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Page 3 - Crestron; Contents; Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6695B
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Contents 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point: CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 1 Features and Functions ..................
Page 5 - Introduction; Features and Functions
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point: CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point: CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Introduction Introduction The CEN-WAP-ABG-1G wireless access point enables wireless communication for Crestron ® Wi-Fi touchpanels, 2-Series c...
Page 7 - Specifications; SPECIFICATION DETAILS
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Specifications Specifications for the CEN-WAP-ABG-1G are listed in the following table. CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Specifications SPECIFICATION DETAILS RF Wireless RF Transceiver IEEE 802.11a/b/g; 5.8 or 2.4 GHz 2-way RF; 64, 128, and 152-bit WEP encrypt...
Page 8 - Physical Description
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Physical Description This section provides information on the connections, controls and indicators available on your CEN-WAP-ABG-1G. CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Physical View (Front and Rear) CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Overall Dimensions (Front View) 4.14 in (10.51 c...
Page 10 - INDICATORS
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Connectors, Controls & Indicators # CONNECTORS, CONTROLS & INDICATORS DESCRIPTION 1 Antenna Reverse SMA, female; Connects to supplied antenna. 2 LAN (1) Green LED: Solid Green indicates link status of the rear Ethernet port; Flashing ...
Page 11 - Industry Compliance; This device may not cause harmful interference and; FCC Interference Statement; Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Industry Compliance This product is Listed to applicable UL Standards and requirements by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (E312979) As of the date of manufacture, the CEN-WAP-ABG-1G has been tested and found to comply with specifications for C...
Page 12 - Setup; Network Wiring; available for download from the Crestron website (; Supplied Hardware; DESCRIPTION PART; Installation; Ventilation
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Setup Network Wiring When wiring the Ethernet network, use CAT5 wiring. CAT5 wiring is a twisted pair cable designed for Ethernet networks. These networks operate at speeds of up to 100 Megabits per second (Mbps) using the 100BaseT standard. ...
Page 13 - Wall Mounting; Rack Mounting
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Wall Mounting The CEN-WAP-ABG-1G mounts into a one-gang low-voltage bracket or electrical box. The recommended depth of the electrical box is a minimum of 2.5 inches. The maximum voltage of the access point is 48 VDC. NOTE: To increase airflo...
Page 14 - Hardware Hookup
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Hardware Hookup Make the necessary connections as called out in the illustration that follows this paragraph. Apply power after all connections have been made. Hardware Connections for the CEN-WAP-ABG-1G (Front View) ANTENNA: FROM 2.4/5.8 GHz...
Page 15 - Configuration; Have a question or comment about Crestron software?; . The utility offers two configuration; Accessing the Configuration Utility; Configuration of the CEN-WAP-ABG-1G must be performed from a
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Configuration Have a question or comment about Crestron software? Answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) can be viewed in the Online Help section of the Crestron website. To post a question or view questions you have submitted to Crestr...
Page 16 - Using a Web Browser; Tools
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Using a Web Browser To access the configuration utility from a Web browser: 1. Start your Web browser. 2. Go to the IP address or host name of the access point. NOTE: If the default Web management port number of 80 has been changed, you must ...
Page 17 - Logging In to the Access Point; not; Selecting the Configuration Mode
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Logging In to the Access Point The user name and password window allows you to log in to the access point. “User Name and Password” Window To log in to the access point: 1. Enter the user name and password. The default user name is admin, and...
Page 18 - Setup Wizard; Using Setup Wizard Configuration Mode
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G To select the configuration mode, do either of the following: • Click Setup Wizard if you wish to configure the access point using the wizard. Refer to “Using Setup Wizard Configuration Mode” below for detailed information. • Click Custom Set...
Page 19 - Select Passkey; Standalone Network
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point “Select Configuration” Page (802.11b/g Configuration Profile Shown) To use the wizard: 1. On the “Select Configuration” page, select a configuration profile ( 802.11b/g, 802.11a, High Security TPMC-8X, or Standalone Network ). For detailed in...
Page 20 - Using Custom Settings Configuration Mode
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 4. Click Next. The “Setup Complete” page opens as shown in the following example. “Setup Complete” Page (802.11b/g Configuration Profile Shown) 5. Review the settings and, if appropriate for your wireless network, click Apply Setting. (If not...
