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Activating RLXIC-SG on your cellular provider RLXIC-SG ♦ Intelligent Cellular
User Manual RadioLinx Intelligent Cellular Serial Modem for Global GPRS/GSM
ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 17 of 136
May 29, 2009
3 Activating RLXIC-SG on your cellular provider
In This Chapter
 Installing the SIM...................................................................................17
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Configuring the APN..............................................................................19
This chapter provides step-by-step directions for activating your RLXIC-SG on
your cellular provider's network.
3.1 Installing the SIM
The Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) in the RLXIC-SG is a smartcard that
securely stores the key identifying a cellular subscriber. Generally, you will only
need to install a SIM once in the life of the modem, and it may be pre-installed by
your ProSoft Technology Representative.
3.1.1 Before you start
If the SIM was pre-installed, activation of your modem is complete.
Cellular Account Required
 Cellular Account Required - To use your modem, you need to have an
active account with a data plan.
Software Required
 AceManager - Graphical interface for entering most AT Commands. You can
download AceManager from the ProSoft Technology website: www.prosoft-
technology.com. A default installation of this utility is assumed later in these
directions
Hardware Required
 Serial cable - A straight through serial cable.
OR
 USB cable - A USB 2.0 A/Mini-B Cable
Note: Until you install a driver for the USB port, you cannot use your USB port to configure the
modem.
 Power adapter and a power source - You will need a power supply and
power source for the modem.
 PC or laptop - To configure the modem, you will need a computer with an
available serial or USB port.