CONTA-CLIP GSM-PRO User Manual

GSM-PRO

Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

Instruction ManualInstruction Manual

feb 2014 rev7.0

Contents

Contents

ContentsContents

GSM-PRO

1 DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................ 4

1.1 Summary .................................................................................................................................. 4

1.2 Safety instructions .................................................................................................................... 4

1.3 General note ............................................................................................................................. 4

2 SOFTWARE .................................................................................................................... 5

2.1 System requirements ................................................................................................................ 5

2.2 Software installation ................................................................................................................. 5

3 MODULE ....................................................................................................................... 6

3.1 Place the SIM card .................................................................................................................... 6

3.2 Connect the antenna ................................................................................................................ 7

3.3 Connect to power .................................................................................................................... 7

3.4 Connect to PC .......................................................................................................................... 8

3.5 LED description ........................................................................................................................ 8

3.5.1 Module status indication ....................................................................................................8

3.5.2 IO indication ......................................................................................................................8

4 CONFIGURATION ......................................................................................................... 9

4.1 Connect to the GSM-PRO ......................................................................................................... 9

4.2 Synchronize ............................................................................................................................ 10

4.2.1 Upload changes to the module ........................................................................................10

4.2.2 Download settings from module ......................................................................................10

4.2.3 Reset module to default ....................................................................................................10

4.2.4 Synchronize date/time with PC.........................................................................................10

4.2.5 Restart device ...................................................................................................................11

4.2.6 Connect to module ..........................................................................................................11

4.3 Diagnostics ............................................................................................................................. 12

4.3.1 Signal quality ...................................................................................................................12

4.4 Phonebook ............................................................................................................................. 13

4.4.1 Add contacts ....................................................................................................................13

4.4.2 Delete contacts.................................................................................................................14

4.4.3 Import / Export phonebook ..............................................................................................15

4.5 Settings .................................................................................................................................. 16

4.5.1 Main settings ....................................................................................................................16

4.5.2 Periodical message ...........................................................................................................16

4.5.3 Power cycle message ........................................................................................................16

4.5.4 Power down message ......................................................................................................16

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4.5.5 Active users ......................................................................................................................16

4.5.6 Import / Export settings ....................................................................................................17

5 ADVANCED SETTINGS ................................................................................................ 18

5.1 Update ................................................................................................................................... 19

5.1.1 Manual firmware updates ................................................................................................19

5.1.2 OTA firmware update .......................................................................................................19

5.1.3 OTA configuration ............................................................................................................19

5.1.4 Send update information..................................................................................................20

5.2 Network ................................................................................................................................. 20

5.2.1 Allow data usage ..............................................................................................................20

5.2.2 Roaming...........................................................................................................................21

5.2.3 APN settings .....................................................................................................................21

5.2.4 OTA Time synchronisation ................................................................................................21

5.2.5 App ..................................................................................................................................21

5.2.6 Portal ...............................................................................................................................21

5.3 SMTP ...................................................................................................................................... 21

5.3.1 SMTP settings ...................................................................................................................22

5.3.2 SMTP test .........................................................................................................................22

5.4 Log 22

5.4.1 Event log ..........................................................................................................................23

5.4.2 AI log ...............................................................................................................................23

5.4.3 IO operating hours counter ..............................................................................................24

5.4.3.1 Request digital output counter .................................................................................24

5.4.3.2 Request digital input counter ...................................................................................24

5.4.3.3 Reset digital output counter .....................................................................................24

5.4.3.4 Reset digital input counter .......................................................................................24

5.4.4 Monitor input changes during restart ...............................................................................24

5.5 SIM 25

5.5.1 Change SIM pin ...............................................................................................................25

5.5.2 Insert PUK code ................................................................................................................25

5.6 COM port ............................................................................................................................... 25

6 I/O CONFIGURATION AND MESSAGING ..................................................................... 26

6.1 Digital Outputs ....................................................................................................................... 26

6.1.1 Configuration ...................................................................................................................26

6.1.2 Select users ......................................................................................................................27

6.1.3 Messaging ........................................................................................................................27

6.1.3.1 Number ID ...............................................................................................................27

6.1.3.2 User defined instructions ..........................................................................................27

6.1.3.3 Writing to multiple digital outputs ...........................................................................27

6.1.3.4 Writing to a single digital output ..............................................................................27

6.1.4 Using the one-shot function .............................................................................................28

6.1.5 Reading from multiple digital outputs ..............................................................................28

6.1.6 Reading from a single digital output .................................................................................28

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6.1.7 React on RING ..................................................................................................................28

6.1.8 Link DO to DI ...................................................................................................................28

6.1.9 Activate when GSM connection is lost ..............................................................................28

6.1.10 Preserve status on startup ............................................................................................29

6.1.11 Wiring example ............................................................................................................29

6.2 Universal Inputs ...................................................................................................................... 30

6.2.1 Reading from multiple universal inputs ............................................................................30

6.2.2 Select receivers .................................................................................................................30

6.2.3 Confirmation sequence ....................................................................................................30

6.3 Analog inputs ......................................................................................................................... 31

6.3.1 Configuration ...................................................................................................................31

6.3.2 Reading from an analog input ..........................................................................................32

6.3.3 Wiring example ................................................................................................................32

6.4 Digital Inputs .......................................................................................................................... 33

6.4.1 Configuration ...................................................................................................................33

6.4.2 Reading from a digital input .............................................................................................33

6.4.3 Connect to V out ..............................................................................................................34

6.4.4 Wiring example ................................................................................................................34

6.5 Read all IO statuses ................................................................................................................. 35

6.6 Link multiple GSM-PRO’s ........................................................................................................ 35

7 OTHER MESSAGES ...................................................................................................... 36

7.1 Module reset .......................................................................................................................... 36

7.2 Stop messaging ...................................................................................................................... 36

7.3 Show all SMS commands ....................................................................................................... 36

8 ADDITIONAL HARDWARE ............................................................................................ 37

8.1 External antenna ..................................................................................................................... 37

8.2 Programming cable ................................................................................................................ 37

9 ADDITIONAL SOFTWARE ............................................................................................ 38

9.1 GSM-PRO App ........................................................................................................................ 38

9.2 GSM-PRO Portal...................................................................................................................... 38

10 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................... 40

10.1 Cannot connect to the PC, no module found ......................................................................... 40

10.2 No connection to GSM network ............................................................................................. 40

10.3 The module doesn’t send any messages ................................................................................. 40

10.4 The module doesn’t start ........................................................................................................ 40

10.5 Diagnosis ................................................................................................................................ 41

10.5.1 USB ..............................................................................................................................41

10.5.2 OTA .............................................................................................................................41

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10.5.2.1

Port forwarding ...................................................................................................41

11 APPENDIX: SMS COMMANDS..................................................................................... 42

12 APPENDIX: DIAGNOSTIC COMMANDS ....................................................................... 44

13 APPENDIX: SIGNAL STRENGTHS ................................................................................. 45

14 APPENDIX: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................... 46

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1.1

1.1 Summary

1.11.1

The GSM-PRO is a compact remote control and messaging system. All IOs are monitored by SMS and
email and controlled by SMS communication through the GSM network.

