Atop ABLELink SG6001 User Manual

Atop ABLELink® GPRS Serial Server

SG6001 User Manual

Version 1.0

Updated on 2004/09/03

Tel: 886-3-5508137

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FCC Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital

device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed

and used according to the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a

particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which is found by turning the equipment off and on, the user is

encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

--Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

--Increase the separation between the equipment and device

--Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver

--Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance

CE Mark Warning

In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the

user may be required to take adequate measures.

SG6001 Safety Instructions

To avoid damage and possible danger, SG6001 should not be placed at the

humid environment with high temperature. For more information, please refer to

the descriptions in the specifications.

Please note that SG6001 GPRS Serial Server can be referred to as SG6001 or simply

as SG6001 through the whole manual. Moreover, please note that SG6001 may be

considered a GPRS Data Terminal (GDT) when talking about the complete GPRS

architecture. If it is the case, SG6001 may be referred to as GDT.

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Contents

1. OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................................................6

1.1 Introduction ..........................................................................................................6

1.2 Features...............................................................................................................8

1.3 Benefits ................................................................................................................8

1.4 Specifications....................................................................................................... 9

1.5 Package List ......................................................................................................10

1.6 Panel..................................................................................................................10

2.HARDWARE INSTALLATION..........................................................................................................................11

2.1 SIM Card Installation.......................................................................................... 11

2.2 SIM Card Check................................................................................................. 12

2.3 Device Attachment .............................................................................................13

2.4 Power Supply Installation...................................................................................13

2.5 LED Status Indication......................................................................................... 14

3. SOFTWARE INSTALLATION......................................................................................................................... 15

3.1 Overview ............................................................................................................15

3.1.1 GGS ..........................................................................................................16

3.1.2 ADM .......................................................................................................... 16

3.1.3 API Utility................................................................................................... 16

3.1.4 Console Utility ........................................................................................... 16

3.2 GGS (GPRS Gateway Software) Installation .....................................................16

3.3 ADM (Administration Manager) Installation ........................................................ 21

3.4 API Utility Installation.......................................................................................... 25

3.5 Console Utility Installation ..................................................................................25

4.CONFIGURATIONS ........................................................................................................................................... 30

4.1 Local Configuration ............................................................................................ 30

4.1.1 To Run Console Utility...............................................................................30

4.1.2. To Configure Console Utility .....................................................................30

4.2 Remote Configuration ........................................................................................ 34

4.2.1 GGS Configuration....................................................................................34

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4.2.1.1 To Run GGS.....................................................................................34

4.2.1.2 To Configure GGS............................................................................ 35

4.2.2 ADM Configuration .................................................................................... 39

4.2.2.1. To Run ADM ....................................................................................39

4.2.2.2. To Configure GDT Group ................................................................40

5.TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................................................... 70

APPENDIX A: GPRS LED STATUS INDICATION DESCRIPTION ............................................................ 71

A.1 Non-Console Mode:...........................................................................................71

A.2 Console Mode: ..................................................................................................71

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1. Overview

1.1 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. Providing this fast access is the General Packet

Radio Service (GPRS).

SG6001 is designed to operate in GSM/GPRS networks. Two data services are

available in the GSM/GPRS networks: GPRS, a packet switched connection, and SMS,

a short message service.

GPRS

GPRS is an IP-based service that offers fast, packet-switched access to data networks

such as the Internet. It is a mobile service that improves the peak-time capacity of a

GSM network. GPRS gives packet-switched access over GSM to external data

networks with high peak transfer capacity. The main objective of GPRS is to offer

access to standard data networks such as TCP/IP. GPRS is a non-voice service

designed specifically for transmitting data. It breaks data messages into separate

packets for transmission from the mobile device and sends them to destinations in an

external network.

Most Internet-based application or service will run on GPRS. GPRS offers peak

throughputs of 40 Kbps (53.6 Kbps raw) because GPRS capacity is shared among

active users in the same coverage area, actual throughputs may vary.

