Wi PATHTM SX7T Terminal and SX7M Modem User Guide GSM/HSDPA 07/13/07 Part Number 56038501
Contents Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Getting Started With the Wi PATH SX7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Your Wi PATH SX7 Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Set Up Your SX7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting Started Introduction Thank you for choosing the Wi PATHTM SX7 as your wireless data connection solution. The SX7T Voice/Fax/Data Terminal and the SX7M Modem each provide high-speed wireless WAN connectivity, taking advantage of your current GSM wireless services to deliver the best performance available, including HSDPA, UMTS, EDGE, and GPRS service.
Getting Started Set Up Your SX7 1. Install the SIM Card into the SIM card holder in the battery compartment. If applicable, remove the SIM Card from the larger plastic card holding it. Remove the battery compartment door from your SX7 unit. Carefully slide the SIM Card into the SIM card holder inside the battery compartment. It will slide lengthwise as shown below, with the gold contact surface facing into the SX7 and the corner notch matching the plastic SIM holder outline.
Getting Started 3. Connect and hand-tighten the TNC Antennas. Once they are installed, orient the antennas so they point upward (vertical orientation). This is the typical desktop application. Note As marked on the back of the unit, the Antenna 1 terminal primarily handles voice and data services.The Antenna 2 terminal provides radio diversity for optimized data speeds, as well as GPS functionality for E911 and potential future location-based applications.
Getting Started 5. (Optional) For optimal performance and protection, you may elect to connect a copper wire (not included) to the protective earth Ground Connector Screw to ground the device. In a building environment, connecting to an earth ground (such as a cold water pipe) can protect the device and peripherals from static and conducted electricity. It can also reduce static or buzzing during voice calls (SX7T only).
Getting Started Connect the SX7 to Your Computer Before you connect your computer, ensure you do not have an existing landline data connection and that you have either Internet Explorer or FireFox Web browser installed on your computer. Connect the Ethernet (RJ-45) cable from the SX7 to an available Ethernet port on your computer.
Telular Device Manager Overview Using the Telular Device Manager The Telular Device Manager will allow you to configure all your connections, view your status, and manage all your connection options in one place. 1. Connect to the Telular Device Manager. Launch your Web browser (Internet Explorer or FireFox). Note When you launch the browser, you may get a “Cannot display web page” or similar error. This is normal. Go to the browser’s address bar, type http://192.168.1.
Telular Device Manager Overview 2. On the Home screen (see below), you will see the unit’s Model number, the Time, and your Wireless WAN connection status. 3. Click an item in the column on the left (1) to display a Main Menu subject screen (such as Setup, below). From a main menu screen, click a Sub Menu item in the tabs at the top (2) to display the corresponding settings menu. 2 1 4. After selecting or adjusting your desired settings and clicking Save (1), you will need to click Restart (2).
Data Connection: The Basics Setting Up Your Wireless WAN Data Connection Once the computer and the SX7 are connected and powered up, you will need to set up your Wireless WAN data connection. The Wireless WAN connection is the primary data service connection for your SX7. 1. Connect to the Telular Device Manager. (See “Using the Telular Device Manager” on page 6.) 2. On the Home screen (see below), you will see the unit’s Model number, the Time, and your Wireless WAN connection status.
Data Connection: The Basics 3. From the Home screen, click Setup (1) > Wireless WAN (2). 2 1 Connected ABC Wireless 3 isp.abcwireless 4 4a 4b 5 6 4. For PSD Auto Connect, click Always On (3). Tip If you do not have an unlimited data plan with your wireless service provider, you may want to select On Demand instead of Always On. On Demand connects to the network automatically anytime you are using data services, but disconnects whenever no data is being transferred. 5.
Data Connection: The Basics 9. To confirm your data connection, click Status (1). The Status > Router page will auto-refresh every few seconds. Your WAN address from your wireless service provider will be displayed next to WAN IP Address (3). 1 2 ABC Wireless 3 Note If the CurrentWAN Connection Status (2) indicates Not Connected or Unknown Connection Problem, go back through the previous steps to verify your information.
Status Indicators Status LEDs In addition to checking your status through the Telular Device Manager on your computer, you can also use the LED indicators on the unit for a quick check of valuable connection and coverage information. WiPATH SX7T LED Indicators Power Signal Signal Signal Strength Strength Strength 1 2 3 Messaging Phone/Fax/Data Service/SIM The following table explains how the LED colors and blink rates indicate your device’s coverage and connection status.
USB Connection Option Using the USB Connection Option The preferred method for establishing a data connection with the SX7 is through the Ethernet Port (see “Connect the SX7 to Your Computer” on page 5). However, you may also use the supplied USB cable instead of the Ethernet connection. The USB connection uses Dial-Up Networking (DUN) to achieve Wireless WAN connectivity to the network.
USB Connection Option Connect the SX7 to Your Computer With a USB Cable 1. With your computer and the SX7 powered on, connect the terminal end of the USB cable to the USB Type B Port on the SX7. USB (Type B) Note The USB host (Type A) port on the SX7 is not currently active.It is reserved for future use 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to an available powered USB Type A port on your computer. 3. A Found New Hardware Wizard will open.