The module can be configured with the GSM-PRO PC-software. Each IO can be modified by user­defined parameter names and messages. A selected group of users can be chosen from the
phonebook to control the module, or only receive messages.

GSM-PRO features:

• 4 Digital Outputs (DO), relay CO contact 250V/5A

• 8 Universal Inputs (UI) which can be set by software as:

On each defined input status change (rising or falling flank for digital inputs or reached level for
analog inputs) the module sends a pre- or user-defined message to the selected group of users.
The outputs can be set when a selected user sends a pre- or user-defined SMS to the GSM-PRO.

The GSM-PRO sends a periodical message on user defined times. On power loss the module holds
enough power to send SMS messages to all selected GSM users (NO email). It also sends messages
when coming back from a power reset.

1.2

1.2 Safety instructions

1.21.2

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Summary

SummarySummary

Safety instructions

Safety instructionsSafety instructions

TION

TIONTION

- Analog Input (AI), 0..10V

- Digital Input (DI)

• This device is NOT suitable for monitoring sensible or time critical processes. Power
interruption or GSM network failures do not guarantee flawless monitoring.

• Keep ESD precautions in mind when opening the module.

• This module can require a GSM data connection. For information about costs ask your GSM

service provider.

1.3

1.3 General note

General note

1.31.3

General noteGeneral note

This manual applies to firmware and interface version 2.0.0 or higher. Some functions are not
available in older versions.

NOTE:
Firmware version 1.6.2 or lower is not compatible with interface version 2.0.0 or higher.
Firmware version 2.0.0 or higher is not compatible with interface version 1.5.2 or lower.

Please contact Conta-Clip when an older revision is needed.

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2222 SSSSOFTWAR

Download the latest GSM-PRO interface software at:

http://www.conta-clip.com/en/service/

On start up the interface software checks if there is a new interface available and, when a module is
connected, a new firmware version is available. To manually check for updates click: Help -> check for
updates.
NOTE: checking for updates requires an internet connection.

2.1

2.1 System requirement

2.12.1

The following requirements are needed to run and use the software properly:

2.2

2.2 Software installat

2.22.2

As the program needs to install hardware drivers make sure you have administrator rights.

Run the GSM-PRO_setup.exe to install the application. The setup wizard will guide you through the
rest of the setup process.
When starting the interface for the first time it will prompt if you want to keep informed on updates
by email. This function can be repeated in the advanced settings update tab (see 5.1).
After starting the interface set the language by: Edit -> Language. The chosen language is saved and
recalled at start up.

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System requirementssss

System requirementSystem requirement

• Windows XP sp3, Vista, 7, 8

• Minimal 1024 x 768 pixels screen resolution

• 100MB Hard disc capacity available

• 256MB RAM

• USB port

Software installation

Software installatSoftware installat

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3333 MODULE

MODULE

MODULEMODULE

3.1

3.1 Place the SIM card

3.13.1

NOTE: Keep ESD precautions in mind when opening the module.

Place a SIM card into the SIM card holder to access the GSM network:

• Lift the lid with a small flat screwdriver.

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Place the SIM card

Place the SIM cardPlace the SIM card

• Place a SIM card into the SIM card holder (image may vary).

• Replace the lid.

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3.2

3.2 Connect the antenna

3.23.2

Connect the antenna on the antenna connector on top of the module.

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Connect the antenna

Connect the antennaConnect the antenna

3.3

3.3 Connect to power

Connect to power

3.33.3

Connect to powerConnect to power

Connect the 24V and 0V to a 24VDC power supply (10..30VDC).

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3.4

3.4 CCCCoooonnec

3.43.4

Connect a USB cable (artnr. 16103.2, sold separately, please contact Conta-Clip for further
information) to the mini USB socket on the module, and the other end to a USB port on a PC.
NOTE: Make sure to install the interface software and drivers before connecting the module to a PC.

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3.5

3.5 LED description

LED description

3.53.5

LED descriptionLED description

3.5.1

3.5.1 Module status indication

3.5.13.5.1

After connecting the power it takes about 10 seconds before the first Led activates.

The Led ‘Run’ indicates module activity:

The Led ‘Com’ indicates network activity:

The Led ‘Busy’ indicates module activity:

After data transfers between the PC and the module, the module performs a reset. During this time all
UI Led’s light up and all other Led’s are off.

3.5.2

3.5.2 IO indication

3.5.23.5.2

Module status indication

Module status indicationModule status indication

• Flash = starting-up (takes about 90 seconds)

• ON = ready for use (blinks every 10 seconds)

• OFF = no power

• green ON = connected to GSM network’

• green Flash = roaming GSM network

• green OFF = not connected to GSM network

• ON = module currently busy

IO indication

IO indicationIO indication

• For each Digital Output a Led lights up when the relay is activated.

• The Universal Input Led’s light up when:

- When set as digital input : the input is active (1)

- When set as analog input : a top or bottom threshold is exceeded

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4444 CONFIGURATION

CONFIGURATION

CONFIGURATIONCONFIGURATION

4.1

4.1 Connect to the

4.14.1

Connect 24VDC to the module and connect a USB cable between the GSM-PRO and a PC USB port.
Wait for the module to start up and run the GSM-PRO interface software.
NOTE: module start up takes about 90 seconds, after connecting to power it takes about 10 seconds
before the first Led activates.

On start up the configuration software searches all available COM ports for an available GSM-PRO.
When found, the software downloads the diagnostic data and prompts to download the settings
from the device. If chosen yes, the user interface will be automatically updated.

If no module was found on start-up, click the connect button in the upper right corner to search for
the module:

GSM-PRO

Connect to the GSM

Connect to the Connect to the

GSM----PRO

PRO

GSMGSM

PROPRO

If the module is found the text ‘connected’ at the bottom left side will appear.

