2N® EasyGate Pro Mobile network gateway User Manual Version 1.03 www.2n.
The 2N TELEKOMUNIKACE a.s. joint-stock company is a Czech manufacturer and supplier of telecommunications equipment. The product family developed by 2N TELEKOMUNIKACE a.s. includes GSM gateways, private branch exchanges (PBX), and door and lift communicators. 2N TELEKOMUNIKACE a.s. has been ranked among the Czech top companies for years and represented a symbol of stability and prosperity on the telecommunications market for almost two decades.
Table of Contents 1. Product Overview ............................................................. 7 1.1 Product Description ................................................................................................... 8 Basic Features ............................................................................................................. 8 Advantages of EasyGate use ....................................................................................... 8 Safety Precautions ....................
Free minutes bank ..................................................................................................... 39 SMS Sending Input Parameters ................................................................................. 40 GSM & SIM Parameters ............................................................................................. 40 Service ...................................................................................................................... 43 Initialization ............
SMS Sending Input .................................................................................................... 68 Serial interface ........................................................................................................... 68 Versions of product .................................................................................................... 68 Other parameters ....................................................................................................... 69 6.
1 1. Product Overview In this section, we introduce the 2N® EasyGate Pro (from now only ‘Easy Gate’) product, outline its application options and highlight the advantages following from its use. This chapter also includes safety instructions. Here is what you can find in this section: n Product Description n Manual changes description n Abbreviations, Terms and Pictograms used.
Product Description 1.1 1.1 Product Description Basic Features n The primary purpose of EasyGate is to transmit voice between a mobile network and an attached FXO-interface terminal (PBX, telephone, answering machine, etc.). n Easy Gate is produced in two basic modifications – GSM and UMTS. Some GSM models supports analogue fax connection. n You can establish data connections and send/receive SMS using EasyGate in combination with a PC and appropriate software.
Product Description 1.1 Safety Precautions Do not switch on EasyGate in the vicinity of medical apparatuses to avoid interference. The minimum distance of the antenna and pacemakers should be 0.5m. Do not switch on EasyGate aboard of a plane. Do not switch on EasyGate near petrol stations, chemical facilities or sites where explosives are used. Any mobile telephone use prohibition based on RF energy radiation applies to EasyGate too. EasyGate may disturb the function of TV sets, radio sets and PCs.
Changes 1.2 1.2 Changes Manual Version Amendments to Earlier Versions 1.00 The User Manual applies to 2N® EasyGate II product line: 501323, 501333, 501343 and 501353. 1.01 Name changed to EasyGate Pro, minor changes 1.02 Free minutes option added (for Firmware version 3.5x only) 1.03 UMTS version added Cautions n n The manufacturer continuously meets customer requirements by improving the firmware. For the latest EasyGate processor firmware, programming tool and User Manual see www.2n.cz.
Terms and Symbols Used 1.3 1.3 Terms and Symbols Used Manual Symbols Safety n Always abide by this information to prevent persons from injury. Warning n Always abide by this information to prevent damage to the device. Caution n Important information for system functionality. Tip n Useful information for quick and efficient functionality. Note n Routines or advice for efficient use of the device.
2 2. Description and Installation This section describes the 2N® EasyGate Pro product and its installation.
Description 2.1 2.1 Description EasyGate consites of GSM (UMTS) gateway in white plastic cover, removable antenna and cables for connecting to phone set and PC 2N® EasyGate ’s status is indicated by LED diodes on its front side. All possible states are described in the following figure. Power supply Lights blue Lights yellow device is powered from the grid. device is powered from the battery. Flashes 1x in 2s HW error, contact the manufacturer No light Power switched off or HW error Figure 2.
Description 2.1 Telephone Line Tones – Operational Tones The GSM (UMTS) gateway sends tones to the telephone line to indicate the line status. Following part describes the factory default setting. The tone frequency is 425 Hz. Dial tone n continuous or morse A n EasyGate is registered to GSM (UMTS) network and ready to receive dialing. Ringing tone n n The called subscriber's telephone is ringing. n The GSM (UMTS) network transmits this tone.
