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- Page 1 ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. Wireless-G 802.11g User Guide Presentation Player WIRELESS WPG54G Model No.
- Page 2 Wireless-G Presentation Player Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Wireless-G Presentation Player Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What’s in this Guide? Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network Network Topology Roaming Network Layout Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Presentation Player Overview The Back Panel The Front Panel Remote Control Chapter 4: Connecting the Presentation Player Overview... - Page 4 Wireless-G Presentation Player Conversion Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Precautions Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware Appendix D: Windows Help Appendix E: Glossary Appendix F: Specifications Appendix G: Warranty Information Appendix H: Regulatory Information Appendix I: Contact Information...
- Page 5 Wireless-G Presentation Player List of Figures Figure 3-1: Back Panel Figure 3-2: Front Panel Figure 3-3: Remote Control Figure 4-1: Monitor/Projector Connection Figure 4-2: Power Connection Figure 4-3: LAN Connection Figure 4-4: Horizontal Placement Figure 4-5: Vertical Placement Figure 5-1: Welcome Figure 5-2: Software License Agreement Figure 5-3: Destination Location Figure 5-4: Installing Files...
- Page 6 Wireless-G Presentation Player Figure 9-2: Software License Agreement Figure 9-3: Destination Location Figure 9-4: Installing Files Figure 9-5: Congratulations Figure 9-6: Linksys Presentation Converter Icon Figure 9-7: Convert your File Figure C-1: Upgrade Firmware...
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Page 7: Chapter 1: Introduction
The versatile Linksys Wireless-G Presentation Player is the ultimate presentation tool. In the conference room, it can act as a 54Mbps access point to your network, and also connects via a standard VGA connector to your projector or monitor. -
Page 8: What's In This Guide
Wireless-G Presentation Player What’s in this Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using theWireless-G Presentation Player. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Wireless-G Presentation Player’s applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network This chapter discusses a few of the basics about wireless networking. - Page 9 • Appendix H: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the Wireless-G Presentation Player’s regulatory information. • Appendix I: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction What’s in this Guide?
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Page 10: Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
Linksys wireless adapters also provide users access to a wired network when using an access point or wireless router. An integrated wireless and wired network is called an infrastructure network. Each wireless PC in an infrastructure network can talk to any computer in a wired network infrastructure via the access point or wireless router. -
Page 11: Network Layout
When you wish to connect your wired network with your wireless network, network ports on access points and wireless routers can be connected to any of Linksys's switches or routers. With these, and many other, Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for more information about wireless products. -
Page 12: Chapter 3: Getting To Know The Presentation Player
Reset Button, for approximately ten seconds, or restore the defaults from the Administration tab in the Presentation Player's Web-based Utility. With these, and many other, Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for more information about products that work with the Presentation Player. -
Page 13: The Front Panel
Wireless-G Presentation Player The Front Panel The Presentation Player's LEDs, where information about network activity is displayed, the infrared sensor, and the power switch are located on the front panel. LEDs Power Green. The Power LED lights up when the Presentation Player is powered on. Wireless-G Green. -
Page 14: Remote Control
Wireless-G Presentation Player Remote Control Stop Use to stop your presentation or connection. Play Use to start your presentation from the Presentation List. Pointer Use for the laser pointer. Connect Use to connect a new user to the Player while in the Presentation List. List Takes you to the Presentation List. -
Page 15: Chapter 4: Connecting The Presentation Player