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4.2

4.2 Synchronize

Synchronize

4.24.2

SynchronizeSynchronize

Press the synchronize button to edit the module:

4.2.1

4.2.1 Upload changes to the module

4.2.14.2.1

Upload changes to the module

Upload changes to the moduleUpload changes to the module

Upload current configuration software settings to the module.
NOTE: uploading settings to the module overwrites all settings within the module. Therefore it is
highly recommended to download the settings from the module first, before uploading any new
changes.

4.2.2

4.2.2 Download settings from module

4.2.24.2.2

Download settings from module

Download settings from moduleDownload settings from module

Download all settings from the module into the interface.

4.2.3

4.2.3 Reset module to default

4.2.34.2.3

Reset module to default

Reset module to defaultReset module to default

Restore all settings in the module back to factory default.

4.2.4

4.2.4 Synchronize date/t

4.2.44.2.4

Synchronize date/time

Synchronize date/tSynchronize date/t

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with PC

with PCwith PC

The date and time of the module are synchronized with your PC system time.

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4.2.5

4.2.5 Restart device

4.2.54.2.5

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Restart device

Restart deviceRestart device

Due to the internal capacity it’s not possible to quickly reset the device by powering off. Click this
button to reset the device by software.

4.2.6

4.2.6 Connect t

4.2.64.2.6

Connect to module

Connect tConnect t

o module

o moduleo module

Find a module and connect to it by USB.

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4.3

4.3 Diagnostics

4.34.3

After connecting to the module the diagnostics tab is filled. This page shows:

• Registered GSM network or connection errors

• Signal strength in percentage and signal quality

• Module timestamp

• Module firmware version

• IMEI number

• Error messages:

Refresh the diagnostics tab by clicking the ‘diagnostic check’ button.

To request the diagnostics by SMS send:

Press the ‘check data connection’ button to test if a GPRS (internet) connection can be established by
the module. Check chapter 5.2. for further instructions on setting up an internet connection.

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Diagnostics

DiagnosticsDiagnostics

- SIM PIN code required

- SIM PUK code required

- No SIM card

- Date / Time not set

- No user selected

- No network registration

status

status

.

statusstatus

4.3.1

4.3.1 Signal quality

4.3.14.3.1

The signal quality information is defined by the Dutch Telecom Agency according to GSM network
regulations. The full list is shown in the appendix.

To request the signal strength /and quality by SMS send:

Signal quality

Signal qualitySignal quality

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csq

csq

csqcsq

.

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4.4

4.4 Phonebook

Phonebook

4.44.4

PhonebookPhonebook

The interface software has a phonebook to list all your contacts for further usage. All actions in the
phonebook will auto save on completion.

4.4.1

4.4.1 Add contacts

4.4.14.4.1

Add contacts

Add contactsAdd contacts

To add a contact to the phonebook click on the next empty row and fill in the name and phone
number or email address.

NOTE: The phone number must be preceded by the international access code
E.g.:

• UK +44

• Germany +49

• France +33

• Netherlands +31

• Italy +39

• Spain +34

• Poland +48

• Portugal +351

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4.4.2

4.4.2 Delete contacts

4.4.24.4.2

Delete contacts

Delete contactsDelete contacts

To delete a contact select one or multiple rows to delete and click the delete button.

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4.4.3

4.4.3 Import /

4.4.34.4.3

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Import / Export

Import / Import /

Export phonebook

Export Export

phonebook

phonebookphonebook

The phonebook can be exported for usage on another PC that has the interface software installed. To
export the phonebook click the ‘phonebook’ button and ‘export phonebook’. Windows prompts
‘save as’. Save the file with a given name on a preferred destination to the PC.

To import the phonebook click the ‘phonebook’ button and ‘import phonebook’. Windows prompts
to point the location of an exported *.cpf file.

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4.5

4.5 Settings

Settings

4.54.5

SettingsSettings

4.5.1

4.5.1 Main settings

4.5.14.5.1

Main settings

Main settingsMain settings

The main functions of the module are configured in the ‘settings’ tab:

• Module name

• SIM pin number, this is the pin number to access the SIM card. By most providers it is default

set to 0000.

4.5.2

4.5.2 Periodical message

4.5.24.5.2

Periodical message

Periodical messagePeriodical message

The GSM-PRO can send a periodical message on a user defined time:

• Daily, set the time

• Weekly, set the day and time

• Monthly, set the day of the month and time

This message can be supplemented with the actual status of all IOs.

4.5.3

4.5.3 Power cycle message

4.5.34.5.3

Power cycle message

Power cycle messagePower cycle message

The GSM-PRO can send a message on every module start up, so the users are aware of a power
recovery.

4.5.4

4.5.4 Power down message

4.5.44.5.4

Power down message

Power down messagePower down message

On power loss the module holds enough capacity to send SMS messages to the first 5 selected GSM
users.
The GSM-PRO detects a power down when the power < 8V and returns when the power > 10V.

NOTE: The module tries to send the message to all defined users in the settings tab with the
guarantee of the first 5 selected users.

4.5.5

4.5.5 Active users

4.5.54.5.5

Active users

Active usersActive users

The active users are those who have full access to the module and receive the auto messages. The
sequence of messaging is determined by the order of selected users (nr 1 to 10).

If a user only needs to access the module but doesn’t want to receive any messages uncheck the
checkbox behind the user.

Click the button ‘Copy users to UIs’ to copy the selected users from the settings tab to all UI tabs.

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4.5.6

4.5.6 Import /

4.5.64.5.6

Import / Export settings

Import / Import /

Export settings

Export settingsExport settings

Export the settings to preserve them for later usage after closing the user interface. To export all
settings click the ‘settings’ button and ‘export settings’. Windows prompts ‘save as’. Save the file with
a given name on a preferred destination to the PC.

To import the settings click the ‘settings’ button and ‘import settings’. Windows prompts to point the
location of an exported *.ccf file.

To print all settings click print settings and select an available printer.

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5555 ADVANCED SETTINGS

ADVANCED SETTINGS

ADVANCED SETTINGSADVANCED SETTINGS

Access the ‘advanced settings’ by clicking Edit->advanced settings or tapping F2.
The following functions can be configured:

• updates

• network connection

• email

• logging

• SIM card

• COM port

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After completing the set-up the configuration needs to be uploaded to the module. See chapter 4.2.1
for further details.

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5.1

5.1 Update

5.15.1

The GSM-PRO can perform firmware updates remote(OTA) or when connected by USB to a PC.
OOOOver TTTThe AAAAir (OTA) covers remote actions where the data is transmitted over GPRS.

