Campbell Scientific CELL205, CELL210, CELL215, CELL220, CELL225 Instruction manual

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Revision: 05/2020

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1. Cellular communications 1

2. Pre-installation 2

2.1 Establish cellular service 2

2.1.1 Campbell Scientific cellular data service 2

2.1.2 Other service providers 2

2.2 Install the SIM card 3

2.3 Konect PakBus Router setup 4

2.3.1 Get started 4

2.3.2 Set up Konect PakBus Router 5

3. Overview 7

4. QuickStart (integrated mode) 8

4.1 Modules using Konect PakBus Router (private dynamic IP) 10

4.1.1 Set up hardware 10

4.1.2 Configure data logger 10

4.1.3 Set up LoggerNet 13

4.1.4 Test the connection 15

4.2 Modules using a public static IP 16

4.2.1 Set up hardware 16

4.2.2 Configure data logger 16

4.2.3 Set up LoggerNet 18

4.2.4 Test the connection 20

5. Specifications 21

6. Installation 23

6.1 Base station requirements 23

6.2 Data logger site equipment 23

6.3 Wiring and connections 25

6.3.1 Module communications connections 26

6.3.2 Module power connections 28

6.3.3 Antenna connections 29

6.4 CELL200 series and data logger configuration 31

Table of contents - i

6.4.1 Integrated mode option 31

6.4.2 Non-integrated mode option 31

6.4.2.1 Configure CELL200 series 32

6.4.2.2 Configure data logger 32

6.4.2.3 Set up hardware 32

6.4.2.4 Set up LoggerNet 33

6.4.2.5 Test the connection 35

6.4.3 Serial server mode option 36

6.4.3.1 Configure CELL200 series 36

6.4.3.2 Configure data logger 39

6.4.3.3 Set up hardware 39

6.4.3.4 Set up LoggerNet 39

6.4.3.5 Test the connection 41

6.4.4 Serial client mode option 42

6.4.4.1 Configure CELL200 series 43

6.4.4.2 Configure data logger (optional) 45

6.4.4.3 Set up hardware 46

6.4.4.4 Set up LoggerNet 46

6.4.4.5 Test the connection 47

6.4.5 Serial server/client mode option 48

6.4.5.1 Configure CELL200 series 49

6.4.5.2 Configure data logger 52

6.4.5.3 Set up hardware 53

6.4.5.4 Set up LoggerNet 53

6.4.5.5 Test the connection 54

7. Operation and maintenance 55

7.1 Ports 55

7.2 LED indicator lights 56

7.3 Signal strength 56

Appendix A. Controlling power to the CELL200 series 58

Appendix B. Configuring settings and retrieving status information with the CRBasic program 60

B.1 Using the SetSetting() instruction 60

Appendix C. Cellular module terminal functionality 64

Table of contents - ii

C.1 Using cell modem terminal functionality 65 C.2 Status commands 72 C.3 Set commands 77 C.4 Action commands 79

Appendix D. Updating the operating system and firmware 81

D.1 Using the web interface (cell.linktodevice.com) 81 D.2 Using Device Configuration Utility 83

Appendix E. Verizon Wireless and AT&T 85

E.1 Verizon Wireless 85 E.2 AT&T 86

Appendix F. Cellular module regulatory information 87

F.1 Important information for North American users 87 F.2 RF exposure 87 F.3 EU 88

Table of contents - iii

1. Cellular communications

This manual provides information for interfacing CELL200 Series 4G LTE Cellular Modules to Campbell Scientific data loggers.

Use of the CELL200 series requires a cellular line of service. The products compatible with Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Vodafone, and Telstra are shown in the following table.

Product

Cellular protocol

4G LTE

CELL205

with

automatic

3G fallback

CELL210 4G LTE CAT-1

4G LTE

with

CELL215

automatic

3G and

2G fallback

4G LTE

with

CELL220

automatic

3G fallback

Market Verizon AT&T T-Mobile Vodafone Telstra Other

North

✔ ✔ ✔

America

United

✔

States

EMEA ✔ ✔

Australia

and New

✔ ✔

Zealand

CELL225 4G LTE Japan ✔

More than 600 other providers are available worldwide through Campbell Scientific. See Establish cellular service

(p. 2) for more information.

Before using the CELL200 series, please review:

l Safety l Pre-installation (p. 2) l QuickStart (integrated mode) (p. 8)

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2. Pre-installation

TIP: Check www.campbellsci.com to ensure you are using the latest data logger support software and data logger operating system (OS).

Updating the OS during system setup and testing, or onsite is recommended. Sending an OS to a remote data logger will interrupt the data logger program. If you have questions, contact Campbell Scientific for assistance (https://www.campbellsci.com/support).

2.1 Establish cellular service

For better security, we recommend using Konect PakBus® Router with a private dynamic IP address. This method allows only incoming PakBus communication. No other incoming communication is supported. However, all forms of outbound communication from the data logger are supported, including but not limited to PakBus, email, and ftp.

A public static IP address can also be used. This provides more incoming communication functionality, but is less secure and more vulnerable to unsolicited traffic.

NOTE: A public static IP account must be used when the module is set up in serial server mode. Private dynamic IP accounts do not support the serial server mode.

2.1.1 Campbell Scientific cellular data service

Campbell Scientific can provide subscriptions to cellular service through Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Vodafone, Telstra, and over 600 other providers worldwide. When this cellular service is purchased with the module, the module will come pre-provisioned with the required SIM card and APN. If you have already purchased the CELL200 series, call Campbell Scientific to set up service.

2.1.2 Other service providers

While using Campbell Scientific is the simplest way to obtain cellular data service for your module, you can go directly to a provider. For more information on obtaining service directly from Verizon and AT&T, see Verizon Wireless and AT&T (p. 85).

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TIP: Prepaid cellular data plans may experience service slow downs when data limits are reached. If file transfer from a cellular-connected data logger works initially, but later has problems, check for data overage on the cellular plan.

This does not apply to Campbell Scientific cellular data services.

2.2 Install the SIM card

NOTE: If you purchased cellular service from Campbell Scientific with the module, it will come with the SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card already installed. Proceed to Konect PakBus Router

setup (p. 4)

The CELL200 series requires a Micro-SIM (3FF) (6 position / contacts); a smartcard that securely stores the key identifying a mobile subscriber. You should only need to install the SIM once in the life of the module.

To install the SIM card:

1. Remove the SIM card cover.

2. Note the location of the notched corner for correct alignment. The gold contact points of the SIM face down when inserting the SIM card as shown in the following figure. Gently slide the card into the slot until it stops and locks into place. To eject the SIM card, press it in slightly and release.

3. Replace the SIM card cover.

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FIGURE 2-1. SIM card installation

2.3 Konect PakBus Router setup

2.3.1 Get started

You will need the Konect PakBus Router redemption code that came on a card with the CELL200 series.

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Open a web browser and go to www.konectgds.com.

First-time users need to create a free account. After you submit your information, you will receive two emails up to five minutes apart. One email will contain a Passport ID and the other your Password. If emails are not received, check your email junk folder.

2.3.2 Set up Konect PakBus Router

1. Sign in to www.konectgds.com using your Passport ID and Password found in the two received emails. Once logged in, you will be at the Welcome page.

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Click devices and services on the command bar to the left and select Redeem PakBus Router Code. Enter your complimentary Router Code found on the included card with your cellular-enabled device and click Submit.

3. The next screen shows the assigned DNS address and Port for the router. Enter a TCP Password and select a unique PakBus Address for your data logger.

TIP: Make note of this information for use in later steps.

4. Click Submit.

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To edit settings at a later date, click devices and services on the command bar and select Manage PakBus Routers.

NOTE: The DNS address and Port number, assigned when your account was setup, cannot be edited.

3. Overview

The CELL200-series modules may be configured in one of five ways, depending on the data logger, communications type, and needs of the user.

l Integrated: The module mimics the behavior of our integrated cell modems. No settings

are configured directly in the module. All settings are configured in the attached data logger.

l Non-integrated: The module mimics the behavior of our older cellular modems. Settings

must be configured in both the module and the data logger.

l Serial Server: In this mode, the module receives IP communications over the cellular

network and converts those to serial communications to pass on to the data logger. From the perspective of the data logger, this is no different than a serial cable connecting it to a computer.

NOTE: A public static IP account must be used when the module is set up in serial server mode. Private dynamic IP accounts do not support the serial server mode.

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l Serial Client:Use this mode when the module is behind a cellular provider firewall and it

has a privatedynamic IP address. In serial client mode the module will connect to the cellular network and initiate a TCP client socket connection.

l Serial Server/Client:In serial server/client mode the module connects to the cellular

network and opens a listening port. When a client connects to the listening port, the CELL200 series will be in "Serial Server" mode, as described earlier. When no client is connected to the listening port, the CELL200 series will be in "Serial Client" mode, as described earlier, and all data on the active port will be sent and received through the initiated TCP client socket connection.

Data loggers compatible with each mode are shown in the following table.

Integrated

PPP

Non-

integrated

PPP

Serial

server

Serial

client

Serial server/ client

CR6 series/CR1000X/

CR300series

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

CR1000/CR3000/CR800series ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

CR200(X) series ✔ ✔ ✔

Array-based

✔ ✔ ✔

(Edlog)dataloggers

Integrated PPP mode requires operating system 03.00 or later for the CR1000X, 09.00 or greater for the CR6

series, and 08.00 or later for the CR300 series.

Serial server mode requires a public static IP account.

Requires CELL200 series OS 2.00 or later.

4. QuickStart (integrated mode)

NOTE: This QuickStart describes configuring the CELL200 series in integrated mode (mimicking our internal cell modems) with its default settings. It can also be configured in non integrated or serial server mode.

This QuickStart section does not apply to CR3000, CR1000 and CR800-series users. See

Overview (p. 7) for more information on the different modes. See CELL200 series and data

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logger configuration (p. 31) for more information on configuring the module in the different

modes.

The Provisioning Report received with your Cellular Data Service shows whether the module was configured with a private dynamic or public static IP address. See FIGURE 4-1 (p. 9) for an example of a Campbell Scientific Provisioning Report. Other cellular providers should provide similar information.

FIGURE 4-1. Static IP provisioning report

Additionally, Campbell Scientific cellular modules configured with a public static IP address will have two stickers on the module, as shown in FIGURE 4-2 (p. 9). One sticker will show the module phone number and data plan. The second sticker will show the static IP address.

Campbell Scientific cellular modules configured with a private dynamic IP address will have one sticker on the module. It will show the module phone number and data plan.

FIGURE 4-2. Module with public static IP address

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4.1 Modules using Konect PakBus Router (private dynamic IP)

4.1.1 Set up hardware

1. Connect the Cellular antenna.

2. Connect your data logger to the CELL200-series module RS-232 or CS I/O port. See Wiring

and connections (p. 25).

3. If not connecting through CS I/O, provide power to the CELL200 series.

4.1.2 Configure data logger

1. Connect to your data logger by using Device Configuration Utility.

2. On the Network Services tab in the PakBus/TCP Client field, enter the DNS address and Port number noted during the Konect PakBus Router setup.

3. On the PPP tab, set Config/Port Used to CS I/O SDC8 or RS-232, depending on how you are connected to the data logger.

4. (Optional) On the PPP tab, set User Name and Password if required by your cellular carrier (usually outside of the United Sates).

5. Verify the Modem Dial String setting is blank.

6. If connecting through RS-232, on the Comport Settings tab, set RS232 BaudRate to 115200Fixed.

7. Shut down Device Configuration Utility and start it again. This will activate the Cellular tab needed for the next step.

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8. On the Cellular tab, enter the APN provided by your cellular provider.

9. On the Datalogger tab enter the PakBus/TCP Password twice. This setting specifies a password that will make the data logger authenticate any incoming or outgoing PakBus/TCP connection. It must match the value entered in the Konect PakBus Router setup.

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10. (Optional) By default, the CELL200 series will accept incoming communications from any IP address. This can be a security risk. You may specify up to four IP addresses, with wild cards, to limit connections to only those trusted sources. Use an asterisk (*) as a wild card. For example, a setting of 166.22.*.* would allow connections from devices that have IP addresses starting with 166.22. Both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported.

CAUTION: Only set a Trusted IP address if you are familiar with their use. Consult your IT department or Campbell Scientific for assistance.

NOTE: This setting does not affect outbound connections, only incoming connections.

