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Vanguard Cellular Data Modem & IP Router Series

User Manual 001-7200-100 Revision 0; June 2011

Vanguard Cellular Data Modem & IP Router Series

User Manual 001-7200-100 Revision 0; June 2011

CalAmp reserves the right to modify the equipment, its specification or this manual without prior notice, in the interest of improving performance, reliability, or servicing. At the time of publication all data is correct for the operation of the equipment at the voltage and/or temperature referred to. Performance data indicates typical values related to the particular product.

No part of this documentation or information supplied may be divulged to any third party without the express written consent of CalAmp. Products offered may contain software which is proprietary to CalAmp. The offer or supply of these products and services does not include or infer any transfer of ownership.

Modem Use

The Vanguard Series modems are designed and intended for use in fixed and mobile applications. “Fixed” assumes the device is physically secured at one location and not easily moved to another location. Please keep the cellular antenna at a safe distance from your head and body while the modem is in use.

Important

Maintain a distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches) between the transmitter’s antenna and any person while in use. This modem is designed for use in applications that observe the 20 cm separation distance.

Interference Issues

Avoid possible radio frequency (RF) interference by following these guidelines:

 The use of cellular telephones or devices in aircraft is illegal. Use in aircraft may endanger operation and disrupt

the cellular network. Failure to observe this restriction may result in suspension or denial of cellular services to the offender, legal action or both.

 Do not operate in the vicinity of gasoline or diesel-fuel pumps unless use has been approved and authorized.  Do not operate in locations where medical equipment that the device could interfere with may b e in use.  Do not operate in fuel depots, chemical plants, or blasting areas unless use has been approved and authorized.  Use care if operating in the vicinity of protected personal medical devices, i.e., hearing aids and pacemakers.  Operation in the presence of other electronic equipment may cause interference if equipment is incorrectly

protected. Follow recommendations for installation from equipment manufacturers.

Mobile Application Safety

 Do not change parameters or perform other maintenance of the 882 GSM Series modem while driving.  Road safety is crucial. Observe National Regulations for cellular telephones and devices in vehicles.

 Avoid potential interference with vehicle electronics by correctly installing the 882 GSM Series modem. CalAmp

recommends installation by a professional.

Revision History

2011 June Initial Release

Table of Contents

1 Product Overview ................................................................................................................................................................ 6

1.1 Module Identification ................................................................................................................................................. 6

1.2 Features and Benefits................................................................................................................................................. 6

1.3 General Specifications ................................................................................................................................................ 7

1.4 Mechanical Specifications .......................................................................................................................................... 8

1.5 Order Informaiton ...................................................................................................................................................... 8

1.6 External Connectors ................................................................................................................................................. 10

1.7 Antenna .................................................................................................................................................................... 11

1.8 RS-232 Serial Port Integration Parameters .............................................................................................................. 12

1.8.1 ODP (Open Developers Platform) over RS-232 .................................................................................................... 12

2 Getting Started .................................................................................................................................................................. 13

2.1 Package Contents ..................................................................................................................................................... 13

2.2 Device Connections .................................................................................................................................................. 13

2.3 LAN Configuration .................................................................................................................................................... 13

2.4 Cellular connections ................................................................................................................................................. 14

2.4.1 GSM Users ............................................................................................................................................................ 14

2.4.2 CDMA Users ......................................................................................................................................................... 14

3 Vanguard Web Interface .................................................................................................................................................... 15

3.1 Unit Status ................................................................................................................................................................ 15

3.1.1 Status ................................................................................................................................................................... 15

3.1.2 Basic Settings ....................................................................................................................................................... 20

3.2 SIM Settings (GSM MODELS ONLY) .......................................................................................................................... 21

3.2.1 Enabling PIN Security ........................................................................................................................................... 21

3.2.2 PIN security options ............................................................................................................................................. 22

3.3 Provisioning (CDMA MODELS ONLY) ........................................................................................................................ 24

3.3.1 Verizon Wireless provisioning Information (OTASP) ........................................................................................... 24

3.3.2 Sprint provisioning information (OMA-DM) ........................................................................................................ 24