USB Connection Option On the Select a Device screen, select Modem - SX7 USB Modem and deselect any other hardware listed. On the Connection Name screen, enter a name for the connection (such as SX7 USB Modem). On the Phone Number to Dial screen, enter *telular* (with asterisks). Leave the User name and Password blank, click Next, and then click Finish.
USB Connection Option 4. The Connect dialog will open. Click Properties > Options. Uncheck Prompt for phone number and Prompt for name and password, certificate, etc.. Set Time between redial attempts to 10 seconds and click OK. 5. Your computer will dial the new connection. 6. Follow the instructions found in “Using the Telular Device Manager” on page 6 and “Setting Up Your Wireless WAN Data Connection” on page 8 to launch the Telular Device Manager and complete your USB data connection.
Voice and Fax Options (SX7T Only) Using the Voice and Fax Options (SX7T Only) The Wi PATH SX7T Voice/Fax/Data terminal lets you use your wireless service provider for voice calling and faxing (similar to standard PSTN telephone operation) in addition to using the Wireless WAN data features. Note Before proceeding, please confirm with your wireless service provider that your account has been provisioned for voice services. Using the Voice Calling Features on Your SX7T 1.
Voice and Fax Options (SX7T Only) Using the Fax Function on Your SX7T Note Before proceeding, please confirm with your wireless service provider that your account has been provisioned for CSD (Circuit Switched Data) and WFAX and that your service provider supports these technologies. 1. To use your SX7T’s fax feature, you will first need to set up your device to support fax data. The Telular Device Manager allows you to configure the necessary settings.
Voice and Fax Options (SX7T Only) For RJ-11 Jack Mode (4) select J1 Voice, J2 FAX or J1 Voice, J2 Auto. 4 5 6 Click Save (5), and then click Restart (6) to save your settings and restart the SX7T. 2. Plug an RJ-11 cable into the Phone/Fax input on the back panel. Phone/Fax 3. Connect the other end of the RJ-11 cable into your fax machine’s RJ-11 input jack. 4. If the fax machine has a handset, lift if off the receiver and listen for a dial tone.
Voice and Fax Options (SX7T Only) Voice/Fax Programming The Telular Device Manager allows you to program all the voice and fax options for service on your SX7T. 1. From your Web browser, launch the Telular Device Manager. (See “Using the Telular Device Manager” on page 6.) 2. From the home page, click PSTN (1). 3. Click Basic, Call Control, and POTS Setup (2) to display the programming pages (see “PSTN Options” on page 36 for examples of each page). 2 1 3 4 4.
Voice and Fax Options (SX7T Only) Basic (cont.) Select a configuration for the Phone jack (J1) and the Fax jack (J2): J1 Voice, J2 Voice to set both jacks for voice calls only (default setting). J1 Voice, J2 FAX to set the phone jack for voice calls RJ-11 Jack Mode and the fax jack to send and receive fax data. J1 Voice, J2 Data to set the phone jack for voice calls and the fax jack for CSD data calls.
Voice and Fax Options (SX7T Only) POTS Setup Select a dialtone frequency based on region: Normal Dialtone 350Hz +440Hz – North American standard (default). 425Hz – European standard. POTS Coarse Volume Adjusts phone volume in large increments (Low, Normal, or High). Audible ring pitch for an incoming call: 20Hz (low), 25Hz (medium), 50Hz (high) (20Hz is default). Line Impedance Select setting to match phone (600 ohms is default).
Advanced Data Connection Options Advanced Data Connection Options The following pages outline all the advanced programming options and settings available through the Telular Device Manager interface. For information about accessing and using the Telular Device Manager, please see “Using the Telular Device Manager” on page 6. Note The default settings of the SX7 accommodate most common configurations.Many of the advanced settings should be implemented or supervised by qualified IT specialists.
Advanced Data Connection Options DHCP Settings DHCP Server (Ethernet only): Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. Select Enable to allow the unit to receive IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and other settings dynamically through a server. Number of DHCP Users: Maximum number of connections allowed. (Default is 50.) Client Lease Time: Amount of time new DHCP settings remain in effect. (Default of 0 minutes signifies 1 day [24 hours].
Advanced Data Connection Options Setup > Keep Alive Keep Alive lets you prevent the wireless network from closing your data connection during extended periods of inactivity by having the unit ping a DNS address at set intervals. Keep Alive: Select Enable to enable this feature. Select Disable to allow your connection to terminate when the DHCP lease expires (usually 24 hours). Ping Address: Select DNS1 to use the assigned address.
Advanced Data Connection Options Setup > DDNS DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name Server) settings allow the SX7 to be accessed via the Internet even when dynamic IP addresses are being assigned. DDNS allows a static domain name to be used in place of the unit’s IP address. DDNS Service: Select a DDNS server option (such as Telular) or select Off to disable. User Name: Enter the user name. Password: Enter the password. Host Name: This is the name of the server you are connecting to.