In the Device Configuration Utility go to the Settings Editor then Network Services. Next to the Trusted Hosts field, click Edit and Add your trusted IP addresses, one at a time.

11. Click Apply to save the changes.

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4.1.3 Set up LoggerNet

The LoggerNet Network Map is configured from the LoggerNet Setup screen.

NOTE: Setup has two options, EZ (simplified) and Standard. Click on the View menu at the top of the Setup screen, and select Standard view.

From the LoggerNet toolbar, click Main > Setup and configure the Network Map as described in the following steps:

1. Select Add Root > IPPort.

2. Select PakBusPort and pbRouter for PakBus data loggers such as the CR1000X or CR300.

3. Add a data logger to the pbRouter.

4. Select the IPPort in the Network Map. Enter the Konect PakBus Router DNS address and port number as noted in the Konect PakBus Router setup. The DNS address and port number are input in the Internet IP Address field separated by a colon. For example, axanar.konectgds.com:pppp where pppp is the port number.

CELL200-Series 4G LTE Cellular Module 13

5. For PakBus data loggers, leave the default settings for the PakBusPort. PakBus Port Always Open should not be checked. Enter the TCP Password; this must match the value entered in the Konect PakBus Router setup and LoggerNet setup.

6. For PakBus data loggers, select the pbRouter in the Network Map and set the PakBus Address to 4070.

CELL200-Series 4G LTE Cellular Module 14

7. For PakBus data loggers, select the data logger in the Network Map and set the PakBus Address to match that of the data logger (default address in the data logger is 1). If a PakBus Encryption Key was entered during data logger setup, also enter it here. Click Apply to save the changes.

4.1.4 Test the connection

After the Network Map has been configured, test the cellular connection by using the Connect screen as shown in the following image. Click on the appropriate station and click Connect to initiate a call to the data logger.

TIP: The connection time is subject to many external factors. It is often less than 30 seconds but could be up to fifteen minutes. Be patient.

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

4.2 Modules using a public static IP

4.2.1 Set up hardware

1. Connect the Cellular antenna.

2. Connect your data logger to the CELL200-series module RS-232 or CS I/O port. See Wiring

and connections (p. 25).

3. If not connecting through CS I/O, provide power to the CELL200 series.

4.2.2 Configure data logger

1. Connect to your data logger by using Device Configuration Utility.

2. On the PPP tab, set Config/Port Used to CS I/O SDC8 or RS-232, depending on how you are connected to the data logger.

3. Verify the Modem Dial String setting is blank.

4. If connecting through RS-232, on the Comport Settings tab, set RS232 BaudRate to 115200 Fixed.

CELL200-Series 4G LTE Cellular Module 16

5. On the Cellular tab, enter the APN provided by your cellular provider.

6. (Optional) By default, the CELL200 series will accept incoming communications from any IP address. This can be a security risk. You may specify up to four IP addresses, with wild cards, to limit connections to only those trusted sources. Use an asterisk (*) as a wild card. For example, a setting of 166.22.*.* would allow connections from devices that have IP addresses starting with 166.22. Both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported.

CAUTION: Only set a Trusted IP address if you are familiar with their use. Consult your IT department or Campbell Scientific for assistance.

NOTE: This setting does not affect outbound connections, only incoming connections.

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In the Device Configuration Utility go to the Settings Editor then Network Services. Next to the Trusted Hosts field, click Edit and Add your trusted IP addresses, one at a time.

7. Click Apply to save the changes.

4.2.3 Set up LoggerNet

The LoggerNet Network Map is configured from the LoggerNet Setup screen.

NOTE: Setup has two options, EZ (simplified) and Standard. Click on the View menu at the top of the Setup screen, and select Standard view.

From the LoggerNet toolbar, click Main > Setup and configure the Network Map as described in the following steps:

1. Select Add Root > IPPort.

2. Select PakBusPort

3. Add a data logger to the PakBusPort.

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4. Select the IPPort in the Network Map. Enter the CELL200 series IP address and port number. The IP address and port number are input in the Internet IP Address field separated by a colon. Preceding zeros are not entered in the Internet IP Address (for example,

070.218.074.247 is entered as 70.218.74.247). The default port number is 6785.

5. For PakBus data loggers, leave the default settings for the PakBusPort. PakBus Port Always Open should not be checked. If used, enter the TCP Password.

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6. For PakBus data loggers, select the data logger in the Network Map and set the PakBus Address to match that of the data logger (default address in the data logger is 1). If a PakBus Encryption Key was entered during data logger setup, also enter it here. Click Apply to save the changes.

4.2.4 Test the connection

TIP: The connection time is subject to many external factors. It is often less than 30 seconds but could be up to fifteen minutes. Be patient.

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5. Specifications

Data Logger Compatibility

The CELL200 series is compatible with the CR1000X, CR300 series, CR6 series, CR1000, CR3000, CR800 series, CR200(X) series, CR5000, CR10X, CR10X-PB, CR510, CR510-PB, CR23X, and CR23X-PB. See Module communications connections (p. 26) for information on communication options with each data logger model.

Cellular WAN

See

https://s.campbellsci.com/documents/us/miscellaneous/Cellular%20Modem%20Frequency%20B ands.pdf for a complete list of supported frequency bands.

Host Interfaces

l CS I/O communications port, DB9 male l RS-232 serial port, DB9 female l USB version 2.0 with micro-B connector

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RF Connectors

l 2 SMA antenna connectors (primary and diversity)

Power

l Operating Voltage: 10 to 30 VDC l Low Power Mode:300 μA l Typical Idle: 14 mA @ 12 VDC l Typical Active: 39 mA @ 12 VDC (CELL205, CELL215, CELL220, CELL225)

25 mA @ 12 VDC (CELL210)

Size

l Dimensions: 13.46 X 8.1 X 2.86 cm (5.3 X 3.19 X 1.13 in) l Weight: 215.5 g (7.6 oz)

Environmental

l Operating Temperature Range: –40 to 80 °C l Storage Temperature: –45 to 80 °C l Humidity: 10 to 90%

Industry Certifications

l Environmental: RoHS

SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card interface

l Micro-SIM (3FF) (6 position / contacts) l Supports SIMs that require 1.8 or 3 VDC

Data Speeds

l LTE: Max 10 Mbps (download) / Max 5 Mbps (upload) l WCDMA: Max 384 Kbps (download) / Max 384 Kbps (upload) l GSM

EDGE: Max 296 Kbps (download) / Max 236.8 Kbps (upload)

GPRS: Max 107 Kbps (download) / Max 85.6 Kbps (upload)

Compliance

l Industry Canada (IC): 10224A-201611EC21A

l View Declaration of Conformity at:

www.campbellsci.com/cell205 www.campbellsci.com/cell210

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www.campbellsci.com/cell215 www.campbellsci.com/cell220 www.campbellsci.com/cell225

6. Installation

6.1 Base station requirements 23

6.2 Data logger site equipment 23

6.3 Wiring and connections 25

6.3.1 Module communications connections 26

6.3.2 Module power connections 28

6.3.3 Antenna connections 29

6.4 CELL200 series and data logger configuration 31

6.4.1 Integrated mode option 31

6.4.2 Non-integrated mode option 31

6.4.3 Serial server mode option 36

6.4.4 Serial client mode option 42

6.4.5 Serial server/client mode option 48

6.1 Base station requirements

A computer running Campbell Scientific LoggerNet software with access to the Internet is needed.

6.2 Data logger site equipment

l CELL200-series module with power cable (included with module) l Data logger — CR1000X series, CR300 series, CR6 series, CR1000, CR3000, CR800 series,

CR5000, and GRANITE 6/9/10

l Module Interface, see Module communications connections (p. 26) l Environmental Enclosure — ENC10/12, ENC12/14, or ENC16/18

If connecting to CS I/O port:

SC12 cable (preferred for CR1000X series, CR300 series, CR6 series, CR1000, CR3000,

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CR800 series, CR5000, and GRANITE 6/9/10 data loggers ) — connects the module to current data logger with a CS I/O port. See CS I/O connection (p. 27)

SC105 Interface — connects the module to any data logger with a CS I/O port. It must be configured using Device Configuration Utility. Settings should be:

l CS I/O Mode: SDC Address 8 l CS I/O ME Baud Rate: 115.2k l RS-232 Mode: Modem (default) l Baud Rate:

l 115.2k fixed for CR1000X series, CR300 series, CR6 series, CR1000, CR3000,

CR800 series, CR5000, and GRANITE 6/9/10 data loggers

l 9600 for CR10X, CR10X-PB, CR510, CR510-PB, CR23X, CR23X-PB, and CR200

(X) series data loggers

l 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity

If connecting to RS-232 port:

Null Modem Cable (9 pin, male-to-male) — connects the module to the CR1000X series, CR300 series, CR1000, CR3000, CR800 series, and CR200(X) series RS-232 port.

CPI/RS-232 RJ45 to DB9 Cable — connects the module to the CR6 series or CR1000X series CPI/RS-232 port.

l Antenna — the following antennas are available from Campbell Scientific. Contact

Campbell Scientific for help in determining the best antennas for your application.

2 dBd 4G/3G Omnidirectional Antenna: An omnidirectional antenna with mounting bracket that is ideally suited for use with 4G and 3G cellular gateways. The mounting bracket attaches to a mast or crossarm, and it serves as the antenna ground plane. The antenna has an N type (female) threaded permanent stud for easy mounting to the included bracket or through an enclosure wall. A coaxial cable, sold separately, is required to connect this antenna to the inline surge suppression or module antenna jack. The antenna includes a mount/U-bolt assembly for attaching the antenna to a mast, post, or crossarm up to 3.8 cm (1.5 in) in diameter.

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8 dBd Yagi Wideband Antenna: A higher gain antenna that should be “aimed” at the service provider antenna. It covers both the 800-MHz band and the 1.9-GHz band. The antenna comes with bracket/U-bolt assembly for attaching the antenna to a mast or post. A coaxial cable, sold separately, is required to connect this antenna to the inline surge suppression or module antenna jack. This antenna is recommended for areas that require a higher gain antenna.

4G/3G Cellular Whip Antenna with SMA Connector: A wideband termination antenna with SMA connector and articulating base. This antenna is intended for short-term testing use only. It is not intended for long-term use. Campbell Scientific recommends that customers use external antennas for the best reception and transmission of cellular signals.

NOTE: When antennas are located away from the CELL200 series, keep the cables as short as possible to prevent the loss of antenna gain. Route the cables to protect them from damage and so they will not be snagged or pulled on. Avoid binding or sharp corners in the cable routing. Bundle and tie off excess cable. Make sure the cables are secured so their weight will not loosen the connector from the CELL200 series over time.

TIP: Cellular phone apps, such as OpenSignal (https://opensignal.com/), show the direction to point an antenna to get the best signal strength.

6.3 Wiring and connections

This section explains how to connect the module for different communications methods. It also describes how to power the module and connect an antenna.

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6.3.1 Module communications connections

The following table shows communications options for each Campbell Scientific data logger model.

Table 6-1: CELL200 series data logger compatibility chart

Data logger model

Connecting to CELL200 series

CR300 N/A

CR310 N/A

CR6

(PPP and serial server)

CR1000X

(PPP and serial server)

CR200(X) N/A

via CS I/O port

SC12 CS I/O cable

Connecting to CELL200 series

via RS- 232 port

RS-232 null modem cable, or

C-port to RS-232 cable

(PPP or serial server)

RS-232 null modem cable, or

C-port to RS-232 cable

(PPP or serial server)

CPI/RS-232 cable, or

C- or U-port to RS-232 cable, or

SC105 CS I/O to RS-232 adapter

CPI/RS-232 cable, or

C-port to RS-232 cable, or

SC105 CS I/O to RS-232 adapter

RS-232 null modem cable

(serial server only)

CR800

SC12 CS I/O cable

(PPP and serial server)

SC12 CS I/O cable

CR1000

(PPP and serial server)

SC12 CS I/O cable

CR3000

(PPP and serial server)

CR5000 N/A

RS-232 null modem cable

(PPP or serial server), or

C-port to RS-232 cable, or

SC105 CS I/O to RS-232 adapter

RS-232 null modem cable

(PPP or serial server), or

C-port to RS-232 cable, or

SC105 CS I/O to RS-232 adapter

RS-232 null modem cable

(PPP or serial server), or

C-port to RS-232 cable, or

SC105 CS I/O to RS-232 adapter

RS-232 null modem cable

(serial server only)

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Table 6-1: CELL200 series data logger compatibility chart

Data logger model

CR510andCR10X N/A SC105 CS I/O to RS-232 adapter

CR510-PBandCR10X-PB

CR23X N/A

CR23X-PB

FIGURE 6-1 (p. 27), FIGURE 6-2 (p. 28), and FIGURE 6-3 (p. 28) illustrate the most common

communication connections between a data logger and a CELL200 series.