Wireless-G Presentation Player Chapter 4: Connecting the Presentation Player Overview This chapter explains how to connect the necessary cables to use the Player, and how to attach the stand if you wish to use it. Hardware Installation 1. Connect the VGA cable from your monitor or projector to the Presentation Player’s Monitor/Projector port. Chapter 4: Connecting the Presentation Player Overview Figure 4-1: Monitor/Projector Connection... -
Page 16: Figure 4-2: Power Connection
Wireless-G Presentation Player 2. Make sure that the Presentation Player is turned off. Plug the supplied power adapter into the Power port on the Presentation Player’s back panel. Then, plug the other end into a power outlet (surge protection recommended). Turn on the Presentation Player. IMPORTANT: Make sure to only use the power adapter that is supplied with the Presentation Player. -
Page 17: Figure 4-3: Lan Connection
Wireless-G Presentation Player 3. To have a wired connection, connect one end of the Category 5 Ethernet network cable to your PC’s Ethernet adapter. Connect the other end to the Ethernet port on the back of the Presentation Player. 4. For a wireless connection, fix the direction of the antenna. Place the antenna perpendicular to the ground. 5. -
Page 18: Placement Options
Wireless-G Presentation Player Placement Options There are two ways to place the Player. You can place the Player horizontally on a surface, as shown in Figure 6- 1. (If necessary, adjust the antenna so that it points straight up in the air.) The second way is to stand the Player vertically on a surface. -
Page 19: Chapter 5: Installing The Presentation Player's Setup Utility
Wireless-G Presentation Player Chapter 5: Setting up the Presentation Player Installation The Presentation Player can play from any PC in your wireless network, but you will first need to install this utility in each PC that will be used with the Presentation Player – once installed, it will not need to be done again. 1. -
Page 20: Figure 5-3: Destination Location
3. The next screen, like that shown in Figure 5-3, will allow you to choose where the Setup Utility will install the Control Utility and the Presentation Converter. By default, the destination folder is C:\Program Files\Linksys\Wireless-G Presentation Player. If you want to change the location, click the Browse tab and select another destination for the installation. -
Page 21: Figure 5-5: Congratulations
Wireless-G Presentation Player 5. When you see this screen, the installation of the Setup Utility onto your computer has been completed. Click the Exit tab to exit the Setup Utility now or click the Online Registration tab to register your product online. -
Page 22: Chapter 6: Configuring The Presentation Player With The Web-Based Utility
Firmware Version - This field displays the current firmware version of the Presentation Player. Firmware upgrades, when available, may be downloaded from the Linksys web site at no charge. If you are not experiencing any problems with the Presentation Player, you should not upgrade the firmware. Make sure to review the release notes of any firmware version before attempting an upgrade. -
Page 23: Figure 6-2: Setup Tab
SSID you define here. The SSID is case sensitive, must not exceed 30 characters, including WPG54G-, but may consist of any keyboard character. Make sure that this setting is the same for all wireless devices communicating with the Presentation Player. You should change the default SSID of "linksys"... -
Page 24: Figure 6-3: Wep Settings
WEP keys. It is case-sensitive and should not be longer than 16 alphanumeric characters. (This Passphrase function is compatible with Linksys wireless products only. If you want to communicate with non-Linksys wireless products, enter the WEP key manually on the non-Linksys wireless products.) After you enter the Passphrase, click the Generate button to create WEP keys. -
Page 25: The Administration Tab
Firmware Upgrade The current firmware version will be displayed. New firmware versions are posted on the support page at the Linksys website and can be downloaded for free, but do not upgrade your firmware unless you are experiencing problems. 1. Download the firmware from Linksys's website at www.linksys.com and then extract it. -
Page 26: The Status Tab
Wireless-G Presentation Player The Status Tab The Status tab will display the Presentation Player’s current network and wireless settings and activity, and statistics. It will list the Network Settings: Firmware, Player Name, MAC Address, IP Address, Subnet Mask; the Wireless Settings: MAC Address, SSID, Channel, and WEP Encryption; Statistics: Network Sent, Network Received entries display your network’s performance levels. -
Page 27: The Help Tab
Wireless-G Presentation Player The Help Tab The Help tab (see Figure 6-6) has links to the Linksys Website, Linksys Product Support, then Online User Guide, and the Adobe Website to download PDF viewing software. Figure 6-6: Help Tab Chapter 6: Configuring the Presentation Player with the Web-Based Utility... -