Page 21 - Navigating Custom Settings Configuration Mode; Saving/Canceling Configuration Changes; Save settings
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Navigating Custom Settings Configuration Mode Custom Settings configuration mode provides four main tabs: BASIC SETUP, WIRELESS, ADMINISTRATION, and STATUS . The BASIC SETUP, WIRELESS, and ADMINISTRATION tabs provide subtabs that allow access...
Page 22 - Configuring Basic Setup Settings; BASIC SETUP; Automatic Configuration – DHCP:
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Configuring Basic Setup Settings Basic setup settings allow you to configure the following: • TCP/IP addressing • Operational mode • DHCP server settings Configuring TCP/IP Addressing To configure TCP/IP addressing, click the BASIC SETUP tab ...
Page 23 - Configuring Operational Mode; BASIC
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Hostname: (Optional) Enter a name that identifies the access point on the network. The hostname is restricted to the letters a to z (not case sensitive), the digits 1 to 9 , and the hyphen. The default setting is CEN-WAP-ABG-1G. Domain name: ...
Page 24 - Disable; Basic DHCP server configuration:
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G “DHCP Server” Page (DHCP Disabled) Refer to the configuration guidelines that follow. Functionality: From the drop-down list, select either of the following: • Disable: (Default setting) Prevents the access point from functioning as a DHCP se...
Page 25 - Secondary DNS server:
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point “DHCP Server” Page – Basic (DHCP Enabled) Default gateway: Enter the IP address of the access point, which is to be used as your network’s gateway. The default gateway address is provided to all client devices that request an IP address from ...
Page 26 - Static DHCP Mappings configuration:
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Static DHCP Mappings configuration: The following shows the Static DHCP Mappings section of the “DHCP Server” page. “DHCP Server” Page – Static DHCP Mappings The Static DHCP Mappings section allows you to assign static IP addresses to DHCP cl...
Page 27 - Configuring Wireless Settings; WIRELESS
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Static DHCP Mapping Examples Configuring Wireless Settings Wireless settings allow you to configure the following: • Basic wireless settings • IEEE 802.11 security settings • MAC filters • Advanced wireless settings • Enterprise (IEEE 802.1x/...
Page 28 - Wireless Network Mode:; xxxxxx; Auto
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Wireless Network Mode: From the drop-down list, select one of the following IEEE wireless standard options: • 11B Only: Specifies 802.11b, which allows a maximum data transfer rate of 11 Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4 GHz. • 11G Only:...
Page 29 - High
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Transmit Power: From the drop-down list, select the desired level of transmit power to change the RF coverage: High (default setting), Medium High, Medium, Medium Low, or Low. Setting the transmit power to the highest level maximizes the rang...
Page 30 - Wireless client isolation:
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Wireless client isolation: From the drop-down list, select either of the following: • Disable: (Default setting) Allows wireless devices connected to the access point to communicate with one another. • Enable: Prevents wireless devices connec...
Page 31 - Enterprise WPA with TKIP; Network Authentication:
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point • Enterprise WPA with TKIP or Enterprise WPA with AES NOTE: Enterprise WPA requires a separate RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service) server to manage the log-in process and network keys. For information about configuring RADIUS ...
Page 33 - In the text box, enter the desired number of milliseconds; Refer to the configuration guidelines that follow.
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point NOTE: A low value causes RTS packets to be sent more often, consuming more of the available bandwidth and therefore reducing the apparent throughput of the network packet. The more packets that are sent, however, the quicker the access point ...
Page 34 - Prevents MAC address filtering.; Access control type:
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Functionality: From the drop-down list, select either of the following: • Disable: Prevents MAC address filtering. • Enable: (Default setting) Allows MAC address filtering. The following shows the “MAC Filter” page when MAC filtering is enabl...
Page 35 - MAC Address; MAC Filter List Filename; Browse
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Specify MAC addresses of a maximum of 64 wireless devices whose access you want to control by doing either of the following: • Manually enter MAC addresses one at a time: In the MAC Address text box, enter a MAC address in hexadecimal format ...
Page 36 - Primary RADIUS server address
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G “IEEE 802.1x/RADIUS” Page Refer to the configuration guidelines that follow. Primary RADIUS server address : Enter the IP address of the primary RADIUS server. NOTE: The access point can be configured to communicate with two RADIUS servers: a...