Connecting to CELL200 series

via CS I/O port

SC12 CS I/O cable

(serial server only)

(SDC7 and SDC8 only)

SC12 CS I/O cable (serial server only)

(SDC7 and SDC8 only)

CS I/O connection using an SC12 cable

Connecting to CELL200 series

via RS- 232 port

SC105 CS I/O to RS-232 adapter

RS-232 null modem cable

(serial server only), or

SC105 CS I/O to RS-232 adapter

RS-232 null modem cable

(serial server only), or

SC105 CS I/O to RS-232 adapter

The SC12 is used to connect the module to a data logger CS I/O port.

FIGURE 6-1. CS I/O connection

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RS-232 connection using a null modem cable

Null Modem Cable is used to connect the module to the CR3000, CR800, CR2XX, CR300

series, or CR1000 RS-232 port. Power is provided from the 12V or SW12V port of the data

logger.

FIGURE 6-2. RS-232 connection

CR1000X or CR6 RS-232 connection using a CPI/RS-232 cable

RS-232/CPI RJ45 to DB9 Male DTE is used to connect the module to the CR6 or CR1000X.

Power is provided from the 12V or SW12V port of the data logger.

FIGURE 6-3. CR6/CR1000X RS-232 connection

6.3.2 Module power connections

When connecting through the CS I/O port, power for the module is provided by the data logger. When connecting through the RS-232 port, power must be supplied through the Power In connector.

Controlling power to the CELL200 series (p. 58) provides an example CRBasic program using the

IPNetPower() instruction to control power to the CELL200 series. This functionality is

available in the CR300 series (all operating systems), the CR6 series with operating system 09.00 or greater, and the CR1000X with operating system 03.00 or greater. To control power in these data loggers with older operating systems or any CR1000, CR800 series, or CR3000, you will need to use a SW12V port on the data logger and communicate over RS-232.

Alternatively, CR1000X series, CR300 series, CR6 series, CR1000, CR3000, CR800 series, CR5000, and GRANITE 6/9/10 can use terminal commands to control power. Search for "deep sleep" and "wakeup" in Using cell modem terminal functionality (p. 65). CR1000, CR800 series, and

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CR3000 CRBasic programs require PPPClose before the "deep sleep" command and

PPPOpen before the "wakeup" command.

The USB port provides power for module configuration, but is not sufficient for normal operation.

6.3.3 Antenna connections

Use of a diversity antenna can improve system performance. It is required in 4G networks, but not 2G or 3G.

FIGURE 6-4. Antenna connections

1. Connect the cellular antenna to the Primary Antenna connector. Mount the cellular antenna so there is at least 20 cm between the antenna and the user or any bystander.

2. Connect a second antenna, if used, to the Diversity Antenna connector.

Antenna diversity, also called space diversity, is a scheme that uses two or more antennas to improve the quality and reliability of a wireless link. Often, especially in urban and indoor environments, there is no clear line of sight between transmitter and receiver. Instead, the signal is reflected along multiple paths before finally being received. Each bounce can introduce phase shifts, time delays, attenuations, and distortions that can destructively interfere with one another at the aperture of the receiving antenna. Diversity-antenna-capable devices support multiple antennas (usually two) in order to combat this phenomenon and minimize its effects.

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Diversity antennas are not required for 2G/3G connections; however, they are highly recommended in order to get the most reliable connection, especially in areas of low coverage. Identical or very similar antennas should also be used for the best results.

For 4G networks, the second antenna operates as a MIMO (multiple input, multiple output ) antenna, providing a second receive path and a second transmit path. This connection is required for operation on 4G/LTE networks.

Table 6-2: Recommended antenna separation

Service

Frequency

(MHz)

LTE 700 428 214 107

LTE 800 375 187 94

LTE 900 333 167 83

LTE 1800 167 83 42

LTE 2100 143 71 36

LTE 2600 115 58 29

WCDMA 850 353 176 88

WCDMA 900 333 167 83

WCDMA 1900 158 79 39

WCDMA 2100 143 71 36

CDMA/EV-DO 800 375 187 94

Wavelength (λ)

(mm)

Best antenna

separation (mm)

(1/2 λ)

Good antenna

separation (mm)

(1/4 λ)

CDMA/EV-DO 1900 158 79 39

GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850 353 176 88

GSM/GPRS/EDGE 900 333 167 83

GSM/GPRS/EDGE 1800 167 83 42

GSM/GPRS/EDGE 1900 158 79 39

WARNING: Antenna may not exceed the maximum gain specified in RF exposure (p. 87).

In more complex installations, such as those requiring long cable lengths or multiple connections, you must follow the maximum dBi gain guidelines specified by the radio

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communications regulations of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Industry Canada, or your country's regulatory body.

6.4 CELL200 series and data logger configuration

NOTE: Instructions in this section assume that the steps in Pre-installation (p. 2) have been completed. Cellular service must be setup before web access using

www.cell.linktodevice.com/ is available.

Select the installation option that best suits your application. The Overview (p. 7) section describes the differences.

6.4.1 Integrated mode option 31

6.4.2 Non-integrated mode option 31

6.4.3 Serial server mode option 36

6.4.4 Serial client mode option 42

6.4.5 Serial server/client mode option 48

6.4.1 Integrated mode option

QuickStart (integrated mode) (p. 8) describes setting up the CELL200 series in integrated mode

with its default settings.

If the module is not in its default settings, the settings in the CELL200 series must match those in the data logger for integrated mode to work. This includes the SDC Address for CS I/O communication or the RS-232 Baud Rate for RS 232 communication. Once these settings match, all other configuration changes can be done in the data logger as described in QuickStart

(integrated mode) (p. 8).

See Non-integrated mode option (p. 31) for information on changing these settings in the CELL200 series and data logger.

6.4.2 Non-integrated mode option

In non-integrated mode, the module mimics the behavior of our older cellular modems. This mode should be used when doing a direct replacement of a Raven or an RV50 modem.

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6.4.2.1 Configure CELL200 series

1. Connect a USB cable between your module and computer.

2. Connect the Cellular antenna.

3. Connect the Diversity antenna, if used. (Not required. See Antenna connections (p. 29).)

4. Open a web browser and go to: www.cell.linktodevice.com/.

TIP: If your computer does not respond to the DNS server correctly, browse to 192.168.86.1.

5. On the Settings tab, enter the APN provided by your cellular provider.

6. If you will be connecting through CS I/O, select the desired SDC Address.

7. If you will be connecting through RS-232, select the desired RS232 Baud Rate.

6.4.2.2 Configure data logger

1. Connect to your data logger using Device Configuration Utility.

2. If using the Konect PakBus Router:

a. On the Datalogger tab, change the data logger PakBus Address and optional

PakBus/TCP Password to match the values entered in the Konect PakBus Router setup.

b. On the Network Services tab in the PakBus/TCP Client field, enter the DNS address

and Port number noted during the Konect PakBus Router setup.

3. On the PPP tab, set Config/Port Used to the CS I/O SDC address selected in the module or RS-232 depending on how you will be connected to the data logger.

4. Verify the Modem Dial String setting is blank.

5. (Optional) If using CS I/O communication, the throughput can be enhanced by changing the SDC Baud Rate from 115200 to 460800. On the Advanced tab, set the SDC Baud Rate to

460800. Note that if there are other devices on the CS I/O port, they all must be able to support this higher baud rate.

6.4.2.3 Set up hardware

1. Connect the Cellular antenna.

2. Connect your data logger to the CELL200-series module RS-232 or CS I/O port. See Wiring

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and connections (p. 25).

3. If not connecting through CS I/O, provide power to the CELL200 series.

6.4.2.4 Set up LoggerNet

The LoggerNet Network Map is configured from the LoggerNet Setup screen.

NOTE: Setup has two options, EZ (simplified) and Standard. Click on the View menu at the top of the Setup screen, and select Standard view.

From the LoggerNet toolbar, click Main > Setup and configure the Network Map as described in the following steps:

1. Select Add Root > IPPort.

2. Select PakBusPort and pbRouter for PakBus data loggers such as the CR1000X or CR300.

3. Add a data logger to the pbRouter.

4. Select the IPPort in the Network Map. Enter the CELL200 series IP address (public static IP) or the Konect PakBus Router DNS address (private dynamic IP), along with the port number. The address and port number are input in the Internet IP Address field separated by a colon. Preceding zeros are not entered (for example, 070.218.074.247 is entered as

70.218.74.247). When not using Konect, the default port number is 6785.

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6. For PakBus data loggers, select the pbRouter in the Network Map and set the PakBus Address to 4070.

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6.4.2.5 Test the connection

TIP: The connection time is subject to many external factors. It is often less than 30 seconds but could be up to fifteen minutes. Be patient.

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6.4.3 Serial server mode option

In serial server mode, the module receives IP communications over the cellular network and converts those to serial communications to pass on to the data logger. From the perspective of the data logger, this is no different than a serial cable connecting it to a computer.

This is the mode used with CR200-Series and Edlog (CR23X, CR10X, and CR510) data loggers, and cellular-to-RF networks. Only one IP connection at a time is supported.

NOTE: A public static IP account must be used when the module is set up in serial server mode. Private dynamic IP accounts do not support the serial server mode.

NOTE: Instructions in this section assume that you have established cellular service and the SIM card has been installed as described in QuickStart (integrated mode) (p. 8).

6.4.3.1 Configure CELL200 series

To set up the CELL200 series in serial server mode:

1. Connect a USB cable between your module and computer.

2. Connect the Cellular antenna.

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3. Connect the Diversity antenna, if used. (Not required. See Antenna connections (p. 29).)

4. Open a web browser and go to: www.cell.linktodevice.com/.

TIP: If your computer does not respond to the DNS server correctly, browse to 192.168.86.1.

5. On the Settings tab, enter the APN provided by your cellular provider.

6. Set Mode to Serial Server.

7. Set Serial Server Listen Port Number. (Default is 3001. This is entered along with the IP address as part of the LoggerNet configuration.)

8. (Optional) In this mode, an Automated Power Schedule can be setup to save on battery life or on cellular charges. Go to the Settings then Serial Mode Setup tab. Enter a Start (poweron) Time, On Duration, and Repeat Cycle.

For example: With the following settings of Start (power-on) Time of 22:00, On Duration of 10 minutes, and Repeat Cycle of Every Hour the cellular module will turn on for ten minutes

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only twice each day. It will turn on at 10:00 pm and 11:00 pm. It will not turn on at midnight since it is powered off at the start of the next day.

9. (Optional) By default, the CELL200 series will accept incoming communications from any IP address. This can be a security risk. You may specify up to four IP addresses, with wild cards, to limit connections to only those trusted sources. Use an asterisk (*) as a wild card. For example, a setting of 166.22.*.* would allow connections from devices that have IP addresses starting with 166.22. Both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported.

CAUTION: Only set a Trusted IP address if you are familiar with their use. Consult your IT department or Campbell Scientific for assistance.

NOTE: This setting does not affect outbound connections, only incoming connections.

Go to the Settings then Advanced tab. Enter your trusted IP addresses, one per line, in the Trusted IP Host Addresses box.

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10. (Optional, for modules with static IP addresses.) To get remote access to the module you must first set up a User Account. For security purposes there is no default account. Select Settings > User Accounts > Logon > Create a new Account. Provide Name, Password, and select the Permission Level. Close then Apply Changes.

Once the module has an account it can be accessed remotely using its static IP address. Type the IP address into a web browser to be prompted for the user name and password.

6.4.3.2 Configure data logger

1. Connect to your data logger by using Device Configuration Utility.

2. On the PPP tab, set Config/Port Used to Inactive.

3. When using RS-232 serial server mode, it is recommended that you use a fixed baud rate on the data logger RS-232 port. On the Com Ports Settings tab, select the RS-232 port and set the Baud Rate to the fixed option to match the RS 232 baud rate set in the CELL200series module.

