Sony Network Router PCWA AR300 User Manual

4-674-610-11(1)  
Router Unit PCWA-R1  
Safety Information  
Introduction  
Front  
(Opposite side view)  
WARNING  
The PCWA-AR300 is a Wireless Broadband Router that compiles with IEEE 802.11g standards as a wireless LAN  
access point. It has the following features.  
Opening the unit, for whatever reason, could lead to damage that is not covered by the warranty.  
Do not touch the device or accessories during thunderstorms. Electrical shock could result.  
This device is made for use in the USA and Canada only.  
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Wireless Internet access from various locations in your home  
Using this product as a base station, you can build a network environment from computers with wireless LAN PC  
cards (installed or built in), and devices with Access Points installed. When this product is connected to a DSL or  
cable modem, it provides wireless Internet access for computers on the LAN.  
This device is made for indoor use only.  
Do not use this equipment on hospital premises. Doing so may cause medical devices to malfunction.  
Do not use this equipment in an aircraft. Doing so could cause the aircraft’s equipment to malfunction.  
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While using the Wireless Broadband Router, do not cover it or turn it on its side. Do not cover the Wireless  
Broadband Router with objects such as magazines or newspapers or use it in confined, enclosed places, such as  
the spaces between walls and furniture. Furthermore, do not turn the Wireless Broadband Router on its side while  
using it. Either situation could cause heat to build up inside the Wireless Broadband Router, leading to  
overheating and possible fire.  
qh qg qf  
Connect devices equipped with Ethernet connectors  
The Router Unit has a LAN connector for Ethernet devices such as desktop computers, to provide Internet access.  
The IP addresses of connected devices are automatically assigned by the Router Unit, so there is no need to set the  
IP address of each device manually.  
Wireless  
qj  
qd  
qs  
Exercise care when installing the Ethernet cable, Wireless Unit cable, AC adapter, and power cord. Personal  
injury or damage to the Wireless Broadband Router could result from people tripping over these. Protect wiring  
by installing it in places where people do not walk.  
Broadband Router  
Bottom  
Do not swing the Router Unit, Wireless Unit, or AC adapter. Injury could result if they strike a person or fragile  
material, such as glass.  
Keep the Wireless Broadband Router out of the reach of children. Unforeseen injury could result from  
swallowing loose parts, etc.  
Read This First  
Place the Wireless Broadband Router on a stable surface. Do not place the Wireless Broadband Router on  
wobbly or tilted surfaces.  
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The PCWA-AR300 consists of:  
When hanging the units, make sure that the wall is strong enough to support the Wireless Unit and Router Unit.  
They may fall if the wall is not strong enough, leading to unforeesen accidents. Further, be careful not to drop the  
units or the tools used to install them. Doing so could result in unforeseen accidents.  
0 STATUS indicator  
Indicates the status of the Router Unit.  
qf WAN connector  
• Broadband Router Unit  
PCWA-R1  
Connects via an Ethernet cable to a communication  
device such as a cable or DSL modem.  
Avoid locations that are directly exposed to sunlight or heat. Internal overheating could result in fire or damage  
to the unit.  
• Wireless LAN Access Point PCWA-A320  
Booting: Flashes white  
During normal operation: Lights white  
During firmware update: Flashes red  
In this document, we refer to the Broadband Router Unit as the Router  
Unit and to the Wireless LAN Access Point as the Wireless Unit.  
z Hint  
Make sure that the connectors are properly connected.  
Use a straight-through or cross-over Ethernet  
cable.  
– Do not insert any metallic objects inside the connectors. Short-circuiting the pins could cause fire or damage to  
the unit.  
If firmware update fails:  
Continues flashing red after firmware update  
– Be careful to insert connectors squarely. Crooked insertion could cause pins to short-circuit, leading to fire or  
damage.  
DSL or cable  
modem  
qgReset switch  
qa LINK/ACT indicators  
Returns Router Unit settings to their factory  
defaults.  
Use only the supplied AC adapter with your Sony Wireless Broadband Router. To disconnect your Wireless  
Broadband Router from the power supply, unplug the AC adapter.  
Light when a link is established at the LAN  
connectors qd or WAN connector qf, and flash  
when sending and receiving data.  
See “Resetting to factory default settings” overleaf  
or Help for details.  
