Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide for Models G3210, G3211, G3310, G3311 Version 1.21 AirLink Communications, Inc.
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Important Notice Because of 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.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Table of Contents 1. Introduction ..................................................................................... 1 1.1 Raven Product Overview ............................................................................... 2 1.2 PinPoint Product Overview........................................................................... 3 2. Network Connection ...................................................................... 4 2.
.8 SLIP Mode.................................................................................................... 32 6.9 Modbus/BSAP Configuration [Raven Only Feature] ................................. 32 6.9.1 Configuring the Polling Host Application Raven 32 6.9.2 Configuring the Remote Ravens 33 7. PinPoint Notes............................................................................... 35 7.1 Low-power Mode ..................................................................................
14. PinPoint GPRS Technical Specifications................................ 76 14.1 Physical Characteristics .............................................................................. 76 14.2 Power Specifications .................................................................................... 76 14.3 Environmental ............................................................................................. 76 14.4 RF Features ...................................................................
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide WARNING The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be colocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 1. Introduction The GSM/GPRS wireless network combines the world’s leading wireless standard— the Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM)—with fast, packet-switched access to data networks such as the Internet.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 1.1 Raven Product Overview The AirLink Raven GPRS is a rugged, full duplex GPRS modem that provides wireless transport capabilities for fixed and mobile applications. GPRS is an efficient and secure wireless technology that works well for fixed or mobile applications. The Raven's rugged form factor is ideal for industrial and commercial applications that require real-time communications.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 1.2 PinPoint Product Overview The AirLink PinPoint GPRS is a rugged, full duplex GSM/GPRS modem that provides wireless transport capabilities for fixed and mobile applications. GPRS is an efficient and secure wireless technology that works well for fixed or mobile applications. The PinPoint's rugged form factor is ideal for industrial and commercial applications that require real-time communications.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 2. Network Connection The AirLink GPRS modems are capable of providing network connections for GPRS and SMS data. 2.1 Internet (TCP/IP) Connections via GPRS When using a Raven or PinPoint GPRS modem, remote access to is done via a PPP (TCP/IP) connection to the GPRS network. The GPRS carrier actually provides Internet connectivity, and, therefore, it becomes the ISP for that session. Applications such as web browsing, email, FTP, etc.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 If the host establishes a PPP link to the Raven, a second PPP link is created between the Raven and the host. IP packets can then be sent to and received from the GPRS network. IP IP PPP GSM GPRS Network PPP If the host device is to send and receive data via the Raven or PinPoint, then the modem can be configured to use either one of the UDP or TCP packet assembly/disassembly modes.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 3. Raven and PinPoint GPRS Configuration Configuration of the Raven and PinPoint GPRS modems can be performed using the Wireless Ace application, or a terminal emulation program like HyperTerminal in Windows, or using a telnet application. 3.1 Local Configuration 1. Attach the antennas, DB-9 cable and power to the back of the modem. 2. Power on the modem, and ensure the On light is lit. 3. Attach the modem to the back of the PC with the provided DB-9 cable.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 6. For "Connect using" select the COM port that the modem is on (do not select a modem driver), then select OK. 7. Select 115200 for the "Bits per second." Ensure Data Bits: 8, Parity: None, Stop bits: 1 and Flow control: Hardware. Then select OK. (These are the factory default settings for a GPRS modem. If you get garbled characters when typing AT commands, change these settings and reconnect to the modem.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 8. Type AT followed by [Enter]. You should receive an "OK" in response. 9. Type ATI1 followed by [Enter]. This displays the modem firmware version and you should also see "AirLink Communications, Inc." in it which ensures you are talking to the AirLink modem. (If not, try changing COM ports.) Other AT commands may now be issued to the modem. See Section Using AT Commands for a list of AT commands 3.