Advanced Data Connection Options Setup > SIM These options allow you to enter a PIN number for SIM card access (if necessary). Your SIM card may be set to operate without a PIN being entered. Automatic SIM PIN entry control: If you wish to use this feature, select Enabled, enter your SIM PIN, and click Apply. If your SIM card does not require a PIN, select Disabled. SIM PIN: If you have selected Enabled above, select Enabled here also and re-enter your SIM PIN. Otherwise, select Disabled.
Advanced Data Connection Options Network Options Network > Routing 1 Routing settings allow you to control the unit’s network routing configuration. There are two primary options available, by selecting a Working Mode (1): Gateway (NAT on) and Router (NAT off). Gateway (NAT on): Select this option (above) only if you need to use a Network Access Translator (NAT) to alter IP packets as they pass through a router or firewall.
Advanced Data Connection Options Router (NAT off): (Default setting) In addition to the options available under Gateway mode, Router mode offers the following options: ● Dynamic Routing (RIP): Select Enable to use Dynamic RIP (Routing Information Protocol) to adjust to changing network environments. (Default is Disable.) ● ● RIP Transmit: Select Enable to allow the SX7 to communicate its RIP. (Default is Disable.) RIP Version: Select v1 or v2 (default).
Advanced Data Connection Options Network > Firewall/Filters The Firewall/Filters settings allow you to customize the following access settings for the SX7 on your network. Firewall (SPI): Select Enable to use the SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) firewall to monitor network connections and reject any that do not match its criteria. LAN Port Filter Range: Select an option (see below) and a range (from 0 to 65535) of ports through which to allow connections.
Advanced Data Connection Options Network > Port Forwarding This screen allows you to enter an Application Name, Port Extension range, select TCP or UDP protocols (or both), and complete an IP Address for up to 10 forwarded ports. Network > DMZ This screen allows you to enable and define a DMZ (Demilitarized Zone or Perimeter Network) host to act as a buffer between an internal network and any external networks (usually the Internet). Select Enable and enter a DMZ Host IP Address to use this feature.
Advanced Data Connection Options Administration Options Admin > Management The Administration > Management screen allows you to change the following settings. Device Manager User Name: For security purposes, you may want to change your user name for the Telular Device Manager from the default (telular). Enter a user name in this field. Device Manager Password: For security purposes, you may want to change the SX7 password from the default (1234).
Advanced Data Connection Options Admin > Factory Defaults Click Restore Defaults to reset all the device settings to the factory default settings. Any settings you have customized through the Telular Device Manager will be reset. Admin > Firmware Upgrade If you have received a firmware upgrade for the SX7, click Browse to locate the upgrade file on your computer, select the file, and then click Proceed with Upgrade to update your unit.
Advanced Data Connection Options Status Options The screens available under the Status menu provide information about your unit. The fields in the Status screens cannot be edited directly, but they may be changed as a result of other settings you select using the Telular Device Manager. Status > Router ABC Wireless The Status > Router page displays most of the unit’s important information. Firmware Version: Displays the firmware version and release date for your SX7.
Advanced Data Connection Options Service Provider Name: The name of the wireless service provider for your unit (for example, ABC Wireless). Radio Service Type: This displays your current data service type. From fastest to slowest (greatest throughput to least throughput), they are HSDPA DATA, UMTS DATA, EDGE DATA, and GPRS DATA. RSSI: This is the signal strength, which is recorded in negative numbers.
Advanced Data Connection Options Status > LAN USB Status > Wireless WAN Status Wi PATHTM SX7 35 User Guide
Advanced Data Connection Options PSTN Options See “Voice/Fax Programming” on page 19 for available PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) options. Below are examples of each of the PSTN programming pages.
Advanced Data Connection Options PSTN > POTS Setup Wi PATHTM SX7 37 User Guide
Advanced Settings Advanced Settings This section explains some of the advanced configuration settings that may be required in some instances to make the SX7 operational on your computer. Configuring TCP/IP Settings If your computer is set up with a preset IP address (as may be the case with certain DSL and cable subscribers), you will need to configure your TCP/IP settings to automatically retrieve an IP address from the SX7 (see “Power Up the SX7” on page 5). Windows XP 1.
Glossary, References Glossary APN - Access Point Name DDNS - Dynamic Domain Naming System DHCP - Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Dial Tone - The tone heard when a phone receiver is off-hook. DMZ - Demilitarized Zone. A perimeter network area (subnetwork) that acts as a buffer between an internal network and an external network such as the Internet. DTMF - Dual-Tone Multi-Frequency. The standard keytones used by telephones in tone dialing.
Glossary, References SIM Card - Subscriber Identity Module Static DNS - Static Domain Naming System TCP - Transmission Control Protocol UDP - User Datagram Protocol UMTS - Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (aka 3GSM). USB A Host - Universal Serial Bus type A host connector. (The “USB-in” connector on a computer.) USB B Device - Universal Serial Bus type B device connector. (The “USB-out” connector on the SX7.
