WiFi Wiz

WiFi or Bluetooth options are available using WiFi and/or Bluetooth dongles.

Built-in web browser remote control is available when WiFi is enabled.

Passwords are case sensitive. If the wrong network key is entered, the test set will still connect to the Access Point but will not be able to connect to the web or perform the Ping test.

 

The WiFi Wiz function can be used to provide WiFi connectivity to the unit. Depending on the unit’s model, it supports 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz frequency band) connectivity or 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands) connectivity. Refer to the unit’s specification sheet for details.

The WiFi Wiz function supports:

  • 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac standards (WiFi USB adapter provided by VeEX)
  • WEP, WPA, WPA2 Encryption
  • Scanning
  • SSID broadcasting and report
  • Signal Strength
  • IP Connection and Ping Test

 

WiFi Procedure

Plug the WiFi adapter into the USB port. Allow at least 30-45 seconds for the unit to detect the wireless adapter and for the software driver to load.

Products support USB wireless adapters supplied by VeEX only and have the necessary software driver built into the test set.

  1. To access the WiFi option, tap Tools, and then tap Bluetooth/WiFi.

  2. Select the WiFi Wiz tab.

  3. Tap Scan to scan the list of available WiFi APs.

    WiFi Wiz - AP List

    AP List

    The following information is displayed for each AP:

    • SSID name of the AP
    • BSSID (MAC address) of the AP
    • 802.11 protocol version supported by the AP
    • Max data rate supported by the AP
    • AP's radio channel number
    • Lock symbol indicates if security is set on the AP (WEP, WPA or WPA2).
      When the AP is unsecured, no lock symbol is displayed.
    • Signal strength of the AP

  1. Select one of the Access Points (AP) to start a connection. If the AP is locked, a network key is required to complete the connection. The key can either be 10 characters or 26 characters. Once selected, an Edit Settings function key appears.

    If the wrong network key is entered, the test set will still connect to the Access Point, but will not be able to connect to the web or perform the Ping test.

  2. Tap Edit Settings or Connect AP to change the Encryption Type and enter the WiFi Key.

    • Encryption Type: Supported encryption types include WEP, WPA, and WPA2.
    • Password/Key: Security phrase or password necessary to access SSID and network. Tap the Password field to enter the AP password on the pop-up keypad.
      • ASCII formatting supported
      • The password/phrase can be hidden (Global Settings > Show Password > Yes/No).

    Passwords are case sensitive.

  3. Tap Apply after selecting the Encryption Type and entering the key/password. The Connect AP button will change to Disc. AP upon successful connection and the Connect Net key will appear.

    WiFi Wiz - AP Encryption Settings

 

Connect

The Setup tab displays the Profile, ESSID, Encryption Type and Password.

 

WiFi Wiz Connection Setup

Status

The Status Tab displays the following information on the connection:

  • Connection Status
  • ESSiD: Name connected to
  • BSSiD: MAC address of wireless router/device connected to
  • Channel: WiFi Channel # connected to
  • Encryption: Encryption type
  • Mode
  • Signal:
    • Radio signal level (dBm)
    • Link quality score
    • Max data rate
    • 802.11 protocols supported

 

WFi Wiz Connection Status

 

After a successful connection to the Access Point, tap Connect IP to obtain an IP address and access the additional IP tests like Ping, Trace Route etc.

 

WiFi Wiz Connect IP