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 If your modem lights look like the above when the modem is powered on, you do NOT need to configure the modem and may skip this section. If, however, the Reg light is not lit, your modem may need a SIM, or you may need to select the PDP context. • Connect up to configure the modem as in Section 3.1. • If you are unfamiliar with using AT commands, please review Section Using AT Commands first. 3.2.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 3.3 Remote Configuration Once the modem is online and registered, it can be contacted from a remote location via a setup that connects to the GPRS network using the same APN as the target modem.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 4. Windows Dial-Up Networking Setup This section describes the setup of Windows to enable communications over the GPRS network. Windows 2000 is used as the example because it the one Windows OS revision that carries the most similarity to both Windows 98 as well as Windows XP. 4.1 Add Windows Modem Driver 4.1.1 Setup Modem Connect the modem to the computer with the DB-9 cable. Plug in the AC adapter, connect the antenna(s) and power on the modem.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 4. Check "Don't detect my modem..." and select Next. 5. Select "(Standard Modem Types)" from the Manufacturers and then select "Standard 33600 bps Modem" under Models. 6. Select Next. AirLink Communications, Inc.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 7. Check Selected Ports, then select the COM port the modem is connected to and select Next. 8. Select Finish to exit the "Install New Modem" wizard. 9. You should see the modem added to the correct COM port. 10. To set the modem speed on the driver, highlight the modem driver and select Properties. 11. Ensure the "Maximum Port Speed" is set to 115200, which is the default value of the GPRS modems. 12. Select OK to exit. AirLink Communications, Inc.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 4.2 Windows Dial-Up Networking (PPP) Configuration This section describes how to setup a Windows Dial-up Networking connection for an AirLink GPRS Modem. Windows 2000 Professional was used in this example. The connection uses PPP to communicate to the modem and gain access the Internet. Before you start, you need the following: 1.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 3. When the Connection Wizard starts, select Next. 4. Select "Dial-up to private network" and select Next. AirLink Communications, Inc.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 5. Check the box next to "Modem – Standard 33600bps" and select Next. 6. Enter the Phone Number: 10001 and then select Next. 7. Select whether you want all users or just yourself to have access to this connection, and select Next. 8. Enter NewOne for the name of the connection. If you want to add an icon for this connection on the desktop, check "Add a shortcut to my desktop." 9. Select Finish to exit the "Network Connection Wizard.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 14. “Connect using” should have a check next to “Modem – Standard 33600bps Modem (COMx).” 15. Enter “10001”for the “Phone number”. 16. Uncheck "Use dialing rules" and check “Show icon in taskbar when connected.” 17. Select the Configure button. 18. Maximum Speed: 115200. 19. Check Enable hardware flow control. 20. Uncheck all other options. 21. Select OK. 22. Select the Options tab. AirLink Communications, Inc.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 23. Check or Uncheck options as your application requires. 24. Set the "Redialing options" that will meet your needs. Note: The options shown here should work for most applications. Consult your Network Administrator for more help on connection options. 25. Select the Security tab. 26. Select “Advanced (custom settings).” AirLink Communications, Inc.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 27. For "Security Optioins" check “Typical recommended settings” 28. In “Validate my identity as follows:”, select “Allow unsecured password”. Your identity and security is taken care of in the SIM. 29. Select OK. 30. Select the Networking tab. 31. Type of dial-up server should show “PPP: Windows 95/98/NT 4/2000, Internet.” 32. Select the Settings button. AirLink Communications, Inc.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 33. Uncheck all three of the PPP Settings options. 34. Select OK. 35. In the Components section of the Networking tab, Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) should be checked. 36. Select (highlight) Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and then select Properties. AirLink Communications, Inc.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 37. "Obtain an IP address automatically" should be checked. 38. Normally, DNS server addresses are provided during PPP negotiations. If it is necessary for you to enter DNS entries, check/enable "Use the following DNS server addresses" and put in the proper addresses. (See your carrier or Network Admin for details.) 39. Select the Advanced button. 40. Check Use default gateway on remote network and uncheck Use IP header compression.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 41. Select OK. 42. Leave the options under the Sharing tab unchecked. 43. Select OK. 4.3 Making a GPRS Data Connection To make a GPRS data connection. 1. Go to Network and Dial-Up Connections and double-click on the NewOne icon. 2. Click on Dial. If you have enabled the connection progress display, you will see the connection being made: Once connected, you will see the connection status displayed in the System Tray on the Task Bar.