The Bosch DCNM-WAP wireless access point is used as a central control device for the Bosch Dicentis wireless discussion system.

The DCNMWAP can be mounted on a table, wall or ceiling and requires no central control unit. It is truly wireless with no need for an additional router or tablet control. A simple intuitive web interface is used for system setup, configuration, control and licensing.

• Based on standard WiFi according IEEE 802.11n
• WPA2 encryption for secure communication
• Seamless frequency switching in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz band
• Powering via power supply adapter, Power over Ethernet or DCN multimedia System Network Cable

Zero Interference

• Seamless automatic wireless frequency channel switching; up to 44 channels in the 2.4/5 GHz band.
• Packet Loss Concealment to mask the effects of lost or discarded packets.

Standard WiFi

• Visibility in the IT infrastructure.
• Coexistence with other WiFi networks.

System cameras

• For giving a clear visual overview of the proceedings.
• A maximum of six HD Conference Dome cameras can be connected to the system with native support.
• The camera presets can be configured in the web interface.
• SDI Connection for little video latency.

General

• Powering via either: Power supply adapter, Power over Ethernet (PoE), or DCN multimedia System Network Cable.
• Typical wireless coverage area range of 30 m x 30 m.
• Functionality is modular; expandable via licensing.

The wireless access point is used for all configuration and initial set up via web interface. These settings include:

• User management shall give the possibility to create several users with user specific access to functionality.
• Line input/output and routing settings.
• 5‑band parametric equalizer.
• Camera control and HD-SDI switcher configuration.
• Wireless network SSID and WPA2 settings.
• Wired network host‑name setting (DHCP and zero‑config protocol based on Bonjour, fixed IP address is not supported).
• Upload of custom logo, which shall be shown in the Wireless Device Extended.
• GUI language setting.
• Factory default.
• Device subscription, using standard WPS protocol.
• Seat naming including priority setting for the chairperson (Maximum up to 15 Wireless Devices can have priority).
• Dual‑use setting (requires DCNM‑LSDU per DCNM‑WD/WDE).
• Camera preposition assignment to seats (requires one DCNM‑LCC per DCNM‑WAP).
• Date and time settings. Automatic date and time synchronization through ntp server from the internet or supplied by the local DHCP server.
• Firmware upgrade of all devices and the WAP, using the wireless network (not supported when using the web interface on a tablet).
• License activation (not supported when using the web interface on a tablet).
• Logging with export functionality (Export is not supported when using the web interface on a tablet).