Page 37 - RADIUS accounting port:; Configuring Administration Settings; ADMINISTRATION
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point RADIUS accounting port: Enter the accounting port number of the RADIUS server. The default setting is 1813. NOTE: The RADIUS accounting port is officially assigned to UDP port 1813. RADIUS servers of Microsoft Corporation default to port 1813...
Page 38 - Upgrading Firmware
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G NOTE: The user name and password are not case sensitive. Old password: Enter the old password. New user name: Enter a new user name. New password: Enter a new password. Re-enter to confirm: Reenter the new password for confirmation of the pas...
Page 40 - Front Ethernet Port:
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Configuring External Control Settings External control settings consist of the following: • Basic security settings that include enabling/disabling the front Ethernet port and assigning a new Web management port number. • UPnP (Universal Plug...
Page 41 - SNMP
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point From the drop-down list, select either of the following: • Disable: Prevents the access point from transmitting UPnP broadcast messages and therefore increases device security on an insecure network. NOTE: Disabling UPnP prevents the Device D...
Page 42 - IP Address; Viewing the Status of the Access Point; Viewing Summary Information; Restart
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Read-write community: In the text box, enter a text string that functions as a password to allow the SNMP manager to read configuration settings from and write configuration settings to the access point. The default setting is private. The re...
Page 43 - WiFi Access Point; Wireless Settings; auto
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Model: Displays the model number of the access point: CEN-WAP-ABG-1G. BIOS/Firmware version: Displays the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) and firmware versions. Operational Mode: Displays the basic operational mode: WiFi Access Point or WiFi...
Page 44 - DHCP Server Settings:; Static DHCP Mappings:
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Security mode: Displays the security mode of the access point: Static WEP, Enterprise WEP, WPA-PSK with TKIP, WPA-PSK with AES, WPA2-PSK with TKIP, WPA2-PSK with AES, Enterprise WPA with AES, Enterprise WPA with TKIP, Enterprise WPA2 with AES...
Page 45 - Viewing the System Log; Refresh
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Viewing the System Log For troubleshooting purposes, you can view a log of system events that include the following: • General system events, which consist of system and network connectivity status changes. • Built-in access point system even...
Page 46 - STATUS
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Viewing the Status of Associated Wireless Clients To view the status of wireless clients that are associated with the access point, click the STATUS tab and then click the WIFI CLIENTS subtab. The “Associated Wireless Clients” page opens. “As...
Page 47 - Viewing DHCP Mappings
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Viewing DHCP Mappings You can view the status of current static and dynamic DHCP mappings. Static DHCP mappings are set in the Static DHCP Mappings section of the “DHCP Server” configuration page. Dynamic DHCP mappings are based on the Starti...
Page 48 - Problem Solving; Troubleshooting; TROUBLE
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Problem Solving Troubleshooting The following table provides corrective action for possible trouble situations. If further assistance is required, please contact a Crestron customer service representative. CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Troubleshooting TROUB...
Page 50 - WiFi Access; Reference Documents; product manuals arranged in alphabetical order by model number.; DOCUMENT TITLE
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Troubleshooting (Continued) TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION Errors exist with the configuration of the access point. Check that the operational mode is set to WiFi Access Point. For additional information, refer to ...
Page 51 - Further Inquiries
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Further Inquiries If you cannot locate specific information or have questions after reviewing this guide, please take advantage of Crestron's award winning customer service team by calling Crestron at 1-888-CRESTRON [1-888-273-7876]. You can ...
Page 52 - Software License Agreement; LICENSE TERMS; OTHER LIMITATIONS
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Software License Agreement This License Agreement (“Agreement”) is a legal contract between you (either an individual or a single business entity) and Crestron Electronics, Inc. (“Crestron”) for software referenced in this guide, which includ...
Page 53 - PROPRIETARY RIGHTS
Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G 802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point If You are a business or organization, You agree that upon request from Crestron or its authorized agent, You will within thirty (30) days fully document and certify that use of any and all Software at the time of the request is in conformity...
Page 54 - Return and Warranty Policies; Merchandise Returns / Repair Service
802.11a/b/g Wireless Access Point Crestron CEN-WAP-ABG-1G Return and Warranty Policies Merchandise Returns / Repair Service 1. No merchandise may be returned for credit, exchange or service without prior authorization from CRESTRON. To obtain warranty service for CRESTRON products, contact an author...
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