3.3.3 Advanced Settings ................................................................................................................................................ 27

3.4 Cell Connection ........................................................................................................................................................ 29

3.4.1 Dial Settings ......................................................................................................................................................... 29

3.4.2 System Monitor ................................................................................................................................................... 31

3.4.3 Dynamic DNS ........................................................................................................................................................ 34

3.5 LAN Settings ............................................................................................................................................................. 35

3.5.1 MAC Filtering ....................................................................................................................................................... 39

3.6 Router ....................................................................................................................................................................... 40

3.6.1 Port Forwarding ................................................................................................................................................... 40

3.6.2 Static Routes ........................................................................................................................................................ 42

3.7 VPN ........................................................................................................................................................................... 43

3.7.1 PPTP ..................................................................................................................................................................... 44

3.7.2 IPSec ..................................................................................................................................................................... 45

3.7.3 GRE ....................................................................................................................................................................... 48

3.8 Serial ......................................................................................................................................................................... 49

3.8.1 External Serial ...................................................................................................................................................... 49

3.8.2 Internal Serial ....................................................................................................................................................... 54

3.9 Diagnostics ............................................................................................................................................................... 55

3.9.1 SNMP ................................................................................................................................................................... 55

3.9.2 Logging ................................................................................................................................................................. 57

3.10 I/O Settings ............................................................................................................................................................... 58

3.10.1 Status ............................................................................................................................................................... 58

3.10.2 Settings ............................................................................................................................................................ 60

3.10.3 Labels ............................................................................................................................................................... 61

3.11 Firmware Update ..................................................................................................................................................... 62

4 Service and Support ........................................................................................................................................................... 65

Appendix A – Abbreviations ...................................................................................................................................................... 66

Appendix B – Warranty Statement ............................................................................................................................................ 67

Figure 1 CDMA Module Idenficiation Label

Figure 2 GSM Module Idenficiation Label

1 PROD U C T OVERVIEW

The Vanguard Series from CalAmp is the ideal solution for a wide range of cellular data network serial and Ethernet connectivity requirements.

CDMA models feature EV-DO Rev A speeds with data rates up to 3.1 Mbps downlink and 1.8 Mbps uplink and are backward compatible to EV-DO Rev 0 and 1xRTT dependant on carrier service availability. This occurs automatically to the level of service available. Dual Band Digital CDMA 800 MHz and CDMA PCS 1900 MHz models supports packet-switched services.

GSM models feature Tri-Band UMTS/HSUPA (850/1900/2100) and Quad-Band GSM/GPRS network support with data rates up to 7.2 Mbps downlink and 2.0 Mbps uplink for HSPA and are backwared compatible to HSUPA, HSDPA, EDGE and GPRS dependent on carrier service availability.

1.1 MODULE IDENT I F I C A T ION

The module identification label can be found on the bottom of your Vanguard device. This label contains the product part number, the serial number, FCC and IC IDs as well as carrier specific information that will be required when activating your data account.

CDMA module identification labels contain the device ESN numbers. This number is required by your cellular carrier when activating your data contract. The ESN number is provided in both decimal and Hex formats. The format required for activation is carrier dependent.

GSM module identification lables contain an International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number shown in decimal format. This number is used by the GSM network only to identify and validate the device. It has no permanent or semipermanent relation to the subscriber.

1.2 FEATURES AND B E N E F ITS

 Supports Dynamic or Static IP

 Inbound and Outbound Ethernet Routing  DHCP Server and Inbound port mapping/translation (Port Forwarding)  Firewall configuration for increased network security  Diversity antenna port/auxiliary port for increased receive sensitivity  Local or remote configuration using HTML web server

Interface Connectors

RS-232 DE-9S Connector (DCE female) 10/100 Base-T Full Duplex (Dual) 10 Pin I/O Port USB Client port

Power Connector

Molex 43045-4000 MicroFit 3.0, 4 pin header

LED Indicators

RSSI, SVC, NET, GPS, AUX

Antenna Interface

Primary Antenna 50-ohm SMA Female Diversity Antenna 50-ohm SMA Female GPS Antenna 50-ohm, 3.3V SMA Female WiFi Antenna 50-ohm RP-SMA Plug

