WiFi

Newer embedded robot controls can be connected to the network via WiFi. This is useful for wireless programming, connecting to a company network, for the cloud interface and other applications.

Configuration

WiFi can be configured via CPRog/iRC: Click "File" -> "Configure Interfaces" -> "Network".

To enable or change the configuration check "Change" and select a mode:

• Disabled: Disables the WiFi
• Access Point: The robot creates it's own WiFi network. Your PC can connect to this network.
• Infrastructure: The robot connects to an existing network.

After changing the configuration you may need to restart the robot control to apply the changes. Check the WiFi configuration again, the "Status" area should show whether the robot is connected. If WiFi was previously disabled you may need to click the "Unblock" button, which basically disables "Airplane Mode".

Access Point Mode Configuration

For access point mode you must enter the following:

• Network name (SSID): this is the name of the network. You will later find it in your PCs WiFi list.
• WiFi password: Enter a good password
• Robot IP address: Enter an IP address for the robot. If you want to connect iRC via WiFi you need to enter it in the configuration. You may enter any valid, non-reserved IPv4 address except any in the network of the Ethernet port (normally 192.168.3.XX). If you do not know what to enter use 192.168.4.11.

Infrastructure Mode Configuration

For infrastructure mode you must enter the following:

• Network name (SSID): The name of the network to connect to. This is the name that is shown in your PCs WiFi list.
• WiFi password: The password for this WiFi

Optionally you may enter the following. If you do not know what these mean you should likely leave them empty.

• Robot IP address: Enter a IP address if you want to force one. Otherwise an IP address is automatically assigned by DHCP.
• Router IP address: IP address of the router / gateway. If empty it is automatically detected by DHCP.