Description 2.1 PUK tone n n Enter the PUK code. n This tone is transmitted upon repeated wrong PIN entering attempts. SIM card is blocked. PUK code can’t be inserted in the gateway, it is necessary to use mobile phone. Telephone Line Tones – Programming Mode Tones confirming/refusing the values entered are transmitted during telephone line based programming. Each tone has a different melody.
Before You Start 2.2 2.
Before You Start 2.2 n Place EasyGate out of range of sensitive devices and human bodies for electromagnetic interference reasons. n For the allowed range of operating temperatures refer to the “Technical Parameters”. n It is impossible to operate EasyGate on sites exposed to direct solar radiation or near heat sources. n EasyGate is designed for indoor use. It may not be exposed to rain, flowing water, condensed moisture, fog, etc.
Mounting 2.3 2.3 Mounting External Antenna Connection Screw the antenna enclosed into the SMA antenna connector. Caution n Tighten the antenna connector gently with your hand – never use wrenches! Note n The antenna without cable has a sufficient gain for trouble-free operation in normal conditions. If the signal is poor, if the interference occur or you want to place your antenna separately from EasyGate , you can use an antenna with an SMA-connector terminated cable.
Mounting 2.3 Warning n Do not activate the power supply until the antenna is connected to EasyGate to avoid the wireless module damage. n For backup use only suggested type of accumulators NiMh size AA. Only this type of storage batteries is permitted for use!.When another type of batteries is used, there is a danger of damage of device or even explosion! n The battery should never be placed in municipal waste. Please check local regulations for disposal of batteries.
Telephone line connection 2.4 2.4 Telephone line connection PBX Connection Connect EasyGate to a free CO line of your PBX. Configure your PBX in such a manner that mobile network outgoing calls are routed to EasyGate. Tip n EasyGate is equipped with the FSK-based CLIP function. If your PBX is able to process the caller’s ID, you are advised to enable this function.
SMS Sending Input Connection 2.5 2.5 SMS Sending Input Connection You have got a special connector for easy connection to EasyGate. The connector is equipped with screwing clamps to connect wires leading to a switching contact (device to be monitored). The other connector end can be connected to the respective EasyGate panel connector. The input is designed for the switching contact connected between the input pins. The input is activated by contact closing (pin interconnection).
3 3. Configuration ® 2N EasyGate Pro This section describes configuration of the product 2N® EasyGate Pro. Here is what you can find in this section: n PC Connection to EasyGate n EasyGate Parameter Programming n Table of Parameters.
2N® EasyGate Pro parameters configuration 3.1 3.1 2N® EasyGate Pro parameters configuration PC Connection An USB cable is added to the package. Use it to interconnection PC and EasyGate. Caution n If is used another USB cable make sure that a longer cable works properly to avoid errors at high transmission rates. EasyGate Parameter Programming All EasyGate parameters have such default values that meet most users’ demands and need not be changed.
2N® EasyGate Pro parameters configuration 3.1 To cancel any programming step in the programming mode, press a . Having done so, you can hear the refusal tone and can enter a new parameter number. Parameters are saved when the saving tone is transmitted. Hang up to quit programming.
2N® EasyGate Pro parameters configuration 3.1 Installation and setting of EasyGate PCManager (Win7) 1. Connect EasyGate to the PC using USB connection. EasyGate must be switched off. 2. After connecting is the virtual serial port in PC installed automatically. I case, that the port doesn’t install automatically and unknown device is detected, install drivers by using file: Drivers/win/CDM20814_Setup.exe. 3. Find the number of virtual port using Device manager.
2N® EasyGate Pro parameters configuration 3.1 Caution n The PIN and service password can only be modified either manually or by full initialization.
2N® EasyGate Pro parameters configuration 3.1 Monitoring Monitoring is active when EasyGate is in operation and registered to the mobilní network. If EasyGate is not registered to mobile network, the COM is locked and no monitoring can be made.
