Campbell 4GMini, 4GPlus Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTI

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MANUAL

4GMini/4GPlus

Cellular Modem

February 2018

Copyright © 2018

Campbell Scientific (Canada) Corp.

Table of Contents

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1. Introduction ................................................................ 1

2. Initial Inspection ......................................................... 1

3. Cautionary Statements .............................................. 1

4. Specifications ............................................................. 1

4.1 4GMini ................................................................................................. 3

4.2 4GPlus .................................................................................................. 4

5. Installation .................................................................. 5

5.1 Datalogger Equipment Requirements .................................................. 6

6. Configuration ............................................................. 6

6.1 Getting Started ..................................................................................... 6

6.2 Connecting for Configuration .............................................................. 7

6.2.1 Connect using USB or Ethernet .................................................... 8

7. Network Provisioning ................................................ 8

7.1 Bell ....................................................................................................... 9

7.2 Telus ..................................................................................................... 9

7.3 Rogers .................................................................................................. 9

7.4 Dynamic DNS (DDNS) ..................................................................... 10

7.5 Serial Port Configuration ................................................................... 11

7.6 Firewall .............................................................................................. 12

7.6.1 Firewall Rules (TCP Server) ....................................................... 12

7.6.1.1 Port Forwarding (PPP and Ethernet Devices) .................. 14

7.6.1.2 4GMini/4GPlus RS-232 PPP Configuration .................... 15

7.6.1.3 4GMini/4GPlus Firewall and Port Forwarding Configuration

for PPP .......................................................................... 16

7.6.1.4 Datalogger PPP Configuratio n ......................................... 19

7.6.2 Security ....................................................................................... 20

7.6.3 Configuration Ba ckup ................................................................. 21

7.6.4 Loading Configuration or Firmware ........................................... 21

7.6.5 Firmware Updates ....................................................................... 21

7.7 LoggerNet Setup ................................................................................ 22

7.8 4GMini/4GPlus Compatibility ........................................................... 24

7.9 Wiring ................................................................................................ 24

7.9.1 Modem Connection using the L18663 Null Modem Cable ........ 24

7.9.2 Modem Connection using the SC932A....................................... 24

7.9.3 Modem Connection using Ethernet ............................................. 25

7.10 Testing the Cellular Connection ......................................................... 25

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8. Operation .................................................................. 26

8.1 Programming the Modem .................................................................. 26

8.2 LED Indicators .................................................................................. 26

8.3 Hardware ........................................................................................... 27

9. Troubleshooting ....................................................... 28

Appendix A. Example of Port Forwarding using the

Modem A-1

A.1.1 Point to Point Protocol (PPP) Communications (optional) ...... A-8

Figures

FIGURE 7-1. Carrier Settings ........................................................................ 8

FIGURE 7-2. System - Summary ................................................................ 10

FIGURE 7-3. Serial – RS-232 ..................................................................... 12

FIGURE 7-4. Firewall Rules........................................................................ 13

FIGURE 7-5. Firewall Rules IP Address range ........................................... 14

FIGURE 7-6. Firewall Port Forwarding Configuration ............................... 15

FIGURE 7-7. Serial RS-232 ........................................................................ 16

FIGURE 7-8. Firewall - General .................................................................. 17

FIGURE 7-9. Firewall – Port Forwarding ................................................... 18

FIGURE 7-10. Device Configuration Utility – CR1000 – ComPort Settings19

FIGURE 7-11. Device Configuration Utility – CR1000 - PPP .................... 20

FIGURE 7-12. Admin Users ........................................................................ 21

FIGURE 7-13. System - Maintenance ......................................................... 21

FIGURE 7-14. Setup Screen – IPPort_1 ...................................................... 23

FIGURE 7-15. Setup Screen – PakBusPort_1 ............................................. 23

FIGURE 7-16. Setup Screen – CR1000 ....................................................... 23

FIGURE 7-17. SC932A ............................................................................... 25

FIGURE 7-18. Connect Screen – CR1000 ................................................... 26

FIGURE 8-1. Yagi Antenna ......................................................................... 28

FIGURE 8-2. Antenna ................................................................................. 28

FIGURE 9-1. System - Summary ................................................................ 29

FIGURE A-1. Physical connections of the applica tion ............................... A-1

FIGURE A-2. Serial RS-232...................................................................... A-2

FIGURE A-3. Firewall - General ............................................................... A-2

FIGURE A-4. Firewall - Rules .................................................................. A-3

FIGURE A-5. Setup screen ........................................................................ A-4

FIGURE A-6. Firewall – Port Forwarding ................................................. A-5

FIGURE A-7. Deployment – NL200 Series .............................................. A-5

FIGURE A-8. Deployment – NL200 – External ports ............................... A-6

FIGURE A-9. Device Configuration Utility – NL200 series ..................... A-6

FIGURE A-10. Device Configuration Utilit y – RF401A Series ................ A-7

FIGURE A-11. Setup screen ...................................................................... A-8

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Tables

TABLE 7-1.Compatability with contempo rary and retired Campbell Scientific

Dataloggers ..................................................................................... 24

TABLE 7-2.Wiring ........................................................................................ 24

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4GMini/4GPlus Cellular Modem

1. Introduction

This manual provides infor mation for interfacing the 4GMini/4GPlus Cellular
Modems to Campbell Scientific d a ta loggers. Please note that this manual will
focus on the us e of Bell, Telus, and Rogers networks.