SG6001 GPRS Serial Server

SG6001 GPRS Serial Server is a stand-alone device, enabling various kinds of legacy

devices with simple I/O and proprietary serial protocols to communicate over

GSM/GPRS network and the Internet easily and freely.

In addition to the standard GSM/GPRS modem functionality; SG6001 is supplied with

easy-to-use APIs and GPRS Gateway Software that streamline application development

process, freeing system integrators from dealing with complex communication protocols

of GPRS and the Internet.

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With versatile I/O and flexible RF modules selections, SG6001 can be easily connected

to a wide range of RS-232/422/485 equipments, making it an ideal solution for

automation, M2M (Machine-to-Machine), environmental monitoring and remote device

management. SG6001 also includes Management Software that can be used to

remotely configure, monitor, and troubleshoot the attached device.

The following picture illustrates the basic architecture of SG6001 and the related

products.

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1.2 Features

◆ GSM/GPRS modem with built-in TCP/IP stack

◆ Supports selectable RS-232/422/485 interface

◆ Built-in Watch-dog

◆ Wall-Mount, DIN-Rail design

◆ Industrial design with surge protection and optical isolation

◆ Provides GPRS Link Management

◆ Initiate GPRS Link automatically

◆ Resolve dynamic IP

◆ Automatic GPRS Connection Monitor

◆ SDK-Free with APIs and GPRS Gateway Software

◆ Built-in TCP/IP stacks

◆ Local or Remote Firmware Upgrade Over The Air (OTA)

◆ Easy update system and radio parameters OTA through an Internet-based GUI software

1.3 Benefits

◆ Connect any serial devices to GPRS and the Internet

◆ Plug-and-Play design with easy-to-use APIs for easy integration

◆ No need to build expensive fixed line network, saving cost substantially

◆ Easily manage and control distributed remote devices

◆ Reliable GPRS network connectivity, providing fast and cost-effective long-range wireless

communication

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1.4 Specifications

Functional Specifications

Power

Processor Environment

9-45 VDC Input Voltage Low power-consumption CPU Power consumption: 128KB SRAM <1.4W (GPRS on line)

GPRS Connectivity

2W (searching for GPRS) GPRS multi-slot Class 8 <360mW (Idle) GPRS mobile station Class 8

Environment

Max. 85.6 kbps (download)

Operating: -20℃〜70℃

Max. 21.4 kbps (uplink)

Storage: -30℃〜80℃

Coding Schemes: CS1, CS2, CS3, CS4 Humidity: 5-85% RH PPP-Stack

Mechanical Specifications

Serial Connectivity

SIM Card holder (3V/5V)

Single port 1200 〜 230Kbps

DB9 connector

Signal: Terminal block RS-232 DB9 cable: TxD, RxD, RTS,

CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, GND

Status LED indicator (RUN/COM/GPRS)

RS-232 Terminal block: TxD, RxD,

RTS, CTS, GND

SMA F external antenna connector

RS-422 4 Wire: TxD+, TxD-, RxD+,

RxD-, GND

Wall-mount, DIN-Rail design

RS-485 2: Wire Data+, Data-, GND Dimensions: 125x117x46 (mm)

Parity: None, Even, Odd, mark, Space Case Material: SECC sheet Metal (1mm)

Package Contents

Flow Control: Hardware CTS, RTS or Software Xon/Xoff

Data Bits: 7 or 8 Stop Bits: 1 or 2

Integrated Protocols

TCP, UDP, ICMP, PPP

Regulatory Approvals

CE, FCC

SG6001 GPRS Serial Server GPRS Antenna Power Supply Adaptor GPRS Gateway Software, API, and Console Utility Windows-based Administration Utility User’s Manual

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1.5 Package List

Before getting started, please make sure that you have the following devices and

accessories. If you find any items lost or damaged, please contact your distributor or

retailer for support and assistance.

