B&B Electronics VFG9000-CEL Quick Start Guide

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GSM/GPRS CELLULAR MODEM OPTION CARD FOR VLINX FIELDBUS
GATEWAY

 CONFIGURED USING VLINX FIELDBUS GATEWAY MANAGER

 INSTALLS INSIDE A FIELDBUS GATEWAY

 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION HARDWARE ARE INCLUDED

WITH CARD

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The VFG9000-CEL option card allows the user to add GSM/GPRS cellular
modem capability to their Fieldbus Gateway. GSM/GPRS is the most prevalent
cellular technology in today’s markets. GPRS can be used for services such as
Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) access, Short Message Service (SMS),
and for Internet communication services such as email and World Wide Web
access. The VFG9000-CEL modem option card is quad-band, allowing it to
work in frequencies across the Americas, Europe and Asia. US and Canada
work in the 850/1900 MHz bands, while Europe, Middle East, Africa and most
of Asia work in the 900/1800 MHz GSM/GPRS frequencies.

The VFG9000-CEL requires the addition of a SIM (Subscriber Identity
Module) card, which is inserted into the holder prior to installation of the
VFG9000-CEL card. The SIM card securely stores the service-subscriber key
(IMSI) used to identify a subscriber, and is used to connect to the network to
obtain an IP address from the provider.

The VFG9000-CEL communication card is easily installed by removing the
blank expansion port cover of your Fieldbus Gateway, and plugging the
VFG9000-CEL card into the expansion port. Configuration is simple using
B&B Electronics’ free Fieldbus Gateway Manager software.

SAFETY SUMMARY

All safety related regulations, local codes and instructions that appear in the
literature or on equipment must be observed to ensure personal safety and to
prevent damage to either the instrument or equipment connected to it. If
equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.

Do not use the controller to directly command motors, valves, or other
actuators not equipped with safeguards. To do so can be potentially harmful to
persons or equipment in the event of a fault to the controller.

CAUTION: Risk of Danger.

Read complete instructions prior to

installation and operation of the unit.

SPECIFICATIONS

1. POWER REQUIREMENTS: 24 V @ 125 mA max. Power is supplied to
the option card from the main board of the Fieldbus Gateway.

2. ANTENNA CONNECTOR:
SMA Female connector requires:

50 Ohm antenna with SMA male connector
Quad-band antenna (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) for global support.
Dual-band (850/1900 MHz) antenna for US and Canada only
Dual band (900/1800 MHz) for Europe only

The antenna cable should be 50 Ω impedance, RG178/U or RG174/U type

and be able to connect to the RSMA (Male) jack bulkhead. The antenna
could be horizontal, vertical or right angled. Longer antenna cable would
equate to signal loss.

This device is intended for connection to an antenna mounted within the

building or a UL certified enclosure suitably rated for application.

3. CERTIFICATIONS AND COMPLIANCES:
Refer to main unit manual or “Agency Approvals” section of B&B

Electronics’ website for agency certifications.

ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY

Emissions and Immunity to EN 61326: Electrical Equipment for

Measurement, Control and Laboratory use.

Reference Fieldbus Gateway unit for EMC specifications

The VFG9000-CEL option card has been tested and found to comply with the

limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.

4. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Refer to the specifications of the Fieldbus Gateway you are installing this

card in.

5. CONSTRUCTION: For indoor use only. Installation Category II, Pollution
Degree 2.

6. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS: See “Installing the VFG9000-CEL
Option card” for more details.

7. WEIGHT: 3.2 oz (94.64g)

WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - SUBSTITUTION OF
COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS I,
DIVISION 2

THIS EQUIPMENT IS SUITABLE FOR USE IN CLASS I,
DIVISION 2, GROUPS A, B, C, D, OR NON-HAZARDOUS
LOCATIONS ONLY

CONTENTS OF PACKAGE

- VFG9000-CEL option card

- This hardware bulletin

ORDERING INFORMATION

DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER

GSM/GPRS Cell Modem Option Card for Fieldbus Gateway VFG9000-CEL

Quad band GSM/GPRS Cellular antenna

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QANT00 is a 6 inch direct mount Quad-band antenna.

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QANT00

INSTALLING THE VFG9000-CEL OPTION CARD

The first step is to buy a SIM Card from one of the GSM/GPRS providers and
insert it into the SIM Card slot of the option card. The SIM Card slot is the
rectangular slot on top of the GSM/GPRS Cellular Modem in the VFG9000­CEL option card as shown in Figure 1. See SIM Card details in the Software/
Unit Operation Section for more details.

1. Remove power from the unit.

2. Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver into the slot at the top of the expansion port

cover. Gently apply pressure on the screwdriver in an upward direction until

the expansion port cover disengages from the unit as shown in Figure 2.

3. Verify that the option card knobs are in the “unlocked” position as shown in

Figure 3.

4. Carefully insert the option card into the expansion port opening while

aligning the card-edge connector on the option card with the main board's

header, as shown in Figure 4. Once aligned, gently press on the front of the

card until it is flush with the front of the case.

5. Turn the option card knobs to the locked position as shown in Figure 5.

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Caution: The expansion and main circuit boards contain static
sensitive components. Before handling the cards, discharge static
charges from your body by touching a grounded bare metal object.
Ideally, handle the cards at a static controlled clean workstation.
Also, handle the cards by the edges only. Dirt, oil, or other
contaminants that may contact the cards can adversely affect circuit
operation.

Warning: Risk of Danger: Be sure to remove all power before

removing the expansion port cover.

WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - DO NOT DISCONNECT
EQUIPMENT UNLESS POWER HAS BEEN SWITCHED OFF OR
AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON-HAZARDOUS.

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Figure 3

THE OPTION CARD LABEL

Place the option card label on your outer plastic cover of the

Fieldbus Gateway. The label displays the FCC ID of the particular
modem being used in the VFG9000-CEL card.

Figure 4

Figure 5

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