Size

4.5 (L) x 6.0 (W) x 1.9(H) inches (11.4 x 15.2 x 4.8 cm)

Weight

1.94lb (0.88 kg)

Power Input

9-28 VDC

Maximum TX Power

CDMA 25 dBm GSM/EDGE 33 dBm UMTS 24 dBm

Rx Sensitivity

CDMA >-107 dBm GSM/EDGE >-105 dBm UMTS >-109 dBm

Frequencies

Cellular: TX: 824-849 MHz; Rx: 869-894 MHz PCS: TX: 1850-1910 MHz; Rx: 1930-1990 MHz

Temperature

Operating: -30°C to +70°C 100% duty cycle. Note: Cellular TX power may be reduced outside this range; Storage: -40° to +85°C (-40° to +185°F)

Emissions

FCC Part 15b

Transport Protocols

UDP/TCP

Command Protocol

Web Interface

 TCP/IP Packet assembler and dis-assembler for serial connected devices  Inbound IP termination with Static IP  Modem Domain Names with Dynamic DNS  Embedded Linux on ARM 9 processor  Internet access and web browsing via Ethernet connector  VPN support  On-board 1.8/3V SIM socket (Active only for GSM Models)

1.3 GENERAL SPECIF I C A T IONS

Product specifications are subject to change without notice.

Carrier Options

STANDARD MODELS

ADD GPS

ADD GPS + WI-FI

EVDO

VERIZON

140-7221-000

140-7221-010

140-7221-110

EVDO

SPRINT

140-7223-000

140-7223-010

140-7223-110

EVDO

BELL MOBILITY

140-7225-000

140-7225-010

140-7225-110

HSPA

AT&T

140-7202-000

140-7202-010

140-7202-110

HSPA

TELSTRA

140-7207-000

140-7207-010

140-7207-110

HSPA

GSM CARRIERS

140-7206-000

140-7206-010

140-7206-110

1.4 MECHANICAL SPE C I F ICATIO N S

The following section describes in detail the exterior dimensions of the 882 GSM Series modems and how to utilize the mounting flanges to secure the modem to any surface, which can be drilled for such a purpose. The drawings may be used as layout reference, but it is advised that a physical comparison be made to the modem before proceeding with the mounting process.

Figure 3 Vanguard Mechanical Drawing

1.5 ORDER INFORMAITO N

Table 1 shows the available order options and the part numbers required for ordering Vanguard modems.

Table 1 - Vanguard Order Information

Vanguard Accessories

ACC-ANTN-RBD 4” Rubber Duck Antenna

ACC-ANTN-MAG 3” Mag Mount Antenna

ACC-PWSP-ML2 110 VAC Input Power

ACC-PWDC-MLX DC Power Cable

ACC-CABL-SER DB-9 Serial Cable

ACC-CABL-ETH 7’ Ethernet cable

Table 2 - Vanguard Accessories

1.6 EXTERNAL CONNECT ORS

This section describes the external connectors for the Vanguard modem.

 Figure 4 shows the front panel connections for Standard (Fixed) models.  Figure 5 shows the front panel connections for Mobile models with GPS and WiFi.  Figure 6 shows the rear panel for all models. 

 Table 3 describes these connections.

Figure 5 Front Panel Mobile Models with GPS and WiFi

Figure 4 Front Panel Standard Models

Figure 6 Rear Panel Connections

Panel Indicator

Connection

Description

COM

RS-232

Serial to IP conversion use

ANT

SMA

Primary RF Antenna

AUX (Figure 4)

SMA

Cellular Diversity or Cellular/GPS combination antenna

AUX (Figure 5)

RP-SMA

Wi-Fi antenna

GPS

SMA

GPS Antenna

DIV

SMA

Cellular Diversity Antenna

LAN 1, LAN 2

RJ-45

Interface for Ethernet connection to devices

SIM/SVC

USB Mini

Available for CalAmp Support Use Only

RESET

Hold for one second to reset unit. If held for at least 4 sec, unit will reconfigure to factory default settings.

