Third-party components

To set up an EmbroideryConnect network, some third-party hardware items are also required…

Component

Details

USB-capable embroidery machines

  • Able to read designs from USB memory stick.

  • Preferably with the USB port built into the control panel. Add-on USB converters in old machines may not be compatible.

Compatible WiFi router

See below for details.

Barcode reader

Optional.

Windows Administrator privileges

Access must be configured by a user who has full administrator privileges and is part of a Windows ‘Workgroup’ or ‘Domain’ network.

WiFi router compatibility requirements

Note the following WiFi router requirements to be compatible with the EC device:

Requirement

Details

Standard security protocol

The WiFi router must use one of the standard security protocols: WEP or WPA/WPA2 Personal. Security type ‘none’ or ‘unsecured’ is not supported at present. A WiFi password is mandatory.

Support for WLAN Protocol 802.11 G

The WiFi router needs to support WLAN Protocol 802.11 G in the 2.4 Ghz band. The EC device will not connect to a WiFi router using the 5 Ghz band. If unsure, consult the documentation provided with your router.

WiFi network name

You must know the WiFi network name (SSID) and WiFi router password (key). We recommend using a SSID (network name) that contains only alphanumeric characters – letters and numbers.

WiFi coverage

WiFi coverage must be sufficient to serve the entire production area.