Wireless

Under WIRELESS, you can easily set up a Wi-Fi network in either STATION MODE or AP MODE. If you want to connect your X100 to an existing network for internet access, STATION MODE is the way to go. But if you're looking to create a new network for other devices to join, AP MODE is a better option.

If you change your X100 to STATION MODE or AP MODE, you’ll need to make sure your devices are set up accordingly.

For example, if the X100 is in AP MODE and you switch it to STATION MODE, all of your devices will need to be connected to the same wireless network as the X100 to keep everything working smoothly.

AP mode

When you choose to configure the X100 in AP MODE, your X100 acts like a wireless router, making it very convenient to connect your smart devices. For example, if you're out fishing you can use your smart device as a wireless fist-mic. It’s a great way to stay connected and make the most of your time on the water.

Station mode

When you set up the X100 in STATION MODE, it connects to your existing onboard wireless network. This means all your smart devices can join the same network as the X100, making it easy to share information and stay connected. For instance, you can stream navigation updates on your tablet while using your phone to communicate with crew members.

But be aware that some options under the WIRELESS menu are not available if the X100 is configured in STATION MODE.

Connection status

The CONNECTION STATUS displays information about the network your device is connected to.

The following information is shown:

Status	Definition
MODE	This shows which mode your device is currently configured for, either ACCESS MODE or AP MODE.
STATUS	This shows weather or not your device is connected to a wireless network. If it's configured in AP MODE, this is will show say your X100 is DISCONNECTED.
SSID	When a network is set up, an SSID (network name) is created to identify it. This makes it easy to find and connect to the right network. In STATION MODE, the SSID will show the name of the network you've joined, so you can quickly confirm you’re on the right one. In AP MODE, the SSID shows the name of the network created by the X100, which helps you connect your smart devices directly to it. This setup ensures you always know which network to join, whether you're connecting to an external network or directly to the X100.
CHANNEL	Under CHANNEL, you can see the Wi-Fi channel that the X100 is currently using to broadcast. Knowing the current channel can be useful if you’re troubleshooting connection issues or if there’s a lot of Wi-Fi traffic in your area. Switching to a less congested channel may improve your network’s performance. To see the current channel the X100 is using, from SETTINGS, select WIRELESS, and then CHANNEL.
RSSI	Your Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) measures the strength of the wireless signal received by your device. A value around -120 dBm indicates a very weak signal, while 0 dBm means the signal is strong.
AUTH (Authentication)	This is a security process that verifies a device, such as a smart phone or tablet, before it is allowed to connect to your network. This ensures that only authorized users or devices can access the network, helping to protect against unauthorized access and keeping any sensitive data shared on the network secure. To can see the security protocol your network uses by selecting, SETTINGS, CONNECTION STATUS, and then selecting AUTH.
NUM CLIENTS	This indicates the number of Wi-Fi devices that are connected to the X100 via the wireless network. This only applies when in AP mode.

MAC (media access control) Addresses

The MAC ADDRESS is a unique 12-digit hexadecimal number assigned to every device connected to a network. It acts like a digital fingerprint, ensuring that your device can communicate properly with others.

The MAC addresses for the following are listed:

Wi-Fi station.
Wi-Fi Soft AP.
Bluetooth.

To see the MAC addresses, from SETTINGS, select WIRELESS, and then MAC ADDRESSES.

Show Wi-Fi QR code

The QR code is a quick and easy way to connect your smart device to your X100. Scan the QR code with your device and follow the instructions to connect your device successfully.

Show app store QR code

This QR code is different from the Wi-Fi QR code—it links directly to the app store so you can download the Connect-X app. Simply scan the code with your device and follow the instructions to install the app. This is especially useful when setting up a new device to connect to your X100.

Current network

Under CURRENT NETWORK, you can view all details about the network you’re currently connected to, though this information can’t be changed here it can be used if you're troubleshooting network connectivity issues, and you need to connect to an external navigation app.

To access this screen, go to SETTINGS, select WIRELESS, then select CURRENT NETWORK. Here, you’ll find:

Mode
IP Mode
IP Address
Gateway Address
Subnet Mask
AIS Port

Additionally, you have options to DISCONNECT and FORGET a wireless network:

To DISCONNECT (e.g. if you need to switch to a different network temporarily), select DISCONNECT, and the X100 will leave the current network.

To FORGET a network, select FORGET. This will erase the connected network’s password from the X100, which is useful if you want to prevent it from reconnecting automatically.

Available Networks

Selecting AVAILABLE NETWORKS will scan for nearby Wi-Fi networks you can join. To connect, choose a network and enter its password.
If you don’t see the network you’re looking for—or no networks appear—press the RESCAN softkey to scan again.

SSID

When a network is set up, an SSID (network name) is created to identify it. This makes it easy to find and connect to the right network.

In STATION MODE, the SSID will show the name of the network you've joined, so you can quickly confirm you’re on the right one.

In AP MODE, the SSID shows the name of the network created by the X100, which helps you connect your smart devices directly to it.

This setup ensures you always know which network to join, whether you're connecting to an external network or directly to the X100.

Reset WI-FI Settings

You can reset the Wi-Fi settings on the X100 to return everything to its original factory settings. This is helpful if you've made changes to the network or connection settings and need to start fresh, or if you're troubleshooting connectivity issues.

Once reset, all custom Wi-Fi configurations (like network names and passwords) will revert to the factory defaults, so you may need to reconnect your devices afterwards.

To reset the Wi-Fi settings, from SETTINGS, select WIRELESS, and then RESET WI-FI SETTINGS.