PWR Jack

Molex 43025-0400; Power – bottom pins; I/O – top pins

Interface for power plug (9-28VDC) Interface for Input and Output control lines; ODP use only.

SIM/SVC

SIM Card socket

Interface for SIM card. Your wireless service provider will supply the SIM card with your wireless service contract.

Function

Off

Green

Flash Green

Red

Flash Red

Amber

Flash Amber

RSSI

Strong

Weak/None

Medium

SVC 3G

3G/NC

2G/NC

NET

No Connectivity

RX Data

TX Data

RX/TX

GPS

Disabled

Fix

No Fix

Aux

Disabled

Good

Failed

Table 3 – External Connectors

Table 4 – Status LEDs

 If SVC is solid, then modem is connected to internet. If flashing, the modem is trying to connect to the network.  Net indicates direction of data.  Aux refers to WiFi in mobile models.

The LEDs act different than the table at boot. The boot sequence is: All Red, All Amber, All Green, All Flash Green 3 times. Boot sequence is complete.

1.7 ANT ENNA

Primary antenna connections are SMA female connectors and must be used with antenna with SMA male connectors. When using a direct mount or rubber duck antenna, choose the antenna specific to your band requirements. Mounting options and cable lengths are user’s choice and application specific.

The AUX antenna connector is installed on all standard models and can be used for Diversity or True GPS. The diversity port supports three bands, Cellular (850 MHZ), PCS(1900 MHZ), and GPS(1575 MHZ). Connect a dual band cellular antenna to this port to implement RX diversity on the unit and increase receive sensitivity on the cellular network. Connect a GPS

Table 5 – Standard RS-232 DE-9 Pin out

Name

Direction

Description

CD ← Carrier Detect

RX ← Receive Daa

TX → Transmit Data

DTR → Data Terminal Ready

GND

System Ground

DSR ← Data Set Ready

RTS → Request to Send

CTS ← Clear to Send

RI ← Ring Indicator

Note: Direction is DTE relative DCE

Table 6 – Default RS-232 Communication Parameters

Bits Per Second

115,200

Data Bits

Parity

None

Stop Bits

Flow Control

None

Figure 7 DE-9 Connectors

antenna, with an average gain >-5dBi, if using the GPS functionality. If both RX diversity and GPS are required, install a Cellular/GPS combo antenna.

This device is configured with default settings and is ready to be configured via HTML. Some configurations may be set using AT commands. Refer to Section XX for AT Commands using the Serial Port.

1.8 RS-232 SERIAL P O R T INTE G R ATION PARAMETE R S

Table 5 provides the serial cable design information to integrate the Vanguard modem into your system. Table 6 gives the default RS-232 communication parameters.

1.8.1 ODP (OPE N D EVELOPERS P LATFORM) OVER R S-232

This device includes the Open Developers Platform (ODP), which permits customers to develop their own Linux based

applications which run on the modem’s ARM9 (AT91RM9200) processor. The customer’s application can utilize the external

RS-232 port, and or an internal 3 pin (GND, RXD, TXD) RS-232 port and is able to transfer data over the cellular WAN using the linux socket libraries. The Vanguard firmware also supports an API that allows the customer’s application to access diagnostic data from the cell module such as connection status and RSSI. More information and support is provided by CalAmp’s Applications Engineering organization.

2 GET T ING STARTED

2.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS

 Vanguard Modem  Power Cable  Information Card

2.2 DEVICE CONNECT I O N S

1. (GSM Users) Insert the SIM card into the SIM/SVC slot as shown.

2. Connect an antenna to the ANT connector on the front panel of the Vanguard modem.

3. Connect an Ethernet cable into the LAN 1 port and plug the other end into the network port of your PC.

4. Connect the Power Adapter to the modem PWR port and plug into a proper AC power socket.

2.3 LAN CONFIGURATIO N

This device is configured via the Internet which automatically allows your computer to obtain the proper IP address. For Windows XP users, select Start » Control Panel » Network Connections. Right click Local Area Connection and select

Properties to open the configuration dialog box for Local Area Connection. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties to open the TCP/IP configuration window. On the General tab, select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically. Click OK to complete TCP/IP configuration.