Page 28: Chapter 7: The Control Utility
Make sure that the Presentation Player is connected to the projector or monitor and that both devices are powered on. Click on the WPG54G Presentation Player icon on your desktop. (See Figure 7-1.) 1. The welcome screen will appear first. (See Figure 7-2.) Click Next to continue. -
Page 29: Figure 7-4: Presentation Options
Wireless-G Presentation Player 3. When you see the screen shown in Figure 7-4, you will choose a color setting for your presentation. Select the default True Color to have the optimum color option. If the action is very slow or your presentation is mostly text, you may want to select Basic Color. -
Page 30: Figure 7-6: Browse For Your File
Wireless-G Presentation Player The screen in Figure 7-6 will appear. After you find your presentation, select it, then click the Open button. After you click the Open button, your file will appear in the Browse field of Figure 7-5. Click Upload. Your file will be automatically converted and loaded onto the Presentation Player. -
Page 31: Chapter 8: Using The Remote Display Presentation Utility
Wireless-G Presentation Player Chapter 8: Using the Remote Display Presentation Utility Remote Display The Presentation Player has a built-in image viewer and internal storage, so you can give a presentation without an attached PC. All you need to do is load the presentation files onto the system in advance, then you can deliver a presentation using the remote control. -
Page 32: Figure 8-3: Presentation List
Wireless-G Presentation Player Presentation List. Click this button to view the list of loaded presentations. The screen in Figure 8-3 will appear. To use, select a file, then click Play to play the file, click Delete to remove the file from the Player, or if finished with the presentation and you want to delete all of the loaded files, click Delete ALL. -
Page 33: Chapter 9: Using A Usb Memory Disk To Install Files
Wireless-G Presentation Player Chapter 9: Using a USB Memory Disk to Install Files Overview Before you can use a USB memory disk, you will need to convert your Power Point presentation file. To convert your file, you must first install the converter software on your PC. If you already installed the Setup Wizard on your PC, then you already have Presentation Converter installed. -
Page 34: Figure 9-3: Destination Location
3. The next screen, like that shown in Figure 9-3, will allow you to choose where the Setup Utility will install the Control Utility and the Presentation Converter. By default, the destination folder is C:\Program Files\Linksys\Wireless. If you want to change the location, click the Browse tab and select another destination for the installation. -
Page 35: Conversion
Conversion First, plug your USB memory disk device into your PC. A Linksys Presentation Converter icon will be placed on your desktop after the Presentation Converter application is installed. Click on the icon shown in Figure 9-6. Chapter 9: Using a USB Memory Disk to Install Files... -
Page 36: Figure 9-7: Convert Your File
Wireless-G Presentation Player The screen in Figure 9-7 will appear. Click the Browse button next to the From field to find your presentation file. After you locate your file, you may save it to a different location by clicking the Browse button next to the Save to field. -
Page 37: Appendix A: Troubleshooting
2. Can I use the Presentation Player with non-Linksys wireless equipment? Yes, as long as you use it with wireless equipment that complies with the IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g standard. - Page 38 10. My SSID always starts with wpg54g - , can I change it to something else? No, but you can create a unique SSID after the “wpg54g - ". Having the "wpg54g" helps users identify the unit when mulitple wireless networks are around.
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Page 39: Frequently Asked Questions
Wireless-G Presentation Player 15. Does the Presentation Player work with a Macintosh operating system? No, it only works with Windows operating systems 98SE,2000, Me, and XP. You will also need Microsoft Powerpoint to convert files. Frequently Asked Questions What is the IEEE 802.11g standard? It is one of the IEEE standards for wireless networks. - Page 40 Wireless-G Presentation Player longer receives acknowledgment from its original Wireless Network Access Point, it undertakes a new search. Upon finding a new Wireless Network Access Point, it then re-registers, and the communication process continues. What is a BSS ID? A specific Ad-hoc LAN is called a Basic Service Set (BSS). Computers in a BSS must be configured with the same BSS ID.