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Update

UpdateUpdate

NOTE: To perform an OTA action the module has to be registered to a GSM data connection and data
usage has to be allowed (see section network settings)

5.1.1

5.1.1 Manual firmware updates

5.1.15.1.1

Download the latest firmware at: http://www.conta-clip.com/en/service/

After downloading, unzip the complete folder to a location on your PC. Click the firmware update
button and the software prompts to the location of the firmware. Locate the unzipped folder and
select the GSM-PRO.jar file.

During the firmware update all UI Leds on the module light up. The firmware update takes about 2
minutes. After the update the module restarts itself.

NOTE: do NOT disconnect the module or turn off the power supply during this operation.

5.1.2

5.1.2 OTA firmware update

5.1.25.1.2

To remotely update the firmware send:
it and restarts. When a firmware update is succeeded the module sends a confirmation to the sender.

To check the modules current firmware version send:
firmware version: <version number>.

To check if there is a newer firmware version available send:
name> (No) update found. Online <firmware version> local: <firmware version>.

5.1.3

5.1.3 OTA configuration

5.1.35.1.3

Manual firmware updates

Manual firmware updatesManual firmware updates

OTA firmware update

OTA firmware updateOTA firmware update

OTA configuration

OTA configurationOTA configuration

fotap

fotap

. The GSM-PRO downloads the online firmware, installs

fotapfotap

fwv

fwv

. The module answers <module name>

fwvfwv

cupd

cupd

. The module answers <module

cupdcupd

rotac

rotac

The configuration with the user interface can be performed remotely. Send:
procedure. When the command is received the module uploads the current configuration to the

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rotacrotac

to start this

Conta-Clip server and answers: ‘module IMEI nr: <IMEI nr> <module name> configuration file
uploaded.’

Fill the unique module International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) into the user interface and
press ‘download configuration’. The user interface will be automatically updated with the settings of
the (remote) module.

After making the required changes to the configuration, press ‘upload configuration’ to upload the
new configuration onto the Conta-Clip server. Configuration files are kept on the server for 5 days.

Finally send:
configuration and resets, this will take about one minute. Finally the module answers: ‘<module
name> configuration file updated’.

The configuration file can also be requested by sending:
(e.g.
configuration file is received by the email address. Download and import the file into the interface, for
further information see chapter 4.5.6.

NOTE: to up- and download the configuration the PC has to be connected to the internet.

5.1.4

5.1.4 Send update information

5.1.45.1.4

GSM-PRO

cotac

cotac

to inform the module that the new configuration is online. It will download the

cotaccotac

ccf

ccf

directly followed by a valid email address

ccf ccf

ccf

ccf

[e-mail]). When ready, the module answers with a confirmation message and the

ccfccf

Send update information

Send update informationSend update information

Send us your contact details to stay informed on any updates regarding this product.
Your details will be used for this purpose only.

5.2

5.2 Network

Network

5.25.2

NetworkNetwork

5.2.1

5.2.1 Allow data usage

5.2.15.2.1

Allow data usage

Allow data usageAllow data usage

Mark this checkbox if a data connection is required.
NOTE: Activating mobile internet can cause unexpected costs. Contact your provider for an
appropriate subscription or prepaid card.

If the internet connection is required but not allowed after configuration send an SMS:

name>,<APN username>,<APN password>

name>,<APN username>,<APN password>

name>,<APN username>,<APN password>name>,<APN username>,<APN password>

The module establishes an internet connection upon next restart. The module can now be upgraded
or configured over the air.

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APN,<APN

APN,<APN

APN,<APN APN,<APN

If the internet connection has to maintain after restart, this can be configured remotely.

5.2.2

5.2.2 Roaming

5.2.25.2.2

If roaming is disabled the module blocks SMS and data connections when registered to a foreign
GSM network.
NOTE: contact your GSM service provider for roaming rates to avoid unexpected high billing.

5.2.3

5.2.3 APN settings

5.2.35.2.3

To register to a GPRS connection, enter the APN (Access Point Name) settings of your GSM service
provider. If these settings are unknown to you, request them at your provider.

Before uploading them into the module the APN settings can be tested by pressing the ‘test’ button.
This tests the APN settings entered into the fields in the interface.

Remotely check the GSM data connection by sending:
the connection.

5.2.4

5.2.4 OTA

5.2.45.2.4

The module can check online if date/time is not correct, if needed the module performs a
synchronisation.
When selected this action is performed approximately every 24hours after powering up.

To synchronize date/time by SMS send:
synchronise.
The module answers: <module name> set time to <timestamp>.

NOTE: after synchronizing date/time the module automatically restarts.

5.2.5

5.2.5 App

5.2.55.2.5

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Roaming

RoamingRoaming

APN settings

APN settingsAPN settings

cdc

cdc

. The module answers with the status of

cdccdc

OTA Time synchronisation

Time synchronisation

OTA OTA

Time synchronisationTime synchronisation

time

time

. The module takes the provider message timestamp to

timetime

App

AppApp

Mark the checkbox to synchronize your GSM-PRO’s events and IO status so it can be read and
controlled by an Apple iOS or Android App.

5.2.6

5.2.6 Portal

5.2.65.2.6

Mark the checkbox and fill your PC’s remote IP and port to allow the GSM-PRO to access the Portal
software.
See the GSM-PRO Portal manual for further instructions.

5.3

5.3 SMTP

5.35.3

Enter the SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) settings for outgoing email. The SMTP is used to send
email via outgoing mail server. Insert these values only if you want the module to send emails.

Portal

PortalPortal

SMTP

SMTPSMTP

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5.3.1

5.3.1 SMTP settings

5.3.15.3.1

SMTP settings

SMTP settingsSMTP settings

Conta-Clip offers free usage of the SMTP server for outgoing mail of the GSM-PRO. If you want to use
the Conta-Clip SMTP server enter ‘Conta-Clip’ as the server name.
NOTE: Conta-Clip does not guarantee any uptime of this service.

If you prefer to use your own SMTP server, enter your SMTP settings. Contact your hosting service for
further details.
Make sure to insert a valid sender, this is an email address on the SMTP server. When this is not
correct some servers might not accept self-addressed email or the email might not get past spam
filters.

NOTE: SSL connected SMTP servers e.g. Hotmail / Gmail are not supported by the GSM-PRO.