4. If using CS I/O communication, the throughput can be enhanced by changing the SDC Baud Rate from 115200 to 460800. On the Advanced tab, set the SDC Baud Rate to 460800. Note that if there are other devices on the CSI/O port, they all must be able to support this higher baud rate.

6.4.3.3 Set up hardware

1. Connect the Cellular antenna.

2. Connect your data logger to the CELL200-series module RS-232 or CS I/O port. See Wiring

and connections (p. 25).

3. If not connecting through CS I/O, provide power to the CELL200 series.

6.4.3.4 Set up LoggerNet

The LoggerNet Network Map is configured from the LoggerNet Setup screen.

NOTE: Setup has two options, EZ (simplified) and Standard. Click on the View menu at the top of the Setup screen, and select Standard view.

From the LoggerNet toolbar, click Main > Setup and configure the Network Map as described in the following steps:

1. Select Add Root > IPPort.

2. Add a data logger to the IPPort.

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3. Select the IPPort in the Network Map. Enter the CELL200 series IP address (public static IP) or the Konect PakBus Router DNS address (private dynamic IP), along with the port number. The address and port number are input in the Internet IP Address field separated by a colon. Preceding zeros are not entered (for example, 070.218.074.247 is entered as

70.218.74.247). For serial server mode, the default port number is 3001.

4. For PakBus data loggers, leave the default settings for the PakBusPort. PakBus Port Always Open; it should not be checked. If used, enter the TCP Password.

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5. For PakBus data loggers, select the data logger in the Network Map and set the PakBus Address to match that of the data logger (default address in the data logger is 1). Click Apply to save the changes.

6.4.3.5 Test the connection

TIP: The connection time is subject to many external factors. It is often less than 30 seconds but could be up to fifteen minutes. Be patient.

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6.4.4 Serial client mode option

This mode requires CELL200 series operating system 2.00 or newer. Find the CELL200 series OS version in the OS Date field of the Status Tab. For more information, see Updating the operating

system and firmware (p. 81).

In serial client mode the module will connect to the cellular network and initiate a TCP client socket connection. When data is sent to the active port (RS-232 or CS I/O) it will be sent out on the TCP client connection. When data is received on the TCP client socket connection it is passed to the active port (RS-232 or CS I/O).

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Use this mode when the module is behind a cellular provider firewall and it has a privatedynamic IP address. This mode requires the receiving TCP/IP connection be on a public static IP address, on the same private cellular network, DNSname or there be a hole in the firewall.

NOTE: Instructions in this section assume that you have established cellular service and the SIM card has been installed as described in QuickStart (integrated mode) (p. 8).

6.4.4.1 Configure CELL200 series

To set up the CELL200 series in serial server mode:

1. Connect a USB cable between your module and computer.

2. Connect the Cellular antenna.

3. Connect the Diversity antenna, if used. (Not required. See Antenna connections (p. 29).)

4. Open a web browser and go to: www.cell.linktodevice.com/.

TIP: If your computer does not respond to the DNS server correctly, browse to 192.168.86.1.

5. On the Settings tab, enter the APN provided by your cellular provider.

6. On the General tab, set Mode to Serial Client.

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7. Select the Serial Mode Setup tab.

8. Enter the URL and Port Number of the server/device that the module will connect to.

9. (Optional) Select Always Open for the Timeout .

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10. (Optional) In this mode, an Automated Power Schedule can be setup to save on battery life or on cellular charges. Go to the Settings then Serial Mode Setup tab. Enter a Start (poweron) Time, On Duration, and Repeat Cycle.

For example: With the following settings of Start (power-on) Time of 22:00, On Duration of 10 minutes, and Repeat Cycle of Every Hour the cellular module will turn on for ten minutes only twice each day. It will turn on at 10:00 pm and 11:00 pm. It will not turn on at midnight since it is powered off at the start of the next day.

6.4.4.2 Configure data logger (optional)

SendVariables() is used to initiate a data logger call-back attempt to a computer running

LoggerNet. It has the following syntax:

SendVariables (ResultCode, ComPort, NeighborAddr, PakBusAddr, Security, TimeOut,

"TableName", "FieldName", Variable, Swath )

The ComPort needs to be set to ComRS232 or ComSDC8 depending on how you have the module connected to the data logger. Set the TableName to "Public" and the FieldName

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to "Callback". The remaining parameters in the instruction are ignored. The resulting instruction will look similar to:

SendVariables (SendResult, COMRS232, 0, 4094, 0000, 0, "Public", "Callback",

Scratch, 1)

After LoggerNet receives the variable "Callback" it will begin collecting data from the data logger and store it to a file based on the data collection settings in the Setup window. See the CRBasic help for more information.

6.4.4.3 Set up hardware

1. Connect the Cellular antenna.

2. Connect your data logger to the CELL200-series module RS-232 or CS I/O port. See Wiring

and connections (p. 25).

3. If not connecting through CS I/O, provide power to the CELL200 series.

6.4.4.4 Set up LoggerNet

The LoggerNet Network Map is configured from the LoggerNet Setup screen.

NOTE: Setup has two options, EZ (simplified) and Standard. Click on the View menu at the top of the Setup screen, and select Standard view.

From the LoggerNet toolbar, click Main > Setup and configure the Network Map as described in the following steps:

1. Select Add Root > PakBusTcpServer.

2. Add a data logger to the PakBusTcpServer.

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3. Select the PakBusTcpServer in the Network Map. Select PakBus Port Always Open; the box should have a check.

4. Select the data logger in the Network Map. Select Call-Back Enabled; the box should have a check.

6.4.4.5 Test the connection

TIP: The connection time is subject to many external factors. It is often less than 30 seconds but could be up to fifteen minutes. Be patient.

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6.4.5 Serial server/client mode option

This mode requires CELL200 series operating system 2.00 or newer. Find the CELL200 series OS version in the OS Date field of the Status Tab. For more information, see Updating the operating

system and firmware (p. 81).

In serial server/client mode the module connects to the cellular network and opens a listening port. When a client connects to the listening port, the CELL200 series will be in "serial server" mode. In serial server mode, all data on the active port (RS-232 or CS I/O) will be routed through the listening port. When no client is connected to the listening port, the CELL200 series will be in "serial client" mode and all data on the active port will be sent and received through the initiated TCP client socket connection.

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The incoming connection, or serial server mode, takes precedence. An outbound, or client, connection will be interrupted if a connection is made on the incoming, or server, listening port.

NOTE: Instructions in this section assume that you have established cellular service and the SIM card has been installed as described in QuickStart (integrated mode) (p. 8).

6.4.5.1 Configure CELL200 series

To set up the CELL200 series in serial server mode:

1. Connect a USB cable between your module and computer.

2. Connect the Cellular antenna.

3. Connect the Diversity antenna, if used. (Not required. See Antenna connections (p. 29).)

4. Open a web browser and go to: www.cell.linktodevice.com/.

TIP: If your computer does not respond to the DNS server correctly, browse to 192.168.86.1.

5. On the Settings tab, enter the APN provided by your cellular provider.

6. On the General tab, set Mode to Serial Server/Client.

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7. Select the Serial Mode Setup tab.

8. Set Server (Listening) Port Number. (Default is 3001. This is entered along with the IP address as part of the LoggerNet configuration.)

9. Enter the URL and Port Number that the module will connect with.

10. (Optional) Select Always Open for the Timeout .

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11. (Optional) In this mode, an Automated Power Schedule can be setup to save on battery life or on cellular charges. Go to the Settings then Serial Mode Setup tab. Enter a Start (poweron) Time, On Duration, and Repeat Cycle.

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12. (Optional) By default, the CELL200 series will accept incoming communications from any IP address. This can be a security risk. You may specify up to four IP addresses, with wild cards, to limit connections to only those trusted sources. Use an asterisk (*) as a wild card. For example, a setting of 166.22.*.* would allow connections from devices that have IP addresses starting with 166.22. Both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported.

CAUTION: Only set a Trusted IP address if you are familiar with their use. Consult your IT department or Campbell Scientific for assistance.

NOTE: This setting does not affect outbound connections, only incoming connections.

Go to the Settings then Advanced tab. Enter your trusted IP addresses, one per line, in the Trusted IP Host Addresses box.

6.4.5.2 Configure data logger

1. Connect to your data logger by using Device Configuration Utility.

2. On the PPP tab, set Config/Port Used to Inactive.

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6.4.5.3 Set up hardware

1. Connect the Cellular antenna.

2. Connect your data logger to the CELL200-series module RS-232 or CS I/O port. See Wiring

and connections (p. 25).

3. If not connecting through CS I/O, provide power to the CELL200 series.

6.4.5.4 Set up LoggerNet

The LoggerNet Network Map is configured from the LoggerNet Setup screen.

NOTE: Setup has two options, EZ (simplified) and Standard. Click on the View menu at the top of the Setup screen, and select Standard view.

From the LoggerNet toolbar, click Main > Setup and configure the Network Map as described in the following steps:

1. Select Add Root > PakBusTcpServer.

2. Add a data logger to the PakBusTcpServer.

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3. Select the PakBusTcpServer in the Network Map. Select PakBus Port Always Open; the box should have a check.

4. Select the data logger in the Network Map. Select Call-Back Enabled; the box should have a check.

6.4.5.5 Test the connection

TIP: The connection time is subject to many external factors. It is often less than 30 seconds but could be up to fifteen minutes. Be patient.

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7. Operation and maintenance

7.1 Ports

The CS I/O port is the main port used with Campbell Scientific data loggers. Its function is described throughout this manual.

The RS-232 port can also be used with Campbell Scientific data loggers through a null modem cable (or CPI/RS-232 RJ45 to DB9 cable for the CR1000X and CR6 series).

The USB port is used to check the module status, configure the module, send a new operating system, or watch low-level communications. This is done by opening a web browser and using the following URL: www.cell.linktodevice.com/.

TIP: If your computer does not have access to a DNS server, browse to 192.168.86.1.

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7.2 LED indicator lights

When your CELL200-series module is connected to power and an antenna, there is a specific pattern to the lights to indicate its operation mode as described in LED Indicator Lights (p. 56).

Table 7-1: LED Indicator Lights

Green Blue Red

Network

Signal

Power/Traffic

Flashes every 8 seconds when authenticated with cellular network

Flashes every 8 seconds to indicate good signal strength

Flashes every 8 seconds to indicate all is good in network

Flashes with traffic to/from internal cell modem

Flashes every 8 seconds to indicate fair signal strength

Flashes with traffic on RS-232 or CS I/O

Flashes every 8 seconds when issue with network/settings

Flashes every 8 seconds to indicate marginal or no signal strength

Used to let user know it is in low power state (only LED flashing)

7.3 Signal strength

Signal strength may indicate the quality of connection to a cellular tower. For 3G networks, this is reported as RSSl (Received Signal Strength Indicator). For 4G, it is RSRP (Reference Signal Received Power).

Signal strength units are –dBm; –70 is a stronger signal than –100.

Table 7-2: Signal strength

Quality estimate

RSSI (3G)

dBm

Excellent -70 or greater -90 or greater

Good -71 to -85 -91 to -105

Fair -86 to 100 -106 to -115

Poor less than -100 less than -115

RSRP (4G)

dBm

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Because signal strength can vary due to multipath, interference, or other environmental effects, it may not give a true indication of communication performance or range. However, it can be useful for activities such as:

l determining the optimal direction to aim a Yagi antenna l determining the effects of antenna height and location l trying alternate (reflective) paths l seeing the effect of vegetation and weather over time

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Appendix A. Controlling power to the CELL200 series

This example shows how to control power to the CELL200 series by using the CRBasic

IPNetPower() instruction. The program uses the TimeIsBetween() instruction to power

the CELL200 series for 15 minutes every 60 minutes between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

NOTE: The IPNetPower() functionality shown in this example is available in the CR300 series with operating system 08.00 or greater, the CR6 series with operating system 09.00 or greater, and the CR1000X with operating system 03.00 or greater. To control power in these data loggers with older operating systems or any CR1000, CR800 series, or CR3000, you will need to use a SW12V port on the data logger and communicate over RS-232. When using a SW12V port, we recommend using a PPPClose() instruction to shut down the network prior to powering down the CELL200 series.

NOTE:

TimeIsBetween() requires operating system version 28.00 or greater in the CR1000,

CR3000, or CR800. It is supported in all CR1000X, CR6, and CR300 operating systems.