The 4GMini/4GPlus Cellular Modems are high-speed interfaces optimized for
use on the 4G (LTE) network. The modem is accessed through the Internet
using TCP/IP communication protocols using a Public IP address (Dynamic or
Static).

These cellular modems offer two-way communication between a datalogger
(and other devices such as the CCFC camera) and any computer with Internet
access.

2. Initial Inspection

• Upon receipt of your cellular modem, inspect the packaging and contents

for damage. File any damage claims with the shipping company.
Immediately check package contents against the shipping doc umentation.
Contact Campbell Scientific ab out any discrepancies.

• The 4GMini and 4GPlus cellular modems are shipped with an

informational USB.

3. Cautionary Statements

• Although these cellular modems are designed to be rugged and reliable

devices for field use, care should be taken when ha ndling or moving them
to avoid damage.

• There are no user-serviceable parts and any attempt to disassemble the

device will void the warranty.

• To avoid possible damage, an antenna should be connected to the modem

prior to applying power.

4. Specifications

General

• Operating Temperature: -40°C (40°F) to 85°C (185°F)

• Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing

Serial Interface

• RS-232, RS-485, RS-422

Serial Baud Rate

• 300bps to 921kbps

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Ethernet

• 10/100 BaseT, Auto – MDI/X, IEEE 802.3

I/O

• 2x Programmable Analog/Digital Inputs

• Up to 2x Digital Outputs 60mA current sink on open drain

SIM Card

• Dual: 1.8 / 3.0V (2FF)

PPP Characteristics

• Dial on Demand/Idle Time

Network Protocols

• TCP

• UDP

• TCP/IP

• TFTP

• ARP

• ICMP

• DHCP

• HTTP

• HTTPS*

• SSH*

• SNMP

• FTP

• DNS

• Serial over IP

• QoS

Management

• Telnet

• WebUI

• SNMP

• FTP & Wireless Upgrade

• RADIUS authentication

Diagnostics

• Temperature

• RSSI

• Remote Diagnostics

Input Voltage

• 7 – 30 Vdc

Power over Ethernet (POE)

• Passive PoE on Ethernet Port (LAN)

GPS

• Tracking Sensi tivity: -158 dBm (50% valid fixes)

• Tracking L1, CA code

• 12 Channels

• Max. update rate 1Hz

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• Error calculated location less than 11.6 meters 67% of the time; less

than 24.2 meters 95% of the time

GPS Antenna Requirements

• Frequency Range: 1575.42MHz (GPS L1 Band)

• Bandwidth: ± 2MHz

• Total NF <2.5dB

• Impedance 50ohm

• Amplification (Gain applied to RF connector): 19-23bD

• Supply Voltage 1.5V to 3.05V

• Current Consumption: Typical 20mA (100mAmax)

• Cellular Power Antenna Rejction + Isolation:

o 824 – 915MHz>10dB
o 1710-1785MHz>19dB
o 1850-1980MHz>23dB

Dimensions

• Length: 45mm (1.75”)

• Height: 85mm (3.25”)

• Width: 25mm (1.0”)

Weight

• Approximately 150g

Supported Bands

• LTE FDD (Bands 1-5, 7, 8, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20)

• UMTS | DC-HSPA+ (Bands 1, 2, 4, 5, 8)

• GSM | GPRS | EDGE (Bands 2, 3, 5, 8)

• 3GPP Protocol Stack Release 9

Data Features

• LTE: DL 100 Mbps, UL 50 Mbps

• HSPA+:DL 42 Mbps, UL 5.7 Mbps

• HSPA+:DL 21 Mbps, UL 5.7 Mbps

• WCDMA: DL/UL 384 kbps

• EDGE Class 33: DL/UL 236.8 kbps

• GPRS Class 33: DL/UL 85.6 kbps

TX Power

• WCDMA/HSDPA/HSUPA Power Class

• Power Class 3 (24 dBm) for WCDMA/HSDPA/HSUPA mode

GSM/GPRS Power Class

• Power Class 4 (33 dBm) for GSM/E-GSM bands

• Power Class 1 (30 dBm) for DCS/PCS bands

• EDGE Power Class

• Power Class E2 (27 dBm) for GSM/E-GSM bands

• Power Class E2 (26 dBm) for DCS/PCS bands

USB

• USB 2.0

• USB Console Port

• USB to Serial Data Routing

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4.2 4GPlus

• USB to Ethernet Data Routing (NDIS)

• USB OTG (Host)

Connectors

• Antenna(e): CELL, DIV, GPD: SMA Female

• Data: Data:DB-9 Female (RS-232); Ethernet:RJ45

Current Draw (at 12Vdc)

• Average with Serial Data: 115mA

• Average with Ethernet Data: 130mA

• Tx Max: 210mA

Dimensions

• Length: 56mm (2.21”)

• Height: 97mm (3.85”)

• Width: 37mm (1.46”)

