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MP 875 Modem
User Guide
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Rev 1.1
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Preface Important Notice Due to the nature of wireless communications, transmission and reception of data can never be guaranteed. Data may be delayed, corrupted (i.e., have errors) or be totally lost. Although significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices such as the Sierra Wireless modem are used in a normal manner with a well-constructed network, the Sierra Wireless modem should not be used in situations where failure to transmit or receive data could result in d
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MP 875 Modem User Guide REVENUE OR ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR REVENUE ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE ANY SIERRA WIRELESS PRODUCT, EVEN IF SIERRA WIRELESS AND/OR ITS AFFILIATES HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES OR THEY ARE FORESEEABLE OR FOR CLAIMS BY ANY THIRD PARTY. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in no event shall Sierra Wireless and/or its affiliates aggregate liability arising under or in connection with the Sierra Wireless product, regardless of the number
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Preface ® ® Trademarks AirCard and “Heart of the Wireless Machine ” are registered ® trademarks of Sierra Wireless. Watcher is a trademark of Sierra Wireless, registered in the European Community. Sierra Wireless, the Sierra Wireless logo, the red wave design, and the red-tipped antenna are trademarks of Sierra Wireless. ® Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. ® QUALCOMM is a registered trademark of QUALCOMM Incorporated. Used under license. Other trademarks are t
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Contents Introducing the MP 875 Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Network connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Accounts and coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Supported GSM radio frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 USB, Ethernet, or serial computer connection. . . . .
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MP 875 Modem User Guide Reading the status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Resetting the MP modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 3G Watcher software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 3G Watcher Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Launching 3G Watcher . . . . .
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Contents Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Regulatory, radio frequency and electrical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Environmental specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Weight and dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Host interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1 1: Introducing the MP 875 Modem • Network connections • Accounts and coverage • USB, Ethernet, or serial computer connection • USB, Ethernet, or serial computer connection • Virtual serial port • VPN support for RNAP • Software • Documentation Note: Do not connect the MP The Sierra Wireless MP modem provides a wireless network modem to a USB port on a connection for portable computers installed in vehicles. computer before installing the The MP modem is usually installed in t
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MP 875 Modem User Guide The following diagram illustrates how the system works: GPS satellite Antenna MP Modem MP modem installed in vehicle with a notebook computer Base station VPN over Internet Computer/Host Firewall and Network Router Private / dedicated link Host Network operations center Customer fixed end system Figure 1-1: The MP modem and the network. The MP modem has a rugged design that allows it to withstand the vibration, shock, humidity, and extremes of temper
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Introducing the MP 875 Modem • Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS)— up to 384 kilobits per second (kbps). • Enhanced Data GSM Environment (EDGE)—up to 236 kbps. • General Packet Radio Service (GPRS)—up to 56 kbps. • Circuit switched (dial-up) data connections. Once a connection is established, you can open your browser and connect to web sites and access other Internet services such as e-mail. Accounts and coverage You must set up an account with a service provider
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MP 875 Modem User Guide Supported GSM radio frequencies The MP 875 modem has tri-band capability on HSDPA and UMTS networks, operating on: • 850 MHz • 1900 MHz • 2100 MHz and quad-band capability on EDGE and GPRS, operating on: • 850 MHz • 900 MHz • 1800 MHz • 1900 MHz USB, Ethernet, or serial computer connection You can connect the MP modem to a USB, Ethernet (RJ45), or serial (DB9) port on a computer. When connected to a USB or Ethernet port, the MP modem behaves like a network
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Introducing the MP 875 Modem VPN support for RNAP This feature allows for the exchange of Remote Network 1 Access Protocol (RNAP ) data between the MP modem and a remote server accessible only through a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection. When using this feature, you must have 3G Watcher running on the computer. The MP modem sends RNAP data over Ethernet or USB to 3G Watcher on the computer. 3G Watcher places the RNAP data in a User Datagram Protocol/Internet Protocol (UDP/IP) pac
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MP 875 Modem User Guide MP Modem Manager MP Modem Manager is a web-based diagnostic and management tool that allows you to remotely monitor and configure a fleet of MP modems. With MP Modem Manager you can: • Diagnose and troubleshoot field issues. • Identify MP modem firmware versions and remotely upgrade firmware. • Organize MP modems into groups for table viewing of modem and network status. • Configure GPS settings. MP Modem Manager software is available free of charge. To r
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Introducing the MP 875 Modem The MP Modem Manager User Guide (document #2130554) provides information on how to install, configure, and use the MP Modem Manager software to manage a fleet of modems. The Monitoring and Tracking Protocol Guide describes the protocols used in data transmissions between the MP modem and the network server. It provides the information necessary to develop host applications that process GPS and digital input from a fleet of MP modems. For more information cont
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2 2: Hardware and Software Installation • Installation overview • Install the MP modem This chapter shows you how to install the MP modem in a vehicle, how to install the 3G Watcher software, and how to activate your account. Before you begin the installation, ensure that you have all the necessary components and equipment listed in the following sections, and have read the “Installation overview” on page 21. Package contents Each MP modem box contains: • The MP modem • A mounting
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MP 875 Modem User Guide Note: If GPS is being imple- • Radio frequency (RF) antenna and cable. The antenna mented, you require either two must have the appropriate regulatory approval, 50 ohm antennas or a combination RF impedance, and a male TNC connector. It may be a hard or and GPS antenna. magnetic-mounted antenna. • GPS antenna and cable (optional). This is necessary if you use the built-in GPS module. • Power supply. This is usually the vehicle’s battery. • Appropriate electric
