AMX Mini-PCI Wireless Card NXA-PCI80211G - Manual

Installation Guide
NXA-PCI80211G
Mini-PCI Wireless Card
For more detailed installation, operation, and firmware setup instructions, refer to
the 1200V-Series & VG-Series Modero Touch Panels instruction manuals
available on-line at www.amx.com.
Overview
The 1200V-Series and VG-Series Modero touch panels can connect to a
wireless network using an internal NXA-PCI80211G compatible mini-PCI
Wireless Card (FG2255-04) connected to two antennas. All 1200-V and
VG-Series panels come factory installed only with the two antennas used for
later connection to the optional wireless card (FIG. 1) which is field-installable.
Specifications
NXA-PCI80211G Card and Antenna Installation
Since all 1200V-Series and VG-Series panels have been pre-installed with two
antennas, these panel types can be optionally field-upgraded for wireless
communication via the installation of this card.
NXA-PCI80211G Installation into Modero NXT Panels
Upgrading the wireless mini-PCI card in the NXT Table Top Touch Panels
involves removing the outer housing (with speaker plate), installing the new
802.11g wireless card, and then placing the outer housing back onto the NXT
panel, as described below.
Step 1: Remove the existing NXT Outer Housing
1. Carefully detach all connectors from the rear of the touch panel and then
gently place the touch panel LCD facedown onto a soft cloth to expose the
under-side of the base (FIG. 2). This step helps prevent scratching of the
LCD.
2. Tilt the base forward so that both the bottom surface and Housing Screws
are easily accessible and then remove the four plastic adhesive feet.
Note: Reference the location of the four plastic adhesive "feet". Once the outer
housing is placed back onto the panel, these "feet" must be placed back in their
original locations so they can fit into their provided openings on a Battery Base.
3. While holding the outer housing and base plate at an angle (to prevent it
from sliding), use a grounded Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the eight
Housing Screws (FIG. 2).
4. Rotate the panel back over (while gripping the entire unit and outer
housing) and rest the base back onto a flat surface.
5. Gently tilt the LCD panel backwards and in a single motion, carefully pull
the outer housing up and then out (away from the LCD panel) to expose
the internal circuit board.
Step 2: Install the new 802.11g mini-PCI Card and Antenna (NXD)
1. Complete the procedures outline within Step 2: Installing the mini-PCI
Wireless Card section on page 2 and then complete the following step.
Step 3: Close and Resecure the NXT Panel Enclosure
1. Tilt the LCD back to a 45° and then gently slide-on the outer housing
(towards the LCD) until its both aligned over the installation holes and the
tilt bracket prevents any further forward movement.
2. Gently press down on the housing (toward the base) until it is securely
positioned over the circuit board and cover base.
Note: Use caution when re-installing the outer housing. Improper
re-installation can cause damage to the internal speakers.
3. While holding the circuit board cover in place, turn the panel back over until
the LCD lies facedown on a soft cloth and the under-side of the base is
exposed.
4. Insert and secure the eight Housing Screws (using a grounded
Phillips-head screwdriver) into their respective locations (FIG. 2).
5. Replace any adhesive plastic "feet" that might have been removed during
the removal process of the outer housing. These "feet" must be placed
back onto their original locations so they can fit into their provided
openings on the Battery Base.
6. Grasp both the LCD and housing and then rotate the entire unit back onto a
flat surface.
7. Insert all connectors and apply power.
FIG. 1 NXA-PCI80211G mini-PCI Wireless Card
NXA-PCI80211G Specifications
Description: • Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)/CCK 802.11g
Wireless mini-PCI card with detachable antennas.
Frequency
Range: • Using 802.11b & g communication:
- 2.412 ~ 2.462 GHz - North America
- 2.412 ~ 2.484 GHz - Japan
- 2.412 ~ 2.472 GHz - Europe ETSI
- 2.457 ~ 2.462 GHz - Spain
- 2.457 ~ 2.472 GHz - France
Media Access
Technique: • CSMA/CA with ACK
Operating
Channels: • Using 802.11b & g communication:
- 11: (Ch 1 - 11) - North America
- 14: (Ch 1 - 14) - Japan
- 13: (Ch 1 - 13) - Europe ETSI
- 2: (Ch 10 - 11) - Spain
- 4: (Ch 10 - 13) - France
Operating
Environment: • Temperature: 0°C ~ 55°C (32°F to 131°F) (operating) and
-20°C ~ 70°C (-4°F to 158°F) (storage)
• Humidity: (non-condensing) 5% ~ 90% RH (operating) and
(non-condensing) 5% ~ 95% RH (storage)
Operating Voltage: • 3.3V + 5% I/O supply voltage
Power
Consumption: • @ 802.11b communication:
- RX: 300 mA
- TX: 64 mA
- Sleep: 12mA
• @ 802.11g communication:
- RX: 330 mA
- TX: 575 mA
- Sleep: 12mA
Radio Data Rate: • 802.11g compliant: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 (DSSS/CCK); 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36,
48, and 54 (OFDM) Mbps data rates
Receiver
Sensitivity: • Using 802.11b communication:
1 Mbps: -86 dBm (max)
2 Mbps: -84 dBm (max)
5.5 Mbps: -83 dBm (max)
11 Mbps: -80 dBm (max)
• Using 802.11g communication:
1 Mbps: -86 dBm (max)
2 Mbps: -84 dBm (max)
5.5 Mbps: -83 dBm (max)
11 Mbps: -80 dBm (max)
Security: • 64-bit and 128-bit WEP
FIG. 2 Location of the attachment screws underneath an NXT panel base
Unscrew these
eight Housing
Screws to
remove the
circuit board
DO NOT
REMOVE
these screws
They secure
the speakers
to the main
board
Base plate
Outer housing
45°
Hinge Brackets (2)
housing