Weight

• Approximately 245g

TX Power

• WCDMA/HSDPA/HSUPA Power Class

• Power Class 3 (24 dBm) for WCDMA/HSDPA/HSUPA mode

GSM/GPRS Power Class

• Power Class 4 (33 dBm) for GSM/E-GSM bands

• Power Class 1 (30 dBm) for DCS/PCS bands

• EDGE Power Class

• Power Class E2 (27 dBm) for GSM/E-GSM bands

• Power Class E2 (26 dBm) for DCS/PCS bands

USB

• USB 2.0

• USB Console Port

• USB to Serial Data Routing

• USB to Ethernet Data Routing (NDIS)

North Americian Suppor ted Bands

• UMTS | DC-HSPA+ (Bands 1, 2, 4, 5, 8)

• GSM | GPRS | EDGE (Bands 2, 3, 5, 8)

• 3GPP Protocol Stack Release 9

North American Supported Data Features

• LTE: DL 100 Mbps, UL 50 Mbps

• HSPA+:DL 42 Mbps, UL 5.7 Mbps

• HSPA+:DL 21 Mbps, UL 5.7 Mbps

• WCDMA: DL/UL 384 kbps

• EDGE Class 33: DL/UL 236.8 kbps

• GPRS Class 33: DL/UL 85.6 kbps

China Supported Bands

• LTE FDD: Bands 1, 3, 8, all bands with diversity

• LTE TDD: Bands 39, 40, 41(38), all bands with diversity

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Model

AVG (mA)

w/WiFi (AP)

BulletPlus

120

170

BulletPlus + Serial Data

142

180

BulletPlus + Ethernet

155

195

BulletPlus Peak

230

305

Note

• DC-HSPA+/HSPA+/HSPA/UMT S: Bands 1, 5, 8, 9, all bands with

diversity

• TD-SCDMA: Bands 34, 39, all bands with diversity

• GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 1800 MHz/900MHz

China Supported Data Features

• LTE: FDD: UL 50Mbit/s, DL 150Mbit/s@20M BW cat4

• LTE: TDD: UL 10Mbit/s, DL 112Mbit/s@20M BW cat4

• TD-SCDMA PA: UL 384kbit/s; DL 384 kbit/s

• TD-HSPA+: UL 2.2Mbit/s; DL 4.2Mbit/s

• DC-HSPA+: UL 5.76Mbit/s; DL 42 Mbit/s

• HSPA+: UL 5.76Mbit/s; DL 21.6 Mbit/s

• WCDMA PS: UL 384kbit/s; DL 384 kbit/s

• WCDMA CS: UL 64kbit/s; DL 64 kbit/s

• EDGE: UL 236.8 kbit/s; DL 236.8 kbit/s

• GPRS: UL 85.6 kbit/s; DL 85.6 kbit/s

Current Draw (at 12Vdc)

5. Installation

It is recommended to discuss the account types available and their
requirements with the intended service provider before purchasing
the 4GMini or 4GPlus Cellula r Modem.

A public IP (Dynamic or Static) subscription on the HSPA network is required.
Service providers tend to have different names or descriptions for these service
add-ons. Following are key terms for each service provider:

Bell

• Public Dynamic IP Access

• Public Static IP Access

Telus

• Public Dynamic IP Connect

• Public Static IP Connect

Rogers

• Public Dynamic IP

• Public Static IP

Data plan type

• “Flex Data for Tablet” – (all 3 service providers)

What will be received from each service provider:

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Note

5.1 Datalogger Equipment Re quirements

• SIM card (standard size)

• 10-digit cellular telephone number

• Access Point Name (APN)

• User name

• Network password for use with user name (optional, based on

configuration)

To carry out network provisioning, a PC running Campbell Sci entific’s
LoggerNet or PC400 software with Internet access is required.

Additionally:

• A 4GMini or 4GPlus cellular modem

• Power cable

• Antenna(e): The antenna(e) chosen for use must be connected to the

Antenna connector of the cellular modem. If using a diversity antenna,
it must be connected to the Rx diversity connector.

• L18663 Null Modem Cable is required if the modem is to be

connected to the RS-232 port of a datalogger.

• L31056 – used to connect the CR6 CPI port to the L18663 Null

Modem Cable.

• L28900 Ethernet Cable connects the modem’s Ethernet port to a PC,

CR6 or other Ethernet device. The L28900 is commonly used to
configure the modem. The 4GMini or 4GPlus Ethernet ports are auto­sensing; therefore, a cross-over cable may also be used (optional).

• C2809 USB Cable connects the modem’s USB port to a PC to

configure the modem (optional).

• SC932A Interface is required if the modem is being connected to the

CS I/O port of a datalogger.

If there is a black SC12 cable that is not Rev1 or newer (indicated
on the cable), it is a CS I/O cable and will not work for RS-232.
Connect the black SC12 cable between the datalogger and the
SC932A. Use a 9 pin serial cable or a blue ribbon cable between
the modem and the SC032A.

6. Configuration

6.1 Getting Started

1. SIM Card: insert the card, using the correct orientation, into the slot located
on the front of the modem. The card is properly installed when it clicks into
place. If only one SIM card is being used in the 4GPlus, ensure the card is
inserted into card slot 1.

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Sim slot for SIM1: The contacts should face down, and the notch to the right

2. Antenna: connect the antenna to the Main jack on the modem. Do this before
applying power.

3. Connect the power connector to the modem and the power source (is using
bare leads on power source end Red connects to +12V and Black connects to
Power Ground; white and blue are not used).