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Page 41: Appendix B: Wireless Security
Wireless-G Presentation Player Appendix B: Wireless Security Linksys wants to make wireless networking as safe and easy for you as possible. The current generation of Linksys products provide several network security features, but they require specific action on your part for implementation. - Page 42 This includes hackers. So, don’t broadcast the SSID. Wireless networking products come with a default SSID set by the factory. (The Linksys default SSID is “linksys”.) Hackers know these defaults and can check these against your network. Change your SSID to something unique and not something related to your company or the networking products you use.
- Page 43 These security recommendations should help keep your mind at ease while you are enjoying the most flexible and convenient technology Linksys has to offer. Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks...
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Page 44: Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware
Occasionally, this firmware will be upgraded, which could increase the Presentation Player’s stability or make it easier to use. New versions of the firmware can be found on the Linksys web site at www.linksys.com. The Presentation Player's firmware is upgraded through the Web-Utility's Administration tab. Follow these instructions: 1. -
Page 45: Appendix D: Windows Help
Wireless-G Presentation Player Appendix D: Windows Help All wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Windows Help and are described in this appendix. -
Page 46: Appendix E: Glossary
Wireless-G Presentation Player Appendix E: Glossary 802.11a - An IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps and an operating frequency of 5GHz. 802.11b - An IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz. - Page 47 Wireless-G Presentation Player Buffer - A block of memory that temporarily holds data to be worked on later when a device is currently too busy to accept the data. Cable Modem - A device that connects a computer to the cable television network, which in turn connects to the Internet.
- Page 48 Wireless-G Presentation Player Dynamic IP Address - A temporary IP address assigned by a DHCP server. Encryption - Encoding data to prevent it from being read by unauthorized people. Ethernet - An IEEE standard network protocol that specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from a common transmission medium.
- Page 49 Passphrase - Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for Linksys products. Ping (Packet INternet Groper) - An Internet utility used to determine whether a particular IP address is online.
- Page 50 Wireless-G Presentation Player PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) - A type of broadband connection that provides authentication (username and password) in addition to data transport. PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol) - A VPN protocol that allows the Point to Point Protocol (PPP) to be tunneled through an IP network.
- Page 51 Wireless-G Presentation Player TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) - A network protocol for transmitting data that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of data sent. Telnet - A user command and TCP/IP protocol used for accessing remote PCs. TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol) - A version of the TCP/IP FTP protocol that uses UDP and has no directory or password capability.
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Page 52: Appendix F: Specifications
Wireless-G Presentation Player Appendix F: Specifications Standards IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, USB 1.1 Ports 15-pin female VGA connector, RJ-45 10/100 port, SMA antenna connector, IRD, USB, Power Buttons Reset, Power Cabling Type Standard VGA, Category 5 (or better) network cable Data Rate Up to 54Mbps LEDs... -
Page 53: Appendix G: Warranty Information
Your exclusive remedy and Linksys' entire liability under this warranty will be for Linksys at its option to repair or replace the Product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates. -
Page 54: Appendix H: Regulatory Information
Canadian regulations. EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (EUROPE) Linksys declares that the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway conforms to the specifications listed below, following the provisions of the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC: EN 301 489-1, 301 489-17 General EMC requirements for Radio equipment. - Page 55 Linksys vakuuttaa täten että Wireless-G ADSL Gateway tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien näiden direktiivien muiden ehtojen mukainen. Linksys Group déclare la Passerelle ADSL sans fil-G est conforme aux conditions essentielles et aux dispositions relatives à la directive 1999/5/EC.
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Page 56: Appendix I: Contact Information
Can't find information about a product you want to buy on the web? Do you want to know more about networking with Linksys products? Give our advice line a call at: Or fax your request in to: If you experience problems with any Linksys product,...