This Article Applies From:
CVIConfig
2.5.4.1
CVImonitor
1.9.7.1
CVI3
2.7.2.4
CONNECT
2.7.2.4
Connect-D
2.7.5.2
exbc
7.7

Introduction

This section deals with the use of CVIMonitor to configure  Desoutter Battery Tool's wireless parameters, and more specifically tools from the ExBC, eLit and QShield range.
It provides some basic details about CVIMonitor user interface, WiFi parameters and explains under which condition this procedure should be used.


TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction

1 - Overview  

2 - Configuring the ExBC Wireless settings  

2.1 - CVIMonitor's Wireless Parameters Interface overview  

2.2 - ExBC Wireless settings  

2.3 - eLit-W Wireless settings  

2.4 - QShield Wireless settings  

2.5 - Saving then loading Wireless settings  


1 - Overview  


When should I use CVIMonitor to configure a tool's WiFi settings ? There are two reasons to use CVIMonitor to setup the tool's WiFi settings:

  • You need the tool to interface with a CONNECT-D.
  • You wish to load a Certificate to the tool to work with EAP/TLS protocol.


Why not use the usual pairing method ? The answer depends on your setup:

  • If you use the CONNECT-D: the CONNECT-D supports neither RFID pairing nor USB pairing - please refer to the listed limitations here.
  • If you have enabled EAP/TLS: each tool associated to your controller needs to be loaded with a client certificate- it is therefore necessary to use CVIMonitor to select then load the certificate.


What do I need to configure the tool's WiFi setting using CVIMonitor ? You will need:

  • CVIMonitor standalone (offline) software.
  • An USB e-Dock.

2 - Configuring the ExBC Wireless settings  


2.1 - CVIMonitor's Wireless Parameters Interface overview  

This section provides you an overview of the various WiFi sections of CVIMonitor - while it focuses on ExBC tools, the description also applies to eLit and QShield tools.


To access your ExBC WiFi settings:

  • Connect your computer to your battery tool via the e-Dock then wake-up your ExBC.
  • Start CVIMonitor Offline.
  • Select the Tool panel then click the Select button associated to your tool.
  • Click the Wireless Parameters icon.


The Wireless Settings pane is split in 4 areas:

  1. Network Configuration section: this section lets you fill the Network parameters such as the tool's IP address and network mask, the target controller IP Address...
    Note that the Tool's MAC Address is provided for information purpose only.
  2. Wireless Specific Settings section: this section needs to be filled with information relative to your WiFi Access Point parameters and settings - you typically need to provide the SSID, but also the protocol details and all related security parameters.
  3. Section to Retrieve configuration from the tool or Transfer then Apply configuration to the tool.
  4. The last section allows you to either Export or Import the tool's wireless settings - this is especially useful if you need to apply similar settings to several tools, typically while using the CONNECT-D.

2.2 - ExBC Wireless settings  

Follow the procedure described in 2.1 - CVIMonitor's Wireless Parameters Interface Overview to connect then access your tool's WiFi settings via CVIMonitor.


The first step in setting up your tool is to fill the Network Configuration section details - note that these settings are equivalent to those found in CVIConfig Tool's Settings:

  • Select whether you wish to use DHCP or a Static IP Address.
  • Specify the Controller's IP address and Communication Port.
    Note: be sure the Port Setting match CONNECT-D Configurator settings in addition to CVIConfig configuration when working with a CONNECT-D. Please refer to Desoutter Industrial Tools : CONNECT-D Installation Procedure if necessary.
  • If you have selected the Static IP Address as an Allocation Method, fill in the Tool's IP Address, Net mask and Gateway details.
  • Provide a Hostname if your organisation requires you to do so - note that you will need to ensure that each Hostname associated to a tool is different.


Once the Network is configured, fill in the Wireless parameters - you should reach out to your IT Department to ensure that you are provided with the necessary information.

  • Fill in the Access Point SSID name - if you are using a CONNECT-W internal Access Point, make sure the parameters you setup match with CVIConfig configuration.
  • The Security Type - note that Open Mode must be discouraged to avoid any security breach at your factory.
  • The Encryption Type - note that the tool will automatically adapt the encryption depending on the Security Type.
  • If the Security Type is set to EAP / TLS load a Client Certificate for your tool.
  • If the Security Type is set to EAP / TLS, LEAP or PEAP fill in the Domain Name and User Name.
  • Fill in the Security Key associated to the Access point SSID.
  • Last, select the Radio Frequency and the Channels / Bands to use. These settings must be consistent with your Access Point configuration.
    Note: the available Channels and Bands depend on the Regulatory Domain you are operating under - as a consequence, you may be restricted in the settings.

Once both Network and Wireless parameters are set, click Write to Tools: CVIMonitor will transfer the settings to the tool.

Wait for the transfer to complete and the tool to reboot - it will automatically connect to the controller it is paired to by the end of the boot sequence.

2.3 - eLit-W Wireless settings  

To access your eLit-W WiFi settings:

  • Connect your computer to your battery tool via the e-Dock then wake-up your eLit device.
  • Start CVIMonitor Offline.
  • Select the eLit WIFI panel then click the Select button associated to your tool.
  • Click the Wireless Parameters Icon.


You can now follow the procedure provided in section 2.2 - ExBC Wireless Settings to get your tool ready for wireless operation.

Note: there is a single difference between ExBC and eLit wireless settings - eLit does not need to be provided with the Controller IP address if you have selected Static IP Address as an allocation method.

2.4 - QShield Wireless settings  

To access your QShield WiFi settings:

  • Connect your computer to your battery tool via the USB cable then wake-up your QShield device.
  • Start CVIMonitor Offline.
  • Select the QShield panel then click the Select button associated to your tool.
  • Click the Wireless Parameters Icon.


You can now follow the procedure provided in section 2.2 - ExBC Wireless Settings to get your tool ready for wireless operation.

Note: there is a single difference between ExBC and QShield wireless settings - QShield does not need to be provided with the Controller IP address if you have selected Static IP Address as an allocation method.

2.5 - Saving then loading Wireless settings  

CVIMonitor allows you to save the wireless parameters applied to a tool. This is particularly useful when a particular configuration needs to be applied to a number of tools, especially when working with a CONNECT-D.

To save a tool's configuration:

  • Open CVIMonitor then display the connected tool's Wireless Parameters.
  • If the setting interface is empty click Read from Tool to retrieve the current tools Wireless settings - this will allow you to quickly retrieve the WiFi configuration.
  • Click on Export once all the setting fields have been filled - a dialog box to select the file storage location opens: select the folder to export to, provide a file name then finally click save:

A dedicated file will then be created with all the configuration parameters (but not the certificate if any, nor the Security Key).


You can now use the saved file to speed up the configuration of additional tools. To that end:

  • Connect a different battery tool to your computer, start CVIMonitor, select the connected tool from the list of identified devices - finally, open the Wireless Parameter menu.
  • Click Import. Select a saved Configuration File to import then click Open.
  • The wireless parameters are loaded to CVIMonitor.
    Before deploying the settings to the newly connected tool, however, please be sure to change:
    - The Tool IP Address.
    - The Communication Port.
    - The Host Name.
    Fill in the Security Key and, if necessary, load a certificate.
    Finally, click Write to tool.

The parameters are transferred to the tool as a result - The tool will automatically connect to your controller once it has rebooted.