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Mesh Networks Moto. Mesh Solo Mesh Networks Product Group Motorola, Inc.

Mesh Networks Moto. Mesh Solo Mesh Networks Product Group Motorola, Inc.

Contents q Mesh Networks Technology q MEA Overview q Video Solutions q Field Engineering

Contents q Mesh Networks Technology q MEA Overview q Video Solutions q Field Engineering q MEA Hardware q MEA Software q Demonstration

Overview of Mesh Networks Technology MSR q What is Mesh Network Product? QDMA q

Overview of Mesh Networks Technology MSR q What is Mesh Network Product? QDMA q What Makes MEA Better? q The Origin of MEA q MEA Exclusive Technologies MPS ATP q QDMA q MSR q ATP q MPS q MEA Digital ASIC q Product Lineup

What is Mesh Network Product? Wireless Solution ; q High Speed Bandwidth q High

What is Mesh Network Product? Wireless Solution ; q High Speed Bandwidth q High Speed Mobility q adhoc Peer to Peer Multi-hopping q Geo-Location without GPS

What Makes MEA Better? Adhoc Peer to Peer (N: N) Infrastructure (1: N) adhoc

What Makes MEA Better? Adhoc Peer to Peer (N: N) Infrastructure (1: N) adhoc Peer to Peer Multi-Hopping® Cost-effective performance, scalability & survivability with seamless support for ad hoc and infrastructure-based operation q Ad Hoc Mode § Client to Client communications § Clients can hop thru each other to reach other clients in the network q Infrastructure Mode § Client link directly to Wireless Routers or Intelligent Access Points q Unique solution that supports both Simultaneously! “adhoc Peer to Peer Multi-Hopping®” § Increases coverage & reliability while increasing system-wide performance

The Origin of MEA DARPA Requirements: • 250 Mph mobility • Megabit data rates

The Origin of MEA DARPA Requirements: • 250 Mph mobility • Megabit data rates • 100% IP based • No fixed infrastructure • Highly survivable • Accurate/fast Position -location • Resistant to interference Ideally suited for demanding mobile broadband users Defense Advanced Research Project Agency DARPA Directed Development ==> Solutions to the Public Sector

MEA Exclusive Technologies Patented & Proven ; q QDMA (Quadrature Division Multiple Access) MSR

MEA Exclusive Technologies Patented & Proven ; q QDMA (Quadrature Division Multiple Access) MSR QDMA q MSR (Mesh. Networks Scalable Routing) q MPS (Mesh. Networks Positioning System) q ATP (Adaptive Transmission Protocol) MPS ATP

QDMA (Quadrature Division Multiple Access) q QDMA § RF Modulation, Motorola’s own modulation §

QDMA (Quadrature Division Multiple Access) q QDMA § RF Modulation, Motorola’s own modulation § FDMA, TDMA, CSMA/CA+ q Frequency Band § 2. 4 GHz 2 nd ISM Band FDMA CDMA § 4. 9 GHz PPDR Licensed Band q 3 Data & 1 Control Channels QDMA q Dynamic Channel Selection § Powerful interference mitigation § Higher data density § Optimized use of spectrum § Greater scalability vs Wi. Fi based solutions § Freedom from Wi. Fi cracks TDMA CSMA/CA+

* QDMA q Marketing term that illustrates the multiple facets of Mesh. Networks’ radio

* QDMA q Marketing term that illustrates the multiple facets of Mesh. Networks’ radio technology q Equivalent Industry Standards § FDMA / FDD • Multiple data channels defined by frequency for high spectral efficiency § TDMA / TDD • Sequenced message data for minimal contention and channel utilization efficiency § CDMA / DSSS • Spread spectrum for excellent processing gain and multiple code defined channels for high spectral efficiency § CSMA / VCS/MA • Virtual carrier sense similar to wired Ethernet

* 2. 4 GHz (2 nd ISM Band) 2. 4 GHz 802. 11 b/g

* 2. 4 GHz (2 nd ISM Band) 2. 4 GHz 802. 11 b/g 22 MHz Wide 5 MHz center channel separation Use only 3 channels at the same time to avoid co/adjacent channel interference 10 5 4 9 3 8 2 13 7 1 12 6 11 2400 2480 2. 4 GHz Motorola MEA 20 MHz center channel separation Data 3 2400 Data 2 Data 1 Control 2480