1. SG6001 GPRS Serial Server x 1

2. Power adaptor x 1

3. Bracket x 1

4. CD-ROM disk containing drivers and user manual x 1

5. Atop GPRS Serial Server Quick Start Guide x 1

1.6 Panel

1. Antenna is where SG6001 receives and sends data through GSM/GPRS.

2. Serial port with DB9 connector allows connecting SG6001 with other device.

3. DIP switch allows switching between RS-232/Console/RS-485/RS-422.

Please refer to the table beside the switch for detailed information.

4. Another serial port with terminal block allows connecting SG6001 with other device.

5. LED status indicator displays the status of SG6001.

6. Power button is where you push on/push off SG6001

7. Power slot offers power supply via other power source.

8. DC IN jack is where you connect power supply adaptor.

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2.Hardware Installation

2.1 SIM Card Installation

a. Push the yellow button to take out the SIM card tray at the upper side of SG6001.

b. Insert SIM card into the SIM card tray. Please make sure that you place the SIM

card at the right position; otherwise, it may damage your SIM card, or it may not

work at all.

c. Push the SIM card tray into the slot. The installation is complete.

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2.2 SIM Card Check

You may check if SIM card is ready in SG6001 by two methods. Read the LED status

indicator in LED Status Indication part, or use any terminal program, such as Hyper

Terminal, to check SIM card status. The following is the default settings when using

Hyper Terminal:

Item Value

Baud rate

9600 bps

Data length

8-bit

Stop bit

1-bit

Parity

None

Flow control

hardware

Please key in the commands below to check SIM card status.

AT+CMEE=2 (enter)

OK (the response appearing on the screen)

AT+CPIN? (enter)

You may know the current status of the SIM card by reading the echo messages

you receive.

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If you receive +CPIN: READY

ÆThe SIM card does not need the PIN Code.

If you receive +CPIN: SIM PIN

ÆYou need to enter the SIM card PIN code.

If you receive +CME ERROR: “SIM not inserted”

ÆPlease check if the SIM card is properly inserted.

If you receive +CPIN: SIM PUK

ÆThe SIM card has been locked because of the SIM card PIN code setting error.

Please contact the Telecom Operator to get the PUK code, and then use the mobile

phone to unlock the SIM card.

2.3 Device Attachment

SG6001 allows connecting ONE device via either serial port with DB9 connector or serial port with

terminal block. It offers RS-232/422/485 interfaces; you need to use the DIP switch to adjust according to

your device interface. Refer to the following table or the table beside the switch for detail.

SW1 (Switch 1) SW2 (Switch 2) Mode

OFF RS-232

OFF

ON Console

OFF RS-485

ON

ON RS-422

2.4 Power Supply Installation

a. SG6001 offers two methods to connect to power supply; however, you may only

use either the 1st or 2nd method to connect power supply.

1st. You may use the power adaptor contained in the package, connecting the jack

marked DC- IN.

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2nd. Or you may use the industrial power supply to connect power supply source.

Please be careful with the voltage polarity where marked VIN- and VIN+.

b. Push power button (marked ON/OFF) to power on; push again to power off.

2.5 LED Status Indication

LED status indication can be divided into two parts:

a. Non-Console Mode

RUN COM GPRS

Flashing

System initializing

Data transmitting

1. System initializing

2. System connecting to Telecom Operator

3. SIM card error

Solid

None None GDT successfully connects to

GGS server.

OFF

None None System or GPRS error

b. Console Mode

RUN COM GPRS

*Flashing

System initializing

Data transmitting

System initializing

Solid

None None None

OFF

None None System or GPRS error

* When you power on GDT, both RUN and GPRS LEDs will keep flashing

simultaneously. It indicates that GDT is initializing. When GDT finishes initializing,

RUN and GPRS LEDs will flash alternately. Then you can start configuring your

GDT.

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For detailed descriptions about the GPRS LED status indication, please skip to the end

of the manual and check Appendix A: GPRS LED Status Indication Description

3. Software Installation

3.1 Overview

SG6001 provides several software that need to be installed in different sites. This

software help administrators easily configure, manage and monitor your GPRS system

in different levels. Please refer to the following descriptions and the architecture

illustration for further information.