4. Connect the USB (C2809), Ethernet (L28900) or equivalent cable between
the modem and the PC to start the configuration process.

6.2 Connecting for Configuration

• In order to configure the modem, you must be connected via USB or

Ethernet using a web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer).

• Be sure to allow the modem to warm up for at least two mintues before

trying to connect.

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Note

6.2.1 Connect using USB or Ethernet

Requires the use of related USB driver and cable.

• Connecting using an ethernet cable: Enter the following IP address into the

navigation bar of the web browser:

http://192.168.168.1

• Connecting using an USB cable : E nter the following IP address into the

navigation bar of the web browser:
http://192.168.1.111

• Enter User ID (admin) and password (admin). After initial connection, a

change of password is prompted and required.

7. Network Pro visioning

Certain network provision configurations are specific to the service provider. If
not specified, the configurations are the same for Bell, Telus, and Rogers.

To provision the modem on the service provider network, the following
information needs to be entered into the Config tab under Carrier. Please note
that the guidelines below may not apply in all cases. If provi sioning issue s are
encountered, please contact the service provider for the APN, User Name, and
password requirements for the specific SIM card.

Both Public and Static APNs may differ across Canada, please contact the
service provider for the appropriate APN.

FIGURE 7-1. Carrier Settings

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7.2 Telus

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If Static IP is being used, follow these steps:

• APN: For example, wrmstatic.bell.c a .ioe

• Submit (save)

If Dynamic IP is being use d, follow these steps:

• APN: For example, mcorp.bell.ca.ioe

• Submit (save)

If Static IP is being used, follow these steps:

• APN: For example, static.telus.com

• Submit (save)

7.3 Rogers

If Dynamic IP is being use d, follow these steps:

• APN: For example, connect.telus.com

• Submit (save)

If Static IP is being used, follow these steps:

• APN: For example, ltestatic.ip.apn

• Submit (save)

If Dynamic IP is being used, follo w these step s:

• APN: For example, vpn.com or internet.com

• Submit (save)

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Note

FIGURE 7-2. System - Summary

When provisioning details are saved to the modem, it should provision on the
network. The following should be visible fro m t he System Summary page.

• Connection Status: Connected

• Network = Name of the service provider

• SIM card: Ready

Check the RSSI value for signal strength. Signal strength should be greater

than 105dBm; the preferred signal st rength is gr eater than -95.

7.4 Dynamic DNS (DDNS)

If the modem is configured with a Static IP, skip this step. If the
modem is configured with a Dynamic IP, complete this step.

In order to complete this step, sign-up online for a Dynamic Domain Name
System (DDNS) service. Free services are available, but a paid service may be
recommended, depending on the application or network size (i.e.
ChangeIP .com or dyn.com).

To setup the DDNS, follow these steps:

1. Navigate to t he DDNS lin k under the Network tab.

2. Enable DDNS by selecting it from the drop down menu.

3. Select a DDNS service from the drop down menu.

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4. Enter related domain, user name, and password for the service that has been
signed up for.

5. Submit to commit changes to the modem.

7.5 Serial Port Configuration

In order for the modem to communicate with a Campbell Scientific datalogger,
the modem’s serial port must be properly configured. The 4GMini/4GPlus has
one 9-pin serial port. The COMport can be used for either a TCP server or PPP
configuration.

A PPP configuration is possible for CR300, CR6, CR800 series, CR1000, or
CR3000 dataloggers. This allows access to the connected datalogger’s IP
functionality (e.g. FTP client, Email client, HTTP server, and FTP server).

A TCP confi guration is also possible for use with these datal oggers, if IP
functionality is not required.

For any datalogger without an IP stack (e.g. CR200X series or legacy
datalogger s ), a TCP server configuration is the only option.

4GMini/4GPlus Cellular Modem

The following settings are applicable to the TCP server configuration.
Parameters which are not specified, should be left at the default settings. Under
Serial, navigate to the RS-232 tab.

• Data Baud Rate = 115200 for use with a CR300, CR6, CR800 series,

CR1000, or CR3000 datalogger. Or, 9600 for use with a CR200X series or
legacy datalogger.

• Character Timeout = 50

• No-Connection Data Intake = Disable

• Local listening port = 6785 (default datalogger PakBus/TCP Service port)

• Submit (save)

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Note

7.6 Firewall

FIGURE 7-3. Serial – RS-232

The firewall controls incoming and outgoing traffic through the modem, based
on user-created rules. The firewall must be configured in order to communicate
with the datalogger. Additionally, the firewall helps prevent unauthoriz e d
access of data useage. The following setup can be used with all service
providers.

7.6.1 Firewall Rules (TCP Server)

This section does not apply to PPP or Ethernet connections or
devices.

The following steps for setting up the f irewall assume a RS-232 or CS I/O
connection to the modem’s RS-232 port, when using the modem’s TCP serial
server mode.

1. Navigate to the General tab under the Firewall section.

2. Ensure Carrier Remote Management is Enabled. The allows remote
configuration of the modem, if required.

3. Set Carrier request to Block.

4. Click Submit to save changes.

With the firewall enabled, it is possible to define specific traffic that will be
allowed by configuring the destina tion port:

1. Navigate to the Rules tab.

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2. Enter a name for the rule (Loggernet in the image below).