5.3.2

5.3.2 SMTP test

5.3.25.3.2

SMTP test

SMTP testSMTP test

Before uploading into the module, the SMTP settings can be tested by entering an existing email
address and then pressing the ‘test’ button. This tests the APN settings entered into the fields in the
interface.

NOTE: A GSM data connection is required to test the SMTP server.

5.4

5.4 Log

Log

5.45.4

LogLog

The GSM-PRO can keep log files with a maximum size of 720 events. When a log is 90% full the
module sends a warning message to the active users. When the log is 100% full the module sends
another warning message and then it stops logging until downloaded or erased.
A full log can also be sent automatically to one selected email address. After this action the log file is
automatically erased and the module continues logging.

Each log can be viewed and erased while connected to the PC by clicking the button or remote by
sending a command.

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5.4.1

5.4.1 Event log

5.4.15.4.1

Event log

Event logEvent log

When this log is enabled the GSM-PRO logs the following events:

• Reached threshold limits on the AI inputs

• Rising and falling flank on the digital inputs (DI)

• Received messages

• Sent messages

• Data transmissions

• OTA updates

When connected, view this log by clicking ‘view event log’. View remote by sending:
followed by a valid email address (e.g.

evlog

evlog

[e-mail]). When ready, the module answers

evlogevlog

evlog

evlog

evlogevlog

directly

with a confirmation message and the event log is received at the email address.

When connected erase the event log by clicking ‘erase event log’. Erase remote by sending:

evclr

evclr

evclrevclr

The module answers with a confirmation message.

NOTE: on heavy usage the event log is filled rapidly. It is highly recommended to choose the auto
send option when enabled.

5.4.2

5.4.2 AI

5.4.25.4.2

AI log

log

AIAI

loglog

Choose the interval for the AI log:

• 10 min (5 days)

• 15 min (7.5 days)

• 20 min (10 days)

• 30 min (15 days)

• 45 min (22.5 days)

• 60 min (30 days)

The log duration in days is based on logging 1 AI.

When connected, view this log by clicking ‘view AI log’. View remote by sending:
followed by a valid email address (e.g.

ailog

ailog

[e-mail]). When ready the module answers

ailogailog

ai

ailog

log

aiai

loglog

directly

with a confirmation message and the AI log is received by the email address.

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When connected, erase the event log by clicking ‘erase AI log’. Erase remote by sending:
module answers with a confirmation message.

5.4.3

5.4.3 IO operating hours counter

5.4.35.4.3

The IO operating hours counter sums the total time the IO is in HI state. The counter can be turned
on/off each individual digital in- and output. The counted value can be added to the periodical
message and ‘RALL’(see chapter 6.5).

Counters are limited to 17500 hours.

NOTE: make sure to keep all IO’s in LO state when configuring the counters due to faults in starting
time.

5.4.3.1

5.4.3.1 Request digital output counter

5.4.3.15.4.3.1

To retrieve the counter value of an individual digital output, send:
the requested digital output. The module answers: ‘Don ON for x,xx hours’.

To retrieve the counter values of all digital outputs send:
The module answers: ‘Do1 was ON for x,xx hours, Do2 was ON for x,xx hours … Do4 was ON for x,xx
hours’,

5.4.3.2

5.4.3.2 Request digital input counter

5.4.3.25.4.3.2

To retrieve the counter value of an individual digital input, send:
the requested digital input. The module answers: ‘Din ON for x,xx hours’.

To retrieve the counter value of all digital inputs send:
The module answers: ‘Di1 was ON for x,xx hours, Di2 was ON for x,xx hours … Di8 was ON for x,xx
hours’.

IO operating hours counter

IO operating hours counterIO operating hours counter

Request digital output counter

Request digital output counterRequest digital output counter

Request digital input counter

Request digital input counterRequest digital input counter

timedo0.

timedo0.

timedo0.timedo0.

timedi0.

timedi0.

timedi0.timedi0.

time

timedo

timetime

timedi

timedin

timeditimedi

don

, where n is the number of

dodo

, where n is the number of

aiclr

aiclr

aiclraiclr

. The

5.4.3.3

5.4.3.3 Reset digital output counter

5.4.3.35.4.3.3

To reset the counter value of an individual digital output, send:
the requested digital output. The module answers: ‘erasing counter Don’.

To reset the counter values of all digital outputs, send:
counter Do1, erasing counter Do2… erasing counter Do4’.

5.4.3.4

5.4.3.4 Reset digital input counter

5.4.3.45.4.3.4
To reset the counter value of an individual digital input, send:

the requested digital input. The module answers: ‘erasing counter Din’.

To reset the counter values of all digital inputs, send:
counter Di1, erasing counter Di2… erasing counter Di4’.

5.4.4

5.4.4 Monitor input changes during restart

5.4.45.4.4

The module detects changes on the inputs while restarting. The status when is saved on restart /
power-down and will be compared on next start-up. Any changes detected are send to the
configured users.

Reset digital output counter

Reset digital output counterReset digital output counter

Reset digital input counter

Reset digital input counterReset digital input counter

Monitor input changes during restart

Monitor input changes during restartMonitor input changes during restart

clr

clrtimedo

timedo0000

clrclr

timedotimedo

clr

clrtimedi

timedi0000

clrclr

timeditimedi

clr

clrtimed

timedoooon

clrclr

timedtimed

. The module answers: ‘erasing

clr

clrtimedi

timedin

clrclr

timeditimedi

. The module answers: ‘erasing

, where n is the number of

, where n is the number of

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5.5

5.5 SIM

SIM

5.55.5

SIMSIM

GSM-PRO

5.5.1

5.5.1 Change SIM pin

5.5.15.5.1

Change the SIM pin code by inserting the current pin code and the new one. Click ‘change SIM pin’
to change.

5.5.2

5.5.2 Insert PUK code

5.5.25.5.2

When a wrong PIN number is given 3 times the SIM card is locked and requests the PUK code. The
diagnostics page shows this in the error messages. Insert the correct PUK and PIN code and click
‘insert PUK code’.

5.6

5.6 CCCCOM port

5.65.6

The COM port tab shows on which COM port a GSM-PRO module is found.

Change SIM pin

Change SIM pinChange SIM pin

Insert PUK code

Insert PUK codeInsert PUK code

OM port

OM portOM port

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6666 I/O

I/O CONFIGURATION AND ME

I/OI/O

The module responds to read and write commands. Commands are preceded by an ‘r’ for read and
‘w’ for write actions.
All SMS commands are NOT case sensitive.