MSR (Mesh. Networks Scalable Routing) Industry’s Most Advanced Routing q Self-forming, Self-healing & Self-

MSR (Mesh. Networks Scalable Routing) Industry’s Most Advanced Routing q Self-forming, Self-healing & Self- balancing § High performance with low overhead • Unique Layer 2 routing • Knowledge of link state § Patented proactive & reactive hybrid routing • Monitors client mobility & RF conditions q Infrastructure & Ad Hoc Meshing q Soft Handoff Support § Cellular Type Soft Handoff § Make-Before-Break

ATP (Adaptive Transmission Protocol) Optimizes Data Throughput & Link Reliability q Monitors and enhances

ATP (Adaptive Transmission Protocol) Optimizes Data Throughput & Link Reliability q Monitors and enhances routing and radio performance MSR QDMA q Predicts power & data modulation rates on per packet basis MPS q Deals with asymmetric wireless links, congestion & interference § All common in wireless networks q Maximizes Link Performance while minimizing Battery / RF Power q Manages links to neighboring network elements ATP

MPS (Mesh Positioning System) q Works Indoors & outdoors § Non GPS based q

MPS (Mesh Positioning System) q Works Indoors & outdoors § Non GPS based q Supports 3 Tracking Modes § Absolute • References from network infrastructure Pre-deployed network Outputs GPS coordinates § Relative • References portable routers • Gives position within area § Proximity • Shows distance to reference nodes

* GEO Location q Differential Time of Arrival (DTOA) q Requires minimum of 3

* GEO Location q Differential Time of Arrival (DTOA) q Requires minimum of 3 Infrastructure Neighbors (1 hop) § Infrastructure nodes must have GEO location programmed in them § Must have better than -75 d. B link to neighbors § Will use up to 6 nodes in the calculation q Geometry is important for accurate geo (preference nodes on a plane rather than a line) q Requires good geo coordinates programmed into devices § At least 6 digit accuracy Deploying GEO will require a greater number of infrastructure devices and enough consideration

Motomesh Solo Product Lineup Product Freq. Moto. Mesh Solo® 2. 4 GHz Mesh. CAM®

Motomesh Solo Product Lineup Product Freq. Moto. Mesh Solo® 2. 4 GHz Mesh. CAM® 2. 4 GHz / 4. 9 GHz PVE 400® 2. 4 GHz / 4. 9 GHz Technology Target Market Status QDMA & Adhoc p-p multi-hopping Public safety & Enterprise Available MEA / Moto. MESH Card + Sony PTZ Camera Public safety & Enterprise Available Public safety & Enterprise Q 4 Beta Test External Supplier MEA / Moto. MESH Card + Darim Personal Video Unit

Mesh Enabled Architecture MEA® q MEA System Overview q Seamless Mobility q Reliability &

Mesh Enabled Architecture MEA® q MEA System Overview q Seamless Mobility q Reliability & Coverage Extension q Perfect Security q Powerful Interference Mitigation q Designed for Demanding Users q How MEA Works ? q MEA Network Structure q MEA Hardware q MEA Software q MEA Component In Action ! q Wireless Networking Comparison q MEA Applications q Summary of MEA System

MEA System Overview q Basic Technology § Mesh Networking § ad hoc peer to

MEA System Overview q Basic Technology § Mesh Networking § ad hoc peer to peer multi-hopping q RF Modulation : QDMATM q Frequency : 2. 4 GHz, 2 nd ISM Band, Non Licensed Frequency q Frequency Channel § 3 x 20 MHz for Data § 1 x 20 MHz for control q Data Rate § Burst : 6 Mbps / Throughput : 1. 6 Mbps q Handoff : Soft Handoff (Make-before-Break, Cellular Type) q Mobility Speed : 250 mph (= 400 Km/h) q Output Power : ~ 300 m. W ( ~ 25 d. Bm) q Antenna Gain : 1, 2, 4, 8 d. Bi q Geo-Location : DTOF (Differential Time of Flight), Non-GPS System

Seamless Mobility q Soft Handoff support § Cellular Type Soft H/O : Make-Before-Break (Wi.