Figure 8 LAN Configuration Screens

2.4 CELLULAR CONNEC T I O NS

Before you begin, you will need an active Cellular account with the carrier of your choice.

2.4.1 GSM USERS

Insert the SIM card with the gold side up into the SIM/SVC slot in the rear of the device. Push the card completely into the slot until it clicks in place. If you have already powered your device, you will need to cycle power to register the SIM for proper operation.

2.4.2 CDMA USERS

Refer to Section 3.3 to provision your modem for proper operation.

Figure 9 LAN CDMA Main Navigation Panel

Figure 10 GSM Main Navigation Panel

3 VANG U ARD WEB INTERFA CE

Start your web browser and enter 192.168.1.50 in the address bar. A login screen should appear.

Enter the User Name: admin and the Password: password and click OK to log into the modem’s Home Page. Vanguard Web interface is divided into two sections. On the left is the main navigation panel (shown in Figures 9-10). On the right is the content area for the desired page (shown in Figures 11-12).

3.1 UNIT STATUS

3.1.1 STATUS

Figure 11: Vanguard CDMA Unit Status Window

Figure 12: Vanguard GSM Unit Status

LAN

 IP

Displays LAN side static IP information for this device (the modem). Note: Once this IP address has been changed and saved, the browser connection to the device will be lost. To continue configuration, please connect to the (new) IP address / the address that has been entered and saved.

 Subnet Mask

Displays the LAN side subnet mask for the modem

 MAC Address

Media Access Control Address. Every Ethernet device (i.e. LAN cards) has a unique hardware serial number or MAC address to identify each Network Device from all others.

System Information

 Date

Displays the current date and time (UTC) as received from the cellular carrier. The date and time information is updated at the start of each PPP connection, and then maintained internally until the modem is rebooted. If no PPP connection has been made this boot cycle, the time display will not be accurate. This is not a user settable function – it is controlled only by the carrier supplied date and time. Not all carriers support this function.

 System Up time

Displays the system uptime in seconds:

― 1 minute = 60 seconds ― 1 hour = 3600 seconds ― 1 day = 86400 seconds ― 1 year = 31,536,000 seconds

 Current Firmware Version

Displays the current modem firmware version loaded. Please visit www.calamp.com for the latest updates.

 Kernel Date

Displays the date of the operating system kernel the unit is running

 Phone Module Version

This will vary depending on the vendor of the radio module inside the modem.

 Temperature

Displays the current internal temperature of the modem, as measured by the cellular radio module

PPP

 PPP Status

Indicates the status of the PPP interface, usually UP when connected properly

 PPP IP Address

Displays the current IP address of the Modem on the cellular network. This address, if public, should be reachable.

10.X.X.X subnets are not routable from the Internet

 PPP Subnet Mask

Usually set to 255.255.255.255, but may be different depending on carrier

 PPP P-t-P

The P-t-P address is your network access point, it may be possible to ping this address to determine if a PPP IP Address assigned is routable from the Internet

 Primary DNS

The Primary DNS server, as assigned by the cellular carrier, when PPP is UP

 Secondary DNS

The Secondary DNS server, as assigned by the cellular carrier, when PPP is UP

PPTP Client

 PPTP Client Status

Indicates the status of the PPTP Client interface, usually UP when connected properly. PPTP is the point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol used to implement a Virtual Private Network (VPN)

 PPTP IP Address

The current IP address assigned to the modem by the VPN server.

 PPTP Subnet Mask

Usually set to 255.255.255.255, but may be different depending on VPN.

 PPTP P-t-P

The PPTP P-t-P is the LAN address of your VPN server.

PPTP Server

 Status

The PPTP Server is either ENABLED or DISABLED based on user's selection on VPN page.

 Connected Users

Number of users currently connected to the PPTP Server

IPsec Tunnels

 Status

The number of established IPsec tunnels based on the number of tunnels Enabled on the VPN | IPsec page.

CDMA Connection Status

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