labeled with one of the following FCC ID numbers:

FCC ID: NM5-ETH-ANT, NM5-ETH-ANT-LR

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 1 Overview 1

1.1 Description ....................................................................................................................................1

1.2 EtherAnt II Client Adapter Features ..............................................................................................2

1.3 EtherAnt II Client Adapter Kit ........................................................................................................3

Section 2 Installation 4

2.1 Locating the EtherAnt II.................................................................................................................4

2.2 Mounting the EtherAnt II ...............................................................................................................4

2.3 DC Power Injector .........................................................................................................................4

2.4 Power Supply ................................................................................................................................6

2.5 Aiming Antenna and Checking Signal Strength............................................................................6

2.6 Hardware Installation ....................................................................................................................6

Section 3 The Client Manager 8

3.1 Installation .....................................................................................................................................8

3.2 Using the Client Manager .............................................................................................................9

3.3 General Information ....................................................................................................................10

3.4 Configuration...............................................................................................................................15

3.5 Utilities.........................................................................................................................................18

3.6 Removing the Program ...............................................................................................................21

Appendix A - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 22

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Section 1

Overview

1.1 Description

The EtherAnt II™ is a flat panel directional antenna with a built-in wireless Ethernet adapter. The

equipment is 802.11b WiFi™ compliant, operates at up to 11 Mbps and features 128-bit WEP (Wired

Equivalent Privacy) and the new Agere WEP-Plus. The EtherAnt II provides efficient outdoor high-speed

wireless connectivity for desktop PCs, laptop computers and routers equipped with an Ethernet port.

The EtherAnt II offers the simplest, most efficient 2.4 GHz Wireless Internet access solution for an

Ethernet-enabled desktop PC. It will communicate with any Access Point or other wireless client that is

100% WiFi™ compatible. It is ideal for use as a client station device for Wireless Internet applications.

With the wireless client adapter built right into the antenna, there are no complicated hardware

configurations or radio frequency (RF) cables. Because the EtherAnt II has the radio built-in, professional

antenna installation is not required. Once the EtherAnt II is connected, simply install the Client Manager

from the CD-ROM included in the kit and configure the network settings.

Two variations of the EtherAnt II are available: the standard series EtherAnt II with an integral 18 dBi gain

flat panel antenna, and the EtherAnt II –LR with the addition of an integrated bi-directional fixed amplifier

to boost range and improve reception. The antenna housing is waterproof and intended to be a pole or

wall-mounted outdoor installation.

For those customers that have multiple PCs on a LAN, a low-cost Cable/DSL router can be used to

provide a firewall and NAT for their PCs. Access to the internet can be provided with the reassurance of

having the customer's LAN behind a firewall. If a router/firewall is not desired, the EtherAnt II can also be

plugged directly into a customer's LAN. The built-in Micro-routing feature1automatically routes IP packets

for up to 253 MAC addresses on the LAN, no special configuration is necessary!

The Micro-routing algorithm maintains an auto-indexed IP-to-MAC address table by inspecting each

received 802.3 Ethernet frame. Thereafter, the EtherAnt's local MAC address is superimposed as the

source address field within the frame prior to transmitting it on the wireless (802.11b) network.

Reciprocally, whenever a wireless (802.11b) frame is received, the algorithm inspects the destination IP

address and remaps the associated MAC address into the destination field of the Ethernet frame. The

source address field within the frame is then replaced with the EtherAnt's local MAC address prior to

transmitting it on the Ethernet network.

The EtherAnt II does not require that a PC be opened in order to install an interface card provided that the

PC has an Ethernet Network Interface card (NIC). Attach the outdoor Ethernet cable included in the kit

(plus any optional extension cables) to the EtherAnt II. Plug the Ethernet cable into the DC Power

Injector. Connect the built-in Ethernet cable from the DC Power Injector into your computer’s

10/100BaseT port, plug in the AC adapter, and your hardware installation is complete. Because the

EtherAnt II uses the PC’s existing Ethernet interface, there are no drivers to install for this device.

The Windows-based Client Manager provides configuration and diagnostic utilities that allow you to see

vital information regarding the link between the antenna and the base station. Information such as signal-

to-noise ratio, signal strength, and noise level all in dB, provides for efficient installation and aiming of the

antenna, as well as troubleshooting link problems.