6.1

6.1 Digital Output

6.16.1

6.1.1

6.1.1 Configuration

6.1.16.1.1

The GSM-PRO has 4 CO outputs. The following items can be configured with the software:

• Name, this name must be unique and cannot be used with any other input or output. Default

• After setting a digital output the module sends a confirmation message followed by the actual

• Send only the user defined text, this sends only the text defined in the message box, no

• Define your own instructions to control the output.

• Activate or toggle the output when starting a phone call with the module.

• Link DO to DI

• Activate when GSM connection lost, deactivate when GSM connection returns.

• Preserve or deactivate the status on restart or power cycle.

GSM-PRO

CONFIGURATION AND MESSAGING

CONFIGURATION AND MECONFIGURATION AND ME

Digital Outputssss

Digital OutputDigital Output

Configuration

ConfigurationConfiguration

set as DO1 to DO4.

output state. This message is sent only to the sender of the message.

module name, IO name and timestamp. See section 6.6.

SSAGING

SSAGINGSSAGING

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6.1.2

6.1.2 Select

6.1.26.1.2

GSM-PRO

Select users

users

Select Select

usersusers

The recipients have access to the associated digital output.
NOTE: Selected DO users do not have any rights to send other commands to the module other than
addressed to the defined output.

6.1.3

6.1.3 Messaging

6.1.36.1.3

Messaging

MessagingMessaging

It is possible to send self made instructions or use the pre-defined instructions per output or as a
group as described in the next chapters.
With these instructions an output can be activated, deactivated and activated for a given period of
time (one-shot).

6.1.3.1

6.1.3.1 Number ID

6.1.3.16.1.3.1

Number ID

Number IDNumber ID

The number ID for setting a digital output can be disabled per output. When disabled the output
responds on both SMS and incoming calls (see 6.1.3.6) from everyone.
NOTE: keep safety precautions in mind when disabling this function together with the ring function
due to unwanted incoming calls.

6.1.3.2

6.1.3.2 User defined instructions

6.1.3.26.1.3.2

Use a self made instruction to control an output. E.g. you may want to use the instruction
activate output 1, and

User defined instructions

User defined instructionsUser defined instructions

pumpoff

to deactivate.

pumpon

In this way the multiple outputs can also be controlled by configuring the same instruction for
another output.

It is also possible to combine functions with one instruction. E.g. activate an output, deactivate
another, activate the one-shot on a third and so on.

6.1.3.3

6.1.3.3 Writing to multiple digital outputs

6.1.3.36.1.3.3

To set all Digital outputs send the default message:

Writing to multiple digital outputs

Writing to multiple digital outputsWriting to multiple digital outputs

wwwwmdo

mdoxxxx

mdomdo

Each x represents the state of its positions output: 0=off, 1=on, 2=don’t change and 3=toggle.
E.g. when you send

wmdo

wmdo0123

wmdowmdo

:

• DO1 sets to 0

• DO2 sets to 1

• DO3 is not changed

• DO4 toggles its state (0 to 1 or 1 to 0)

The module sends a confirmation message with the output states only to the sender: ‘status DO1=x,
DO2=x, DO3=x, DO4=x’

NOTE: see user defined functions to define own instructions.

to

6.1.3.4

6.1.3.4 Writing to

6.1.3.46.1.3.4
To set an individual digital output (DO) send the following default message:

Writing to a

Writing toWriting to

a single digital output

a a

single digital output

single digital outputsingle digital output

wdo

wdonx

wdowdo

, where n= the
output number and x is the state.
E.g. when you send

wdo

wdo31,

wdowdo

DO3 is set to 1.

When a user defined name is given to an output, it can be addressed by putting the name between
asterisks. E.g. if an output is called ‘light’, you can set it by sending

w*

w*light****3

w*w*

, this output will be

toggled.

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If set, the module sends a confirmation message: ‘status DOn=x‘, or when a user defined name is
given: ‘status

name

=x‘

If an output state is already in the state, the text: ‘status not changed’ is added to the answer.

NOTE: see user defined functions to define own instructions.

6.1.4

6.1.4 Using the one

6.1.46.1.4

Using the one----shot function

Using the oneUsing the one

shot function

shot functionshot function

The digital outputs can be set for a given time from 1 to 36000 seconds. When this command is
received, the DO sets to 1 and after the number of seconds the DO falls back to 0. The one shot
function is called by selecting a single DO followed by a ‘t’ for time and the time in seconds. E.g.
when you send

wdo

wdo1t10

1t10

wdowdo

1t101t10

DO1 is set for 10 seconds.

The one-shot function sends two answers, one at the start and one at the end of the sequence.

NOTE: see user defined functions to define own instructions.

6.1.5

6.1.5 Reading

6.1.56.1.5

Reading from

Reading Reading

from multiple

from from

multiple digital outputs

multiple multiple

digital outputs

digital outputsdigital outputs

To retrieve the status of all digital outputs send:

rmdo

rmdo

rmdormdo

.

The module answers: ‘status DO1=x, DO2=x, DO3=x, DO4=x’

6.1.6

6.1.6 Reading

6.1.66.1.6

To retrieve the status of an individual digital output, send:

Reading from

Reading Reading

from a single digital output

from from

a single digital output

a single digital outputa single digital output

rdo

rdon

, where n is the number of the

rdordo

requested digital output. The module answers: ‘status DOn=x’

When a user defined name is given to a digital output it can be addressed by putting the name
between asterisks. E.g. if an output is called ‘light’, you read the status by sending

r*

r*light****

r*r*

. The

module answers: ‘status light=x’

6.1.7

6.1.7 React

6.1.76.1.7

React on RING

on RING

React React

on RINGon RING

This function enables toggling one or more DOs on a RING (phone call) command. When one of the
selected users in the settings tab dials the number of the module it toggles all selected DOs and
breaks the connection. The caller receives a SMS message with the status of the DOs.

When the output timer value is set greater than 0 the output status is set to 1 for the amount of
seconds set. If the output status is already 1 this is kept for the amount of seconds and then set to 0.

Set the output timer value to 0 to disable the timer function.

6.1.8

6.1.8 Link DO to DI

6.1.86.1.8

Link DO to DI

Link DO to DILink DO to DI

DO1 can be linked to DI1, DO2 to DI2 and so on. When a status change on a DI is detected the
corresponding DO will adopt this status.
The status of the DO can always be overruled by an SMS message setting the output(s)(see above). If
an output has already the same state as the linked input the output will not change.

NOTE: This function can conflict with the SMS and RING instructions.