Seamless Mobility q Soft Handoff support § Cellular Type Soft H/O : Make-Before-Break (Wi. Fi type Hard Handoff : Make-After-Break) q Real Time Data Analysis § Proven always-on mobile connectivity § 100% coverage 230+ MPH q Seamless Performance in Incredibly Harsh Environment § Heat, Vibration, Interference § Overcame the ‘Wall of RF Noise Eddie Cheevers Race Team Wi. Fi was tried and failed, but MEA still used today Racing Video - 400 miles at 230 mph - 100% coverage over track - 1000 measurements per sec. - 700 seamless handoffs per race

* High Speed motion q Key Points § Vehicular Mobility = Motion and Hand-off

* High Speed motion q Key Points § Vehicular Mobility = Motion and Hand-off tested at 230 mph race track trial § High speed motion with real-time handoff is required for data connectivity at vehicular speeds. § Real time handoff enables future applications such as Voice over IP and real time mobile video. § Data rate drops as speed increases q Feature Benefits § Always up data connection – even when moving § videotape traffic violations for DUI/stolen vehicle evidence q Competitive Data Points § There are none § Some competitors “claim” motion at 2. 4 – but competitors claim a lot and deliver little § 802. 11 a does not support motion; 802. 11 b/g will support up to 30 mph with limited data rates per internal testing

* Handoff q Control Channel IAP 1 IAP 2 q Handoff Type § Soft

* Handoff q Control Channel IAP 1 IAP 2 q Handoff Type § Soft Handoff § Hard Handoff Service Margin q Handoff Time § SDs : Max 250 ms / Application Layer § IAPs : Max 80 ms / Application Layer § Wi. Fi : 100 ms / Physical layer (Cisco) 2 -3 sec / Application Layer Handoff Zone

* Doppler & Rayleigh Fading q Doppler Shift Modeled Results for a Rayleigh fading

* Doppler & Rayleigh Fading q Doppler Shift Modeled Results for a Rayleigh fading § MEA has Doppler offset compensation to support mobility in Layer 1 chip design 120% 100% 40% 20% Speed (mph) 0 10 87 75 62 50 37 25 12 0% 10 § MEA uses Rake receiver to compensate Rayleigh Fading in Layer 1 Chip Design 60% 1 q Rayleigh Fading Throughput 80% MEA 802. 11 b 802. 11 g

Reliability & Coverage Extension q Reliability § Peer to Peer Multi-hopping will reduce shadow

Reliability & Coverage Extension q Reliability § Peer to Peer Multi-hopping will reduce shadow area and make the service stabilized q Coverage Extension § 2. 4 GHz, 5 GHz ISM have less coverage by limited power and antenna gain § Client outside of coverage can connect to the network by multi-hopping x x

Perfect Security !!! Unique Chipset Unique Technology (QDMA) MAC Address Filtering

Perfect Security !!! Unique Chipset Unique Technology (QDMA) MAC Address Filtering

Designed for Demanding Users q Improves Incident Response § Instantly deployable self-forming broadband communications

Designed for Demanding Users q Improves Incident Response § Instantly deployable self-forming broadband communications • Zero infrastructure required § Scalable, high density networks § Industry leading survivability & security § Inherent Asset tracking indoors & out q Enhances Situational Awareness § Adds video, data and tracking to communications mix. § All IP network simplifies inter-working between agencies § Enables remote access to databases § Users move seamlessly between ad hoc and infrastructure-based networks

How MEA Works? MEA: Higher Performance & Scalable by Design Mi. SC IAP WR

How MEA Works? MEA: Higher Performance & Scalable by Design Mi. SC IAP WR / EWR PWR WMC VMM WSM

MEA Network Structure Center : Mi. SC Fixed Unit MWR / EWR IAP Network

MEA Network Structure Center : Mi. SC Fixed Unit MWR / EWR IAP Network Management VPN Internet Core Router DB Mobile Unit WMC VMM DHCP Bus Company Police Fire Dep. Firewall Authentication

