ThingMagic Astra - Manual (Page 7)

Introduction
Astra User Guide 7
Connecting to the Astra - Describes the methods available for connecting to the Astra
over the ethernet, WiFi and Serial Console interfaces.
– Setting Up for Single Reader Operation - Connect using a direct ethernet
connection from a Host PC to the Astra.
– Networking the Reader - Connect over ethernet LAN or WiFi using DHCP or
static IP settings.
– Connecting to the Astra Serial Port - Connect to the Astra console for
command-line interface access and troubleshooting.
Using GPIO - Details the GPIO physical interface specs and how to control it via the
MercuryAPI.
Controlling the Reader - Describes the browser-based interface and the configuration
and testing options available through it.
Reader RF Power - Provideds guidelines and limitations for setting the RF Power of
the Astra.
Mounting the Reader and Appendix B: Astra Dimensions - Provides details of the
physical dimensions of the Astra.
Astra Specifications
Compliance, Warranty, and IP Notices
Appendix A: Astra Antenna Information - Lists the authorized Antennas and cables
which can be used with the Astra-NA in FCC regions.
Appendix C: Advanced Administration - Provides the steps for some advanced
administration settings, such as changing reader passwords.
Appendix D: Troubleshooting - Provides recommended debugging steps for common
problems along with data to gather when submitting a problem case to ThingMagic
support.