*GGS: A server installed with GPRS Gateway Software.

*GDT: A GPRS Data Terminal

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3.1.1 GGS

Your PC will become a GGS server when you install GGS (GPRS Gateway Software).

GGS is a middleware to manage and maintain large amount of GDTs (GPRS Data

Terminals).

3.1.2 ADM

ADM (Administration Manager) is a graphic user interface for administrators to manage

large amount of GDTs via GGS server. It acts as a supervisor with absolute power over

the client/server architecture shown below. Administrators can configure GGS servers

as well as specific GDT or a group of GDTs with the help of ADM software.

3.1.3 API Utility

You will install API Utility before you start using APIs to develop your application system.

Note that API is a tool for you to manage a specific GDT or specified GDT group.

3.1.4 Console Utility

Console Utility allows you to set up the parameters of your GDT and read the current

settings of your GDT from your local site. To locally configure GDT, you need to run

Console Utility in your PC or notebook. After attaching DB9 cable to your GDT and

PC/Notebook, you may start setting your GDT.

3.2 GGS (GPRS Gateway Software) Installation

You need to prepare a stand-alone computer to install GGS. However, to avoid huge

traffic ensure optimal system performance, we suggest you use our GGS-9000 as the

main terminal.

To install GGS, please follow the procedure below.

1. Insert the CD-ROM into your CD drive. Wait for a few minutes for the auto play

program to run. When the main screen appears, just click on GGS. The installation

will begin.

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2. Click on Next on the installation welcome screen to continue.

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3. In the next screen, please read the information of installation folder on your computer.

The default destination folder of GGS is

C:\Program Files\M2M\GGS\

Click on Next to continue. If you want to install to a different folder, click on Change.

You may click on Back to go to the previous step, or Cancel to quit.

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4. Please read the current settings on the next screen. If you want to change these

settings, click on Back. If you want to start installation, just click on Install. You may

also click on Cancel if you want to quit.

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5. Wait for a few seconds while installation is copying files to your computer. When it is

done, click on Finish to complete the installation.

You can find a GGS icon from StartÆProgramsÆM2M, or from C:\Program

Files\M2M\GGS. Click on the icon to run GGS on your computer

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3.3 ADM (Administration Manager) Installation

ADM can be installed on any desktop or notebook.

To install ADM, please follow the procedure below.

1. Insert the CD-ROM into your CD drive. Wait for a few minutes for the auto play

program to run. When the main screen appears, just click on ADM. The installation

will begin.

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2. Click on Next on the installation welcome screen to continue.

3. In the next screen, please read the information of installation folder on your computer.

The default destination folder of ADM is

C:\Program Files\M2M\ADM\

Click on Next to continue. If you want to install to a different folder, click on Change.

You may click on Back to go to the previous step, or Cancel to quit.

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4. Please read the current settings on the next screen. If you want to change these

settings, click on Back. If you want to start installation, just click on Install. You may

also click on Cancel if you want to quit.

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5. Wait for a few seconds while installation is copying files to your computer. When it is

done, click Finish to complete the installation.

You can find an ADM icon from StartÆProgramsÆM2M, or from C:\Program

Files\M2M\ADM. Click on the icon to run ADM on your computer.

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3.4 API Utility Installation

API (Application Programming Interface) Utility is a tool implemented on application

sites to communicate with GDT. It is mainly used to develop application programs and

cooperate with GDTs. For detailed information on installation and configuration, please

refer to API Reference Guide in the CD-ROM.

3.5 Console Utility Installation

Before running Console Utility, please prepare an RS-232 cable for null modem to

connect your desktop to the GDT you want to configure. To install Console Utility,

please follow the procedures below.

1. Insert the CD-ROM into your CD drive. Wait for a few minutes for the auto play

program to run. When the main screen appears, just click on Console Utility. The

installation will begin.