The EtherAnt II kit includes a 50 foot outdoor-rated Ethernet cable with a weatherproof connector (longer

cables are available as on option). By using RJ-45 in-line couplers, you can extend the cable up to 300

feet between the EtherAnt II and the DC Power Injector (however the EtherAnt –LR can operate only with

1. Firmware 2.01 and higher

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an Ethernet cable up to a maximum length of 100 feet between the unit and the DC Power Injector). The

WLAN device located in the antenna gets its power from the DC Power Injector which puts DC power

onto the Ethernet cable.

Both the EtherAnt II and the EtherAnt II –LR version operate from a 15 VDC power supply. A 110 VAC

adapter is included with the EtherAnt II package, and a 110/220 VAC “laptop-type” adapter can be

purchased separately as an option. The EtherAnt II –LR version comes standard with the 110/220 VAC

“laptop-type” adapter.

1.2 EtherAnt II Client Adapter Features

Key Features

• 802.11b radio and Ethernet Converter built into the antenna (-LR models feature also a built-in

amplifier that extends the maximum covered range)

• WiFi™ compatible

• Ideal solution for providing Wireless Internet access to distant clients

• Communicates with any WiFi™ compatible Access Point

• Weatherproof: designed and rated for outdoor use

• Connects directly into PCs without installing device drivers

• Supports direct connection to LANs via built-in Micro-routing

• Provides extended range coverage by focusing the radio signal

• Antenna is lightweight and thin, just one inch thick and 14 inches square

• Can be mounted in either vertical or horizontal polarization

• Mounts either to a wall or antenna mast of up to 1 3/4 inches in diameter

• Flat panel antenna offers 18 dbi gain and 15 beamwidth

• Transmit power of 2 Watts EIRP and 16 Watts EIRP on –LR model

• Up to 4.5 Mbps actual throughput

• FCC Part 15 Certified for license-free operation (11 channels in USA)

• Professional installation is not required by FCC Part 15 rules

• Easy-to-run outdoor-rated Ethernet cable provided (50 feet standard, can be optionally extended

up to 300 feet for standard series and up to 100 feet for –LR models)

• DC power for electronics in the antenna are carried up the Ethernet cable (Power Over Ethernet,

POE)

• Windows-based Configuration Software

• Client Manager shows signal, noise and SNR levels in dB

• Remotely configurable and Manageable based on IP address

• Operating range: -20 C to +50 C

• Ethernet interface – The EtherAnt II connects to an existing Ethernet port on the PC, so new

driver installation is not required as long as a compatible Ethernet port driver is loaded. Once the

EtherAnt II is connected, simply install the Client Manager from the CD-ROM and configure the

network settings.

• 18 dBi Gain Antenna – This high-gain directional antenna provides long-range wireless

connectivity.

• Installation – Part 15 FCC Certification does not require professional installation. However,

someone who is experienced in installing devices outdoors should do the installation.

• Ideal for Cable/DSL Routers – The EtherAnt II plugs into the WAN port on a client router to

service a LAN.

• 802.11b compliant – The EtherAnt II is WiFi™ compatible and will work with any certified

802.11b compatible Access Point (AP) or Client Station. This includes ORiNOCO Access Points

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such as the AP-500, AP-1000, AP-2000, YDI AP-Ant, and WLAN devices such as the YDI

Diamond WLAN Card and YDI USB Antenna.

• FCC Part 15 certified – For license-free operation.

1.3 EtherAnt II Client Adapter Kit

Each EtherAnt II Client Adapter kit includes the following (refer to Figure 1.1a):

• Flat panel 18 dBi gain directional antenna with built-in radio and Ethernet adapter (-LR models

feature an integrated bi-directional amplifier for increased transmit power and receive signal

sensitivity for longer range)

• Sturdy steel wall/mast tilt-bracket mount

• Outdoor Ethernet cable with weatherproof antenna connector (50 feet standard, can be optionally

extended up to 300 feet for standard series and up to 100 feet for –LR models)

• Cat 5 DC Power Injector

• DC Power Adapter for 110 VAC (220 VAC optional), output: 15 VDC (-LR model comes standard

with a 110/220 VAC “laptop-type” adapter, output: 15 VDC)

• CD-ROM with Client Manager software and documentation

The latest software and User’s Manuals can also be found at:

http://www.ydi.com/support/downloads.php,and

http://www.ydi.com/support/documents.php.

