Instruction manual

Model DCP-NextG Digital Cell Phone Kit

1 Network Coverage

One of the main advantages of using a cellular telephone network is being able to set up a

communications link to a data logger virtually anywhere without installing telephone lines.

However, this only applies if your installation site is covered by a suitable NextG network.

Before purchasing a NextG modem it is recommended that the coverage is tested on site by

using a NextG handset with the same service provider, and measuring the exact signal

strength.

Though this manual focuses on use of the SAM 3G+ modem kit with Telstra’s NextG service,

the SAM 3G+ is compatible with all 3G and GSM frequency bands including those used by

Optus, Vodafone and their resellers.

Coverage maps are available from the service providers. Please note however that even

though an area is shown as covered on the map, it is important to check the signal strength on

site because it may be that the location has poor coverage due to interference or other

technical reasons.

As with any network based on radio technology, some local conditions may prevent or

interfere with mobile phone reception within coverage areas. Such conditions may include

concrete buildings, lift wells, below ground basements, tunnels, mountains and road cuttings.

2 Specifications

Operating Temperature: -20°C to +60°C

Supply Voltage: 5 to 32 VDC

Power Consumption (12V): Average 250mA using 3G

Average 205mA using 2G

30mA in standby

Antenna: SMB Male 50Ω SMB Male – FME Female connector supplied.

Other Interfaces: RS232 and Power via RJ45 Connector, USB for PC Interface

Dimensions: 74mm x 45mm x 24mm

Weight: 56g (without antennas)

Frequency Bands: UMTS/HSPA (3G) 850MHz, 1900MHz, 2100MHz

GPRS/EDGE (2G) 850MHz, 900MHz, 1800MHz, 1900MHz

See Table 5-1 for a list of the parts supplied with our CS I/O kit

See Table 5-4 for a list of the parts supplied with our CS I/O kit