2. Click on Next on the installation welcome screen to continue.

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3. In the next screen, please read the information of the installation folder on your

computer. The default destination folder of Console Utility is

C:\Program Files\M2M\Console\

Click on Next to continue. If you want to install to a different folder, click on Change.

You may click on Back to go to the previous step, or Cancel to quit.

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4. Please read the current settings on the next screen. If you want to change these

settings, click on Back. If you want to start installation, just click on Install. You may

also click on Cancel if you want to quit.

5. Wait for a few seconds while installation is copying files to your computer. When it is

done, click Finish to complete the installation.

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6. You can find a Console Utility icon from StartÆProgramsÆM2M, or from

C:\Program Files\M2M\Console. Click on the icon to run Console Utility on your

computer.

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4.Configurations

4.1 Local Configuration

SG6001 provides Console Utility, allowing you to configure and view the current GDT

settings. Before configuring, you need to prepare an RS-232 cable for null modem to

connect your PC with the GDT you want to configure. Power on the GDT and then follow the

procedures below to start configuration.

4.1.1 To Run Console Utility

You can find the Console Utility icon from StartÆProgramsÆM2M, or from

C:\Program Files\M2M\Console. Click on the icon to run Console Utility.

4.1.2. To Configure Console Utility

1. When Console Utility is run, you can see the main screen below.

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In COMPort Number field, enter the correct number. (The default value is 1) Click on

Open COM Port.

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2. Wait for a few seconds. A new small screen will appear, indicating that you have

entered the correct port number. Click on OK to continue.

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3. In the next screen, you can view the default value of each field. You may change the

information according to your device. When all information is entered, click on Write

Configuration. A new screen will appear, showing GOT ACT. It indicates that new

configuration has been written. Click on OK to continue.

If new configuration has not been written into your GDT, a new screen showing NO

ACK will appear. Please check the connection between GDT and your computer. Make

sure that you use an RS-232 cable for NULL MODEM instead of the general RS-232

cable.

4. If you want to view the current settings, click on Clear field data first, and then click

on Read Configuration. Wait for a few minutes, you can read the latest settings of

the GDT.

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5. When finished, click on the cross sign at the right upper side of the Console Utility

screen to leave.

4.2 Remote Configuration

You may utilize remote configuration through GGS and ADM on remote sites.

Please refer to the following parts and learn more about how to configure,

manage and monitor GGS, ADM and GDTs.

4.2.1 GGS Configuration

4.2.1.1 To Run GGS

You can find an ADM icon from StartÆProgramsÆM2M, or from C:\Program

Files\M2M\GGS. Click on the icon to run GGS on your computer. The main screen will

appear. When you see this screen, it means GGS Server has been successfully run.

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You may click on OK and it will be minimized and show as a small icon on the right

bottom side of the toolbar. Double-click on the icon, it will appear on your screen again.

4.2.1.2 To Configure GGS

Right-click on the screen of GGS, a main menu will appear, allowing you to configure

GGS. Please read the following descriptions.

A. Reset

Select Reset, you have two options on the screen. If you select ADM, all ADMs

connecting to this GGS server will be disconnected. If you select ALL, all connections

(e.g. connections from ADM or AP sites) to this GGS server will be disconnected.

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B. Where is ADM?

Select Where is ADM? you can know the source of the current ADM connecting to this

GGS server. On the small screen, just click on OK to finish. If there is no any connection

from ADM to this GGS server, another small screen will show No Connection! Click on

OK to finish.

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C. Exit

Select Exit, the GGS will be terminated. All ADMs connecting to the GGS server will

also be disconnected. If you want to run GGS again, click on GGS icon.

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4.2.2 ADM Configuration

When ADM has been installed, you need to run ADM and then start configuration.

Administrators may use this tool to configure, manage and monitor GDTs with its

privileged authority.

4.2.2.1. To Run ADM

You can find an ADM icon from StartÆProgramsÆM2M, or from C:\Program

Files\M2M\ADM. Click on the icon to run ADM on your computer. A Login screen will

appear. Type the IP Address and password of GGS Server. The default password is 『12345abcd!』.