MEA Hardware MWR 6300 Mi. SC Mobile Internet Switching Server • • Network Management,

MEA Hardware MWR 6300 Mi. SC Mobile Internet Switching Server • • Network Management, Upgrade Device Authentication DHCP / DNS PSTN / Internet Connection IAP 6300 Intelligent Access Point • Access Point • Connect to Internet & Mi. SC • Reference Point for Geo-Location EWR 6300 Enhanced Wireless Router • • Wireless Router Interconnection of IAP & Client Reference Point for Geo-Location RJ 45 port with 3 IP address Mesh Wireless Router • Wireless Router • Interconnection of IAP & Client • Reference Point for Geo-Location VMM 6300 Vehicle Mounted Modem • Vehicle Mounted Client Unit • RJ 45 port with 3 IP address WSM 6300 Wireless Sensor Modem • Senor Monitoring • RS-232 C Serial Connection • Wireless Router WMC 6300 Wireless Modem Card • PCMCIA II type Client Unit • Use with PC or PDA

MEA Software q Mesh. Manager™ § Network Management & Operational Tools § Device Manager,

MEA Software q Mesh. Manager™ § Network Management & Operational Tools § Device Manager, Alarm Browser & Remote Device Manager § OS : Solaris, Linux, Win XP q Mesh. Tray™ § Subscriber Device Status Reporter q Mesh. View™ § Network Topology Graphical Representation q Mesh. Flash™ § Platform for Upgrading Firmware q MPA™ § Obtaining & Reporting Geo-Location q Location Analyzer™ § Determine/Optimize Device Locations § Site Survey Tool

MEA Component in Action !

MEA Component in Action !

Wireless Networking Comparison Mesh Networks Wi. Fi Cellular/TRS High Speed Mobility (Handoff) Good Bad

Wireless Networking Comparison Mesh Networks Wi. Fi Cellular/TRS High Speed Mobility (Handoff) Good Bad Good Adhoc P-P (Infrastructure-less) Good Limited No Datarate OK Good Bad Service Coverage OK Bad Good Security (Sniffing/Do. S) Good Bad Good Geo-Location Yes No No Wireless Routing (Multi-Hopping) Yes No No Resistant to Interference Good Bad N/A Multi Channel Performance Yes No Yes

MEA Applications q Incident Response q Transportation Systems § Instant wireless data networks §

MEA Applications q Incident Response q Transportation Systems § Instant wireless data networks § Real time fleet management § In-Building location /tracking § Fiber replacement/elimination § Wide area tracking & AVL § Intersection cameras & on-vehicle video monitoring § Video surveillance q Metro-Area Mobile Data § CDPD/Cellular replacement § Desktop applications in the field § Remote vehicle monitoring (maintenance and ridership info) q Industrial & Mining § Remote report submission § Remote data collection, reporting and control. § Automated dispatch & work assignments § Asset tracking & communications. § Asset tracking and location § Remotely monitor dashboard video q Public Access § Reliable, instantly scaleable, towerless, networks that grow with the number of clients.

Summary of MEA System ü Adhoc Peer to Peer Multi-Hopping Stabilized Service & Coverage

Summary of MEA System ü Adhoc Peer to Peer Multi-Hopping Stabilized Service & Coverage Extension ü Cell Phone Type Handoff Seamless Mobility ü Proven & Used by US Military Perfect Security ü No Co/Adjacent Channel Interference & Dynamic Channel Selection Powerful Interference Mitigation ü No Frequency Plan Easy to Deploy ü Multi-Hopping and Wireless Routing Flexible Coverage ü Non GPS Geo-Location ü No Infrastructure Network Improve Incident Response

Mesh Video Solutions q q q Mesh. CAM Overview Mesh. CAM Specification Mesh. CAM

Mesh Video Solutions q q q Mesh. CAM Overview Mesh. CAM Specification Mesh. CAM Monitoring Software Rapid Response Kit PVE 400 Audi. Soft Frontline Communicator