CRBasic Example 1: Turn CELL200 series ON and OFF under data logger control

'CR300 Series

'Declare Variables and Units

Public BattV Public PTemp_C Public ModuleState As Boolean

Units BattV=Volts Units PTemp_C=Deg C

'Define Data Tables

DataTable(Daily,True,-1)

DataInterval(0,1440,Min,10) Minimum(1,BattV,FP2,False,False)

EndTable

'Main Program

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CRBasic Example 1: Turn CELL200 series ON and OFF under data logger control

BeginProg

'Main Scan

Scan(5,Sec,1,0)

'Default Data Logger Battery Voltage measurement 'BattV'

Battery(BattV)

'Default Wiring Panel Temperature measurement 'PTemp_C'

PanelTemp(PTemp_C,60)

'Between the hours of 9:00 and 17:00, turn the CELL200 series 'on for 15 minutes at the start of every hour

If TimeIsBetween(9,17,24,Hr) AND TimeIsBetween(0,15,60,Min) Then

ModuleState=True

IPNETPower(5,1)

Else

ModuleState=False

IPNETPower(5,0)

EndIf

'Always turn OFF CELL200 series if battery drops below 11.5 volts

If BattV<11.5 Then

'Set CELL200 series power to the state of 'ModuleState' variable

IPNETPower(5,0)

EndIf

'Call Data Tables and Store Data

CallTable Daily

NextScan

EndProg

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Appendix B. Configuring settings and retrieving status information with the CRBasic program

B.1 Using the SetSetting() instruction

NOTE: This functionality is available in the CR1000X, CR300-series, and CR6 dataloggers only.

This example shows how to set up the cellular module using the SetSetting() instruction. It also illustrates how to retrieve status information from the module in the CRBasic program. This program can be downloaded from

https://s.campbellsci.com/documents/us/miscellaneous/CELL2XX-SetSettings.dld.

CRBasic Example 2: Settings configuration and status retrieval

'CR300 Series

Public battery_voltage Public panel_temperature_c

'cell modem diagnostic information

Public cell_todays_usage : Units cell_todays_usage = KB Public cell_yesterdays_usage : Units cell_yesterdays_usage = KB Public cell_this_months_usage : Units cell_this_months_usage = KB Public cell_last_months_usage : Units cell_last_months_usage = KB Public cell_rssi As Long : Units cell_rssi = DB Public cell_info As String * 400 Public cell_ip_address As String * 40 Public cell_rsrp As Long Public cell_rsrq Public cell_ecio Public cell_status As String * 300 Public cell_state As String * 100

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CRBasic Example 2: Settings configuration and status retrieval

DataTable(CELL_DIAGNOSTICS, True, -1)

Sample(1, cell_todays_usage, FP2) 'or Sample(1, Settings.CellUsageToday, FP2) Sample(1, cell_yesterdays_usage, FP2) 'or Sample(1, Settings.CellUsageYesterday, FP2) Sample(1, cell_this_months_usage, FP2) 'or Sample(1, Settings.CellUsageMonth, FP2) Sample(1, cell_last_months_usage, FP2) 'or Sample(1, Settings.CellUsageLastMonth, FP2) Sample(1, cell_rssi, IEEE4) 'or Sample(1, Settings.CellRSSI, IEEE4) Sample(1, cell_info, String) 'or Sample(1, Settings.CellInfo, String) Sample(1, cell_ip_address, String) Sample(1, cell_rsrp, IEEE4) 'or Sample(1, Settings.CellRSRP, IEEE4) Sample(1, cell_rsrq, FP2) 'or Sample(1, Settings.CellRSRQ, FP2) Sample(1, cell_ecio, FP2) 'or Sample(1, Settings.CellECIO, FP2) Sample(1, cell_status, String) 'or Sample(1, Settings.CellStatus, String) Sample(1, cell_state, String) 'or Sample(1, Settings.CellState, String)

EndTable

DataTable(TEST_DATA, True, -1)

DataInterval(0, 5, Min, 10) Minimum(1, battery_voltage, FP2, True, False) Sample(1, panel_temperature_c, FP2)

EndTable

'Main Program

BeginProg

'set up attached cell2xx module via CRBasic programming.

SetSetting("CellEnabled", True)

'Cell modem is enabled, True = enabled, False = disabled

SetSetting("CellAPN", "****.****")

'Replace *s with APN assigned by cellular provider

SetSetting("CellPwrStartTime", 1440)

'Automated start-up schedule. Setting is in minutes (into day). '1440 = Always on. 15 = 00:15 hours, 180 = 03:00 hours, 1380 = 23:00 hours

SetSetting("CellPwrDuration", 0)

'How long the modem is to stay online after it hits it Start Time. 'Setting is ignored if CellPwrStartTime is set to 1440

SetSetting("CellPwrRepeat", 0)

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'Specifies the interval (in minutes) after the 'first time of the day that the data logger 'powers on its cellular interface, that the 'data logger will power its cellular interface at 'subsequent times throughout the day. 0 = disabled.

SetSetting("CellBillingDay", 15)

'Tells the modem what day of the month to roll 'over its stats counters. Used to align it with 'my cellular provider’s billing dates.

SetSetting("CellDiversity", 1)

'Turns on the use of the cell modules diversity 'antenna in the cellular module. 0 = OFF. 1 = ON.

cell_ip_address = PPPOpen() 'Just make sure we are ready to go!

Scan (1,Sec,0,0)

PanelTemp (panel_temperature_c,60) Battery (battery_voltage) CallTable TEST_DATA

NextScan

SlowSequence

Scan (10, Min, 0, 0)

cell_rssi = Settings.CellRSSI

'read RSSI (signal strength) from tower connected to

cell_todays_usage = Settings.CellUsageToday 'usage reported in KB cell_yesterdays_usage = Settings.CellUsageYesterday 'usage reported in KB cell_this_months_usage = Settings.CellUsageMonth 'usage reported in KB cell_last_months_usage = Settings.CellUsageLastMonth 'usage reported in KB cell_info = Settings.CellInfo

'Cell Info. Same information that shows in the

'DevConfig Cellular Network Status field

cell_status = Settings.CellStatus

'Status of the cellular modem.

cell_state = Settings.CellState

'State that the modem is in. "Network ready." lets me 'know my modem is good to go. 'CellState can be the following (but not limited to):

'"Power off.", '"Powering up.", '"Powered up.", '"SIM authorized.", '"Setting baud rate.", '"Waiting for baud rate.", '"Baud rate set.", '"Baud rate failure.", '"Power off. Waiting for retry.",

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'"Powered up. SIM auth failure.", '"Querying modem.", '"Waiting for network registration.", '"Configuring modem.", '"Dialing.", '"Dialing (retry).", '"Dialed.", '"PPP negotiation.", '"Network ready.", '"PPP closing.", '"PPP paused.", '"PPP dropped.", '"Terminal AT command mode.", '"Firmware update mode.", '"Shutting down."

cell_rsrp = Settings.CellRSRP

'Reference signal received power for LTE in dbm. 'Very similar to RSSI

cell_ecio = Settings.CellECIO 'Reference signal received quality for 3G. cell_rsrq = Settings.CellRSRQ 'Reference signal received quality for 4G.

cell_ip_address = IPInfo (1, 0)

'Get the TCP/IP address of the PPP/cellular modem interface.

CallTable CELL_DIAGNOSTICS

NextScan

EndSequence

EndProg

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Appendix C. Cellular module terminal functionality

This appendix discusses the terminal functionality of the CELL200-series modules. This functionality requires a data logger with a CS I/O port.

To use the terminal functionality of the module, you must enable the terminal port. To do this:

1. Connect a USB cable between your module and computer.

2. Connect the Cellular antenna.

3. Connect the Diversity antenna, if used. (Not required. See Antenna connections (p. 29).)

4. Open a web browser and go to: www.cell.linktodevice.com/.

TIP: If your computer does not respond to the DNS server correctly, browse to 192.168.86.1.

5. On the Settings > Advanced tab, set the Terminal Port CS I/O SDC Address. (It must be set to a different address than the one used for the CS I/O Port SDC Address.)

6. Click Apply Changes.

Settings configuration and status retrieval (p. 60) illustrates how to use this functionality in a

CRBasic program.

The functionality can also be accessed directly using the terminal emulator of the data logger in serial talk through mode. The data logger terminal emulator can be accessed by connecting to the data logger in Device Configuration Utility and selecting the Terminal tab. (It can also be accessed from the Connect screen by selecting Datalogger | Terminal Emulator and then clicking Open Terminal.) With the terminal window open, press return a few times until you receive the data logger prompt (for example, CR1000X>). Type P. Then type the number corresponding to the Terminal Port CS I/O SDC Address set in the CELL200-series module. You should receive a CELL2xx> prompt. The commands in this appendix can be used from this prompt to interact with the CELL200-series module.

help

Displays all the commands that are available in the cellular module terminal.

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C.1 Using cell modem terminal functionality

NOTE: This functionality is available in all CRBasic data loggers with a CS I/O port.

CELL200 series settings configuration and status retrieval using terminal functionality (p. 65)

shows how to set up an attached CELL200-series module using the terminal functionality in the module. It also illustrates how to use the same functionality to retrieve status information from the CELL200 series and put the module into low power mode. This program can be downloaded from https://s.campbellsci.com/documents/us/miscellaneous/CELL2XX-Settings.dld.

To use the terminal functionality of the module, you must enable the terminal port. To do this:

1. Connect a USB cable between your module and computer.

2. Connect the Cellular antenna.

3. Connect the Diversity antenna, if used. (Not required. See Antenna connections (p. 29).)

4. Open a web browser and go to: www.cell.linktodevice.com/.

TIP: If your computer does not respond to the DNS server correctly, browse to 192.168.86.1.

5. On the Settings | Advanced tab, set the Terminal Port CS I/O SDC Address. (It must be set to a different address than the one used for the CS I/O Port SDC Address.)

6. Click Apply Changes.

CRBasic Example 3: CELL200 series settings configuration and status retrieval using terminal

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Public modem_apn As String * 50 'Current Access Point Name Public modem_battery_voltage 'Modem's current battery voltage Units modem_battery_voltage = V Public modem_current_day_usage As Long 'Today data usage statistics Units modem_current_day_usage = kB Public modem_current_month_usage As Long 'Current month's data usage Units modem_current_month_usage = kB Publicc modem_diversity As String 'Current setting for the Diversity Antenna Public modem_ecio 'Current ECIO value (3G signal quality) Public modem_ipprotocol As String 'Current setting for IP Protocol (IPv4,

'IPv6, or IPv4/IPv6)

Public modem_mode As String 'Current modem mode (PPP or Serial Server) Public modem_previous_day_usage As Long 'Previous day's data usage Units modem_previous_day_usage = kB

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Public modem_previous_month_usage As Long 'Previous month's data usage Units modem_previous_month_usage = kB Public modem_rsrp 'Current modem RSRP value (LTE signal Strength) Public modem_rsrq 'Current modem RSRQ value (LTE signal Quality) Publicc modem_rssi 'Current modem RSSI value (3G signal strength) Public modem_sdc_address 'Modem's current SDC address (CS I/O Port SDC

'Address setting)

Public modem_state As String * 60 'Current state of the modem (status) Public modem_is_off As Boolean Public modem_reset_needed As Boolean

'variables used to parse the strings returned by the modem.

Const CRLF = CHR(13) & CHR(10) Public returned_value As String * 70

'Temp string to hold the values returned by the modem

'Other variables

Public battery_voltage Public panel_temperature_c

DataTable(CELL_DIAGNOSTICS, TRUE, -1)

Sample(1, modem_apn, String) Sample(1, modem_battery_voltage, FP2) Sample(1, modem_current_day_usage, IEEE4) Sample(1, modem_current_month_usage, IEEE4) Sample(1, modem_diversity, String) Sample(1, modem_ecio, FP2) Sample(1, modem_ipprotocol, String) Sample(1, modem_mode, String) Sample(1, modem_previous_day_usage, IEEE4) Sample(1, modem_previous_month_usage, IEEE4) Sample(1, modem_rsrp, FP2) Sample(1, modem_rsrq, FP2) Sample(1, modem_rssi, FP2) Sample(1, modem_sdc_address, FP2) Sample(1, modem_state, String) Sample(1, modem_is_off, Boolean) Sample(1, modem_reset_needed, Boolean)

EndTable

BeginProg

'Setup Campbell Scientific external modem

#If ((LoggerType = CR6 AND OSVERSION >= 9) OR (LoggerType = CR1000X AND _

OSVERSION >= 3) OR LoggerType = CR300 AND OSVERSION >= 8)) Then

SetSetting("CellAPN", "****.****")

'Replace *s with APN assigned by cellular provider

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SetSetting("CellDiversity", 0) SetSetting("CELLBIllingDay", 10)

SetSetting("PPPInterface", COMSDC8) 'Set PPP Interface to COMSDC8

'Open a serial connection to the modem using the SDC address listed in the modem's

'Terminal Port CS I/O SDC Address: setting.

