ClimaCheck BGS2, ER75i, ETM450 User Manual

ClimaCheck Sweden AB, Box 46, SE-131 06 Nacka, Sweden

Visiting/delivery address: Gamla Värmdövägen 6, SE-131 37 Nacka Sweden

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Web: www.climacheck.com

GSM Modem Manual

BGS2 GPRS Modem

ER75i Router

ETM450 Router

2016-05-04

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Table of contents

Table of contents ........................................................................................................................ 2

1 Selection of Operator - SIM card for Data transfer ............................................................ 3

1.1 Setting up M2M communication ............................................................................ 3

2 Choosing the best way to connect ...................................................................................... 4

2.1 Sending by GPRS to the ClimaCheck Server ........................................................ 4

2.2 Temporary Connection by Modem Call-Up .......................................................... 4

2.3 Sending Data by E-mail ......................................................................................... 5

3 Configuring the PA Pro for sending by GPRS ................................................................... 5

3.1 Connecting to the configuration interface .............................................................. 5

3.2 Entering APN and ISP phone number .................................................................... 5

3.3 Changing the Database Sample Interval ................................................................ 6

3.4 Changing Database UDP settings .......................................................................... 6

3.5 Setting Gateway ..................................................................................................... 7

4 Connecting and starting the modem ................................................................................... 8

4.1 Changing the Database Sample Interval ................................................................ 8

4.2 LED status on Cinterion terminal ........................................................................... 9

4.3 Trouble shooting of data communication over GPRS modem .............................. 9

5 Router Modems ................................................................................................................ 11

5.1 Signal Strength ..................................................................................................... 11

6 ER75i Router-modem ...................................................................................................... 11

6.1 Connecting to the configuration interface ............................................................ 11

6.2 Configure GPRS-connection ................................................................................ 11

6.3 Configure DHCP and IP settings ......................................................................... 12

6.4 Configure NAT-settings ....................................................................................... 13

7 ETM 450 Router modem .................................................................................................. 15

7.1 Connecting to the configuration interface ............................................................ 15

7.2 Configure WAN connection ................................................................................. 15

7.3 Configure LAN settings ....................................................................................... 16

7.4 Configure Port forwarding ................................................................................... 18

7.5 LED status on the ETM450 .................................................................................. 19

7.6 Signal Strength ..................................................................................................... 20

7.7 SMS Commands ................................................................................................... 20

8 Connecting to the PA Pro by modem call-up ................................................................... 21

8.1 Creating a remote dial-up connection .................................................................. 21

8.2 Establishing connection in ClimaCheck .............................................................. 21

8.3 Downloading the database ................................................................................... 22

8.4 Trouble shooting of dial up = modem does not answer incoming call. ............... 22

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1 Selection of Operator - SIM card for Data

transfer

ClimaCheck and/or ClimaCheck distributors can supply SIM cards for most markets but due to the
operators pricing policies the roaming fees are often resulting in significantly higher rates so local
contracts can be cost-effective in some cases.

Requirement on SIM:
It must be configured and activated for GSM data communication which often require
some kind of “activation” by the operator even if the contract as such is including data
capability.

Typical amount of data for a standard system is 5-10 Mb of data per month depending on number
of channels and interval between data scans. Default is 1 minute when compressor is operating
and 5 minutes when compressor is off. To select operator with experience of data transfer Machine
to Machine (M2M) is recommended. Operators are using different settings in their network and it is
recommended to whenever possible use networks that offers public IPs to the connected devices
(many networks has a firewall disabling access from the outside). A Public IP means that the
ClimaCheck PA Pro can be contacted for configuration via Internet. The IP does not need to be a
fixed IP as the ClimaCheck on-line server monitors incoming traffics IP number. The sending IP is
displayed on the “Home page” for each system. If a SIM is set up to be behind the operators
firewall data can be sent out but configuration would have to be done with a locally connected PC
or through dial up connection, which is quite slow.

1.1 Setting up M2M communication

Experience shows that Machine to Machine (M2M) communication can be challenging to set up the
first time with a new operator.

Most operators are totally focused on the mobile telephone market. Even though smart phones use
data communication of the same type as in the M2M communication used by the ClimaCheck
Performance Analyser, it has proven that it’s difficult to get the correct configuration and
information required.

We therefor strongly advice first time set up with SIM from a new operator to
be done prior to going on-site to ensure functionality and avoid loss of time and
unnecessary travels.

Tests should preferably be done with the equipment to be used on site but the functionality of a
SIM and correct configuration can be tested with any ClimaCheck PA Pro and modem. By checking
that data is actually received on the ClimaCheck on-line server functionality can be validated
minimizing wasted time on site and return trips.

The information requested and how to enter it is described in 3.2 Entering APN and ISP phone
number that should be required. Typically this is the “APN” address unique for each operator (this
is included in the configurations a mobile phone get when you first connect it to your operator).

This said the communication will not work if:

1. The SIM card is not properly activated for data communication

2. The PIN code is not removed from the SIM card before it is entered into the modem

3. The Init string for modem is not sent from the PA Pro when UDP communication is

activated (only required with standard modem e.g. when router modem is not used).

