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SoftGSM Kit
Model MTSGSM
SoftGSM Kit
User Guide
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User Guide 88310800 Revision A MultiMobile (Model MTSGSM) This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission from Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Copyright © 1999, by Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Furthermore, Multi-Tech Systems,
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Contents Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................... 6 Preview of this Guide ........................................................................................................................................ 6 Related Documentation ....................................................................................................
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Chapter 6 - Troubleshooting Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................... 48 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ............................................................................................................... 48 General FAQs ........................................................................................................................................... 48 W
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SoftGSM Kit Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description
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MultiMobile SoftGSM User Guide Introduction Welcome to Multi-Tech’s MultiMobile SoftGSM, model MTSGSM, consisting of a cable and software (driver and utility applications) which enables digital, cellular, radio communications. The special Multi-Tech cable provides the connection between a GSM-compatible PC and a GSM-supported handset. The driver software loads the device drivers providing access to Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) services. The utility software provides access to ad
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Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description Chapter 4 - SMS and Phonebook Application This chapter describes the SMS (Short Message Service) and Phonebook applications and how you can use them to send and receive messages. Chapter 5 - AT Commands, S-Registers and Error Codes This chapter describes the commands used to control the operation of your MultiMobile modem. Chapter 6 - Troubleshooting This chapter presents a series of FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) which helps ensure proper operation of
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MultiMobile SoftGSM User Guide Technical Specifications Data Transmission Support • Non-transparent data mode, uses Radio Link protocol (GSM 04.22) • Transparent data mode (GSM 04.21) • Transmission speed: 300-9600 bps (limited by the GSM Network) • Support for UDI (Unrestricted Digital Information; used for ISDN connections) • Support for V.42bis Data Compression under RLP* (Radio Link Protocol) Short Message Service (SMS) Support • Mobile Terminated (MT) • Mobile Originated (MO) • PDU (Protoco
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Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description User Interface The MultiMobile SoftGSM Kit disk provides the following software applications (Refer to Chapter 4) • SMS send/receive application • Phone Book management application Computers supported • SoftGSM is "Toshiba Approved" (Toshiba has tested and approved SoftGSM). • All major brands of laptop GSM-compatibles that meet MultiMobile SoftGSM requirements MTSGSM 9
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SoftGSM Kit Chapter 2 - Getting Started
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MADE IN U.S.A MultiMobile SoftGSM User Guide Unpacking The MultiMobile SoftGSM Kit includes two disks (i.e., the software setup disk and the manuals disk with the MultiMobile SoftGSM Kit User Guide), the appropriate PC-to-phone cable, and a printed Quick Start Guide. Four USB V.90 Modems Quick Start Guide Figure 2-1. MultiMobile SoftGSM Kit Contents Requirements A host-based GSM node requires the following: • PC with minimum 486 processor • At least 8 Mbs RAM • At least 3 Mbs of free hard disk
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Chapter 2 - Getting Started Setup This section describes how to make your MultiMobile SoftGSM operational. For additional information, refer to the Help files. Connecting the Phone to the Computer Making the connection between the phone and the computer is easy with the MultiTech-supplied cable. 1. Connect the serial cable’s 9-pin connector to the COM port on the laptop. 9-pin Connector Figure 2-2. Connection to the Computer 2. Plug the serial cable’s phone connector into the phone. Phone Connec
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SoftGSM Kit Chapter 3 - Software Installation
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MultiMobile SoftGSM User Guide Installing the Software MultiMobile SoftGSM software installation consists of installing the applicable device drivers and the utility software. The procedure which follows does not provide every screen or option. Loading your Driver Software 1. Ensure that your phone is cabled to the computer (Refer to Chapter 2). 2. Insert the Setup disk into your computer’s disk drive. 3. Click the Windows 95/98 or Windows NT START button. 4. Select the RUN command. 5. In the Ru
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Chapter 3 - Software Loading and Configuration 8. The User Information dialog box is displayed. Enter your name and name of company, then click Next >. 9. The Choose Destination Location dialog box is displayed. Use the default installation destination, or use the browse button to select another destination. Once you have selected the destination, click Next >. 10. The Select Components dialog box is displayed. Select the components you want to install and Click Next >. Note: Users who: (1) do n
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MultiMobile SoftGSM User Guide 11. The drivers automatically detect where the phone is installed and display the following screen: Click Yes. CAUTION: If the drivers cannot detect where the phone is installed, the install procedure will display the Select Com Port dialog box at this time. Highlight the appropriate port and click Next >, and continue with the installation. Once finished, reboot and verify that you can use the program. If you can’t, refer to the Troubleshooting section (Chapter 6)
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Chapter 3 - Software Loading and Configuration Utility Software The MultiMobile SoftGSM utility provides SoftGSM Short Message Service (SMS), Phonebook management, Settings options, and online Help. Click Start | Programs | SoftGSM | SMS & Phonebook to display the SoftGSM SMS & Phonebook management dialog box. Phonebook Manager The Phonebook tab gives you quick and simple control over all the phone numbers and names in your personal and cellular phone databases. You can add, change, or move phon
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MultiMobile SoftGSM User Guide Settings The Settings tab allows you to select your Service Center and identifies the path to your phonebook.dat file. In addition, it allows you to select the type of outgoing SMS and check whether or not you want the modem conversation logged. Figure 3-3. SoftGSM SMS & Phonebook management (Settings) Getting Help If you have a problem with the product that is not covered in this guide or the Help files, or if at any time you need more help, view the online Help o