SerialOpen(ComSDC11, 460800, 0, 0, 500)

#Else

modem_reset_needed = FALSE

'Open a serial connection to the modem using the SDC address listed in the modem's

'Terminal Port CS I/O SDC Address: setting.

SerialOpen(ComSDC11, 460800, 0, 0, 500) SerialOut(ComSDC11, CRLF , "CELL2xx>", 1, 200) SerialOut(ComSDC11, "set apn ****.****" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Replace *s with APN assigned by cellular provider

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000) If (returned_value = "APN saved. Cellular module reset required!" & _

CHR(13)) Then

modem_reset_needed = TRUE

EndIf

SerialOut(ComSDC11, "set div 0" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Tell the modem not to use the diversity antenna on the cellular 'modem (default). 0 = off 1 = on

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000) If (returned_value = "Diversity saved. Cellular module reset required!" & _

CHR(13)) Then

modem_reset_needed = TRUE

EndIf

SerialOut(ComSDC11, "set baud 115200" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Set the baud rate on the RS-232 port of the cellular modem

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000) If (returned_value = "Baud rate saved. Cellular module reset required!" & _

CHR(13)) Then

modem_reset_needed = TRUE

EndIf

SerialOut(ComSDC11, "set mode PPP" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Set the mode the modem operates in PPP or SERIAL

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000) If (returned_value = "Mode set to PPP mode. Reboot required!" & _

CHR(13)) Then

modem_reset_needed = TRUE

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EndIf

SerialOut(ComSDC11, "set sdc 7" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Set the SDC address of the modem (7, 8, 10, 11)

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000) If (returned_value = "SDC address saved. Cellular module reset required!" _

& CHR(13)) Then modem_reset_needed = TRUE

EndIf

SerialOut(ComSDC11, "set listen port 3001" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Set the listen port

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000) If (returned_value = "Listen port set. Reboot required!" & _

CHR(13)) Then

modem_reset_needed = TRUE

EndIf

SerialOut(ComSDC11, "set billing 10" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Set day of the month for billing statistics

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000)

SerialOut(ComSDC11, "set roaming auto" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Set the roaming mode of the data logger (Auto or disabled).

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000) If (returned_value = "Roaming set to Auto. Cellular module reset required!"

_ & CHR(13)) Then modem_reset_needed = TRUE

EndIf

SerialOut(ComSDC11, "set ipprotocol IPv4" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Set the IP protocol used on the cellular network (IPv4, IPv6, or 'IPv4/IPv6).

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000) If (returned_value = "Protocol set to IPv4. Cellular module reset _

required!" & CHR(13)) Then

modem_reset_needed = TRUE

EndIf

'other set commands include: ' set ppp user (PPP username in modem) ' set ppp pass (PPP password in modem) ' set comms watch (allows user to sniff/watch a port, usually not used ' programatically)

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If (modem_reset_needed = TRUE) Then

Do While (modem_reset_needed = TRUE)

SerialOut(ComSDC11, "reboot" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200) SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000) If (returned_value = "Reboot started . . ." & CHR(13)) Then

modem_reset_needed = FALSE returned_value = ""

EndIf

Loop

EndIf

#EndIf

Scan (1, SEC, 3, 0)

PanelTemp(panel_temperature_c, _60Hz) Battery(battery_voltage)

NextScan

SlowSequence Scan(2, MIN, 0, 0)

'reset our variables so we know we are getting good data every time

modem_apn = "" modem_battery_voltage = 0 modem_current_day_usage = 0 modem_current_month_usage = 0 modem_diversity = "" modem_ecio = 0 modem_ipprotocol = "" modem_mode = "" modem_previous_day_usage = 0 modem_previous_month_usage = 0 modem_sdc_address = 0 modem_state = "" returned_value = ""

SerialFlush(ComSDC11)

'clean out any garbage characters that might have come in.

SerialOut(ComSDC11, CRLF , "CELL2xx>", 1, 200)

'Send a CRLF and wait CELL2xx prompt before continuing on.

SerialOut(ComSDC11, "show apn" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Query for the modems current APN setting.

SerialIn(modem_apn, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000)

SerialFlush(ComSDC11) SerialOut(COMSDC11, "show rssi" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Query for the modem's 3G signal strength information (RSSI)

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000)

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modem_rssi = returned_value 'convert string to numeric value

SerialFlush(ComSDC11) SerialOut(COMSDC11, "show rsrp" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Query for the modem's LTE network signal strength (RSRP)

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000)

modem_rsrp = returned_value

SerialFlush(ComSDC11) SerialOut(COMSDC11, "show ecio" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Query for the modem's 3G network signal quality (ECIO)

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000)

modem_ecio = returned_value

SerialFlush(ComSDC11) SerialOut(COMSDC11, "show rsrq" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Query for the modem's LTE network signal quality (RSRQ)

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000)

modem_rsrq = returned_value

SerialFlush(ComSDC11) SerialOut(ComSDC11, "show diversity" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Query for the modem's current diversity antenna setting

SerialIn(modem_diversity, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000)

SerialFlush(ComSDC11) SerialOut(ComSDC11, "show ipprotocol" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Query for the modem's current IP protocol configuration

SerialIn(modem_ipprotocol, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000)

SerialFlush(ComSDC11) SerialOut(ComSDC11, "show sdc" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Query for the modem's current SDC address

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000)

modem_sdc_address = returned_value

SerialFlush(ComSDC11) SerialOut(ComSDC11, "show mode" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Query for the modem's current operating mode (PPP or Serial Server)

SerialIn(modem_mode, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000)

SerialFlush(ComSDC11) SerialOut(ComSDC11, "show state" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Query for the modem's current state

SerialIn(modem_state, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000)

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SerialFlush(ComSDC11) SerialOut(ComSDC11, "show usage today" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Query for today's cellular data usage

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000)

modem_current_day_usage = returned_value

SerialFlush(ComSDC11) SerialOut(ComSDC11, "show usage yesterday" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Query for yesterday's cellular data usage

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000)

modem_previous_day_usage = returned_value

SerialFlush(ComSDC11) SerialOut(ComSDC11, "show usage month" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Query for this month's cellular data usage

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000)

modem_current_month_usage = returned_value

SerialFlush(ComSDC11) SerialOut(ComSDC11, "show usage lastmonth" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Query for last month's cellular data usage

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000)

modem_previous_month_usage = returned_value

SerialFlush(ComSDC11) SerialOut(ComSDC11, "show bat" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'Query for last month's cellular data usage

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000)

modem_battery_voltage = returned_value

CallTable CELL_DIAGNOSTICS NextScan EndSequence

SlowSequence Do

Delay(1, 5, Sec)

If(TimeIsBetween(10, 58, 60, Min) AND modem_is_off <> TRUE) Then

'make sure the modem is off at 10 minutes into 'the hour until 58 minutes into the hour 'PPPClose'Uncomment line for CR1000, CR800 series, and CR3000.

Do Until (modem_is_off = TRUE)

SerialFlush(ComSDC11)

'clean out any garbage characters that might have come in.

SerialOut(ComSDC11, CRLF , "CELL2xx>", 1, 200)

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'Send a CRLF and wait CELL2xx prompt before continuing on.

SerialOut(ComSDC11, "deep sleep" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'put the modem into low power mode

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000) If(returned_value = "Sleep enabled." & CHR(13)) Then

modem_is_off = TRUE returned_value = ""

EndIf

Loop

EndIf

If((TimeIsBetween(0, 10, 60, Min) OR TimeIsBetween(58, 60, 60, Min)) _

AND modem_is_off <> FALSE) Then

'turn the modem on at the top of the hour in a 10 minute windows 'PPPOpen'Uncomment line for CR1000, CR800 series, and CR3000.

Do Until (modem_is_off = FALSE)

SerialFlush(ComSDC11)

'clean out any garbage characters that might have come in.

SerialOut(ComSDC11, CRLF , "CELL2xx>", 1, 200)

'Send a CRLF and wait CELL2xx prompt before continuing on.

SerialOut(ComSDC11, "wakeup" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200)

'bring the modem fully back online

SerialIn(returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, CHR(13), 1000) If(returned_value = "Sleep disabled." & CHR(13)) Then

modem_is_off = FALSE returned_value = ""

EndIf

Loop

EndIf Loop EndSequence

EndProg

C.2 Status commands

Status commands show current values of the information being requested. Some correspond to settings and others are tied to diagnostic information. All values returned are strings. Not all modems return all values. Values returned are also dependent on the network the device is connected to.

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show acc tech

Returns the access technology of the network that the modem is connected to.

show apn

show arev

show band

show bat

show baud

show billing

show cell id Returns the hexadecimal number of the cellular tower the modem

Displays the cellular module. Corresponds with the APN setting in the cellular module web interface.

Returns the alternate or subversion revision of the CELL200 series OS.

Returns the band number the modem is using to connect to the cellular network.

Returns the current modem battery voltage.

Displays the current baud rate of the cellular module RS-232 port. Corresponds with the module web interface.

Displays the current value for the billing cycle day. Values can range from 1 to 31. Corresponds to the cellular module web interface.

is connected to.

APN

(Access Point Name) currently used by the

RS232 Baud Rate

setting in the cellular

Billing Cycle Day

field in the

show cellular errors

show cellular Info

show cellular log

show client port Returns the port number in the modem when used in Serial Client

show client timeout Returns the time, in seconds, used in Serial Client Mode.

show client url Returns the cellular module Client (Outbound) URL setting (used in

show device info

show diagnostic report

Returns an error information summary for troubleshooting.

Returns the modem cellular information. Information returned is extensive and includes information from other terminal commands.

Returns a log of events for the device. Useful for troubleshooting.

Mode.

Serial Client Mode).

Returns the modem device information. Information returned is extensive and includes many values returned from other terminal commands.

Returns a diagnostic report that is useful for troubleshooting. Combines the output of many other terminal troubleshooting commands.

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show diversity

Displays the current setting of cellular module antenna configuration. Results are

Diversity Antenna

the

DisabledorEnabled

field in the cellular module web interface.

. Corresponds with

show ecio

show euiccid

show iccid

show imei

show imsi

show ip info #net

show ipprotocol

show listen port

Returns the modem 3G network signal quality (ECIO).

Returns the modem EUICCID (Embedded SIM identification) number.

Returns the modem ICCID (SIM identification) number.

Returns the modem IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number.

Returns the modem IMSI (International Mobile Subscriber Identity) number.

Returns the modem TCP/IP information for each network. When using this command, replace #net with1for the PPP connection, or 2

for the Ethernet over USB (RNDIS) connection.

Displays the current value of the cellular module IP protocol configuration. Results are

IP Protocol

the

Displays the current setting for the cellular module TCP/IP listening port (used in Serial Server mode). Values can range from 1 to 65535. Corresponds with the the cellular module web interface.

field in the cellular module web interface.

IPv4,IPv6

Serial Server Listen Port Number

IPv4/IPv6

, or

. Corresponds with

setting in

show mod arev

show mod manu

show mod model

show mod rev

show mode

show model

show modeupdate priority Returns the update priority.

show modupdate description

Returns the alternate or sub revision of the modem radio chipset.

Returns the manufacturer of the modem radio chipset.

Returns the model number of the modem radio chipset.

Returns the model revision of the modem radio chipset.

Displays the current operating mode of the cellular module. Results

PPPorSerial Server

are cellular module web interface.

Returns the model information of the modem. Returned values are CELL205,CELL210,CELL215

Returns the description or revision history of the firmware update.

. Corresponds with the

CELL220,CELL225

, or

Mode

setting in the

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show modupdate description

show modupdate pending Returns internal cellular modules firmware update process status.