3. Verify that the action is set to Accept.

4. Select Carrier from the sour c e list.

5. Select Carrier from the destination list.

6. For both Source IP and Destination IP, select the radio button Subnet/Prefix.

7. Configure the Destination Po rt to match that of the datalogger (i.e. 6785).
This must be the same as the PakBus port and the local listening port
configured in the Serial RS-232 section.

8. Click Add Rule to add the rule of the modem’s firewall.

9. In Source IP to and Destination IP to enter the fol l owing IP address:

255.255.255.255

9. Click Submit to save.

FIGURE 7-4. Firewall Rule s

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7.6.1.1 Port Forwarding (PPP and Ethernet Devices)

FIGURE 7-5. Firewall Rules IP Address range

If the modem’s serial PPP mode is being used or an Ethernet device (i.e.
CCFC) is being connected to, port forwarding rules specifying how to direct
incoming traffic to the device must be created. When there are multiple devices
or only specific ports need to be passed, port forwarding is used to forward
incoming traffic from the Wide Area Network (WAN) to specific IP addresses
and ports on the Local Area Network (LAN). The 4GMini/4GPlus looks at
each incoming Ethernet packet on the WAN and b y us ing the dest ination port
number, determines where it will se nd the d a ta on the private LAN.

The fields required to configure port forwarding are found on the Port
Forwarding tab under the Firewall tab of the 4GMini/4GPlus user interface. In
order to implement a port forwarding rule, enter the required values, click Add
Port Forwarding, then the Submit button. Port forwarding can be used in
combination with other firewall features, but carrier requests must be blocked
for port forwarding to be in effect. If using PPP mode both Port Forwarding
and Rules are required.

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FIGURE 7-6. Firewall Port Forwarding Configuration

Name: Enter a convenient reference or description for the rule. Each rule must

have a unique name, which can be up to 10 characters.

Internal Server IP: Enter the IP address of the intended internal server (i.e. on
the LAN side of 4GMini/4GPlus). This is the IP address give n to the device
connected to the Ethernet port or the device connected to the serial port using
PPP. The IP address must be based on the default IP gateway and IP subnet
mask of the modem. This information can be located by navigating to:

• Network > LAN for Ethernet devices

• Serial > RS-232 for PPP devices

Internal Port: Target port number of internal server on the private LAN IP
entered above.

Protocol: Select the type of transport protocol used. Although there are several
options, TCP should be the most common protocol in port forwarding
applications.

External Port: Port number of incoming requests (from public WAN side).

7.6.1.2 4GMini/4GPlus RS-232 PPP Configuration

It is necessary to configure the RS-232 port to use PPP, so that the datalogger
can communicate with a network using a PPP connection. Other PPP settings

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can be adjusted as needed, but any changes must be reflected appropriately in
the modem and datalogger configuration.

• Under Serial, navigate to the RS-232 tab

• Data Baud Rate = 115200

• Character Timeout = 50

• Protocol Config = select PPP

• Expected String = delete ‘CLIENT’ and leave the field blank

• Response String = ‘CONNECT’ (entry must be uppercase)

• PPP Local IP = 192.168.0.1 (this is the default local IP of the modem)

• PPP Host IP = 192.168.0.99 (this is the IP address that will be

assigned to the datalogger

• Submit (save)

The following parameters must be the same in both the modem and the
datalogger:

• Baud rate

• Data format

FIGURE 7-7. Serial RS-232

7.6.1.3 4GMini/4GPlus Firewall and Port Forward ing Configuration for PPP

The proper configuration of the firewall and related port forwarding rules are
necessary to control different types of access and ensure that IP traffic is
properly routed through the modem to the datalogger. The configuration of the
firewall helps avoid unauthorized access to data usage.

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• Ensure firewall carrier requests are set to Block in order to proceed

with the remaining conf i guration.

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Note

• Click Submit.

FIGURE 7-8. Firewall - General

Under the Firewall tab, select Port Forwarding. Rules are required to map the
ports, which are necessary to ensure HTTP, FTP, and Logger Net
communications to the datalogger are at the assigned IP address.

1. To setup access to the datalogger’s HTTP server (for access to the
datalogger’s webpage), the following rule configuration needs to be added and
applied:

• Enter a Rule Name for HTTP

• Internal Server IP = 192.168.0.99 (IP address assigned to the

datalogger)

• Internal Port = 80

• Protocol = TCP

• External Port = 8000

• Click Add Port Forwarding

• Click Submit

The external port number 8000 is an example. Use any
(unrestricted) port number other than 80, 433, or 23, as they are
required for modem access and configuration. Be sure to include
the external HTTP port number in any communications attempting
to reach the datalogger webpage (e.g. 173.182.77.117:8000).

2. To setup access to the datalogger’s FTP server (for remote file access), the
following rule configuration needs to be added and applied:

• Enter a Rule Name for FTP

• Internal Server IP = 192.168.0.99 (IP address assigned to the

datalogger)

• Internal Port = 21

• Protocol = TCP

• External Port = 2100

• Click Add Port Forwarding

• Click Submit

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Note

Note

The external port number 2100 is an example. Use any
(unrestricted) port number other than 80, 433, or 23, as they are
required for modem access and configuration. Be sure to include
the external FTP port number in any co mmunications atte mpting
to reach the datalogger webpag e (e. g . f tp: / / 173.182.77.117:2100).