ISDN and telephone lines cannot be connected to the WAN or LAN connectors of the Router Unit. If these  
connectors are connected to the network or telephone lines mentioned below, high electric current to the  
connectors may cause damage, overheating, or fire. Connecting to home or business-use telephone lines is  
strictly prohibited.  
qs Wireless Unit/LAN connectors  
qhDC IN connector  
Connect to the Access Point or to a device such as  
a computer with an Ethernet connector.  
– Telephone lines  
Connects to the AC adapter.  
– PBX (private branch exchange)  
– Home or business-use telephone lines  
– Lines other than those mentioned above  
qjMAC address  
Documentation  
qd LAN connectors  
The Router Unit’s WAN port MAC address is  
printed here.  
Connect via an Ethernet cable to a device such as a  
computer with an Ethernet connector.  
For customers in Canada  
This product is supplied with the following manuals and help files:  
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Operation is subject to the following two conditions; (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this  
device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.  
qkWall mounting holes  
z Hint  
Use these holes to hang the Router Unit to a wall.  
See “Hanging the units” overleaf for details.  
Quick Start Guide  
Use a straight-through or cross-over Ethernet  
cable.  
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away  
from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is  
subject to licensing.  
Describes the required preparations and settings initially necessary to connect to the Internet.  
PCWA-AR300  
Troubleshooting Guide  
Provides solutions to common problems.  
The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical  
specifications were met.  
Sony Corporation 2003 Printed in Japan  
Setup Page Online Help  
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed in such away that it does  
not emit an RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for general population. Refer to Safety Code 6, which can  
This is Help for the pages used to set up this product. Refer to it for details about setup page operations and  
setting items of this product.  
To display the setup page online Help  
Display the setup page of the Router Unit or Access Point, and click  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV  
technician for help.  
Pour les utilisateurs au Canada  
or  
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Ces appareils numériques de la classe B sont conformes à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
L’utilisation de ces appareils est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes : (1) ils ne doivent pas produire de  
brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur des appareils doit être prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si  
ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement des appareils.  
Pour empêcher que ces appareils causent du brouillage au services faisant l’objet de licences, ils doivent être  
utilisés à l’intérieur et devraient être placés loin des fenêtres afin de fournir un écran de blindage maximal. Si les  
appareils (ou leurs antennes d’émission) sont installés à l’extérieur, ils doivent faire l’objet de licences.  
Le terme « IC » devant le numéro d’homologuation signifie simplement que les normes d’Industrie Canada ont  
été respectées.  
L’installateur de ces appareils radio doit s’assurer que l’antenne soit située ou pointée de manière à ce qu’elle  
n’émette pas de champs de radiofréquences électromagnétiques supérieurs aux limites spécifiées par Santé  
Canada pour le grand public. Consultez le code de sécurité 6, disponible sur le site Web de Santé Canada à  
Refer to Procedure 4 in the Quick Start Guide for details about how to display the setup page.  
AC adapter  
WARNING  
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications  
not expressly approved in this manual could void your  
authority to operate this equipment.  
If you have questions about this product, call the Sony  
Customer Information Center at 1-877-760-7669;  
or write to the Sony Customer Information Center at  
12451 Gateway Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33913.  
The number below is for FCC-related matters only.  
This device must not be co-located or operating in  
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.  
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not  
expose the unit to rain or moisture.  
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the  
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel  
only.  
Names of parts and functions  
Owner’s Record  
The model and serial numbers are located on the back  
or bottom of the product. Record the serial number in  
the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you  
call your Sony dealer regarding this product.  
Wireless Unit PCWA-A320  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name: Sony  
Model No: PCWA-R1  
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.  
Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell,  
NJ 07649 USA  
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Front  
Rear  
(With rear cover removed)  
Model No. PCWA-R1  
Model No. PCWA-A320  
ql Power switch  
Serial No.____________ Serial No._____________  
w; 100-240 V AC jack  
Press to turn the device on (?) or off (a).  
Connect the supplied power cord.  
CAUTION  
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications  
not expressly approved in this manual could void your  
warranty.  
This device contains the Transmitter Module  
FCC ID: H8NWLL3020  
Telephone: 201-930-6972  
Getting help  
This phone number is for FCC-related matters only.  
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.  
This section describes how to get help and support from Sony, as well as troubleshooting tips for your Wireless  
Broadband Router.  
Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation  
The radiated output power of the Wireless Broadband  
Router is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure  
limits.  
Nevertheless, the Wireless Broadband Router shall be  
used in such a manner that the potential for human  
contact during normal operation is minimized.  
About Sony’s Support Options  
Sony provides several support options for your Wireless Broadband Router.  
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Read This First (this manual) contains important information that you should read before using the Wireless  
Broadband Router.  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name: Sony  
Model No: PCWA-A320  
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.  
Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell,  
NJ 07649 USA  
FCC Radio-Frequency Exposure Statement  
Quick Start Guide explains how to install the Wireless Broadband Router.  
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure  
limits, set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This  
equipment should be installed and operated with a  
minimum distance of 20 cm (7.9 in.) between the  
radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be  
co-located or operated in conjunction with any other  
antennas or transmitters.  
Troubleshooting Guide provides solutions to the most common problems users have with their Wireless  
1STATUS indicator  
5 Rear cover  
Broadband Router.  
Indicates the status of the Wireless Unit.  
Remove this cover if you want to hang the  
Wireless Unit to a wall and to verify the MAC  
address and Network Name (SSID). See “Hanging  
the units” overleaf for details about removing the  
rear cover.  
Booting: Quickly flashes white  
Normal: Slowly flashes white  
During firmware update: flashes red  
Online Help for the Wireless Broadband Router Setup Page explains how to configure the Wireless  
Telephone: 201-930-6972  
Sony, VAIO,  
,
, and the Eco Info logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
Broadband Router.  
This phone number is for FCC-related matters only.  
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.  
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other  
countries.  
The Sony Wireless Broadband Router support Web site  
If firmware update fails:  
NOTE:  
http://www.sony.com/wirelesslansupport provides the latest information on your Wireless Broadband  
Router.  
Continues flashing red after firmware update  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply  
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to  
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to  
provide reasonable protection against harmful  
interference in a residential installation. This  
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio  
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful  
interference to radio or communications. However,  
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in  
a particular installation. If this equipment does cause  
harmful interference to television reception, which can  
be determined by turning the equipment off and on,  
you are encouraged to try to correct the interference  
by one or more of the following measures:  
6 Wall mounting holes  
The Sony e-mail support service answers your questions by electronic mail. Just send your question in an  
e-mail message and a customer service representative will reply. To send a question to Sony e-mail support, fill  
Use these holes to hang the Wireless Unit to a  
wall. See “Hanging the units” overleaf for details.  
2Reset switch  
Returns Wireless Unit settings to their factory  
defaults.  
7 ID  
The Sony fax-back service provides you with answers to commonly asked questions. You can use this  
automated service to request a list of available topics, and then select the topics you want to receive. To contact  
the Sony fax-back service, call 1-877-760-7669.  
See “Resetting to factory default settings” overleaf  
or Help for details.  
The shielded interface cable recommended in this  
manual must be used with the equipment to comply  
with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B  
of Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Canadian ICES-003.  
The six-character hexadecimal unique product ID  
is printed here. This ID is used as the default  
Network Name (SSID) of the Wireless Unit.  
3LINK/ACT indicator  
The Sony Customer Information Services Center offers information about your Wireless Broadband  
Router, Wireless LAN PC Card, and other Sony products that work with your computer. To contact the Sony  
Customer Information Services Center, call 1-877-760-7669. Open 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.  
Lights when the Wireless Unit cable is connected  
to the Wireless Unit/LAN connectors qs on the  
Router Unit and a link is established, and flashes  
while sending and receiving.  
Le câble d’interface blindé recommandé dans ce  
document doit être utilisé avec les appareils pour être  
conforme aux limitations des appareils numériques  
telles que spécifiées dans la norme NMB-003 du  
Canada.  
8 MAC address  
The Wireless Unit MAC Address is printed here.  
9 Quick Setup switch  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and  
receiver.  
Use this switch to set up the Wireless LAN  
Converter PCWA-DE30. Refer to the Quick Start  
Guide of the Wireless Converter or Help for  
details.  
NOTE:  
4Wireless Unit cable  
Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free  
vegetable oil based ink.  
The power outlet should be installed near the  
equipment and should be easily accessible.  
Connects to the Wireless Unit/LAN connectors qs  
on the Router Unit.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit  
different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
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