Table of Parameters 3.2 3.2 Table of Parameters All programmable parameters are listed in this section. Each parameter is accompanied with the unit used, function number (if available) for programming via a telephone line, description of EasyGate's behavior, setting options, setting step and default (initialization) value. Numeric parameters must be set in unit listed in the parameter description.
Table of Parameters 3.2 signaling channel. This function can’t solve problems, when Easy Gate receives DTMF, it influences sending direction only and it is active only when Easy Gate originates the call. Setting options: Analogue – DTMF transmission trough voice channel without change (0) Digital – DTMF is muted in voice channel and is transmitted digitally (1) Default setting: Analogue Beep after dialing end Function No.
Table of Parameters 3.2 Tone settings Dial tone – Double frequency tone[Hz] Function No.: - Parameter can be set for all three types of tone (Dial tone, Busy tone,Ringbacktone). This parameter is intended for switching between single tone and double tone setting. When the parameter is set, the second frequency of appropriate tone must be set too. When this parameter isn’t set, the second frequency is automatically set to the same value, which results in single tone generation.
Table of Parameters Busy tone - cadence Function No.: 3.2 125 Busy tone cadence setting. Setting options: 330/330 200/200 250/250 375/375 500/500 ms ms ms ms ms Default setting: 330/330 ms (0) (1) (2) (3) (4) -cadence -cadence -cadence -cadence -cadence Ring back tone – frequency 1 [Hz] 330 200 250 375 500 ms ms ms ms ms tone, tone, tone, tone, tone, 330 200 250 375 500 Function No.: ms ms ms ms ms pause pause pause pause pause 126 Setting of frequency 1 of ringback tone.
Table of Parameters 3.2 Volumes Transmission volume Function No.: 190 Volume setting for GSM transmission with a 4 dB step. Setting options: 1-5 Setting step: 1 Default setting: 3 = medium volume level Reception volume Function No.: 191 Volume setting for GSM reception with a 4 dB step. Setting options: Setting step: Default setting: 1-5 1 3 = medium volume level Ringing signal settings Ringing signal – frequency [Hz] Function No.: 140 Ringing signal frequency setting.
Table of Parameters Replace character + in CLI by Function No.: 3.2 149 If this parameter is filled, the + character in the international prefix of CLI is replaced by the defined string. The + character can neither be transmitted by the FSK protocol nor dialed by the DTMF from a terminal. Setting options: 0-4 characters (0-9,*,#) Default setting: blank Automatic call BabyCall number Function No.: 180 A number to be dialed for the automatic call function.
Table of Parameters 3.2 An example in the figure below shows how to bar all international calls with the exception of calls to Slovakia including dialing acceleration by selecting the number length parameter and tariff setting (5 impulses after call connect and then one impulse every 10 seconds). All other calls are enabled and their tariff is one impulse every 30 second. Figure 3.2 Routing table Operator for Integra Function No.
Table of Parameters Number length 3.2 Function No.: 393 The parameter defines the expected length of a number with a prefix included on the same line. This enables to start dialing into a mobile network immediately after the last digit is dialed. If the telephone number to be dialed is shorter, a timeout is respected. The "0" setting means that the function is disabled. Setting options: Setting step: Default setting: 0, 3-15 1 0 End with # Function No.
Table of Parameters Setting step: Default setting: 3.2 1s 0s Time limit [min] Function No.: 399 After time elapsing is call connection terminated immediately. You can hear beep 30s before end of call. 10s before end you can hear beep every second. The "0" setting means that the function is disabled. Setting options: Setting step: 0-255 min 1 min Default setting: 0 (disabled) Bank No Function No.: - Special function – with FW 1.5x and 3.5x only.
Table of Parameters 3.2 first then the calling party number hears the melody. If the caller doesn't want to use the Callback he just doesn't hang up and the call is handled as a standard incoming call. Setting options: 0-255 s Setting step: 1 s Default setting: 5 s FAX from GSM route to Function No.: 509 Incoming FAX call from GSM network you can route to telephone line FXS, or to serial line (PCFax).