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Connections:

Figure 1, ClimaCheck standard modem when one Performance Analyser PA Pro II is used

or master slave operation with two.

2 Choosing the best way to connect

There are several ways to use the modem to transfer data and you should choose one or several
that corresponds to your need. This section presents an overview of each method and where to
find the relevant configuration instructions. After having made the relevant configurations, refer to
section 4 for how to connect the modem hardware.

All methods require you to have a working SIM card with the PIN code disabled.

2.1 Sending by GPRS to the ClimaCheck Server

This is the recommended mode of operation.

For a wide range of applications the most convenient way to transfer data is by sending them to
the ClimaCheck server. You can then log on to online.climacheck.com from anywhere to have
instant access to your measurements. Tools for displaying the data in tables and graphs are
available and you can also download it for further processing.

You will need a subscription for our web service to make use of this method.

Read more in section 3.

2.2 Temporary Connection by Modem Call-Up

An alternate way to retrieve data is by calling the wireless modem from a normal modem
connected to your computer. You can then start logging data as if you were connected locally or
download the contents of the PA Pro internal database. A dialled up connection is comparably slow
and downloading the database takes a considerable time.

Even when sending data to the ClimaCheck server it is useful to use the call-up function if you
need to change a setting on the PA Pro.

Read more in section 8.

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2.3 Sending Data by E-mail

This method is listed when accessing the web interface of the ClimaCheck unit, but is currently not
supported.

3 Configuring the PA Pro for sending by GPRS

This section explains how to configure your PA Pro unit to send data by GPRS connection to our
server. You can then log in from any location to access your data. This requires a subscription from
ClimaCheck or one of our partners.

3.1 Connecting to the configuration interface

In order to configure the PA Pro you must open its web based interface:

 Connect your computer to the PA Pro with a “crossed” network cable.
 Wait for the PA Pro to establish a connection with your computer.
 Open a web browser and enter the units IP-address (default 169.254.1.1).
 Enter the user name and password (default “config” and “ef56”).

3.2 Entering APN and ISP phone number

To enable the PA Pro to send data by GPRS you need to enter the APN provided by the supplier of
your SIM card.

 Choose Settings -> Communication -> Modem/PPP
 In the Modem setup string find the text “APN for used operator” last in the string.

Citation mark should remain around the APN. See table below.

 If a username and password is required this should be entered under Login -> Modem.
 Replace this text with the provided APN, leaving the quotation marks in place.
 In some cases your PA Pro unit comes with a preconfigured APN. If you need to change it

just replace what is inside the quotation marks at the end of the string.

 Click Update to confirm your changes.

Figure 2

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In older versions of the PA Pro standard configuration the Phone number to ISP field is blank. If
that is the case enter *99***1# and click Update.

You will need to press Restart to enable the new settings, but you only need to do this once after
finishing all configuration. You can also restart your PA Pro by turning on and off the power.

APN for a number of operators:

NextM2M fixedipaccess (Standard for ClimaCheck SIM)
Telia online.telia.se
Maingate maingate.telia.se
Maingate VPN maingatelan.telia.se
Maingate Roaming apn.maingate.se
Telenor internet.telenor.se
O2 UK mobile.o2.co.uk

3.3 Changing the Database Sample Interval

When using your PA Pro connected directly to a laptop five seconds between each sampling of data
is the standard value. When connecting by GPRS the sample rate is set in the logger and usually to
a lower value not to cause an unnecessary high data traffic cost. The settings for the internal
logger and data transfer are independent.

 Choose Settings -> Advanced -> Databases -> DB1 Short Time.
 Set Time base 1 to the sample interval you want when the compressor is not running. We

recommend 5 minutes for most situations.

 Set Time base 2 to the sample interval you want when the compressor is running. We

recommend 1 minute for most situations.

 Click Update to confirm your changes.

Figure 3

In older versions of the PA Pro standard configuration there is no option to set a different sample
interval for when the compressor is not running. In this case just use the standard Time base
setting.

3.4 Changing Database UDP settings

The Database UDP section contains information that allows the PA Pro to connect to our server.

 Choose Settings -> Advanced -> Database UDP.
 Set ID to the identifier for your account. It is provided to you by ClimaCheck or one of our

partners and always contains six letters or digits.

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 Check the UDP send active box to start sending data. Uncheck the box if you want to

disable the sending of data.

 Click Update to confirm your changes.

Figure 4

3.5 Setting Gateway

The last step to enable sending of data is to set the Gateway in the Modem/PPP section.

 Choose Settings -> Connection -> Modem/PPP.
 Copy the number from the IP-address field to the Gateway field. The default IP-

address/Gateway is 192.168.48.95.

 If you want to disable sending change Gateway back to 0.0.0.0
 Click Update to confirm your changes.
 Click Restart to restart with the new settings enabled.

The PA Pro will now use the connected modem to send data to the server using GPRS and UDP.

Figure 5

Important!

If the PA Pro has been configured with a Gateway setting other than 0.0.0.0 on the
LAN/DNS tab to communicate over a local network, the Modem connection will not work