KE2 EdgeManager Lite User Guide

: June 6, 2024
: KE2

Table of Contents

GETTING STARTED
EZ-INSTALL WIZARD
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Record Credentials (optional)
Management Console
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EdgeManager Lite
User Guide

GETTING STARTED

Power On
Plug the Micro USB power cable into the power port of the KE2-EM Lite. Use the 5V/2A power adapter supplied with the KE2-EM Lite in order to ensure proper operation.
Note: If necessary to perform a Factory Reset, hold down the Reset button for 5 seconds, then release.
Note: A MicroSD card is pre-installed in the KE2-EM Lite. DO NOT remove or replace the MicroSD card.
Connecting to the KE2-EM Lite
You can connect to the KE2-EM Lite via Wi-Fi or Ethernet Cat5e cable. Choose the most convenient method.
Note: This step only connects your mobile/tablet/laptop/desktop to the local area network (LAN) of the KE2-EM Lite. Internet access is not yet configured. In order to connect to the Internet, please finish the setup procedures below and the EZ-Install Wizard to set up an Internet connection.
Method 1 – Connect via Wi-Fi
Search for the KE2-EM Lite’s wireless network (SSID) in your device’s list of Wi-Fi networks and input the default password – All characters are the upper case: KE2EMLT#1 The SSID is printed on the label on the bottom of the KE2-EM Lite in the following formats:
KE2EMLT-XXXXX (Ex: KE2EMLT-04CDC7)
KE2EMLT-XXXXX-5G (Ex: KE2EMLT-04CDC7-5G)
Method 2 – Connect via LAN
Connect your device to the LAN port ( ) of the KE2-EM Lite via Ethernet cable. Either LAN port can be used.
Note: Your device will not display both KE2-EM Lite Wi-Fi networks unless it supports both 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi.
Access the KE2-EM Lite Dashboard
Open a web browser (Firefox, Chrome, Edge, Safari) and visit http://192.168.50.1.
If this is a new install, you will be guided using the EZ-Install Wizard.

EZ-INSTALL WIZARD

Password Setup
Email – Optional field. Can be used to receive alarm notifications.
User Name – Management Console User
Name. The KE2-EM Lite secures access to the Management Console with these credentials. You are required to create this account on first installation.
Password – Management Console Password.
The KE2-EM Lite secures access to the Management Console with these credentials.
You are required to create this password on the first installation. Please record both the User Name and Password for future reference. You will need both to log in to the Management Console.
This password requires 8-15 characters, at least one upper and lower case, a number, and a special character (!@#$()%&*).
Confirm Password – Confirm Password as entered in the prior field. You are required to confirm this password on the first installation.
The Next Step button will be available once all fields are entered properly.
You will be prompted to CONFIRM the management account credentials to continue.
Publish
Auto Publish ALL devices – This option allows you to automatically publish any KE2 Therm devices communicating with the KE2EM Lite to the Portal specified below.
Do not Auto Publish devices – If you do not wish your KE2 Therm devices to be automatically published to the Portal, select this option.
Portal – This is the remote portal that your devices will be published to. In most cases, this does not need to be changed.
Site – This is the unique Site name on the Portal where all devices on the KE2-EM Lite will be published. A Site name should be descriptive. Ex: MyStore- 04CD Pass – This field contains the Portal password used to publish devices. This password should be 8-15 characters, with upper and lower case, including numerals and special characters (!@#$()%&*).
The Next button will be available once all requirements have been satisfied.
Wi-Fi Password
Wi-Fi Password – For security purposes, you will be prompted to change the default Wi-Fi Password during installation. A minimum of 8 characters is required, but 14 is recommended. Please record this Wi-Fi password. You will need it to reconnect later. Confirm Password – Confirm Password as entered in the prior field. You are required to confirm the password before the Next Step button will become available.
Connectivity
This page helps you connect this KE2-EM Lite to the Internet. If you want to publish devices to the Portal for remote access, or receive alarm notifications, the KE2-EM Lite must be connected to the Internet.

Connect to the Internet
Ethernet Connection – WAN Port – Select this option if you are using a Cat5e Ethernet cable to connect the KE2-EM Lite to the Internet. The KE2-EM Lite will automatically request an IP address from the network.
Stand Alone (No Internet) – Select this option if you do not want to connect the KE2EM Lite to the Internet.
Wireless Bridge / Uplink – Select this option if you want to wirelessly connect to an available Wi-Fi network within range of the KE2-EM Lite and use it to access the Internet.
This mode is a convenient way to connect to another Wi-Fi Access Point, Hotspot, or Guest Network for quick Internet access. Be sure to consider any security implications this may cause. If in doubt, contact your local IT or help desk for direction and support.
Wireless Bridge / Uplink – has additional configuration options:
The KE2-EM Lite has two wireless radios (2.4GHz and 5GHz) to connect to a preexisting Wi-Fi network for Internet access.
This provides the KE2-EM Lite access to the Internet without running Ethernet cables.
Choose only ONE, 2.4GHz OR 5GHz, for the Wireless Bridge.
Name – Select this dropdown to display WiFi networks within range. If a network does not appear, it may be on the other frequency (2.4GHz or 5GHz).
Use hidden SSID – Use this option to specify the SSID of a hidden Wi-Fi network.
Pass – This is the password field for the Wi-Fi network found previously. Input the password for the Wi-Fi network.
Set as Priority – This is an advanced option and usually not required. This option allows network traffic to be delivered to the Wi-Fi interface first. Enable this only at the instruction of an IT representative.
Save Changes – to complete the Wireless Bridge / Uplink connection, you must select save changes.
The Next Step button can be selected if Stand Alone (No Internet) was selected previously.
Note: The wireless radio (2.4GHz or 5GHz) selected for the Wireless Bridge will no longer be able to be used as an Access Point for the KE2-EM Lite. If you lose access to the KE2-EM Lite and cannot reconnect, perform a Factory Reset and select the other wireless radio for the Wireless Bridge.
Wi-Fi Example 1:
User connects their smart device to the KE2EMLT-04CDC7 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network to access the KE2-EM Lite. The 5GHz radio is used to create the Wireless Bridge to the existing Wi-Fi network.
Wi-Fi Example 2:
User connects their smart device to the KE2EMLT-04CDC7-5G 5GHz Wi-Fi network to access the KE2EM Lite. The 2.4GHz radio is used to create the Wireless Bridge to the existing Wi-Fi network.
Wi-Fi Tips:
Use 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Bridge for sites using traditional, slower Internet Access Points.
Use 5GHz Wi-Fi Bridge for sites using newer, faster Internet Access Points.
Note: 2.4GHz wireless transmissions can travel farther than 5GHz transmissions.
DO NOT ATTEMPT to Wi-Fi Bridge both 2.4GHz and 5GHz!!!

Finish
Congratulations!! You have successfully completed the EZ-Install Wizard. The KE2-EM Lite will need to reboot with the configuration options you have selected. This process will take less than two minutes to complete. To reconnect, simply use the same method you used in Step ❷ of GETTING STARTED as described earlier. Don’t forget, the Wi-Fi password and management credentials were changed during the EZ- Install Wizard setup.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Factory Reset
If you are unable to access the KE2 Dashboard or cannot connect to the Edge Manager (EM), you can press the RESET button:

Press and hold for 5 seconds, then release to reset the EM to factory settings.

Technical Support
If you are unable to access the KE2 Dashboard or cannot connect to the Edge Manager (EM), you can press the RESET button:

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