Table of Parameters for example received CLI CLI - calling number +420603198222 +420603 +420 603198222 603 Setting options: Step: Default setting: +420603198222 corresponds with 3.2 settings: Substring any setting any setting any setting 4, or more 4, or more 0-15 1 0 Route to Function No.: 591 It is possible to route incoming call from mobile network to FXS interface or reject it. When the call is routed to FXS port you can use the CallBack feature. For correct functionality please set up "Max.
Table of Parameters 3.2 SMS Sending Input Parameters Telephone number for SMS Function No.: 600 The telephone number to which an SMS is sent upon SMS input activation. If blank, the function is off. Setting options: 0-16 characters (0-9,*,#,+) Default setting: blank SMS text Function No.: - The SMS text to be sent to the preset telephone number. If the SMS text is blank, an empty SMS is sent. Setting options: 0-40 characters Default setting: blank Send if activated longer than [ms] Function No.
Table of Parameters CLIR - incognito 3.2 Function No.: 701 Sets the calling line identification restriction (CLIR) for outgoing calls from Easy Gate. Attention, before enabling it is necessary to activate this feature by mobile operator, otherwise outgoing calls can be rejected by the mobile network. Setting options: -According to provider (0) - depending on how the function is selected in the moble network -Activation (1) - ID is not sent.
Table of Parameters 3.2 Low credit checking with prepaid SIM Time period for low credit checking [h] Function No.: 710 Set to change time interval between credit checks. If your credit drops under defined value, EasyGate sends SMS "LOW CREDIT". The "0" setting means that the function is disabled. Setting options: Step: Default setting: 0-255 h 1h 0 Code for credit checking Function No.
Table of Parameters 3.2 Telephone number for service SMS Telephone number for service SMS. The number is common for GGMC SMS, for "LOW CREDIT" SMS on prepaid SIM cards and for battery status SMS. To be set in part Service. Service Hardware version EasyGate hardware version - for information only (cannot be modified). Must be used for communication with the manufacturer. Firmware version EasyGate firmware version - EasyGate central processor program version.
Table of Parameters Telephone number for service SMS 3.2 Function No.: 714 Telephone number for service SMS. The number is common for GGMC SMS and "LOW CREDIT" SMS on prepaid SIM cards. Setting options: Default setting: 0-16 characters (0-9,*,#,+) blank Time period for GGMC SMS [h] Function No.: 970 Time interval for GGMC SMS sending. GGMC = GSM Gateway Monitoring Centre. The "0" setting means that the function is disabled.
Table of Parameters Initialization of GSM & SIM 3.2 Function No.: - Initialization of all parameters related to the GSM (UMTS) network and SIM card (except the PIN code). SMS input initialization Function No.: - Initialization of all parameters for SMS sending upon SMS input activation. Global initialization Function No.: 999 Initialization of all EasyGate parameters including the PIN and service password. Only Global initialization can be done by phone line programming. As parameter must be used.
4 4. Function and Use This section describes the basic and extending functions of the product 2N® EasyGate Pro Here is what you can find in this section: n Voice function n FAX and Data function (optional) n SMS Sending Input n USB data connection n SIM Card PIN protection.
Voice function 4.1 4.1 Voice function Outgoing and incoming call establishing procedures for an analog telephone are described for illustration. The procedures are the same for the EasyGate-PBX connection, just remember to program call routing to PBX line with connected EasyGate properly. Check EasyGate’s function by connecting a telephone before.
Voice function 4.1 Tariff pulses 16 or 12 kHz EasyGate has tariff pulse transmitter. You can use tariff pulses for outgoing call pricing. EasyGate offer pseudotariff only – tariff metering doesn’t correspond to real price of call, tariff pulses are transmitted according to programmed parameters and call duration. You must program specific parameters in call table to set tariff metering for different prefixes of dialed numbers.
Voice function 4.1 Call forwarding For forwarding activation you must specify the calls will be forwarded to. You may specify , if you want to forward specified call type only. You may specify in seconds for forwarding if no answer too. Description of field codes: Voice: Data: Fax: Call forwarding unconditional If activated, incoming calls will be always forwarded to the configured telephone number.
