Campbell Scientific Raven110 GPRS EDGE Digital Cellular Modem User Manual
Raven110 GPRS/EDGE
AirLink Cellular Modem
Revision: 12/07
Copyright © 2006-2007
Campbell Scientific, Inc.
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under normal use and service for twelve (12) months from date of shipment
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Raven110 Table of Contents
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1. General Description.....................................................1
2. Establish Cellular Service...........................................1
2.1 Raven110 Cellular Coverage/Service Requirements................................1
3. Specifications ..............................................................2
3.1 Raven110 Specifications ..........................................................................2
4. Configuration...............................................................3
4.1 Base Station Requirements for Raven110................................................3
4.2 Datalogger Site Equipment.......................................................................3
4.3 Power Considerations...............................................................................6
5. Program the Raven110 Modem ..................................7
5.1 Using Wireless Ace 3 G to Configure the Modem...................................7
5.2 Dynamic IP Address...............................................................................10
6. LoggerNet/PC400W Software Setup ........................11
7. Troubleshooting ........................................................12
7.1 Check the Modem Configuration ...........................................................12
7.2 Verify Connections at the Datalogger ....................................................15
7.3 LoggerNet/PC400W Device Map...........................................................15
7.4 Using Wireless Ace 3G to Check Modem Communications with
Datalogger.................................................................................................16
Appendices
A. Wireless Ace Setup without Template File...........A-1
B. Installation of SIM Card in the Raven110.............. B-1
C. Configuring the Raven for PPP..............................C-1
D. Understanding APNs ..............................................D-1
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Figures
4.2-1. Modem Interface Options.................................................................... 4
4.2-2. Antennas for Use with the Raven Modems......................................... 6
7-1. Wireless Ace status page showing communications with modem ....... 17
B-1. Modem Back...................................................................................... B-1
B-2. Modem Partially Slid from Case........................................................ B-1
B-3. Tray Button........................................................................................ B-2
B-4. Empty SIM Tray................................................................................ B-2
B-5. SIM Tray with a SIM......................................................................... B-2
B-6. Inserting the SIM ............................................................................... B-2
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Raven110 GPRS/EDGE AirLink Cellular Modem
1. General Description
This manual provides information for interfacing the AirLink Raven110
cellular modem to Campbell Scientific dataloggers. An AirLink CD ships with
the modem that includes AirLink manuals and software utilities. AirLink
manuals referenced in this manual include:
WirelessAce3G_UserGuide2.00.pdf
AT&T/Cingular_EDGE-GPRS_Raven_UserGuide2.20.pdf
AT&T/Cingular_EDGE-GPRS_Raven_QSG2.01.pdf
The Raven110 digital cellular modem is manufactured by AirLink for use on
the AT&T/Cingular General Packet Radio Servi ce (G PR S) net w or k. The
modem is accessed through the Internet using TCP/IP communications
protocol using a Static or Dynamic IP address.
• A Static IP address is permanently assigned to a particular account and
will always be used whenever the Raven connects to the Internet.
• A Dynamic IP address is assigned on a “need to have” basis. A dynamic
IP address is used with a service such as IP Manager (Section 5) to
translate a dynamic IP address to a domain name, so that the Raven can be
contacted as if it had a static IP.
An AT&T/Cingular GPRS account can be setup for a Static or Dynamic IP
address.
2. Establish Cellular Service
2.1 Raven110 Cellular Coverage/Service Requirements
What you need:
AT&T/Cingular GPRS/EDGE coverage at the datalogger site (for a coverage
map refer to:
http://www.Cingular.com/refresh/common/estore_zipcode_maps
GPRS account established with AT&T/Cingular.
To setup an account with AT&T/Cingular:
Call (1-800-331-0500) and ask for the “Data Plan”. Select from three plan
options:
5 Meg $19.99/month
10 Meg $29.99/month
Unlimited $59.99/month
When setting up the account, ask to have “Feature Code G821” added to the
account. Feature Code G821 configures the account for the “Internet” Access
).
