Campbell Raven XT-Telus Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Raven XT-Telus

Sierra Wireless Cellular Modem

Dec 2011

Copyright © 2011

Campbell Scientific (Canada)Corp.

WARRANTY AND ASSISTANCE

This equipment is warranted by CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC (CANADA) CORP. (“CSC”) to
be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for

twelve (12) months from date of shipment unless specified otherwise. ***** Batteries
are not warranted. ***** CSC's obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or

replacing (at CSC's option) defective products. The customer shall assume all costs of
removing, reinstalling, and shipping defective products to CSC. CSC will return such
products by surface carrier prepaid. This warranty shall not apply to any CSC products
which have been subjected to modification, misuse, neglect, accidents of nature, or
shipping damage. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied,
including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. CSC is not
liable for special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

Products may not be returned without prior authorization. To obtain a Return
Merchandise Authorization (RMA), contact CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC (CANADA) CORP.,
at [phone]. An RMA number will be issued in order to facilitate Repair Personnel
in identifying an instrument upon arrival. Please write this number clearly on the outside
of the shipping container. Include description of symptoms and all pertinent details.

CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC (CANADA) CORP. does not accept collect calls.

Non-warranty products returned for repair should be accompanied by a purchase order to
cover repair costs.

1. General Description...................................................... 2

2. Establish Cellular Service............................................2

2.1 Raven XT-Telus Cellular Coverage/Service Requirements..............................................2

3. Specifications ...............................................................3

3.1 Raven XT-Telus Specifications ........................................................................................3

4. Configuration ................................................................4

4.1 Base Station Requirements for Raven XT-Telus..............................................................4

4.2 Datalogger Site Equipment...............................................................................................4

4.3 Power Considerations.......................................................................................................9

5. Program the Raven XT-Telus Modem .......................10

5.1 Indicator Lights...............................................................................................................10

5.2 Using AceManager to Configure the Modem.................................................................11

5.3 Configuring the Raven for Dynamic IP..........................................................................14

6. LoggerNet/PC400W Software Setup .........................15

7. Troubleshooting .........................................................18

Appendices

A. AceManager Setup without Template File ............ A-1

B. Configuring the Raven XT Modem for PPP ........... B-1

EmailSend Using the Telus Outgoing SMTP Server .. C-1

C.

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Raven XT-Telus CDMA Sierra Wireless Cellular Modem

Raven XT-Telus CDMA Sierra
Wireless Cellular Modem

1. General Description

This manual provides information for interfacing the Sierra Wireless Raven
XT-Telus cellular modem to Campbell Scientific dataloggers. A Sierra
Wireless CD ships with the modem that includes Sierra Wireless manuals and
software utilities. Sierra Wireless manuals referenced in this manual include:

AceManagerGuide.pdf
Raven_XT_UserGuide.pdf
Raven_XT_QuickStart.pdf

The Raven XT-Telus digital cellular modems are manufactured by Sierra
Wireless for use on the Telus Wireless Code Division Multiple Access
(CDMA)/1xRTT networks. The modem is accessed through the Internet using
TCP/IP communications protocol using a Dynamic or Static IP address.

• A Dynamic IP address is assigned on a “need to have” basis. A dynamic

IP address is used with a service such as IP Manager (Section 5.4) to
translate domain name to a dynamic IP address, so that the Raven can be
contacted by name as if it had a static IP.

• A Static IP address is permanently assigned to a particular account and

will always be used whenever the Raven connects to the Internet.

A Telus account can be setup for a Dynamic or Static IP address; a Dynamic IP
is preferred. Generally, there is an associated monthly customer charge to use
a Static IP account. Please ask your service provider for details on the monthly
charge for static IP.

2. Establish Cellular Service

2.1 Raven XT-Telus Cellular Coverage/Service Requirements

What you need:

Determine coverage at the datalogger site for your chosen service provider.
Coverage maps are available on each providers website. It is also possible to

search for “Canadian cellular tower maps” for information on tower locations

and possible coverage.

CDMA/1xRTT Dynamic IP or Static IP account established with Telus
Wireless. Telus’s Broadband Access Plan is recommended.

To setup an account you will need the ESN number of the modem. The ESN
number is listed on a label on the modem, and also on the box.

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What you receive from Telus:

Activation Code (MSL)

10-digit Mobile Directory Number (MDN or MIN/MSID)

IP address (for a Static IP account only)

Recommended Dealers:

3. Specifications

3.1 Raven XT-Telus Specifications

Sierra Wireless Raven XT, model V2227
Technology: CDMA: EV-DO Rev. A, EV-DO Rev. 0,

Bands: 800 MHz Cellular,
1900 MHz PCS

Raven XT-Telus CDMA Sierra Wireless Cellular Modem

1. Communications Group, Red Deer, AB (403 ) 34 7-0777

1xRTT, IS-95

Transmit Frequency: 1850 to 1910 MHz and 824 to 849 MHz
Transmit Power: 1.0 W for 1900 MHz; 0.8 W for 850 MHz
Receiver Frequency: 1930 to 1990 MHz and 869 to 894 MHz
CDMA Throughput: up to 80 kbps
RS-232 Data Rates: 300 bps to 115.2 kbps
Serial Interface: RS-232, DB9-F
Serial Protocols: AT Commands, PPP, UDP/IP, TCP/IP, SMTP,