Voice function 4.1 Call forwarding if no answer If activated, incoming calls will be forwarded to the configured telephone number if incoming call isn’t answered during specified timeout. Default timeout is 20 seconds.
Voice function 4.1 Call waiting If the call waiting is activated the incoming call isn’t refused if there is call in progress on EasyGate. If there is the other incoming call during connected call it will be indicated by tone. See 0. for multiple calls management. Activation: Deactivation: Status check: Call hold Check if your network supports the service before you use it. This service relates to Call waiting described in 5.7.
FAX and Data function 4.2 4.2 FAX and Data function Only EasyGate GSM with fax converter supports fax and data functions. Sending fax message or modem connection to and from GSM GSM fax and Data connection EasyGate with fax converter has ability to send and receive GSM fax messages using analogue fax Group 3 connected to telephone line FXS. The fax communication service must be registered with your GSM operator. It is possible to establish data connection using analog modem connected to FXS line.
FAX and Data function n *9903# 4.
SMS Sending Input 4.3 4.3 SMS Sending Input This universal input is intended especially for reporting alarm or error statuses of any equipment provided with the appropriate contact (a relay contact, e.g.). By activating this input (electric input pin interconnection) you send one SMS to one pre-programmed telephone number. Caution n Do not use in life-supporting or property-protection applications because of the character of SMS service and EasyGate.
Data connection using USB port 4.4 4.4 Data connection using USB port EasyGate device is equipped with virtual serial port that simulates standard COM port in PC according to specification RS-232C. Installation is described in section 3.1 paragraph „Installation and setting of EasyGate PCManager“ points 1 to 3. The transmission rate ranges from 1200 to 115200 bps (EasyGate supports autobauding, i.e.
Data connection using USB port 4.4 USB driver instalation For communication over USB port of EasyGate is necessary to install USB driver. The installation is usually automatic after connection to USB port by delivered USB cable. The connection is described in detail in part 3.1 - “Installation and setting of EasyGate PCManager”.
Data connection using USB port 4.4 GPRS connection (for GSM version) or EDGE, WCDMA and HSDPA connection can’t be used for direct connection of two devices. It is dedicated for connection to APN, usually to internet. Most mobile providers charge the connection according according to the volume of data transmitted or by a lump sum and so the GPRS is suitable for long-time connection. SMS Sending and Receiving It is possible to send and receive SMS units using appropriate AT commands.
Data connection using USB port 4.4 List of Supported AT Commands There are original files related to Cinterion GSM modules and Simcom UMTS modules in the PDF format on the EasyGate CD-ROM. Caution n Since the GSM (UMTS) module is primarily used by the EasyGate central processor for voice calls, use AT commands carefully. You might establish wrong configuration of the module thus making EasyGate inoperative.
SIM Card PIN protection 4.5 4.5 SIM Card PIN protection If a SIM card is PIN-protected and the PIN is not programmed in EasyGate, LED Mobile network indicates the state and the PIN tone is transmitted on telephone line. PIN Entering by PCManager Like other parameters, the PIN code can be entered using a PC programming tool. The PIN will be entered automatically upon next EasyGate power up. PIN Entering via Telephone Line To enter the PIN via a telephone line using the DTMF: 1.
Free minutes option 4.6 4.6 Free minutes option Basic description With Firmware 3.5x only! Free minutes option allows user to control amount of minutes used for four groups of operators in one month period. The user than knows, if performed calls are included in free minutes bundle, or if he has to pay extra price for it. Calls for extra price can be disabled. All setting done by customer is accessible by DTMF setting. Setting of prefixes (operators) in four banks can be changed using PCManager.
Free minutes option Free minutes 4.6 Function No.: 32x The number of minutes that will be used to refill banks. The selection x is 1 to 4, according to bank number. Setting options: 0-65535 Default setting: 0 Initial time Function No.: 33x Initial time interval in seconds, which is charged for every call, although the call is shorter. The selection x is 1 to 4, according to bank number. Setting options: 0-255 Default setting: 0 Time step Function No.