Returns a description of the module firmware update for user review.

show modupdate pending

show modupdate priority

show modupdate progress Returns where in the process the module firmware update is.

show modupdate progress

show operator

show osdate

show osupdate description

show osupdate pending

show osupdate priority

show osupdate progress

Returns information regarding the module firmware. Informs the user that an update is available.

Returns the priority of the module firmware update.

Returns the progress of the module firmware update.

Returns the name of the cellular provider or network operator the modem is connected to.

Returns the build date and alternate version of the CELL200 series OS.

Returns a description of the newer operating system for the user to review before installing.

Returns information indicating if a newer modem operating system is available.

Returns the priority of the operating system update.

Returns the progress of the CELL200 series OS update.

show pdp pass Returns the modem PDP password.

show pdp user Returns the modem PDP username.

show phone

show ping Returns the status of the cellular module ping setting.

show power duration Returns the modem on-duration time, in minutes.

show power repeat Returns the modem Repeat cycle setting.

show power start Returns the modem Start (power-on) Time.

show ppp pass Returns the modem PPP password.

show ppp user Returns the modem PPP username.

show reg 3g

show reg gprs

Returns the modem phone number.

Returns information on whether or not the modem is registered on the 3G network.

Returns information on whether or not the modem is registered on the GPRS network.

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show reg lte

Returns information on whether or not the modem is registered on the LTE network.

show rev

show roaming

show rsrp

show rsrq

show rssi

show sdc

show sdc term

show serial

show settings

Returns the revision of the CELL200 series OS.

Displays the current setting for the modem roaming capabilities. Returned values are Roaming

Returns the modem LTE network signal strength (RSRP).

Returns the modem LTE network signal quality (RSRQ).

Returns the modem 3G signal strength information (RSSI).

Displays the current setting for the modem SDC address. Values are 7,8,10 Address

Returns the current value for the SDC terminal interface in the modem. Returned values are7,8,10, and11. Corresponds to the Terminal Port CS I/O SDC Address web interface

Returns the serial number of the modem.

Returns all the settings of the cellular modem.

setting in the cellular module web interface

, or11. This value corresponds with the

setting in the cellular module web interface.

Auto

and

Disabled

. Corresponds to the

CS I/O Port SDC

setting in the cellular module

show sms log

show smssca

show state

show state num

show time

Returns a log of SMS messaging logs.

Returns the modem SMSSCA (SMS Service Center Address) number.

Returns the modem state in English. Values returned could include (but not limited to) "Power off.", "Powering up.", "Powered up.", "SIM authorized.", "Setting baud rate.", "Waiting for baud rate.", "Baud rate set.", "Baud rate failure.", "Power off. Waiting for retry.", "Powered up. SIM auth failure.", "Querying modem.", "Waiting for network registration.", "Configuring modem.", "Dialing.", "Dialing (retry).", "Dialed.", "PPP negotiation.", "Network ready.", "PPP closing.", "PPP paused.", "PPP dropped.", "Terminal AT command mode.", "Firmware update mode.", “Shutting down.”

Returns the state number associated with show state values.

Returns the modem current time. Time returned by the modem is set by the cellular network.

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show trusted 1 Returns the address or DNS Names in the 1st field of the cellular

module Trusted IP Host setting.

show trusted 2 Returns the address or DNS Names in the 2nd field of the cellular

module Trusted IP Host setting.

show trusted 3 Returns the address or DNS Names in the 3rd field of the cellular

module Trusted IP Host setting.

show trusted 4 Returns the address or DNS Names in the 4th field of the cellular

module Trusted IP Host setting.

show update check

show update results Returns the results of a modem operating system update.

show usage lastmonth

show usage month

show usage today

show usage yesterday

Returns information concerning the last update check.

Returns the number of bytes used across the cellular network in the previous month.

Returns the number of bytes used across the cellular network in the current month.

Returns the number of bytes used across the cellular network since midnight.

Returns the number of bytes used across the cellular network during the previous day.

C.3 Set commands

Set commands are used to set specific settings in the device. Most settings will not take effect until the module is rebooted.

set apn ###

Sets the APN (Access Point Name) in the device. Corresponds to

APN

the a string the corresponds to the APN issued by the cellular provider when the modem account was created.

setting in the modem web configuration interface. ### is

set baud ###

set billing ###

Sets the modem baud rate for the RS-232 port. ### is a number corresponding to the desired baud rate. Accepted values are 460800,230400,115200,76800,57600,38400,19200,14400,9600 4800

Sets the billing day that will be used to roll over the data usage statics in the modem. ### is a number. Accepted values are through31.

, and

2400

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set client port ### Sets the client port number used in Serial Client Mode. ### is a

number. The accepted range is 1 through 65535.

set client timeout ### Sets the timeout, in seconds, used by Serial Client Mode. ### is a

number. The accepted range is 1 through 120.

set client url ### Sets the client URL or TCP/IP address used in Serial Client Mode.

### is a string.

set comms watch

set div ###

set ipprotocol ###

set listen port ###

set mode ###

set pdp pass ### Sets the PDP password. ### is a string.

set pdp user ### Sets the PDP username. ### is a string.

set power duration ### Sets the on duration, in minutes. ### is a number. Accepted values

This command is interactive and allows the user to watch or do a trace on a specific modem interface. The user selects a number corresponding with the interface they wish to view.

Sets the modem antenna configuration. ### is a string.

Enabled

and

Sets the TCP/IP protocol used by the modem when communicating with the cellular network. ### is a string. Accepted values are IPv6

, and

Sets the listening TCP/IP port of the modem for use in Serial Server mode. ### is a number. The accepted range is 1 through 65535.

Sets the modem operating mode. ### is a string. Accepted values

PPP

are

are: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 60, 120, 180, 240, 300, 360, 420, 480, 540, 600, 660, 720, 780, 840, 900, 960, 1020, 1080, 1140, 1200, 1260, 1320, 1380, and 1439.

are the only two values that are accepted.

IPv4/IPv6

Serial Server

and

Disabled

IPv4

set power repeat ### Sets the modem repeat cycle. ### is a number. Accepted values

are: 1441, 15, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 120, 180, 240, 300, 360, 420, 480, 540, 600, 660, and 720. A value of 1441 or greater will disable the repeat cycle.

set power start ### Sets the modem Start (power-on) Time, in minutes. ### is a

number. Only 15 min increments are accepted (0, 15, 30 to 1440). A value of 1440 will set the modem to “Always On”.

set ppp pass ###

set ppp user ###

Sets the PPP protocol password. ### is a string.

Sets the PPP protocol username. ### is a string.

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set roaming ###

Sets the roaming capabilities of the cellular modem. ### is a string. Accepted values are

Auto

and

Disabled

set sdc ###

set trusted 1 ### Sets the address or DNS Names in the 1st Trusted IP Host field. ###

set trusted 2 ### Sets the address or DNS Names in the 2nd Trusted IP Host field.

set trusted 3 ### Sets the address or DNS Names in the 3rd Trusted IP Host field.

set trusted 4 ### Sets the address or DNS Names in the 4th Trusted IP Host field.

set ping ### Enables or disables ping in the modem. ### is a string. Disabled

Sets the modem SDC address for the CS I/O port. ### is a number. Accepted values are7,8,10, and11.

is a string.

### is a string.

and Enabled are the only two values that are accepted.

C.4 Action commands

Action commands are used to perform actions on the modem such as entering low power mode, rebooting, checking for updates, clearing usage, and more.

check update

clear logs

clear usage

deep sleep

ping ###

reboot

refresh network

reset module

start modupdate

Starts the process that checks for both a new CELL200 series OS, and module firmware.

Resets all the logs in the modem.

Resets the usage counts in the modem.

Puts the modem into low power mode. Modem will not respond across the cellular network.

Used to ping a specific TCP/IP address or DNS name via the terminal. ### is a string. For example: ping 8.8.8.8 or ping jarvis.ag1t.net.

Forces the modem to reboot.

Forces the modem to refresh its connection to the cellular network. Useful for when the network goes stale (long periods of inactivity).

Resets the cellular chipset only.

Starts the over-the-air module firmware update.

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start osupdate

Starts the CELL200 series operating system update process.

wakeup

Brings the modem fully back online. Usually done on a schedule after a deep sleep command has been issued.

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Appendix D. Updating the operating system and firmware

Campbell Scientific updates data logger and CELL200 series operating systems (OS) as new features are developed and bugs fixed. It is recommended that before deploying instruments, you check operating system versions and update them as needed. This section applies to updating the CELL200 series module operating system. Refer to your data logger manual for information on updating its OS.

The CELL200 series itself uses two operating systems. The first is the Campbell Scientific CELL200 series operating system .We will refer to that as the CELL200 series OS. The second is contained in the cellular radio module; we will refer to that one as the module firmware. One or both may need to be updated from time to time.

CAUTION: To prevent data loss, collect all data from the data logger before proceeding to update the data logger operating system and cellular module firmware.

Updating the module firmware is done over the air (OTA), even with a direct USB connection to the data logger. Therefore, it can take from 5 minutes to several hours depending on signal strength between the cell tower and the CELL200 series, cellular network congestion, and OTA server availability. OTA updates use some of the cellular device data plan for each attempt. Care should be taken to plan accordingly to avoid cellular data plan overages.

D.1 Using the web interface (cell.linktodevice.com)

NOTE: Instructions in this section assume that the steps in Pre-installation (p. 2) have been completed. Cellular service must be setup before web access using

www.cell.linktodevice.com/ is available.

NOTE: This section applies to modules set up in serial server mode with a public static IP account.

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1. Connect a USB cable between your module and computer.

2. Connect the Cellular antenna.

3. Connect the Diversity antenna, if used. (Not required. See Antenna connections (p. 29).)

4. Open a web browser and go to: www.cell.linktodevice.com/.

TIP: If your computer does not respond to the DNS server correctly, browse to 192.168.86.1.

5. Every 14 days, the module automatically checks for a CELL200 series OS update. When a new OS is available you will see a red notification in the Version field of the Status Tab.

6. Select the OS Update Tab. Clicking the Apply Update button will retrieve the CELL200 series OS from the Campbell Scientific website and begin the update process. If you already downloaded the OSfrom the Campbell Scientific website to you computer you can click the Send File button and follow the prompts.

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7. When new module firmware is available you will see a red notification in the Celllar Modem field of the Status Tab. To begin the update process, click the red Start Cellular Module OTA Update button.

D.2 Using Device Configuration Utility

NOTE: This section applies to modules set up in integrated PPP mode which requires data logger operating system 03.00 or later for the CR1000X, 09.00 or greater for the CR6 series, and 08.00 or later for the CR300 series.

1. Connect the Cellular antenna.

2. Connect the Diversity antenna, if used. (Not required. See Antenna connections (p. 29).)

3. Connect your data logger to the CELL200-series module RS-232 or CS I/O port. See Wiring

and connections (p. 25).

4. If not connecting through CS I/O, provide power to the CELL200 series.

5. Connect a USB cable between your data logger and computer.

6. Connect to your data logger by using Device Configuration Utility.

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7. When a new CELL200 series OS is available, in the Settings Editor on the Cellular Tab you will see a field called Cellular OSUpdate Pending. This field does not appear unless an update is available. Select Apply Update to begin the process, or Ignore to update at another time.

8. Apply to save your changes.

9. When new module firmware is available, in the Settings Editor on the Cellular Tab you will see a field called Cellular Module OTA Update Pending. This field does not appear unless an update is available. Select Start Update to begin the process, or Ignore to update at another time.

10. Apply to save your changes.

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Appendix E. Verizon Wireless and AT&T

NOTE: Campbell Scientific can provide Verizon Wireless or AT&T service. This is the simplest way to set up your module on the Verizon Wireless or AT&T network. See Campbell Scientific

cellular data service (p. 2).

E.1 Verizon Wireless

What you need:

l Verizon Wireless 4G LTE CAT-1 coverage at the data logger site. For a coverage map, refer

to: www.verizonwireless.com/landingpages/better-matters/#maps

l Verizon Wireless 4G LTE private dynamic IP account in conjunction with Campbell

Scientific Konect PakBus Router Service. (A Verizon Wireless 4G LTE static unrestricted IP account can also be used. However, Verizon generally requires new users to have 50 lines of service to obtain the static unrestricted IP account. Also, there is generally a $500 onetime-per-customer charge to activate static IP on the account.)