Please note that only ONE ADM can connect to GGS. When one ADM has successfully

connected to GGS, the connections to the same GGS from other ADM will fail.

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When it has successfully connected to GGS, a new screen will appear. Please refer to

the following picture for the description of each part.

GGS Server IP Address appears on the top of the screen.

GDT Group Name refers to the name of the GDT Group. Default Group is

automatically generated by the program.

GDT will appear on the right side of the screen once any GDT is added and successfully

connected. When there is no GDT found, this part will appear blank.

GGS Connection Status appears at the bottom of the screen. A yellow sign with On

Line indicates that it has successfully connected to the GGS. A cross sign with Off Line

indicates that it is disconnected to the GGS. Please note that there is no time limit for

idle. Once your ADM connects to GGS, it keeps connecting until you select Exit (right-

click on GGS) to leave ADM.

4.2.2.2. To Configure GDT Group

A. To ADD a New GDT Group

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Right-click on GGS, select New GDT Group.

In the new screen, enter the name you want for the new GDT Group. Meanwhile, you

may change the password for the new Group. Please note that this password is mainly

used at AP site when an administrator can control the GDTs belonging to this group.

However, the ADM administrators can change the password once they can access GGS

Server, as they own the most privileged authority. You may also type description about

this group. Click on Save to complete, or Cancel to quit.

Click on OK to complete the addition.

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When a new group is added, you can find the new under the GGS on the screen.

B. To Modify GGS Password

Right-click on GGS, select Modify GGS Password.

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In the next screen, just type old password, new password and then retype new

password in the relative fields. When ready, click on Save, or Cancel to quit. If there is

anything wrong with your passwords, an error message will appear. Please enter the

passwords again, and then click on Save.

C. To Export GDT Configuration

Right-click on GGS, select Export GGS Configuration.

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Select the folder where you want to save your GDT configuration, and choose a file

name for the configuration. Click on Save to export GDT configuration.

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D. To Import GDT Configuration

Right-click on GGS, select Import GGS Configuration.

Select the folder where you want to import the GDT configuration. Click on Open. You

may use this file to recover the configuration.

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E.

To Connect to Other GGS

Right-click on GGS, select Connect to Other GGS.

A new login screen will appear. Just type the IP Address and password to

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connect to the new GGS.

F. To Refresh GGS

Right-click on GGS, select Refresh. You can see the latest status of GDT Group and

GDTs.

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G. To Leave GGS

Right-click on GGS, select Exit to leave GGS and terminate ADM.

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H. To Add New GDT to a GDT Group

Right-click on the GDT Group where you want to add new GDT to. For example, if you

want to add new GDT to Group2, just right-click on Group2, and then select New GDT.

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A GDT Configuration screen will appear. You need to enter the relative information.

Please note that fields with an asterisk are required.

S/N: Enter the serial number of the GDT. You can find it on the product label. This serial

number is used to ensure that this GDT is unique and it can avoid network collision.

Please enter the correct serial number.

ID: The default value is “00000”. You may change as you want.

Alias: You may enter an alias for your GDT. If you do so, it will display on the ADM

screen with the alias. If you do not, the GDT will be shown with the name of S/N+ID. For

example, it could be 4760L00000 on the ADM screen.

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Password: Enter the password for the GDT.

GGS: Enter the IP Address or Domain Name of the GGS Server.

DNS: If you enter the Domain Name in the field of GGS, you need to provide a Domain

Name Server here, or the Domain Name of the GGS cannot be interpreted. If you

provide IP Address in GGS field, you may leave DNS field empty.

GDT Group: Choose a GDT Group from the drop-down menu.

GPS Interval: Choose the interval for GPS to send information. The default value is 30

seconds.

SOS Tel: Enter the telephone number for emergency

APN: Enter the APN code of the Telecom Operator.

PIN: Enter the PIN number.

SIM: Enter the SIM card number.

GSM/PCS Band: Select between 900/1800 and 850/1900.