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 5. Dynamic IP Addresses Many modern wireless data technologies use dynamic IP addresses rather than static IP addresses. This poses a problem for AirLink customers since they cannot contact their modems unless their addresses are known. AirLink offers a family of solutions designed for the different situations existing with our customers. One of the solutions, an IPManager System that implements a wireless Dynamic Domain Name Server, DDNS.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 5.1 IPManager and Dynamic DNS Updates The IPManager system provides a mechanism to implement a wireless Dynamic DNS service. If the IPManager settings are configured, the modem will send IP change notification messages to AirLink IPManager servers. These servers will then acknowledge the notifications and dynamically update a DNS server, thus allowing users to access a modem by domain name.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 no PPP (or SLIP) peer (i.e. modem is not in PPP or SLIP mode), then “ppp-peer” will resolve to 0.0.0.0. If, for example, you wanted to report IP address changes to the host connected via the serial link, you could set AT*IPMANAGER2=ppp-peer to cause updates to be sent to the serial host. AirLink Communications, Inc.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 6. Serial Communication Modes In this section the following terminology is used: Host: This is the computer or terminal that is attached to the serial port of the Raven. Also known as the DTE. Modem: The Raven. The DCE to the host. OEM Modem: The embedded communications transceiver module. Server: A computer to which a Raven is communicating wirelessly.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 6.1 AT Mode AT commands are used to configure the modem, command it to do something, or query a setting. AT commands must always be terminated by (ASCII character 0x0D). If E=1 (Echo On), the AT command (including the terminating ) will be output before any responses defined in the next section. Response Framing Two settings affect the format of AT command output: V (Verbose) and Q (Quiet).
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 can be defined with the command AT*HOSTPRIVIP=192.168.100.33 substituting the desired IP address. Using a private IP insulates the PPP client from changes in IP addresses of the underlying network, as the AirLink modem will perform basic NAT-like address translation on all packets.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 - The modem is in AT mode [not in a current UDP or TCP session] UDP packet assembly is affected by the values of S50 (PAD Forwarding Timeout) and S51 (PAD Forwarding Character). Data received in the serial buffer will be transmitted when the idle inter-character timeout specified in S50 (in tenths of seconds) occurs or when a character is received that matches S51 (if non-zero).
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 the Destination IP and Port in each to point to each other. Serial data will then be sent reliably between the two Although it adds reliability, the simple implementation of the Reliable UDP mode in the modem does not check for duplicate packets. 6.4.3 Multicast UDP [Raven Only Feature] Multicast UDP results in any data received from the host serial port being sent to all the clients in the Modbus list. The remote port number is taken from S53.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 The TCP session will be terminated if no data is transmitted or received for the time interval specified in TCPT and TCPS. TCPT is the number of minutes [TCPS=0] or seconds [TCPS=1] used for this idle timeout. TCPT should never be 0 when using the TCP mode. A broken TCP session can result in the modem being left with a TCP half-open connection that can only be terminated with a reset.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 6.8 SLIP Mode SLIP mode is entered be using the “AT\ASLIP” command. As in PPP Mode, the IP address that the host assumes is affected by the setting of S300. SLIP does not negotiate the IP with the host, so before making a SLIP connection, the host SLIP driver must be configured to use the IP specified by querying S110. The host can exit SLIP mode by deactivating DTR (if S211=0 or &D2) or issuing the +++ AT escape sequence.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 ATMLISTX1B=123.456.133.45 Continue until all the remotes are entered. There can be a total of 20 remote ID/Local addresses entered into a Raven. Note a special build Raven Modbus Host version is available that allows up to 100 entries in the list. Remember to save the entries with AT&W. If Using Dynamic IPs The host Raven should be configured to report its current IP to a DDNS server so the remote Ravens can use DDNS to obtain the host Raven’s IP.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 will be updated in the event the host Raven loses its IP list for any reason or the remote Raven’s IP is changed or dropped without notification to the remote Raven. Configure the frequency the IP update will be occur. AT*IPMGRUPDATE[1|2]=n where n = minutes [0-255] Other parameters may need to be changed, but this is dependent on the RTU type being used. Remember to save your configuration with AT&W. AirLink Communications, Inc.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 7. PinPoint Notes 7.1 Low-power Mode A PinPoint can be configured to enter a low power mode in order to conserve a vehicle’s battery life. The PinPoint can power down when the voltage to the modem drops below a configured threshold (caused by the vehicle being turned off), or when DTR changes (usually a contact or voltage controlled by the key switch, signaling when the vehicle is turned off).
