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®
MultiModem GPRS
Wireless Modem
MTCBA-G-F1/F2
User Guide
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Copyright and Technical Support MultiModem® GPRS User Guide Wireless Modem MTCBA-G-F1/F2 S000304M, Revision M Copyright 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 © 2003-7 by Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. makes no representation or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of
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Table of Contents Contents Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications................................................................................................4 Product Description.................................................................................................................................................4 Safety................................................................................................................................................
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Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications Product Description The Multi-Tech MultiModem® GPRS is an external data/fax/voice wireless modem. It also supports mobile originated short message service (SMS) and mobile-terminated SMS. It offers standards-based multi-band GPRS Class 10 performance. This ready-to-deploy, standalone modem allows developers to add wireless communication to products with a minimum of development time an
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Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications Installation Instructions for Hazardous Locations 1. The modems are open devices intended for installation in an ultimate enclosure suitable for the intended application. 2. THIS EQUIPMENT IS SUITABLE FOR USE IN CLASS I, DIVISION 2, GROUPS A, B, C, AND D OR NON- HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS ONLY. 3. “WARNING – Explosion Hazard – Substitution of Components may Impair Suitability for Class I, Division 2”. 4. “WARNING – Explosion Hazard – Do no
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Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications Specifications General Specifications Standards GPRS Class 10 operation Band, Frequency Dual-band 850/1900 or 900/1800 GSM/GPRS Packet Data Up to 85K bps Circuit Switched Data 14.4K GSM circuit switched data transparent and non-transparent Serial Interface Serial interface supports DTE speeds to 115.2K GSM Class 1 and Class 2 Group 3 Fax Power Requirements 5V to 32VDC; 400mA Average @ 5V, 1A Peak @ 5V Mechanical Dimensions & Weight
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Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications Electrical Characteristics Electrical Characteristics Switching the GSM modem on/off The device is permanently powered (when connected to the power supply). Voltage Range Voltage range : 5 to 32V DC GND : 0V Over voltage and Under voltage Correct operation of the Wireless MultiModem in communication mode is not guaranteed if input voltage falls below 5V. Input/output electrical characteristics for external connections GSM/GPRS
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Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications Interfaces The Wireless MultiModem has several interfaces: LED function indicating operating status External antenna (via SMA connector) Serial and control link (via 15 pins SUB D) Power supply (via 2.5mm miniature power jack) SIM card holder LEDs LED Indicators TD Transmit Data. Lit when modem is transmitting data. RD Receive Data. Lit when modem is receiving data. CD Carrier Detect. Lit when data connection has been es
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Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Step 1 – Activate Your Wireless Account Pre-Configured Multi-Tech Products Each Multi-Tech wireless product has been pre-configured to operate on a wireless network. Activate Your Wireless Account Please see the wireless account Activation Notices located on the MultiModem CD. Choose the one for your wireless network provider and follow the directions to activate your account. Phone Numbers for the Wirele
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Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Step 3 – Hook up the Antenna, Serial Cable, and Power Antenna Connect a suitable antenna to the SMA connector (see antenna specifications on page 9). Antenna Connector (SMA type) Serial Cable Connect both sides of the serial and control cable (15-pin Sub D connector on the modem side). Serial & Control Connector To Serial Port of PC Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem GPRS Wireless Modem User Guide 10
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Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Power Plug the power supply cable into the modem. For two-piece transformer power supply (International). • Connect the AC cord receptacle into the transformer block. • Connect the AC cord plug into the power outlet. For one-piece transformer power supply (North America). • Connect between the MultiModem power receptacle and the power outlet. For optional direct-DC powering. • Connect the direct-DC power supply cable into the DC po
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Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Step 4 – Optional – Attach the Modem to a Flat Surface To mount the Wireless MultiModem, do the following: 1. Obtain mounting screws (two are needed) that are appropriate for the surface on which you will mount the modem. For example, one might use two 6-32 self-tapping screws 5/8” in length to mount the unit in a truck to the wall of the cab behind the passenger’s seat. 2. Typically, the unit is mounted against a flat surface into which holes ca
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Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Step 5 – Install the Modem Driver Introduction Compatibility: The wireless modem is compatible with Windows 2000/2003+, Windows XP, and Linux. Windows: Windows operating systems require a modem driver to be installed. See the example below for installing a GPRS modem driver onto a PC with Windows XP/2003. Linux: Linux does not require a driver for serial modems. Requirements • One MTCBA-G modem • A RS232 cable to connect the modem to the PC
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Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem Phone Numbers for the Wireless Modem • Every wireless modem will have its own unique phone number. • The phone number may simply be given to you by your wireless service provider or it may be on the SIM card or both. Wireless provider implementations may vary. Examples of Useful AT Commands A Note About HyperTerminal In order to verify signal strength and roaming status, you must use a terminal applicat
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Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem Establishing a Voice Call • Enter PIN Code (if required by your wireless provider) Type AT+CPIN=1234 Responses: OK (PIN Code accepted) +CME ERROR : 16 (Incorrect PIN Code) +CME ERROR : 3 (PIN already entered [with +CMEE : 1 mode]) • Initiate a voice call Type ATD1234; (Note: Don’t forget the semicolon “;” at the end. This stands for voice calls) Responses: OK (Communication established) CME ERROR : 11 (PIN Code not entered [with +CMEE : 1 m
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Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem Using Short Message Services (SMS) Send a Short Message to a Specified Number. Type AT+CMGS="8585551212" Then type your message: Please call me soon. The modem may respond with +CMGS: OK Write a Message to Memory. You can store a message to send it at a later date. Type AT+CMGW="8585551212" Type the message. The modem may respond with +CMGW: 4 OK (The message is stored in th
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Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem SMS Examples Send Example Send an SMS message to another SMS compatible device at+cmgf=1 (set to text mode) OK at+cpms="SM","SM" (set memory storage when writing and sending SMS messages) +CPMS: 0,50,0,50 OK at+cmgs="7632273726" (send message to the number specified in quotes) > TEST message ONE. ( Type message after the > symbol and hit to send the message) +CMGS: 52 OK Receive Examples Receive Example 1: Receive SMS me
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Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem Receive Example 3: Receive SMS message in text mode by directly routing the received message to the TE through the serial port using Phase 2+: at+cmgf=1 (set to text mode) OK at+csms=1 (set to Phase 2+) +CSMS: 1,1,1 OK at+cnmi=2,2,0,0,0 (set to receive SMS and route directly to TE) OK +CMT: "+17632273726",,"06/03/17,14:01:17+00" (message received and directly routed to TE) TEST3 at+cnma (acknowledge that message has been received) OK
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Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem Internet Access Internet access can be setup in Windows Dial-Up Networking (DUN) of the computer that the wireless modem is serving. Setup procedures will vary according to the type of wireless service provider used. To access Dial-Up Networking on your PC, go to Start > Settings > Network Connections. • For GSM-without-GPRS, a circuit-switched data connection is used. The user can set up DUN to make a conventional V.32 modem connection to any termin
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Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem Create Your Dial-Up Connection in Windows XP/2003 1. Click on Start and then click on Control Panel. 2. In the Control Panel, double-click on Network Connections. 3. On the Network Connections screen on the left-hand side under Network Tasks, click on Create a new connection. 4. The New Connection Wizard should appear. It will walk you through setting up your Internet connection. Click on Next > to begin. 5. On the Network Connection Type screen, s