To set up an account, you will need the IMEI number of the module. The IMEI number is listed on a label on the module. To set up an account with Verizon Wireless, call:

800-526-3178 for Business Sales 800-256-4646 for Personal Sales

Verizon Wireless will provide a SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card for each module. The Micro-SIM (3FF) (6 position / contacts) card must be installed inside of the module as described in Install the SIM card (p. 3). In addition to the SIM card, you should receive:

l 10-digit MSISDN number (telephone number associated with the SIM, used for billing) l An APN (Access Point Name) for 4G LTE CAT-1 service. A common APN used for this

application is: VZWINTERNET. The user must program the APN into the module.

l For static IP accounts only, an IP Address will be included.

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E.2 AT&T

What you need:

l AT&T 4G LTE CAT-1 coverage at the data logger site. For a coverage map refer to:

www.att.com/maps/wireless-coverage.html.

l AT&T 4G LTE private dynamic IP account in conjunction with Campbell Scientific’s Konect

Router Service. (An AT&T 4G LTE static unrestricted IP account can also be used. However, AT&T charges $3/month/device for the static IP account.)

To set up an AT&T account, contact your AT&T Business Account Representative or BluTelecommunications.

Blu-Telecommunications is part of the Alliance Channel with AT&T and can assist any customer nationwide. Blu-Telecommunications will contact AT&T and work with an AT&T account manager to set up an account.

Contact information for Blu-Telecommunication:

Website: www.blu-tel.com Phone number: (877) 422-2616, or Email box: i2gold@blu-tel.com What to ask for: M2M Setup Who to ask for: Carlos Morales or Andy Tran

An APN (Access Point Name) must be added onto the account to make the module accessible through the Internet. For networks with fewer than 30 modules, the standard ‘I2Gold APN’ can be used; networks with more than 30 modules will require a ‘Custom APN’. A Custom APN has a setup fee starting at $500 and takes a minimum of 7 to 14 business days to complete. The user must program the APN into the module.

AT&T will provide a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card for each module. The Micro-SIM (3FF) (6 position / contacts) card must be installed inside of the module as described in Install the SIM

card (p. 3). In addition to the SIM card, you should receive:

l 10-digit MSISDN number (telephone number associated with the SIM, used for billing) l An APN (Access Point Name) for 4G LTE CAT-1 service. A common APN used for this

application is: BROADBAND. The user must program the APN into the module.

l For static IP accounts only, an IP Address will be included.

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Appendix F. Cellular module regulatory information

F.1 Important information for North American users

NOTE: 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 when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

WARNING: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Campbell Scientific could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

F.2 RF exposure

In accordance with FCC/IC requirements of human exposure to radio frequency fields, the radiating element shall be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 20 cm should be maintained from the antenna and the user’s body.

WARNING: This product is only to be installed by qualified personnel.

To comply with FCC/IC regulations limiting both maximum RF output power and human exposure to RF radiation, the maximum antenna gain must not exceed the specifications listed in the following tables for the device used.

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Device Frequency Band

WCDMA Band 2 9.5 dBi

WCDMA Band 4 6.5 dBi

WCDMA Band 5 14.9 dBi

CELL205

LTE Band 2 9.0 dBi

LTE Band 4 6.0 dBi

LTE Band 12 10.7 dBi

LTE Band 4 6.5 dBi

CELL210

LTE Band 13 10.6 dBi

FCC ID

XMR201606EC21A

F.3 EU

Campbell Scientific hereby declares the CELL200-series devices are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU” (RED Directive).

The CELL215 displays the CE mark.

WARNING: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Campbell Scientific could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

WARNING: This product is only to be installed by qualified personnel.

The Declaration of Conformity made under Directive 2014/53/EU” (RED Directive) is available for viewing at: www.campbellsci.com/cell215.

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Limited warranty

Products manufactured by Campbell Scientific are warranted by Campbell Scientific to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for twelve months from the date of shipment unless otherwise specified on the corresponding product webpage. See Product Details on the Ordering Information pages at www.campbellsci.com. Other manufacturer's products, that are resold by Campbell Scientific, are warranted only to the limits extended by the original manufacturer.

Refer to www.campbellsci.com/terms#warranty for more information.

CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Campbell Scientific hereby disclaims, to the fullest extent allowed by applicable law, any and all warranties and conditions with respect to the Products, whether express, implied or statutory, other than those expressly provided herein.

Assistance

Products may not be returned without prior authorization.

Refer to www.campbellsci.com/repair for up-to-date repair information.

The following contact information is for US and international customers residing in countries served by Campbell Scientific, Inc. directly. Campbell Scientific regional offices handle repairs for customers within their territories. Please visit www.campbellsci.com/contact to determine which Campbell Scientific office serves your country.

To obtain a Returned Materials Authorization (RMA) number, contact CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC, INC., phone (435) 227-9000. Please write the issued RMA number clearly on the outside of the shipping container. Campbell Scientific’s shipping address is:

CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC, INC. RMA#_____ 815 West 1800 North Logan, Utah 84321-1784

For all returns, the customer must fill out a “Statement of Product Cleanliness and Decontamination” form and comply with the requirements specified in it. The form is available from our website at www.campbellsci.com/repair. A completed form must be either emailed to

repair@campbellsci.com or faxed to (435) 227-9106. Campbell Scientific is unable to process any

returns until we receive this form. If the form is not received within three days of product receipt or is incomplete, the product will be returned to the customer at the customer’s expense. Campbell Scientific reserves the right to refuse service on products that were exposed to contaminants that may cause health or safety concerns for our employees.

Safety

DANGER — MANY HAZARDS ARE ASSOCIATED WITH INSTALLING, USING, MAINTAINING, AND WORKING ON OR AROUND TRIPODS, TOWERS, AND ANY ATTACHMENTS TO TRIPODS AND TOWERS SUCH AS SENSORS, CROSSARMS, ENCLOSURES, ANTENNAS, ETC. FAILURE TO PROPERLY AND COMPLETELY ASSEMBLE, INSTALL, OPERATE, USE, AND MAINTAIN TRIPODS, TOWERS, AND ATTACHMENTS, AND FAILURE TO HEED WARNINGS, INCREASES THE RISK OF DEATH, ACCIDENT, SERIOUS INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND PRODUCT FAILURE. TAKE ALL REASONABLE PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID THESE HAZARDS. CHECK WITH YOUR ORGANIZATION'S SAFETY COORDINATOR (OR POLICY) FOR PROCEDURES AND REQUIRED PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT PRIOR TO PERFORMING ANY WORK.

Use tripods, towers, and attachments to tripods and towers only for purposes for which they are designed. Do not exceed design limits. Be familiar and comply with all instructions provided in product manuals. Manuals are available at www.campbellsci.com. You are responsible for conformance with governing codes and regulations, including safety regulations, and the integrity and location of structures or land to which towers, tripods, and any attachments are attached. Installation sites should be evaluated and approved by a qualified engineer. If questions or concerns arise regarding installation, use, or maintenance of tripods, towers, attachments, or electrical connections, consult with a licensed and qualified engineer or electrician.

General

l Protect from over-voltage. l Protect electrical equipment from water. l Protect from electrostatic discharge (ESD). l Protect from lightning. l Prior to performing site or installation work, obtain required approvals and permits. Comply with all governing structure-height

regulations, such as those of the FAA in the USA.

l Use only qualified personnel for installation, use, and maintenance of tripods and towers, and any attachments to tripods and

towers. The use of licensed and qualified contractors is highly recommended.

l Read all applicable instructions carefully and understand procedures thoroughly before beginning work. l Wear a hardhat and eye protection, and take other appropriate safety precautions while working on or around tripods and towers. l Do not climb tripods or towers at any time, and prohibit climbing by other persons. Take reasonable precautions to secure tripod

and tower sites from trespassers.

l Use only manufacturer recommended parts, materials, and tools.

Utility and Electrical

l You can be killed or sustain serious bodily injury if the tripod, tower, or attachments you are installing, constructing, using, or

maintaining, or a tool, stake, or anchor, come in contact with overhead or underground utility lines.

l Maintain a distance of at least one-and-one-half times structure height, 20 feet, or the distance required by applicable law,

whichever is greater, between overhead utility lines and the structure (tripod, tower, attachments, or tools).

l Prior to performing site or installation work, inform all utility companies and have all underground utilities marked. l Comply with all electrical codes. Electrical equipment and related grounding devices should be installed by a licensed and qualified

electrician.

Elevated Work and Weather

l Exercise extreme caution when performing elevated work. l Use appropriate equipment and safety practices. l During installation and maintenance, keep tower and tripod sites clear of un-trained or non-essential personnel. Take precautions to

prevent elevated tools and objects from dropping.

l Do not perform any work in inclement weather, including wind, rain, snow, lightning, etc.

Maintenance

l Periodically (at least yearly) check for wear and damage, including corrosion, stress cracks, frayed cables, loose cable clamps, cable

tightness, etc. and take necessary corrective actions.

l Periodically (at least yearly) check electrical ground connections.

Internal Battery

l Be aware of fire, explosion, and severe-burn hazards. l Misuse or improper installation of the internal lithium battery can cause severe injury. l Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100 °C (212 °F), solder directly to the cell, incinerate, or expose contents to water. Dispose

of spent batteries properly.

WHILE EVERY ATTEMPT IS MADE TO EMBODY THE HIGHEST DEGREE OF SAFETY IN ALL CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC PRODUCTS, THE CUSTOMER ASSUMES ALL RISK FROM ANY INJURY RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION, USE, OR MAINTENANCE OF TRIPODS, TOWERS, OR ATTACHMENTS TO TRIPODS AND TOWERS SUCH AS SENSORS, CROSSARMS, ENCLOSURES, ANTENNAS, ETC.

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Campbell Scientific CELL205, CELL210, CELL215, CELL220, CELL225 Instruction manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of contents

1. Cellular communications

2. Pre-installation

2.1 Establish cellular service

2.1.1 Campbell Scientific cellular data service

2.1.2 Other service providers

2.2 Install the SIM card

2.3 Konect PakBus Router setup

2.3.1 Get started

2.3.2 Set up Konect PakBus Router

3. Overview

4. QuickStart (integrated mode)

4.1 Modules using Konect PakBus Router (private dynamic IP)

4.1.1 Set up hardware

4.1.2 Configure data logger

4.1.3 Set up LoggerNet

4.1.4 Test the connection

4.2 Modules using a public static IP

4.2.1 Set up hardware

4.2.2 Configure data logger

4.2.3 Set up LoggerNet

4.2.4 Test the connection

5. Specifications

6. Installation

6.1 Base station requirements

6.2 Data logger site equipment

6.3 Wiring and connections

6.3.1 Module communications connections

6.3.2 Module power connections

6.3.3 Antenna connections

6.4 CELL200 series and data logger configuration

6.4.1 Integrated mode option

6.4.2 Non-integrated mode option

6.4.2.1 Configure CELL200 series

6.4.2.2 Configure data logger

6.4.2.3 Set up hardware

6.4.2.4 Set up LoggerNet

6.4.2.5 Test the connection

6.4.3 Serial server mode option

6.4.3.1 Configure CELL200 series

6.4.3.2 Configure data logger

6.4.3.3 Set up hardware

6.4.3.4 Set up LoggerNet

6.4.3.5 Test the connection

6.4.4 Serial client mode option

6.4.4.1 Configure CELL200 series

6.4.4.2 Configure data logger (optional)

6.4.4.3 Set up hardware

6.4.4.4 Set up LoggerNet

6.4.4.5 Test the connection

6.4.5 Serial server/client mode option

6.4.5.1 Configure CELL200 series

6.4.5.2 Configure data logger

6.4.5.3 Set up hardware

6.4.5.4 Set up LoggerNet

6.4.5.5 Test the connection

7. Operation and maintenance

7.1 Ports

7.2 LED indicator lights

7.3 Signal strength

Appendix A. Controlling power to the CELL200 series

Appendix B. Configuring settings and retrieving status information with the CRBasic program

B.1 Using the SetSetting() instruction

Appendix C. Cellular module terminal functionality

C.1 Using cell modem terminal functionality

C.2 Status commands

C.3 Set commands

C.4 Action commands

Appendix D. Updating the operating system and firmware

D.1 Using the web interface (cell.linktodevice.com)

D.2 Using Device Configuration Utility

Appendix E. Verizon Wireless and AT&T

E.1 Verizon Wireless

E.2 AT&T

Appendix F. Cellular module regulatory information

F.1 Important information for North American users