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 PinPoint will listen for TAIP messages on port 21000 and will no longer handle/generate RAP messages. The automatic reports will be sent to the server configured with the *PPIP and *PPPORT AT commands. This behavior is different than standard TAIP since TAIP will instead simply report to the last client to request automatic reports. The TAIP emulation will accept the following TAIP message types: SRM – allows the client to set reporting mode configuration.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 8. PinPoint Specific AT Commands These AT commands are specific to the AirLink PinPoint. Command Description DTRP=n [?] Set or query the DTR power control. n = 0: Ignore DTR for power control x3310, x3311 n = 1: Enter low power mode when DTR is low n = 2: Enter low power mode when DTR is high NOTE: Also see PTMR GPSn Send NMEA GPS strings out serial link.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description *MF=hh [?] Set or query GPS format, where hh is a hex value; 8E (transmit Lat/Long/Dir/Vel/Time in binary) or 8F. x3310, x3311 *PGPS=n [?] x3310, x3311 Send NMEA GPS strings out serial link [n=1]. Similar to ATGPS except that the *PGPS value can be saved to NVRAM so that it will continue to operate after resets. *POWERMODE? Displays the current power state/mode.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description *PPLATS=n [?] Local ATS – Causes GPS reports to also be sent out the serial link every n seconds [n=0..255], when there is a PPP connection to the serial host established. n = 0 disables this feature x3310, x3311 NOTE: Sends to the PPP peer IP [S110] with the Destination Port number [S53]. *PPLATSR=n [?] x3310, x3311 *PPMINTIME=n [?] x3310, x3311 Indicates the type of GPS report to send to the local client (PPP/SLIP peer).
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description *PPSNFB=n [?] Store and Forward Behavior. x3310, x3311 When *PPSNF=1, the type of Store and Forward behavior is defined by: n = 0: Normal Store and Forward. Data is stored when the PinPoint is out of CDPD coverage; when the PinPoint is in coverage, data is sent to server as soon as possible. This is the default for PinPoints with RAP version 1.3 or lower. n = 1: Data sent only when polled.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description *PPTSV=n [?] Timer for Stationary Vehicles. x3310, x3311 n = [0--255]: Time interval in minutes that the PinPoint will send in reports when it is stationary. For example, if *PPTIME=10, the PinPoint will send in reports at least every 10 seconds while it is moving; however, once it stops moving, it will slow the reports down to this *PPTSV value. A zero value disables the stationary vehicle timing.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 9. Raven Specific AT Commands These commands are specific to the Raven. Command Description IPL=n [?] IP List Dial This allows access the Modbus IP list using the first two digits of the dial string. Example: ATDT1234567 would go to ID “12” on the Modbus list and used the associated IP as the destination. x3210, x3211 MLISTid=d.d.d.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description RKEY=n [?] Radio Transceiver Keying n = 0: Off (Default) n = 1; On Enable/disable MDS Radio transceiver keying. Radio keying is designed to assert CTS when a packet is received, delay the time as specified, send the data out the serial port, wait the same amount time, drop CTS. This way, the CTS signal can be used to key a transmitter on and give it time to reach its power level before data is sent to it.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 10. Using AT Commands Use a terminal emulation program to connect up to the modem either locally (via the serial port of a computer) or remotely (over an existing internet connection on a PC to the modem at a remote location). Set up to connect to the modem by either method described in Section 2. Sample AT Commands Here is an example of entering AT commands, changing some settings, saving and resetting the modem.