Free minutes option hh: hour mm: minute 4.6 When the date is valid, the confirmation - OK is generated otherwise there is there confirmation – bad. Refill now The command is intended for refilling of free minutes banks with predefined values (free minutes) manually just now. This command is to be used for initialization or for manual handling of system.
Free minutes option 4.6 Using Free minutes option – step by step 1. If your gateway is preset by supplier to be used with some billing scheme, you can continue with step 6 2. Collect all information about billing scheme you use from your operator. 3. You have to set parameters by PCManager. Connect the gateway to your PC by serial cable and to power by adapter. When the gateway is connected to network, you can set it by PCManager. 4. Set the table “FXS routing table”.
5 5. Technical parameters This section describes the technical parameters of the product 2N® EasyGate Pro.
Technical Parameters 5.1 5.1 Technical Parameters GSM version GSM module MC55i-w GSM bandwidth EGSM 850/ EGSM 900/ GSM 1800/ GSM 1900 MHz 2W EGSM 850 / 900 MHz, 1W GSM 1800 / 1900 MHz Transmission power Receiver sensitivity Audio DATA Fax Antenna SIM card -105 dBm HR+FR+EFR Half rate+Full rate+Enhanced full rate Echo cancellation, Echo suppression CSD max. 14,4 kbps; Coding scheme CS 1, 2, 3, 4 GPRS Class 10, 4+2 max.
Technical Parameters 5.1 850/ 900/ 1800/ 1900 /2100 MHz 50 W Antenna SMA antenna connector SIM card 3V or 1,8V plug-in Power Supply Mains supply 230/12V; 0.5A adapter (1A for UMTS version) DC power supply 10 to 16V DC Standby 90mA Call - typ.300mA, max.400mA (500mA UMTS version) 12V consumption Data - typ.200mA, max.400mA (500mA UMTS version) Battery charge – additional consumption 70 mA (Battery backup version only) Supply connector DC Jack 5.5/2.
Technical Parameters Loop resistance max. 800 W Tone frequency adjustable, default 425 Hz Dialing type tone (DTMF) and pulse Ringing voltage 42 Vrms 50/25 Hz Calling line identification CLI during ringing according to ETSI FSK Tariff pulses f=16/12 kHz ; Umin=100mVef on 200 W Answer supervision polarity reversal, 12/16 kHz pulses 5.1 SMS Sending Input Closed loop resistance max. 1kW Open loop resistance min. 25kW Input overvoltage protection max.
Technical Parameters 5.
6 6. Supplementary Information This section describes supplementary information of the product. Here is what you can find in this section: n Regulations and directives n List of Figures n Troubleshooting n List of Abbreviations.
Regulations and directives 6.1 6.
List of Figures 6.2 6.2 List of Figures Figure 2.1 EasyGate LED indicators ........................................................................................... 14 Figure 2.2 EasyGate Connectors ............................................................................................... 14 Figure 3.1 EasyGate PC Manager UNI basic screen ................................................................... 25 Figure 3.2 Routing table...................................................................
Troubleshooting 6.3 6.3 Troubleshooting For tips for the solution of other potential problems see faq.2n.cz. ´ No LED is on after power up u Check the power supply. ´ All LEDs are on. No call is currently in progress. u EasyGate is in the special PCManager-based programming mode - exit the PCManager to reset EasyGate. u Try to switch EasyGate off and on, the LEDs should go off in 3s and signal the status of EasyGate. ´ EasyGate does not register to the network u Check the SIM card. u Check the PIN.
List of Abbreviations 6.4 6.
List of Abbreviations 6.
General Instructions and Cautions 6.5 6.5 General Instructions and Cautions Please read this User Manual carefully before using the product. Follow all instructions and recommendations included herein. Any use of the product that is in contradiction with the instructions provided herein may result in malfunction, damage or destruction of the product.
General Instructions and Cautions 6.5 Electric Waste and Used Battery Pack Handling Do not place used electric devices and battery packs into municipal waste containers. An undue disposal thereof might impair the environment! Deliver your expired electric appliances and battery packs removed therefrom to dedicated dumpsites or containers or give them back to the dealer or manufacturer for environmental-friendly disposal.
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