Mesh. CAM® Overview q Video Streaming via Mesh Networks § MEA § Moto. MESH

Mesh. CAM® Overview q Video Streaming via Mesh Networks § MEA § Moto. MESH § Mesh. TRACK network q Using Sony Multi Codec Cameras § § Support WMC 6300 & WMC 7300 SNC-RX 550 N/W-MT & SNC-RX 550 N/B-MT SNC-RZ 50 N-MT SNC-CS 50 N-MT q Various Applications • • Public Safety uses by Police, Fire and Emergency Services Instant incident management and perimeter security Security surveillance for schools, parks, airports, tunnels, etc Temporary video surveillance for high profile events

Mesh. CAM® Monitoring Software q Sony Real. Shot Manager § Monitoring & Recording video

Mesh. CAM® Monitoring Software q Sony Real. Shot Manager § Monitoring & Recording video streaming § Up to 10 video streaming § Easy to configure and use § Motion based or scheduled recording § Windows® XP platform

Rapid Response Kit® Mesh. CAM + Battery + Tripod

Rapid Response Kit® Mesh. CAM + Battery + Tripod

PVE 400® q Overview § Wearable Video Solution § Using Mesh Networks • WMC

PVE 400® q Overview § Wearable Video Solution § Using Mesh Networks • WMC card • MEA, Moto. MESH, Mesh. TRACK § Work as wireless router § Portable Video Solution for Firefighter, Military, Police, Security § 1 -way Video and Voice q Specification § § § Input : Video / Audio Interface : Ethernet, PCMCIA, RS 232 Video Codec : MPEG 4 (1 -30 fps) Audio Codec : G 711, ADCMP Battery : Rechargeable, 2 – 4 hours

Audi. Soft’s Frontline Communicator® q Overview § Wearable Video Solution with PDA § Manufactured

Audi. Soft’s Frontline Communicator® q Overview § Wearable Video Solution with PDA § Manufactured by Audi. Soft § Using Mesh Networks • WMC card • MEA, Moto. MESH, Mesh. TRACK § Portable Video Solution for Firefighter, Military, Police, Security § Win. CE based q Features § 2 -ways audio / 1 -way video § IP based communications § Live transmission over high or low bandwidth § Recording and snapshot capabilities § Dual camera (head and hand) q Product Release § Currently beta version

Field Engineering q q q City-Wide Video Surveillance Case Study – China, Safety Guangdong

Field Engineering q q q City-Wide Video Surveillance Case Study – China, Safety Guangdong Highway Video Surveillance Mine Warehouse Data Terminal Racing Track Security & Escort Golf Course Sensor Monitoring Video Surveillance for Secured Area Visitor Tracking

RF Coverage q Nominal 0. 3 - 0. 5 miles radio line-of-sight between infrastructure

RF Coverage q Nominal 0. 3 - 0. 5 miles radio line-of-sight between infrastructure devices q Range may be reduced by terrain, interference, foliage, obstructions q Range can be increased under favorable conditions, e. g. optimum elevation, few obstructions 6 Mbps 3 Mbps 1. 5 Mbps

Tx Power vs. Antenna Gain q d. B : Power - d. Bm =

Tx Power vs. Antenna Gain q d. B : Power - d. Bm = 10 x log (m. W) d. B = 10 x log (W) 200 m. W = 23 d. Bm 100 W = 20 d. B q Ei. RP = d. Bm + d. Bi Japan ? Effective Isotropic Radiated Power EIRP = transmitter power – cable losses + antenna gain • Antenna d. B vs. Range • Antenna d. B vs. Tx Power

Fresnel Zone R Double Click to use the Calculator

Fresnel Zone R Double Click to use the Calculator

Antenna q MEA Antennas § IAP, WR : 4, 6, 8 d. Bi Omni-directional

Antenna q MEA Antennas § IAP, WR : 4, 6, 8 d. Bi Omni-directional Antenna § VMM : 0, 3 d. Bi Magmount Antenna § WMC : 1 d. Bi Omni-directional Antenna q Beam Pattern vs. Gain 0 d. Bi 3 d. Bi 4 d. Bi 6 d. Bi 8 d. Bi