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 10.1 Raven and PinPoint AT Command Reference Command Description +++ AT Escape sequence (not preceded by AT). If modem is in a data mode, this sequence causes the modem to reenter AT command mode. There must be an idle time on the serial port before and after the sequence. This idle time is set by the value in S50. NOTE: The “+” is ASCII character 0x2B. NOTE: The detection of this sequence is disabled if DAE=1 A/ Re-execute last command.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description D[method][d.d.d.d][/ppppp] or Dial a connection to a remote IP and Port using either UDP, TCP, or Telnet. D[method][[@]name][/ppppp] method = P – Establish a UDP connection T – Establish a TCP connection N – Establish a Telnet connection d.d.d.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description FM=n [?] Friends Mode – Only allow specified IPs to access the modem n = 0: Disable Friends mode n = 1: Enable Friends mode – Only packets from friends will be accepted (see below); packets from other IP addresses are ignored. Fn=d.d.d.d [?] Friends mode IP address n = Friends list index [1 – 10] d.d.d.d = IP address to be allowed to access the modem 255 = allow any number 0-255 Example: 166.129.2.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description MDhh [?] Set or query the modem's default power-up mode hh (hex byte) = When the modem is power-cycled, it may enter the mode specified by this command after 5 seconds. On startup, typing ATMD0 within 5 seconds changes the mode to normal. 00 – normal (AT command) mode 01 – SLIP mode 02 – PPP mode 03 – UDP mode (address/port is in S53) 04 – TCP mode (address/port is in S53) [Also see Modbus Modes for Ravens] MLISTid=d.d.d.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description OPRG=n [?] Enables/disables over-the-air firmware upgrading of the modem. n = 0: Disables over-the-air programming. n = 1: Enables over-the-air programming. PINGd.d.d.d[,n] PING domain_name[,n] Ping the specified IP address. Sends a single ping, returns either OK or ERROR depending on result. Times out in 10 seconds. If n is provided, it specifies the amount of data to send with the ping.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description S23=, [?] Query or set serial line parameters: = [1200 | 2400 | 4800 | 9600 | 19200 | 38400 | 57600 | 115200 | 230400] = [7 | 8] = [O=Odd| E=Even | N=None | M=Mark] = [1|1.5|2] Example: ATS23=19200,8N1 (sets modem to 19200, etc.) The settings take affect after reset. NOTE: MUST be 8 data bits for PPP mode. S50=n [?] Set or query data forwarding idle timeout.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description S110=d.d.d.d[/ppppp] [?] Used to query or set IP address and port for CDPD modems, or only sets the modem’s Device Port for CDMA and GPRS modems. Since the IP address is determined from the CDMA and GPRS networks, any specified address will be ignored. If S300=0 you will get the network IP when you query this value. If S300=1 you will get the private IP address. d.d.d.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description VLTG=n [?] Set or query the voltage level at which the PinPoint goes into low power mode. x3310, x3311 n = 0: Ignore voltage for power control n = low power voltage threshold in tenths of volts. Example: ATVLTG=130 would power down the modem if the voltage goes below 13.0V. Xn [?] Extended Call Progress Result mode. n = 0: turn off extended result codes (Default) n = 1: turn on result codes.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description &Z This command does nothing but does not cause an error either. \ACEPW=new123 Change the Ace password to a new value. Password is case sensitive. Default value is 12345 Example: AT\ACEPW=new123 \APASSTHRU Set modem operation to pass through mode. This will pass any characters received on the serial port directly to the internal OEM Modem and output any characters from the internal OEM Modem out the serial port.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description *DATE=[mm/dd/yyyy],[hh: mm:ss] [?] Sets and queries the clock in the unit. Either the date and time can be specified, or simply one of the two can be specified in which case the unspecified value will remain unchanged. The date and time are always specified in UTC (Universally Coordinated Time) and, as such, the hours are specified in 24-hours format. Note that if the product has a GPS (i.e.