Figure 1.1b shows a typical application of the EtherAnt II.

Figure 1.1a – EtherAnt II, 50-ft Ethernet cable, DC Injector, and AC Adapter

Figure 1.1b – Typical Application

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Section 2

Installation

Safety Warning

This antenna/transmitter device must be fixed-mounted on outdoor

permanent structures with a separation distance of at least 2 meters

(6.56 feet) from all persons. Users and installers must adhere to the

antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions in

order to comply with the FCC’s RF exposure requirements.

CAUTION

2.1 Locating the EtherAnt II

The most important aspect of setting up the EtherAnt II is its location and aiming. For maximum range

(up to several miles), it must have clear, unobstructed line of site (LOS) between it and the base station

antenna or the other wireless device it is talking to. The EtherAnt II should be installed outdoors, but can

be located in a window if necessary. However, for maximum range and the strongest signal, the EtherAnt

II must “see” the base station antenna in order to be connected. If they do not have this clear line of

sight, you will likely not get a reliable, long-range wireless connection. For indoor applications, the range

will depend on the walls and other obstacles between the EtherAnt II and the base station. The only way

to accurately determine your coverage area is to put up the EtherAnt II in the best locations available and

run some tests (see Section 2.5, Aiming Antenna and Checking Signal Strength).

NOTE: It is strongly recommended that you configure and test the unit prior to deploying it in the

field. Set up a “mini-network” that resembles your actual configuration as close as possible.

By using such a mock-up, troubleshooting potential problems will be much easier than if you

already installed the equipment in the field. Read through this entire Section 2 to understand

how to install the hardware. To configure the EtherAnt II, read Section 3.

2.2 Mounting the EtherAnt II

The antenna can be mounted either vertically or horizontally polarized using the hardware included with

the unit. The label located on the back of the antenna contains an arrow indicating the antenna’s

polarization. Please note that both ends of the link must use the same polarization. It can be mounted to

a mast or pipe as shown in Figure 2.1 or to a flat surface such as a wall as shown in Figure 2.2. Note that

most omni antennas are vertically polarized and if the EtherAnt II is aimed at one, it must be installed

vertically polarized, i.e., with the polarization arrow up and down.

When installed outdoors, it is very important that the round connector plugged on the antenna be properly

waterproofed. Ensure that a high quality all-weather resistant electrical tape and/or other water sealant

method, such as Permagum or equivalent, is utilized. Silicon sealants are not recommended since

they are hard to work with, do not ensure a 100% waterproofing of the connectors and are difficult to

remove, if ever necessary.

2.3 DC Power Injector

The Cat 5 DC Power Injector is not in a waterproof enclosure and must be protected from the weather. It

can be permanently mounted to a surface using the double stick tape found on the back of it.

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Figure 2.1 shows the antenna in a typical

horizontally polarized installation. It must be

carefully aimed at the base antenna and be

mounted with the same polarization. The

housing is sealed to prevent water build-up in

the antenna. The round connector must also

be sealed after it is plugged into the antenna.

Be sure to provide strain relief for the Ethernet

cable as well.

If this EtherAnt II antenna is aimed at a

vertically polarized omni-directional or sector

base station antenna, it must be mounted

vertically polarized using the other mounting

stud on the back.

Figure 2.1. – Outdoor Pole Mount Installation

Figure 2.2 shows the antenna in a typical

indoor wall mount installation. For indoor

applications, the range will depend on the

walls and other obstacles between the

EtherAnt II and the base station. The only way

to accurately determine your coverage area is

to put up the EtherAnt II in the best locations

available and run some tests.

