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AH_NETBRIDGE_V2.1 Bridge
This page documents the AH_NETBRIDGE_V2.1, a HaLow (802.11ah) bridge device that integrates a HaLow module and provides Ethernet/network gateway functionality. It is ideal for connecting HaLow networks to standard IP networks and for use in multi‑hop or sensor gateway deployments.
Description
The AH_NETBRIDGE_V2.1 is a ready‑to‑use bridge product. Internally it houses a HaLow module and exposes Ethernet or network interface(s) to connect HaLow nodes to IP infrastructure. It supports AT command configuration via the underlying module.
Key Specifications & Features
- HaLow frequency band: ~900 MHz (varies by region)
- Supports AP, STA, and Relay (AP+STA) modes
- Allows multi‑hop HaLow network bridging into Ethernet/IP domain
- Configurable via AT commands on the embedded module
- Can set channel list, bandwidth, TX power, sleep/wake modes
- Useful for IoT / sensor networks / long‑range links
- Bridge product provides a simpler interface than raw module, suitable for integration
Use Cases
- Linking HaLow sensor/station nodes to an Ethernet/WiFi backbone
- Acting as a gateway in multi-hop HaLow relay networks
- Protocol translation between HaLow and TCP/IP systems
- Field deployment: HaLow long‑range link into data center or edge server
- Experimentation: Use as prototyping platform to evaluate HaLow module capabilities
Setup & Configuration Notes
- Verify module firmware version and compatibility (refer to AT command reference)
- Connect to the device’s network interface or serial console to issue AT commands to the module
- Typical configuration sequence:
```
AT+CHAN_LIST=9080,9160,9240 AT+BSS_BW=8 AT+SSID=bridge_network AT+ENCRYPT=1 AT+KEY=12345678 AT+WIFIMODE=ap ``` Then set up the Ethernet side and network routing as needed * If deploying in regulated bands, set frequency range accordingly * Confirm that the bridge firmware on the board allows access to the AT interface
Related Pages
* modules – The core HaLow modules used inside this product * bridges – Other bridge‑type products * index – AT command reference for configuring the embedded module
Notes & Cautions
* Because the bridge hosts a HaLow module, the same restrictions and regional regulatory concerns apply (e.g., permitted frequency bands, TX power limits) * Access to full AT commands depends on vendor configuration * For advanced use (e.g., integrating with Linux hosts or custom software stacks), you may need to expose the module’s AT interface or install a driver on the host side
Summary
The AH_NETBRIDGE_V2.1 offers a convenient turnkey path into HaLow networking and bridging into IP systems. Thanks to its embedded HaLow module and AT‑command support, it allows both rapid deployment and deeper experimentation for RF/long‑range network work.