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description *DOMAIN=[name] [?] (was *DOMAINSUFFIX) Domain (or domain zone) which the modem is in. This value is used during name resolutions if a fully qualified name is not provided and also for DNS updates. This value can be up to 20 characters long. If *DOMAIN=eairlink.com, then when ATDT@remote1 is entered, the fully qualified name remote1.eairlink.com will be used to perform a DNS query to resolve the name to an IP address.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description *IPMANAGERn=[name][?] Sets a domain name or IP address to send IP change notifications to. Up to two independent IP Manager servers can be set, using either AT*IPMANAGER1 or AT*IPMANAGER2. Updates to a server can be disabled by setting that entry to nothing (i.e. “AT*IPMANAGER1=”). *IPMGRKEYn=[key][?] Sets the 128-bit key to use to authenticate the IP update notifications. If the key’s value is all zeros, a default key will be used.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description *NETCHAN? Returns the current active channel number. *NETIP? Query the current public (network) IP address of the modem. This is the IP address that was obtained from the embedded OEM Modem, and is the address to which packets can be sent in order to contact the modem from the Internet. NOTE: This could be 0.0.0.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command *POWERMODE? x3310, x3311 Description Displays the current power state/mode. Possible values returned are: INITIAL – the modem is in the initial 5 minutes since power up, so power down event will be ignored. ON – regular power on, i.e. a power down is not pending. LOW CANCELLABLE – power down is pending but still cancelable if the power down trigger goes away.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description *PPLATSR=n [?] Indicates the type of GPS report to send to the local client (PPP/SLIP peer). This value can be set to any of the valid GPS report types (see *PPGPSR). x3310, x3311 *PPMINTIME=n [?] x3310, x3311 Specifies the minimum amount of time between reports generated due to either the time interval (*PPTIME) or the distance interval (*PPDIST). This is useful to limit network traffic and make more efficient use of bandwidth.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description *PPSNFM=n [?] Store and Forward Minimum Reports. n = 0 to 255 x3310, x3311 n specifies the minimum number of reports that must be stored before they are forwarded to the server. The data is then sent to the server in packets that contain at least this number of reports. *PPSNFR=n [?] Store and Forward Reliability x3310, x3311 GPS reports will be retransmitted if not acknowledged by the server.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description *RTSI=n Enable monitoring the RTS signal as in input event. n = 0: Disable RTS input monitoring x3310, x3311 n = 1: Enable RST input monitoring NOTE: If RTS is used as an input, hardware flow control cannot be enabled *TPORT=ppppp [?] Sets or queries the port used for the AT Telnet server. Valid values are 0-65535. If 0 is specified, the AT Telnet server will be disabled. The default value is 2332.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description +CGDCONT=cid, PDP_type, APN [?] Define the PDP context. Must be defined before a connection can be made to the GRPS network. Needs to be configured only once, the parameters are saved and used each time a connection is made to the GPRS network. cid = PDP Context Identifier: numeric parameter that specifies a PDP context definition.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Command Description +RCIQ? Returns the current cell information.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 11. Raven Installation This section describes what is necessary to mount the Raven, connect the antenna and connect the power. 11.1 Mounting the Raven The Raven should be mounted in a position that allows easy routing and access for the cables. There should be no binding or sharp corners in the cable routes. The Raven should be mounted so that the LEDs on the front panel can be easily seen for ease of operational verification.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Figure 2- Snap-in Mounting Bracket AirLink Communications, Inc.