3. To setup access to the datalogger via LoggerNet and the PakBus/TCP
Service Port, the following rule configuration needs to be added and applied:

• Enter a Rule Name

• Internal Server IP = 192.168.0.99 (IP address assigned to the

datalogger)

• Internal Port = 6785

• Protocol = TCP

• External Port = 6785

• Click Add Port Forwarding

• Click Submit

Be sure to include the external port number in any
communications attempting to reach the datalogger webpage (e.g.
ftp://173.182.77.117:6785).

FIGURE 7-9. Firewall – Port Forwarding

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7.6.1.4 Datalogger PPP Configuration

Using the Device Configuration Utility, connect to the datalogger to configure
the PPP and ComPort settings.

Under the ComPorts Settings tab:

• Select the RS-232 ComPort

• Baud Rate = 115.2K Fixed (baud rate must be fixed and match the

baud rate set in the modem under Serial)

4GMini/4GPlus Cellular Modem

FIGURE 7-10. Device Configuration Utility – CR1000 – ComPort Settings

Under the PPP Settings tab:

• Config/Port Used = RS-232

• Modem Dial String = PPP (entry must be in all upper case)

• Click Apply

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Note

7.6.2 Security

FIGURE 7-11. Device Configuration Utility – CR1000 - PPP

If either password is lost, the modem will need to b e manually
reset to its default settings and reconfigured in order to regain
access.

To keep the system secur e, it is recommended to change the administrator and
upgrade passwords from the factory defaults.

Changing the administrator p assword will protect against modifications to the
modem’s configuration. Changing the upgrade password will protect against
unauthorized upgrades.

• Under Admin, navi gate to the Users tab

• Change passwords as needed. Be sure to maintain a secure record, so

a reference is available.

• Submit

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FIGURE 7-12. Admin Users

7.6.3 Configuration Backup

It is possible to to backup the configuration of a modem after completion.

• Under System, navigate to the Maintenance tab

• Select a name for the configuration under Backup Configuration

• Click Backup Configuration to save the file onto a PC

4GMini/4GPlus Cellular Modem

7.6.4 Loading Configuration or Firmware

7.6.5 Firmware Updates

FIGURE 7-13. System - Maintenance

It is possible to upload a configuration file to a modem either to restore settings
or as a template to help configure multiple modems.

• Under System, navigate to the Maintenance tab

• Under Restore Configuration, click Choose File and select the proper

file from the PC being used

• Click Check Restore File to check the fie and upload it to the modem

HTTP Upgrade is used to upgrade the 4GMini/4GPlus system firmware.

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Note

7.7 LoggerNet Setup

• Select Choose File to locate the upgrade file provided by Microhard

Systems

• To ensure that all settings remain in the modem after the update,

ensure that Keep ALL Configuration is selected prior to uploading the
firmware

• Click Check Restore File to confirm the validity of the configur ation

file and upload it to the modem

The LoggerNet Device Map is configured from the Setup button on the
LoggerNet Toolbar. Click Main | Setup and configure the device map as
described below.

The following process is the same for Bell, Telus, and Rogers’
users.

1. Select Add Root, followed by IP Port

2. Add a datalogger to the IP Port PakBus datalogger (e.g. the CR1000 requires
a PakBusPort as well)

3. On the IP Port setup:

i. Add the Domain Name or IP address of the modem to the Internet IP

Address field, followed by the port number (6785, which is the
datalogger’s default port number). It is also used to configure the RS-232
and Firewall settings of the 4GMini/4G Plus cellular modems.

ii. Extra response time should be 10 – 12 seconds
iii. Click Apply

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FIGURE 7-14. Setup Screen – IPPort_1

iv. For PakBus dataloggers, add 10 seconds of Extra Response Time. PakBus

Port Always Ope n should not be selected.

FIGURE 7-15. Setup Screen – PakBusPort_1

v. For PakBus dataloggers, set the PakBus address to match that of the
datalogger (default address in the datalogger is 1). Click Apply to save
changes.

FIGURE 7-16. Setup Screen – CR1000

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TABLE 7-1.Compatability with contemporar y and retired

Contemporary Dataloggers

Retired Dataloggers

CR6 Series

CR10X

CR1000/X

CR3000

CR800 series

CR300 Series

CR200X

TABLE 7-2.Wiring

7.8 4GMini/4GPlus Compati bility

The 4GMini/4GPlus Cellular Modem are compatible with the followin g
Campbell Scientific datalogge r s.

Campbell Scientific Datalo gge r s

7.9 Wiring

Power for the modem can be sourced directly from the datalogger. Connection
to the switched 12V terminal allows the user to control power to the modem
through the datalogger program. In this way, power can be conserved by
limiting the time that the modem is on. For example, the user could choose to
power on the modem only for scheduled data collections or only during certain
hours of the day. When using the switc hed 12V terminal, be sure t o allow time
for the modem to warm up and provision to the network. The required warm up
time can vary, but the recommended minimum is 3 minutes.

Colour Function Datalogger Modem

Red Power source 12V or SW12V Vin+

Black Ground G Vin-

7.9.1 Modem Conne ction using the L18663 Null Modem Cable

To connect to a CR300, CR6, CR1000, CR3000, CR800, or CR200X series
RS-232 port, a Null Modem Cable is required (Campbell Scientific L18663).
Connect one end of the Null Modem Cable to the 4GMini/4GPlus cellular
modem and the other to the RS-232 port on the datalogger.