Dial UP: Choose the dial up number

ID: Enter the ID

Password: Enter the password for dial up.

Baud Rate: The default value is 9600. Please select according to your device.

Data/Stop Bits: The default value is 8/1. Please select according to your device.

Parity Bits: The default value is none. Please select according to your device.

Description: You may type the description as a remark for the GDT.

When all required information is entered, click on Save to add new GDT.

You may repeat the whole procedure to add new GDT to the GDT group.

When adding new GDT is complete, you may see the current status from GGS screen.

For example, there is one GDT in Group2 in the following screen.

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Meanwhile, the status for each GDT Group and GDT will be displayed in different colors.

Please refer to the following tables.

GDT Group

Color Status

Green online Red offline

GDT

Color Status

Green online Yellow offline Red SOS Blue new-added (inactive)

When a new GDT is added to a GDT Group, it is in the “inactive” status. You need to

activate the GDT so that GDT can work. Please refer to To Activate GDT in the later

part of the user’s manual.

I. To Broadcast Message to GDTs

Right-click on the GDT Group, select Broadcast Message.

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A new screen will appear. Enter the message you want to send, and then click on Send.

The message will be broadcast to all GDTs in the same group.

J. To Update GDT Group

Right-click on the GDT Group you want to update, select Update GDT Group.

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In the next screen, type the name, password and description of the Group. Click on

Save to update the Group.

When GDT Group update completes, click on OK to finish.

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K. To Delete GDT Group

Right-click on the GDT Group you want to delete, select Delete GDT Group.

In the confirmation screen, select (Y) to delete the GDT Group.

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4.2.3. To Configure GDT

A. To Refresh GDT

Right-click on the GDT or any place at the right part of the screen, and then select

Refresh. You can see the latest status of the GDT.

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B. To Select View Style

Right-click on any GDT and then select View Style. You may select to view GDT by Big

Icon or Small Icon.

C. To Select Sort Type

Right-click on any GDT and then select Sort Type. You may choose to sort GDT by

Name or Status.

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D. To Update GDT

Right-click on the GDT you want to update and then select Update.

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The GDT Configuration screen will appear. You need to enter the relative information to

update GDT. Please note that fields with an asterisk are required.

S/N: Enter the serial number of the GDT. You can find it on the product label. This serial

number is used to ensure that this GDT is unique and it can avoid network collision.

Please enter the correct serial number.

ID: The default value is “00000”. You may change as you want.

Alias: You may enter an alias for your GDT. If you do so, it will display on the ADM

screen with the alias. If you do not, the GDT will be shown with the name of S/N+ID. For

example, it could be 4760L00000 on the ADM screen.

Password: Enter the password for the GDT.

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GGS: Enter the IP Address or Domain Name of the GGS Server.

DNS: If you enter the Domain Name in the field of GGS, you need to provide a Domain

Name Server here, or the Domain Name of the GGS cannot be interpreted. If you

provide IP Address in GGS field, you may leave DNS field empty.

GDT Group: Choose a GDT Group from the drop-down menu.

GPS Interval: Choose the interval for GPS to send information. The default value is 30

seconds.

SOS Tel: Enter the telephone number for emergency

APN: Enter the APN code of the communication company.

PIN: Enter the PIN number.

SIM: Enter the SIM card number.

GSM/PCS Band: Select between 900/1800 and 850/1900.

Dial UP: Choose the dial up number

ID: Enter the ID

Password: Enter the password for dial up.

Baud Rate: The default value is 9600. Please select according to your device.

Data/Stop Bits: The default value is 8/1. Please select according to your device.

Parity Bits: The default value is None. Please select according to your device.

Description: You may type the description as a remark for the GDT.

When all required information is entered, click on Save to update the GDT.

You may repeat the whole procedure to update different GDTs.

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E. To Delete GDT

Right-click on the GDT you want to delete and then select Delete.

.

In the confirmation screen, select (Y) to delete the GDT Group.