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 11.2 Connecting the antenna Install an appropriate external cellular antenna. Connect the antenna to the external jack of the bulkhead jack adapter with an appropriate RF cable. Connect the Raven antenna jack to the interior bulkhead jack with an appropriate RF cable.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Figure 4 - Raven Power Cable AirLink Communications, Inc.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 RTU LIGHTNING ARRESTOR POWER DUCT TERMINAL BLOCK BATTERY REGULATOR RAVEN BATTERY (BATTERY MOUNTED ON 1/2" THICK PLYWOOD.) Figure 5 Raven mounted in an enclosure with RTU AirLink Communications, Inc.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 Antenna RTU SERIAL PORT CABLE SERIAL PORT COAX CABLE TNC Raven Lightening Arrestor OUTSIDE ANTENNA CABLE (MOUNTED IN PANEL) Figure 6 - RTU to Raven setup TO EXTERNAL POWER SOURCE (AC/DC) POWER CONVERTER VOLTAGE REGULATOR 12 VDC DC + DC + 12V BATTERY - - FUSES RTU + GND 1A RAVEN + GND Figure 7 - Power Connections AirLink Communications, Inc.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 12. PinPoint Vehicle Installation This section covers installing a PinPoint modem into a vehicle. 12.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 12.2 Mounting the PinPoint First locate a place in the vehicle where the PinPoint will go. Make sure the PinPoint will be away from direct exposure to the elements (sun, rain, etc.). Possible locations are: in a trunk where luggage or other items won’t hit it, in the console, or behind the seats in pickup trucks. Ensure the location is secure and will not put the PinPoint in the way of anything. • Mount the PinPoint on the provided bracket.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 12.3 Installing the Antennas There are three options for an antenna: • magnetic roof-mount • through glass-mount • permanent mount 1. Mount the GPS Antenna in the vehicle. The less the cable is wrapped and bound together, the better it will perform. Place it on the roof, or on the dash, or rear panel where it has a good view of the sky (greater than a 90° angle view of the sky -- see Figure 2).
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 13. Raven GPRS Technical Specifications 13.1 Physical Characteristics Weight: < 1 lb. Size: 3.3” wide x 2” high x 6.8" long RF Antenna Connector: 50 Ohm TNC Serial Interface: RS232 DB-9F Rugged aluminum case 13.2 Power Specifications Input Voltage: 10 VDC to 28 VDC Idle Input Current: 20 mA at 12V Typical Transmit/Receive: 130ma at 12VDC Max Input Current 250 ma at 12 VDC 13.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 13.4 RF Features Models G3210, 3310 Network: 1900/850 MHz GSM/GPRS Transmit frequency: 1850-1910 MHz and 824-849 MHz Receiver frequency: 1930-1990 MHz and 869-894 MHz Transmit power range at antenna port: 1.0 W for 1900 MHz and 0.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 13.5 Status LED Display Channel [Chan] LED Flashing = Searching for a channel On = Found a channel Link LED Off = No GPRS service On = GPRS service is available on this channel Winking off = Roaming Winking on = GSM only signal, no GPRS. Registration (REG) LED: Off = No PPP link on GPRS network On = PPP link is established on GPRS network and have an IP address. RSSI LED – Indicates signal strength.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 14. PinPoint GPRS Technical Specifications 14.1 Physical Characteristics Weight: < 2 lb. Size: 3.3” wide x 2” high x 6.8" long RF Antenna Connector: 50 Ohm TNC Serial Interface: RS232 DB-9F Rugged aluminum case 14.2 Power Specifications Input Voltage: 10 VDC to 28 VDC Idle Input Current: 140 mA at 12V Typical Transmit/Receive: 220ma at 12VDC Max Input Current 300 ma at 12 VDC 14.
Raven and PinPoint GPRS User Guide Version 1.21 14.5 Status LED Display Channel [Chan] LED Flashing = Searching for a channel On = Found a channel Link LED Off = No GPRS service On = GPRS service is available on this channel Mostly on, Winking off = Roaming Mostly off, Winking on = GSM only signal, no GPRS. Registration (REG) LED: Off = No PPP link on GPRS network On = PPP link is established on GPRS network and have an IP address. RSSI LED – Indicates signal strength.