6.1.9

6.1.9 Activate

6.1.96.1.9

Activate when GSM connection

ActivateActivate

when GSM connection is

when GSM connection when GSM connection

is los

lostttt

is is

loslos

Select to activate an output when the GSM connection is lost. The output deactivates as soon as the
GSM connection is re-established.

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NOTE: This function can conflict with the SMS and RING instructions.

6.1.10

6.1.10 Preserve status on startup

6.1.106.1.10

Preserve status on startup

Preserve status on startupPreserve status on startup

Choose if the status per output is preserved on restart or power cycle. If deselected the output is
deactivated.

6.1.11

6.1.11 Wiring example

6.1.116.1.11

Wiring example

Wiring exampleWiring example

In the following example Do1 is connected as normally open and Do4 is connected as normally
closed.

Connect only to a single polarity supply!

The following examples are not allowed:

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6.2

6.2 Universal Input

Universal Inputssss

6.26.2

Universal InputUniversal Input

The GSM-PRO has 8 universal inputs which can individual be configured as:

• Analog input AI (0..10V)

• Digital input DI (default)

The selected button represents the chosen function and is set after uploading.

6.2.1

6.2.1 Read

6.2.16.2.1

To read all universal inputs send the default message:
The module sends a status message with the input states: ‘read UI1=xxxx, UI2=xxxx, …. UI8=xxxx’. UI
is replaced by the configured input type: AI or DI.

6.2.2

6.2.2 Select

6.2.26.2.2

The recipients receive the messages of the selected UI. The sequence of messaging is determined by
the order of selected users (nr 1 to 10).
NOTE: Selected UI users do not have any rights to send commands to the module.

6.2.3

6.2.3 Confirmation sequence

6.2.36.2.3

Readin

ing

g from

from multiple universal input

ReadRead

inin

g g

Select receivers

receivers

Select Select

receiversreceivers

Confirmation sequence

Confirmation sequenceConfirmation sequence

multiple universal inputssss

from from

multiple universal inputmultiple universal input

rmui

rmui

rmuirmui

When the confirmation is enabled, the module sends the message to the selected users one by one
with an adjustable interval delay.
E.g. the sequence starts, the first phone number is addressed. When the delay time has expired, the
next phone number in the list is addressed, and so on until the last phone number in the list is
addressed.
This can be repeated for selected number of times before the module stops the sequence.

The user who receives the message is able to stop the confirmation sequence by sending a chosen
text (can be left blank) to the module before the delay has expired. The module answers:
‘Confirmation ended <timestamp>’

NOTE: When a new status is reached on the UI, a new sequence is started and the old sequence is
stopped automatically.

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When there are one or more email addresses in the user list, the email is sent only once to all email
addresses at the beginning of the sequence.

6.3

6.3 Analog input

Analog inputssss

6.36.3

Analog inputAnalog input

Each analog input (AI) represents a scaled value from 0 to 10V. Within this scale threshold values can
be monitored.

6.3.1

6.3.1 Configuration

6.3.16.3.1

Configuration

ConfigurationConfiguration

Configure the following items:

• Name; this name must be unique and cannot be used with any other input or output.
Default set as AI1 to AI8.

• The unit for the input feedback. E.g. litres (Ltr) or kilograms (kg).

• Log this AI at a pre-set interval, see chapter 5.4 for interval settings.

• The min. value represents the scaled value for 0V

• The max. value represents the scaled value for 10V

• Lower limit threshold

• Upper limit threshold

• Minimal change (hysteresis)

• Send only the user defined text, this sends only the text defined in the message box, no

module name, IO name and timestamp.

• The Analog Inputs can generate messages including value and unit when:

- The upper limit + hysteresis is reached

- The lower limit – hysteresis is reached

- The status recovers between the upper and lower limit +/- hysteresis

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NOTE: The min./max. and threshold/hysteresis values are limited to 5 digits with a maximum of 2
decimals.

A delay in seconds can be set which a changed AI has to exceed before it is accepted, during the delay
the UI led blinks. If the status of the delay is changed back again to the previous state before the delay
is expired the change is discarded.
Set the delay to 0 to disable detection delay.

6.3.2

6.3.2 Reading

6.3.26.3.2

Reading from

Reading Reading

from aaaannnn analog input

from from

analog input

analog inputanalog input

To retrieve the status of an analog input, send:

rrrrui

uin

, where n is the number of the requested input.

uiui

The module answers: ‘status AIn=xxxx’

When a user defined name is given to an input it can be addressed by putting the name between
asterisks. E.g. if an output is called ‘watertank’, you read the status by sending

r*

r*watertank****

r*r*

. The

module answers: ‘status watertank=xxxx’

6.3.3

6.3.3 Wiring example

6.3.36.3.3

Wiring example

Wiring exampleWiring example

In the following example Ai1 and Ai8 are connected to an analog source.

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6.4

6.4 Digital Input

6.46.4

6.4.1

6.4.1 Configuration

6.4.16.4.1

Configure the following items:

• Name; this name must be unique and cannot be used with any other input or output. Default

• The Digital Inputs can generate messages when:

A delay in seconds can be set which a changed DI has to exceed before it is accepted, during the
delay the UI led blinks. If the status of the delay is changed again before the delay is expired the
change is discarded.
Set the delay to 0 to disable detection delay.

GSM-PRO

Digital Inputssss

Digital InputDigital Input

Configuration

ConfigurationConfiguration

set as DI1 to DI8.

- A rising flank is detected: the status changes from 0 to 1

- A falling flank is detected: the status changes from 1 to 0

6.4.2

6.4.2 Reading

6.4.26.4.2

To retrieve the status of a digital input, send:
module answers: ‘status DIn=x’

When a user defined name is given to an input it can be addressed by putting the name between
asterisks. E.g. if an input is called ‘door’, you read the status by sending
answers: ‘status door=x’

Reading from

Reading Reading

from a

from from

a digital

digital input

a a

digitaldigital

input

inputinput

rui

ruin

, where n is the number of the requested input. The

ruirui

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r*

r*door****

r*r*

. The module

6.4.3

6.4.3 Connect to V

6.4.36.4.3

GSM-PRO

Connect to V out

Connect to VConnect to V

out

outout

The module contains a source which can be used to connect the digital inputs. When using the
power down function it’s highly recommended to use this source over the input voltage to connect
the digital inputs. Otherwise the change of the digital inputs could be detected before the power
down, causing the module to send digital input change messages and not having enough capacity to
also send the power down message.