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F. To Copy and Paste GDT

Right-click on the GDT you want to copy and then select Copy.

Then select Paste to replicate the GDT to the GDT group.

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G. To Activate GDT

Right-click on the GDT you want to activate and select Active.

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A new screen will appear. If you want to download GDT Configuration by console, just

press Yes. You need to use a RS-232 cable to connect to the GDT. Then select COM

port, click on OK to continue. If you already have configured the GDT, just press No in

Active Mode screen. Then type the serial number of the GDT in the field, and then press

OK to continue.

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H. To Upgrade GDT

Right-click on the GDT you want to upgrade then select Upgrade. You may upgrade via

either GPRS or RS-232. When the GDT is in offline status, you can only upgrade

through RS-232.

If you choose GPRS, you need to select the file and then click on Open to start

upgrading firmware of the GDT.

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A new screen will appear. You can see the status of the firmware upgrade via GPRS.

If you choose RS-232, you need to connect ADM to the GDT with a RS-232 cable. Then

select COM port, and press OK to start upgrading.

A new screen will appear. You can see the status of the firmware upgrade via RS-

232.

I. To View Data Monitor

Right-click on the GDT and then select Monitor.

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Data Monitor screen will appear. You may use this screen to monitor the GDT by

viewing data transmission. You may type the data you want to send to GDT, and then

press Send to COM, the data will be shown to the GDT.

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J. To Reconnect GDT

Right-click on the GDT you want to reconnect and then select ReConnect.

The GDT you select will disconnect first and then reconnect to the GG

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5.Troubleshooting

Q: When SG6001 does not successfully connect to GPRS, the GPRS LED always flashes, why?

A: Please check

1. If GPRS antenna is properly installed.

2. If the APN name, PPP name, PPP password, server IP address are correct. If the problem still exists, please directly contact your distributor or retailer for support.

Q: When GGS prompts me to reconnect again in ADM, I just can’t connect to GGS even though I follow the instruction. What can I do?

A: Please check GGS server as it may be shut down or a GGS server system error

occurs. Or ADM may be disconnected due to another new connection to the GGS server. If it is the case, wait for a moment and then connect again.

Q: When I use an RS-232 cable to connect my computer with the GDT, I just can’t get any response.

A: Please check the RS-232 cable. You MUST use the RS-232 cable for NULL MODEM;

otherwise, the connection will fail. Meanwhile, please make sure that you connect your computer with the GDT well. Any improper connection will cause failure. For example, the pin of the RS-232 may be damaged; change a new cable instead.

Q: When I right-click on GDT in ADM, why can’t I find all options of the GDT?

A: Please left-click on GDT and then right-click on GDT again. All options for GDT will

appear.

Q: My ADM tries to connect GGS, however it always fails and no error message can be found. What should I do?

A: There are several possibilities for this situation. First, there might have already other

ADM which has successfully connected to the same GGS. You have to wait until the existing ADM stops connecting so you can connect the GGS. Second, you have to check the network connection status, such as Ethernet cable, RJ-45 jack. Third, make sure you have the correct GGS IP Address. Please directly contact MIS for support and assistance.

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Appendix A: GPRS LED Status Indication Description A.1 Non-Console Mode:

1. When GDT is powered on, it starts initializing. GPRS LED will be on for 100ms (minisecond) and off for 900ms.

2. When GDT is connecting to Telecom Operator, GPRS LED will be on for 800ms and off for 200ms.

3. When GDT has successfully connected to GGS server, GPRS LED will be permanently on and remain red.

4. When GDT encounters problems such as SIM card error, PIN code error, GPRS LED will be on for 100ms and off for 100ms.

5. When GDT encounters problems such as GDT error or GPRS system error, GPRS LED will be permanently off.

A.2 Console Mode:

1. When GDT is powered on, it starts initializing. Both RUN and GPRS LEDs will be on for 1 second and off for 1 second.

2. When it finishes initializing, both RUN and GPRS LEDs will keep flashing alternately for 1 second. You can start configuring now.

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