Figure 2.2 – Indoor Wall Mount Installation

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2.4 Power Supply

The EtherAnt II antenna kit comes with a 110 VAC to 15 VDC power supply that has a standard barrel

plug [center pin positive (+) tip and outer ring negative (-)]. 110/220 VAC “laptop-type” power supplies are

available as an option. The EtherAnt II –LR version comes standard with the 110/220 VAC “laptop-type”

adapter. Although normally provided with a power supply, any power source meeting the following

specifications can be used:

EtherAnt II 12-24VDC @ 500 mA maximum cable length: 300 feet

EtherAnt II-LR 15VDC @ 1300 mA maximum cable length: 100 feet

CAUTION: Operating the EtherAnt II-LR version with more than 15 VDC will damage it. Operating it with

less than 15 VDC will cause improper operation.

2.5 Aiming Antenna and Checking Signal Strength

The EtherAnt II has a built-in signal strength indicator which can be monitored by the YDI Client Manager

software to help optimize the aiming of the antenna. If you are using an ORiNOCO or YDI Access Point

in your wireless network, you can also use the Link Test capability of the AP Manager software to monitor

the signal strength of the EtherAnt II into the base unit.

Another test that can be performed involves using a laptop computer, a YDI Sapphire or Diamond WLAN

card, and the Wireless Client Manager program that comes with it. Insert the WLAN card in the laptop

computer, install the program and run it. The Advanced -> Link Test screen of the Wireless Client

Manager program shows signal strength levels. Walk around the desired coverage areas with the laptop

computer and record the signal levels. This way you can build a map of the areas that have good

coverage.

For details about how to set up, configure, and use the Wireless Client Manager program, please refer to

the User Manual of the product.

2.6 Hardware Installation

Perform the following procedures once you have determined the optimal location for the antenna:

1. If you are going to install the antenna on a mast or pipe, use the brackets and screws to mount

the flat panel antenna to a pole with a maximum diameter of up to 1 3/4 inches.

2. Ensuring that there is no DC power applied to the DC Power Injector, plug the 6-pin N-male round

connector of the outdoor Ethernet cable provided into the rear jack of the flat panel antenna,

aligning the notch on the connector with the tab on the jack as shown on Figure 2.3. Then turn

the round locking nut clockwise as you push in until it securely fastens onto the jack. Please

verify that the round connector is properly plugged into the rear jack of the antenna prior

to connecting DC power because it is possible to push it in the wrong way if enough force is

used. If DC power is applied and the connector is not properly plugged, damage to the electronics

of the unit or the connector itself may occur which will not be covered by the factory warranty.

3. Attach the other end of the outdoor Ethernet cable provided to the Cat 5 DC Power Injector at

port RJ-45 labeled “To ANT.”

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WARNING

If DC Power is applied while you are attempting to insert the round

connector into the jack, it is possible that, as you rotate the plug in an

effort to find the key, DC power pins will momentarily touch the Ethernet

pins. If this happens the Ethernet circuitry on the board will blow.

Any damage caused by this action will not be covered by the factory

warranty and will be a billable repair.

4. Connect the Ethernet cable labeled “To PC or ROUTER” from the Cat 5 DC Power Injector to

your computer or PC. If you connect to a router, switch or hub, make sure you plug the cable into

the WAN/Uplink port, otherwise a cross-over cable or adapter will be needed.

5. Plug the AC Adapter into an AC outlet and connect it to the “DC Power” jack on the Cat 5 DC

Power Injector.

6. Check that the Power and Ethernet LEDs are lit. For –LR models, check that the RX / Power

amplifier LED (green) is also lit.

7. Configure the EtherAnt II Client Adapter using the Client Manager software. (See Section 3 for

detailed information.)

Figure 2.3 – Plugging the Outdoor Ethernet Cable

Figure 2.4 shows the EtherAnt II label located

on the back of the flat panel. Six green LEDs

appear to the right that indicate the status of the

Radio TX, Radio RX, Wireless Link, LAN

Activity, Ethernet Link and Power.

–LR models have two additional amplifier

LEDs. The green LED is for Receive and

Power: it glows steady on when DC power is

applied and flashes when the unit is in receive

mode. The red LED is for Transmit and flashes

when the unit is in transm

it mode.

The arrow to the left indicates the polarization

of the antenna. Based upon the direction of th

arrow, the antenna in this example is vertically

polarized.

Figure 2.4 – EtherAnt II Label and LEDs

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