7.9.2 Modem Conne ction using the SC932A

If connecting to any datalogger’s CS I/O port, an SC932A interface from
Campbell Scientific is required. Connect the supplied black SC12 cable to the
datalogger side of the SC932A interface, followed by the CS I/O port of the

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datalogger. Connect the DCE Device side of the SC932A interface to the
4GMini/4GPlus cellular modem’s R S-232 port using the supplied straight
through serial cable L10873.

FIGURE 7-17. SC932A

7.9.3 Modem Conne ction using Ethernet

In some cases it may be desirable to connect using the Ethernet
interface available on the 4GMini/4 G Plus cellular modem. To
do this, a CR1000 or CR3000 with either a NL120 Ethernet
Interface, NL116 Ethernet/Compact Flash Module, or any
datalogger using a NL2XX series device is required. A
crossover Ethernet cable is needed to connect the two devices.

Please review the literature for the specific interface for more
details.

7.10 Testing t he Cel lular Connection

After the Device Map has been configured, it is recommended
to test the cellular connection usin g the Connect screen. Click
on the appropriate station, then click the Connect button to
initiate a call to the datalogger. Be sure all connections are
complete and power is supplied to both the modem and
datalogger.

If the call is successful, the connectors at the bottom of the
screen will come together and time information from the
datalogger will be displayed the Station Date/Time field . If the
connection fails, a Communications Failure message is
displayed.

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FIGURE 7-18. Connect Screen – CR1000

8. Operation

8.1 Programming the Modem

8.2 LED Indicators

It is recommended that the modem be provisioned and tested in the office
(assuming there is cellular coverage), rather than in the field.

Receive Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) (3xGreen): As the received signal
strength inc reases, starting with t he furthest left, the number of active R S SI
LEDs increases.

Tx(Red)/Rx(Green) LEDs: The Tx/Rx LEDs indicate carrier (cellular) traffic.

GPS: Indicates that the optional standalone GPS module has synchronized and

is ready for use.

CPU LED: The status LED indicates that power has been applied to the
module. Flashing indicates bootup or firmware update status.

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4GMini/4GPlus Cellular Modem

L14162 - 4GMini/4GPlus Mounting Kit include s mounting hardware for
securing the modem to the environmental enclosure. The 4GMini/4GPlus
should be mounted in a position that allows easy access for the cables, so they
are not bent or constricted.

Antenna - the following antennae are available from Campbell Scientific. The
antenna(e) must be connected to the Antenna connector of the 4GMini/4GPlus.
Contact a Campbell Scientific Applic a tions Technician for help in determining
the best antenna for the intended application.

C2446 – is a dual band, 3dB omni-directional antenna for the CDMA and
GPRS digital cellular modems. This antenna is recommended for locations
where cellular coverage is strong. The C2446 includes a mount/u-bolt
assembly that allows the antenna to be mounted to a mast, crossman, or user­supplied pole (outer diameter of up to 1.5” (3.8cm)).

C2445 – 9dBd Yagi Antenna is a highe r gain ante nna that sho ul d be “aimed” at
the service provider’s antenna. The C2445 is a 800MHz antenna, which has a
bracket/u-bolt assembly for attaching the antenna to a mast or post. The
antenna comes with 10’ of cable. This antenna is recommended for fringe areas
that require a higher gain antenna.

C244 - 9dBd Yagi Ante nna is a higher gain antenna that should be “aimed” at
the service provider’s antenna. The C2445 is a 800MHz antenna, which has a
bracket/u-bolt assembly for attaching the antenna to a mast or post. The
antenna comes with 30’ of cable and surge protection. This antenna is
recommended for fringe areas that require a higher gain antenna.

L21831 – Half-wave Dipole Whip antenna is a lower gain antenna used in
transmitting short distances. It is an 8 00MHz cellular antenna that terminates in
a SMA Male connector for attachement to the mod em. This antenna is intended
for use inside the enclosure. Please note that the backplate of the enclosure is a
grounded plane. If it is interposed between the antenna and the cell tower, it
may attenuat e the strength of the transmission signal. Simply turning the
enclosure 90 to 180° on its mounting mast may solve weak transmission issues.

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FIGURE 8-1. Yagi A ntenna

FIGURE 8-2. Antenna

• Power supply (see Section 7.9 Wiring)

• Environmental Enclosure – ENC10/12, ENC12/14, or ENC16/18

9. Troubleshooting

If LoggerNet/PC400W software is unable to establish a connection with the
modem:

1. Check the account information (a phone call to the provider may be
required).

2. Verify that there is coverage at the location.

3. Check the SGNL Indicator LEDs on the front of the modem.
Ensure that the modem has successful l y connected to the cellular
network.

4. Make sure the modem and datalogger have sufficient power.

5. Check the RSSI LEDs on t he front of the modem or in t he Web
Interface. If the measured signal strength is less than –110dBm no
LEDs will be illuminated. If the signal is greater than –105dBm, 1
LED will be on, - 100dBm equals 2 LEDs and any signal greater than
– 95dBm will show all 3 RSSI LEDs to be ON.

6. If using a D ynamic IP acc ount, a dyna mic domain name server
(DDNS) name that LoggerNet can reference to make the connection
will be required.