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Point Name (APN), and the device to “Mobile Terminated”, which makes the
modem accessible by LoggerNet over the internet. If Feature Code G821 was
not added when the account was setup, it can be added later. The APN name
must also be programmed into the modem (Section 5.1). See Appendix D for
additional APN information.
AT&T/Cingular will provide a SIMM card for each modem. In some cases the
SIM can be picked up at a local AT&T/Cingular store. The SIMM card must
be installed inside of the modem as described in Appendix B.
AT&T/Cingular can also setup a Custom APN. A Custom APN takes 4-6
weeks to setup and costs about $1000. A Custom APN may offer more
efficient routing and better security than a standard Internet APN, and should
be considered for large cellular phone networks.
3. Specifications
3.1 Raven110 Specifications
AirLink Raven Model G3210 GPRS-EDGE modem
Network: 1900/850 MHz
Transmit Frequency: 1850-1910 MHz and 824-849 MHz
Transmit Power: 1.0 W for 1900 MHz; 2.0 W for 850 MHz
Receiver Frequency: 1930-1990 MHz and 869-894 MHz
Modes Supported: GPRS and SMS
Throughput: up to 40 kbps
RS-232 Data Rates: 1200 bps to 115.2 kbps
Input Voltage: 10 to 28 Vdc
Input Current: 20 to 250 mA
Typical Current Drain at 12 Vdc: 20 mA dormant connection (idle for 10 to 20
seconds), 130 mA transmit/receive
Operating Temperature Range: -30° to +70°C (10% duty cycle limit above
60°C)
Operating Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Serial Protocols: AT Commands, PPP, SLIP, UDP, TCP
Serial Interface: RS-232
RF Antenna Connector: 50 Ohm TNC
Status LEDs: Power, Channel Acquired, Link Status, Network Registration,
RSSI, Transmit/Receive, Block Errors
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Dimensions: 3"W x 1"D x 5.1"L (5.8"L w/con nector), 7.6 W x 2.5 D x
13 L cm (14.7 L cm w/connector)
Weight: <1 lb (<0.5 kg)
4. Configuration
4.1 Base Station Requirements for Raven110
4.2 Datalogger Site Equipment
Raven110 GPRS/EDGE AirLink Cellular Modem
PC running Campbell Scientifics’ LoggerNet or PC400 software, with access
to the internet.
• Raven modem with power cable (included with modem).
• Datalogger—21X, CR510, CR10(X), CR23X, CR7, CR1000, CR5000,
CR3000, CR800.
• SC105 or SC932A Interface—connects the modem to the 21X, CR510,
CR10(X), CR7, or other dataloggers’ CS I/O port.
NOTE
If you have a black SC12 cable that is not Rev 1 or newer (as
indicated on cable), it is a CS I/O cable only and will not work
for RS-232. Connect the black SC12 cable between the
datalogger and the SC932A. Use a 9-pin serial cable or a blue
ribbon cable between the phone and the SC932A.
• PN 18663 Null Modem Cable—connects the modem to the CR23X,
CR3000, CR800, CR2XX, CR1000 or CR5000 RS-232 port.
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SC105 interface connects the modem to a datalogger’s CS I/O port;
recommended for dataloggers with the PakBus Operating System.
SC932A interface connects the modem to the CS I/O port;
recommended for dataloggers with the Mixed-Array Operating System.
PN 18663 null modem cable connects the modem to a datalogger's
RS-232 port (not compatible with the 21X, CR510, CR10X,
or CR7 dataloggers).
FIGURE 4.2-1. Modem Interface Options.
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• PN 13493 Raven Mounting Kit—includes mounting ha rdware for securing
the modem to below referenced environmental enclosure and a 9-pin male
to 9-pin female cable.