Penetration Loss Material Attenuation Constant (d. B/cm) Glass 1. 42 Concrete* 1. 77 Reinforced

Penetration Loss Material Attenuation Constant (d. B/cm) Glass 1. 42 Concrete* 1. 77 Reinforced Concrete 2. 00 Masonry Block 5. 25 Brick 8. 21 Drywall 0. 19 Lumber 0. 91 Plywood 0. 42

Signal Strength vs. Link Quality q RSSI – Receive Signal Strength Indicator (or Indication)

Signal Strength vs. Link Quality q RSSI – Receive Signal Strength Indicator (or Indication) § A signal or circuit that indicates the strength of the incoming (received) signal in a receiver q Link Quality Analysis § Process of measuring the signal quality based on link parameters, including: • signal strength • bit error rate (BER) • Signal-plus-noise-plus-distortion to noise-plus-distortion (SINAD)

MEA Hardware Components q IAP q MWR q EWR q PWR q WSM q

MEA Hardware Components q IAP q MWR q EWR q PWR q WSM q VMM q WMC q Mi. SC

IAP : Intelligent Access Point q Model : IAP 6300 q Feature § Access

IAP : Intelligent Access Point q Model : IAP 6300 q Feature § Access Point § Connect to Internet & Mi. SC § Reference Point for Geo-Location q Specification § § § § § Data Rate : 6 Mbps Burst Network Interface : 10/100 Mb Ethernet Output Power : ~ 25 d. Bm FM Modulation : QDMATM Frequency : 2. 4 GHz (2 nd ISM Band) Antenna : Omni-directional 8 d. Bi Antenna Connector : N type Dimension : 158 x 100 mm Weight : 1. 72 Kg Power : AC or 5 ~ 14 VDC

MWR : Mesh. Networks Wireless Router q Model : MWR 6300 q Feature §

MWR : Mesh. Networks Wireless Router q Model : MWR 6300 q Feature § Wireless Router § Interconnection between IAP and SD § Reference Point for Geo-Location q Specification § § § § § Data Rate : 6 Mbps Burst Output Power : ~25 d. Bm FM Modulation : QDMATM Frequency : 2. 4 GHz (2 nd ISM Band) Antenna : Default 8 d. Bi Omni-directional Antenna Connector : N type Dimension : 76 x 115 x 146 mm Weight : 1. 18 Kg Power : AC , 5 ~ 14 VDC / Solar Pannel

EWR : Enhanced Wireless Router q Model : EWR 6300 q Feature § Wireless

EWR : Enhanced Wireless Router q Model : EWR 6300 q Feature § Wireless Router § Interconnection between IAP and SD § Reference Point for Geo-Location § Assign 3 IP Address q Specification § Data Rate : 6 Mbps Burst § Output Power : ~25 d. Bm § FM Modulation : QDMATM § Frequency : 2. 4 GHz (2 nd ISM Band) § Network Interface : RJ-45 Ethernet § Antenna : Default 8 d. Bi Omni-directional § Antenna Connector : N type § Dimension : 158 x 100 mm § Weight : 1. 73 Kg § Power : AC or 5 ~ 14 VDC

WSM : Wireless Serial Modem q Model : WSM 6300 q Feature § Sensor

WSM : Wireless Serial Modem q Model : WSM 6300 q Feature § Sensor Monitoring § Connect Sensor w/ Serial Port q Specification § § § § § Data Rate : 6 Mbps Burst Output Power : ~25 d. Bm FM Modulation : QDMATM Frequency : 2. 4 GHz (2 nd ISM Band) Network Interface : RS-485 or RS-232 Antenna : Default 8 d. Bi Omni-directional Antenna Connector : N type Dimension : 146 x 38 x 89 mm Weight : 0. 362 Kg Power : 4 ~ 14 VDC

VMM : Vehicle Mounted Modem q Model : VMM 6300 q Features § Vehicle

VMM : Vehicle Mounted Modem q Model : VMM 6300 q Features § Vehicle Mounted Client Unit § Assign 3 IP Address q Specification § § § § Data Rate : 6 Mbps Burst Output Power : ~25 d. Bm FM Modulation : QDMATM Frequency : 2. 4 GHz (2 nd ISM Band) Antenna Connector : N type Dimension : 203 x 140 x 50 mm Weight : 0. 816 Kg Power : 5 ~ 14 VDC