7. In the Summary tab in the System group of the modem’s configuration

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webpage, make sure Connection Status is Call in Progress or
Connected and note the WAN IP Address. This is the current IP

address for the modem (a dynamic IP address will change each time
the modem is reset). Try connecting to this IP address using
LoggerNet. If LoggerNet connects with the IP address, but not with
the modem name.domain name, then there may be a problem with the
Dynamic IP setup in the modem.

FIGURE 9-1. System - Summary

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Appendix A. Example of Port
Forwarding using the Modem

In this example, the 4GMini/4GPlus and all related equipment
have been configured to allow for the simultaneous connection
of 2 dataloggers to the modem. The first datalogger, a CR200X,
is connected directly to the RS-232 port of the modem via a null
modem cable. The second datalogger, a CR1000, is networked
to the modem via an NL201 and a pair of RF401A radios. In any
such arrangement it is important to c onfigure the firewall and
port forwarding rules to ensure proper access, while maintaining
a reasonable level of protection.

This example assumes that all necessary configuration steps
were taken to provision the modem on the network in either a
Static or Dynamic IP arrangement, as well as the NL201
being configured properly with an IP address of

192.168.168.2.

Following is a diagram of the physical connection of the
applications:

FIGURE A-1. Physical connections of the application

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Example of Port Forwarding using the Modem

CR200X portion of the application:

In this example, the CR200X is left in its default state.

1. Modem Serial Configuration

i. Change the COM1 data baud rate to 9600 to match the CR200X default

baud rate.

ii. Confirm that the local listening port is 6785 (default port of the CR200X).

Submit new settings.

FIGURE A-2. Serial RS-232

2. Activate Firewall

Set the Firewall Carrier request to Block. This is required for the operation of
the firewall and port forwarding rules.

FIGURE A-3. Firewall - General

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4GMini/4GPlus Cellular Modem

3. Firewall rule for the CR200X in the 4GMini/4GPlus

i. Configure a rule that will allow WAN IP traffic through the firewall on

port 6785. This allows remote access to the CR200X, which has a default
port of 6785.

FIGURE A-4. Firewall - Rules

ii. Add the new rule and Apply.

4. LoggerNet setup for CR200X Remote Communications

i. Add an IP port – enter the Static or Dynamic DNS details for the

4GMini/4GPlus, followed by port 6785.

ii. Add a PakBus port and a CR200 series datalogger. In this example, the

two elements of the LoggerNet setup stay in their default state.

iii. Apply setup.

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Example of Port Forwarding using the Modem

FIGURE A-5. Setup screen

CR1000 portion of the application:

1. Port Forwarding for the NL201 in the Cellular Modem

i. Give the port forward a name.
ii. Set the internal server I P to 192.1 68.168.2. The use of this IP address is

based on the 4GMini/4GPlus having a gateway of 192.168.168.1 and an
IP subnet mark of 255.255.255.0. These variables can be changed in the
modem setup under Network>LAN, if required.

iii. Set the internal and external ports to 6785.
iv. Add Port Forwarding Rule and Apply.

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4GMini/4GPlus Cellular Modem

FIGURE A-6. Firewall – Port Forwarding

FIGURE A-7. Deployment – NL200 Series

2. NL201 Setup – Network Settings

i. Disable ‘Use DHCP’
ii. Enter the IP address, network mask, and default gateway, as required. In

this example, the NL201 is given the IP address 192.168.168.2, with a
network mask of 255.255.255.0 and a default gateway of 192.168.168.1.

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Example of Port Forwarding using the Modem

iii. Set the internal and external por ts to 6785.

FIGURE A-8. Deployment – NL200 – External ports

3. NL201 Setup – RS-232 Settings

i. Set the active interface to RS-232.
ii. Set the protocol to Transparent.
iii. Apply the configuration.

FIGURE A-9. Device Configuration Utility – NL200 series

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4GMini/4GPlus Cellular Modem

4. RF401A Spread Spectr um Radio – base (at NL201)

i. Set the configuration to TCP s eria l.
ii. If the use of a port other than 6784 is required, change the service port.

FIGURE A-10. Device Configuration Utility – RF401 A Ser ies

5. RF401A Spread Spectr um Radio – remote (at CR1000)

i. Set the active interface to RS-232.
ii. Set the protocol to Transparent.
iii. Apply the configuration.

6. LoggerNet Setup for CR1000 Remote Communication

i. Add an IP port – enter the static IP or Dynamic DNS details for the

4GMini/4GPlus Cellular Modem, followed by 6784.

ii. Add a PakBus port and a CR1000 series. In this example, the two

elements of LoggerNet setup stay in their default state.

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Example of Port Forwarding using the Modem

iii. Apply setup.

FIGURE A-11. Setup screen

A.1.1 Point to Point Protocol (PPP) Communications (optional)

In PPP mode, the modem assigns the datalogger an IP address by means of a
serial connection. This allows access to the datalogger’s IP capabilities without
requiring an Ethernet peripheral. The modem’s COM1/Data port must be used
for a PPP connection. In order for the PPP to function properly, both the
modem and datalogger need to be configured. The physical connection for PPP
communications requires the use of a null modem cable to connect the
dataloggger’s RS-232 to the modem’s RS-232 port.

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