HTTP, DHCP, SMS, SLIP
RF Antenna Connector: 50 Ohm SMA (female)
Input Current Range: 50 to 250 mA
Typical Current Drain (at 12 Vdc): 50 mA dormant (idle for 10 to 20 seconds),

120 mA transmit/receive
Input Voltage Range: 9 to 28 VDC
Operating Temperature Range: -30° to +70°C
Operating Humidity Range: 5% to 95% RH non-condensing
Status LEDs: Power, Network, Signal, Activity

Dimensions: 7.6 x 2.7 x 10 cm (3”W x 1”D x 4”L)
Weight: 160g (5.6 oz)

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4. Configuration

4.1 Base Station Requirements for Raven XT-Telus

PC running Campbell Scientifics’ LoggerNet or PC400 software, with access
to the internet.

4.2 Datalogger Site Equipment

• Raven modem with power cable (included with modem).

• Datalogger—21X, CR510, CR10(X), CR23X, CR7, CR1000, CR5000,

CR3000, CR800.

• SC105 or SC932A Interface—connects the modem to the 21X, CR510,

CR10(X), CR7, or other dataloggers’ CS I/O port.

• The SC105 must be configured for use with the modem using the Device

Configuration Utility. Settings should be:

CS I/O Mode: SDC Address 7
RS-232 Mode: Modem
Baud Rate: 115.2K or 9600 baud depending on datalogger model
8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity

NOTE

• PN L18663 Null Modem Cable—connects the modem to the CR23X,

CR3000, CR800, CR2XX, CR1000 or CR5000 RS-232 port.

If you have a black SC12 cable that is not Rev 1 or newer (as
indicated on cable), it is a CS I/O cable only 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 phone and the SC932A.

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Wiring:

Red 12V (or
switched 12V)

Black G
White Not Used

PN L18663

PN L18663 Null Modem Cable—connects the modem to the CR23X, CR3000, CR800, CR2XX, CR1000

or CR5000 RS-232 port

(not compatible with the 21X, CR510, CR10X, or CR7 dataloggers).

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Wiring:

Red 12V (or
switched 12V)

Black G
White Not Used

L10873 serial cable
provided with the SC105

SC105 Settings:

CS I/O Mode: SDC Address 7
RS-232 Mode: Modem
Baud Rate: 115.2K or 9600 baud depending on datalogger model
8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity

SC105 interface connects the modem to a datalogger’s CS I/O port;

recommended for dataloggers with the Pakbus Operating System.

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Wiring:

Red 12V (or
switched 12V)

Black G
White Not Used

SC932A interface connects the modem to the CS I/O port;

recommended for dataloggers with the Mixed-Array Operating System.

L10873 serial cable
provided with the SC932A

FIGURE 4.2-1. Modem Interface Options.

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• PN L14394 Raven Mounting Kit—includes mounting hardwar e fo r

securing the modem to below referenced environmental enclosure and a 9­pin male to 9-pin female cable.

• Antenna—the following antennas are available from Campbell

Scientific. Contact a Campbell Scientific Applications Technician for
help in determining the best antenna for your application.

o The C2446 is a dual-band, omnidirectional antenna for our

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, crossarm, or user-supplied pole
(outer diameter of up to 1.5" (3.8 cm)).

o The L18285 1 dBd omnidirectional antenna. This antenna is dual

band, covering both the 800 MHz and 1.9 GHz bands, and is
strongly recommended where cellular coverage is strong. The
L18285 includes a mount/u-bolt assembly for attaching the
antenna to a mast, post, or crossarm up to 1.5" (3.8 cm) in
diameter.

o The C2445 9dBd Yagi Antenna is a higher gain antenna that

should be "aimed" at the service provider's antenna. The C2445
is a 800 MHz antenna and 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.

o The L21831 Half-Wave Dipole Whip Antenna is a lower gain

antenna used in transmitting short distances. It is an 800 MHz
cellular antenna that terminates in a SMA Male connector for
attachment to the modem. 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 attenuate the strength of the transmission
signal. Simply turning the enclosure 90 to 180 degrees on its
mounting mast may solve weak transmission issues.

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PN L18285 1 dBd Omni Directional Antenna

PN C2445 9dBd Directional Yagi Antenna

PN L21831 Half-Wave Dipole Whip Antenna

FIGURE 4.2-2. Antennas for Use with the Raven Modems

4.3 Power Considerations

• Power Supply (see power considerations).

• Environmental Enclosure— ENC 10/12, ENC 12/14, or ENC 16/18.

• A power cable included with the modem connects to the datalogger's 12 V

or switched 12 V terminal. Connection to the switched 12 V terminal
allows the datalogger to switch power to the modem during scheduled
transmission intervals if desired. Connect the red lead wire to 12 V, and
the black lead to G (ground). The white wire lead has no function and can
be ignored.

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