WMC : Wireless Modem Card q Modem : WMC 6300 q Feature § Client

WMC : Wireless Modem Card q Modem : WMC 6300 q Feature § Client Modem Card q Specification § Data Rate : 6 Mbps Burst § Interface : PCMCIA § Network Architecture : Peer to Peer Multi-Hopping. TM § OS : Windows XP/2000, Pocket PC 2002/2003 § Chipset : Mesh. Networks MN 2064 § Output Power : Nominal 23 d. Bm § FM Modulation : QDMATM § Frequency : 2. 4 GHz (2 nd ISM Band) § Antenna : Remotely Locatable Omni-directional § Antenna Connector : MMCX

Mesh Software Tools q Mesh. Tray q Mesh. View q Mesh. Flash q Mesh

Mesh Software Tools q Mesh. Tray q Mesh. View q Mesh. Flash q Mesh Positioning Application (MPA) q Mesh. Manager q Location Analyzer q Other Useful Tools

Mesh. Tray q Application runs on a SD Host q Part of the WMC

Mesh. Tray q Application runs on a SD Host q Part of the WMC 6300 installation q Reports status information q Minimized icon is in the system tray area of the desktop window q Can be opened by: § Double clicking the System Tray icon § Start/Programs/MEA/Mesh. Tray : DHCP / In. Active : DHCP / Not associated (No IP) : DHCP / Associated : Statically Provisioned / Ad-hoc

q Provides a graphical representation of the network topology q Primarily used in remote

q Provides a graphical representation of the network topology q Primarily used in remote mode and connected to one or more IAPs q May also be used in local mode on a SD Host q Supplied on the MEA Administration Software and Documentation CD Root (IAP for remote or WMC for local) Not Associated IAP (grey) Subscriber Device (SD) Associated IAP (blue) Wireless Router (WR) Vehicle Mounted Modem (VMM) Unknown Enhanced Wireless Router (EWR/PWR)

Mesh. Flash q Provides a platform for upgrading WMC Firmware q Requirements § Win

Mesh. Flash q Provides a platform for upgrading WMC Firmware q Requirements § Win 2000/Win XP Laptop with PCMCIA slot § CD-ROM drive or DVD drive § MEA Administration Software & Documentation CD § Firmware Upgrade CD Click on the Firmware browse button and retrieve the appropriate. dld file from the Firmware CD

Mesh. Positioning ™ Application (MPA) Mesh. Network’s system for obtaining and reporting GEO location.

Mesh. Positioning ™ Application (MPA) Mesh. Network’s system for obtaining and reporting GEO location. q Calculation: DTOA GEO positioning q Reporting: § Remote - UDP to server § Local - serial port or Mesh. API at SD q Display: Mesh Positioning Application : IAP : WR : WMC / VMM

Mesh. Manager q Mesh. Manager is a suite of operational tools § Device Manager

Mesh. Manager q Mesh. Manager is a suite of operational tools § Device Manager § Alarm Browser § Remote Device Manager q Pre-installed on the Mi. SC Server § Along with My. SQL, Java RTE, DHCP and DNS servers

Device. Manager q OS § Solaris § Linux § Windows XP q Features §

Device. Manager q OS § Solaris § Linux § Windows XP q Features § § § Add/Delete Device Monitoring IP Address Scheme Channel Management Firmware Upgrade Performance Monitoring Geo-Location Authentication White/Black List Alarm Others q Others § Remote Device Manager

Location Analyzer q Used to Determine/Optimize Device Locations § Utilizes a WMC 6300 and

Location Analyzer q Used to Determine/Optimize Device Locations § Utilizes a WMC 6300 and a Laptop Computer § Used during site survey estimates § Used for post deployment performance verification q Ensure the Antenna is positioned at the same height of the proposed WR/IAP and at the exact location q Use temporary poles and batteries during extended tests Red – too far away Yellow – too close Green – just right