• Antenna—the following antennas are available from Campbell
Scientific. Contact a Campbell Scientific Applications Technician for
help in determining the best antenna for your application.
o The 18285 1 dBd omnidirectional antenna. This antenna is dual
band, covering both the 800 MHz and 1.9 GHz bands, and is
strongly recommended where cellular coverage is strong. The
18285 includes 10 feet of cable fitted with a TNC male connector
for attachment to the Raven, and a mount/u-bolt assembly for
attaching the antenna to a mast, post, or crossarm up to 1.5" (3.8
cm) in diameter.
o The 14454 9dBd Yagi Antenna is a higher gain antenna that
should be "aimed" at the service provider's antenna. The 14454
includes 10 feet of cable fitted with a TNC male connector for
attachment to the GPRS modem, and a bracket/u-bolt assembly
for attaching the antenna to a mast or post. This antenna is
recommended for fringe areas that require a higher gain antenna.
o The 14453 Half-Wave Dipole Whip Antenna is a lower gain
antenna used in transmitting short distances. It is an 800 MHz
cellular antenna that terminates in a TNC Female connector for
attachment to the Redwing modem. This antenna is intended for
use inside the enclosure. Please note that the backplate of the
enclosure is a grounded plane. If it is interposed between the
antenna and the cell tower, it may attenuate the strength of the
transmission signal. Simply turning the enclosure 90 to 180
degrees on its mounting mast may solve weak transmission
issues.
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PN 18285 1 dBd Omni Directional Antenna
PN 14454 9dBd Directional Yaggi Antenna
PN 14453 Half-Wave Dipole Whip Antenna
FIGURE 4.2-2. Antennas for Use with the Raven Modems
• Power Supply (see power considerations).
• Environmental Enclosure— ENC 10/12, ENC 12/14, or ENC 16/18.
4.3 Power Considerations
• A power cable included with the modem connects to the datalogger's 12 V
or switched 12 V terminal. Connection to the switched 12 V terminal
allows the datalogger to switch power to the modem during scheduled
transmission intervals if desired.
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• When using the switched 12 V terminal, the modem can typically be
powered with a BP12 battery, CH100 charger/regulator, and MSX10 solar
panel.
Raven110 GPRS/EDGE AirLink Cellular Modem
5. Program the Raven110 Modem
The following software is used to program the modem:
AirLink’s Wireless Ace 3G software utility, which is used to configure settings
in the modem and to load the GPRS/EDGE template file. The Wireless Ace
3G utility can be found on the CD included with the modem, or can be
downloaded from AirLink’s website: www.airlink.com/support
Campbell Scientific’s “Raven GPRS/EDGE Template 115200” file for
dataloggers that support 115200 baud (e.g. CR1000), or “Rav en GPRS/EDGE
Template 9600” file for dataloggers that support a maximum baud rate of 9600
(e.g. CR10X). The template file configures the modem to be compatible with
CSI dataloggers. The template files are available from Campbell Scientific’s
Website: www.campbellsci.com/downloads
5.1 Using Wireless Ace 3G to Configure the Modem
To install Wireless Ace 3G from the AirLink CD, click on the “Wireless ACE
3G” link under “Modem Utilities” and follow the prompts. Once the
application has been installed, it can be run from the Windows Start menu or
from the icon on the desktop.
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Connect the Raven to a serial RS232 port on the PC with a direct RS-232
cable. Also connect the antenna, and 12 V power.
Run Wireless Ace 3G to get the following screen:
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Click the Connect icon in the Configuration Panel to open the connection
options dialogue box. Select PPP, and the COM port the modem is connected
to. Do not change the Password (the default password is 12345). Click OK to
continue.
Click the Load icon in the Configuration panel. When prompted for a template
file name, select “ravengprs_115200.xml” for dataloggers that support 115200
baud (e.g. CR1000), or “ravengprs_9600.xml” for dataloggers that support a
maximum baud rate of 9600 (e.g. CR10X). The template file configures the
modem to be compatible with CSI dataloggers. Template files are available
from Campbell Scientific’s Website: www.campbellsci.com/downloads
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