NOTE: the V+ is a source with 20mA which is designed for signalling. This connection is not suitable
as power supply.

6.4.4

6.4.4 Wiring example

6.4.46.4.4

Wiring example

Wiring exampleWiring example

In the following example all Di’s are connected to be pulled-up with +V.

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6.5

6.5 Read all IO statuses

6.56.5

GSM-PRO

Read all IO statuses

Read all IO statusesRead all IO statuses

To retrieve the status of all IOs send:
<Module name> IO status:
DO1=x (to) DO4=x
UI1=xxx (to) UI8=xxx

Where UI is replaced by the chosen input type: AI or DI.

To send the full IO status to an email address send:

6.6

6.6 Link multiple GSM

Link multiple GSM----PRO’s

6.66.6

Link multiple GSMLink multiple GSM

It’s possible to link multiple GSM-PRO units by SMS. By selecting the ‘send only user defined text’ in
the IO configuration it’s possible to send the pre-defined messages to other modules.

For example: digital input 8 sends WDO21 on a rising flank to a second unit. This unit receives the
message, set’s digital output 2 and sends a message WDO31 to a third unit, and so on. On the falling
flank the first unit sends WDO20 to deactivate the digital output on the second unit and so on.
It is also possible to send an SMS to itself and activate digital outputs on reaction to digital inputs.

NOTE: The digital outputs cannot parse any messages. They only respond to their sender.

PRO’s

PRO’sPRO’s

rall

rall

. The module answers:

rallrall

rall<email>

rall<email>

rall<email>rall<email>

.

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7777 OTHER MESSAGES

OTHER MESSAGES

OTHER MESSAGESOTHER MESSAGES

7.1

7.1 Module reset

7.17.1

GSM-PRO

Module reset

Module resetModule reset

Reset with the following command:
with the power cycle message if set.

7.2

7.2 Stop messaging

Stop messaging

7.27.2

Stop messagingStop messaging

The command:
The module answers: ‘messaging turned off’.

To turn back on the messaging send:
The module answers: ‘messaging turned on’.

7.3

7.3 Show all SMS commands

Show all SMS commands

7.37.3

Show all SMS commandsShow all SMS commands

Send

help

help

helphelp

mes

mesoff

off

mesmes

to receive a list with all commands. See chapter 10 for an overview.

will stop the module from sending any more messages.

off off

wreset

wreset

. This performs a full module reset. The module answers

wresetwreset

mes

meson

on

mesmes

onon

.

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8888 ADDI

ADDITIONAL HARDWARE

ADDIADDI

The hardware described below is sold separately. Please contact CONTA-CLIP for more information.

8.1

8.1 External antenna

8.18.1

If mounted in a closed (metal) cabinet the GSM reception can be very poor. Therefore an external
antenna is offered which can be placed outside the cabinet. (Art.nr. 16061.2)

GSM-PRO

TIONAL HARDWARE

TIONAL HARDWARETIONAL HARDWARE

External antenna

External antennaExternal antenna

8.2

8.2 Programming cable

Programming cable

8.28.2

Programming cableProgramming cable

To connect the module to a PC for configuration, a USB to mini USB cable is used. (Art.nr. 16103.2).
This cable may be connected only during the configuration of the module.

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9999 ADDITIONAL

ADDITIONAL SOFTWARE

ADDITIONAL ADDITIONAL

9.1

9.1 GSM

9.19.1

The GSM-PRO App can be downloaded from the Google Play store for Android and from the Apple
Store for Apple iOS.

With the app you can view the IO status and events or set an output by simple tapping your smart
phones touch screen. No longer need to remember any SMS codes.

GSM-PRO

SOFTWARE

SOFTWARESOFTWARE

GSM----PRO App

GSMGSM

PRO App

PRO AppPRO App

Please contact CONTA-CLIP for more information.

9.2

9.2 GSM

GSM----PRO Portal

9.29.2

GSMGSM

The GSM-PRO Portal is a desktop monitoring and control software for multiple GSM-PRO modules. It
can be downloaded from:

http://www.conta-clip.com/en/service/

PRO Portal

PRO PortalPRO Portal

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Please read the Portal manual or contact CONTA-CLIP for more information.

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10

10

TROUBLESH

1010

10.1

10.1 Cannot connect to the PC

10.110.1

10.2

10.2 No connection to GSM network

10.210.2

10.3

10.3 The module doesn’t send any messages

10.310.3

10.4

10.4 The module doesn’t

10.410.4

GSM-PRO

TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHTROUBLESH

Cannot connect to the PC, no module found

Cannot connect to the PCCannot connect to the PC

• Disconnect the module from power / PC wait 10 seconds and re-connect.

• Reboot the PC after driver installation.

• In your system device manager Ports (COM & LPT) check if the driver of the Silicon

Labs CP210x

Labs CP210x is installed and the version is higher or equal to 6.3.0.0.

Labs CP210xLabs CP210x

• Try a different USB port, remove any hubs or extension cables.

No connection to GSM network

No connection to GSM networkNo connection to GSM network

• Make sure the SIM card is placed correctly.

• Check the diagnostics tab for error messages, PUK or PIN required.

• Check the signal strength.

The module doesn’t send any messages

The module doesn’t send any messagesThe module doesn’t send any messages

• Is the used IO proper set.

• Make sure the SIM card is placed correct.

• Does the prepaid card holds enough credit.

• Check your email spam/unwanted box.

The module doesn’t start

The module doesn’t The module doesn’t

OOTING

OOTINGOOTING

, no module found

, no module found, no module found

start

startstart

Silicon

Silicon Silicon

• Disconnect from power, wait 5 minutes and reconnect to power.

• Place a jumper on the upper pins of J2 (left side of SIM card) and repeat above step.

The module starts up factory default state. Configuration may need to be recovered.

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10.5

10.5 Diagnosis

10.510.5

For additional troubleshooting, the activities in the module can be monitored with the diagnosis
window. To open this press help->diagnosis.

See the appendix for instructions to request data from the module. Enter the instruction to the “send”
box and hit enter. The response is shown in the window.

10.5.1

10.5.1 USB

10.5.110.5.1

If the module is connected by USB to the PC the text will appear in the window. If the interface did
not find a module on startup make sure the module is connected and press the connect button. After
establishing the connection check the USB checkbox.

Wait for activities to appear or send an instruction for any response.

10.5.2

10.5.2 OTA

10.5.210.5.2

It is possible to do a remote diagnose on the module. An internet connection for the module and a
portforwarding (see chapter portforwarding) for the used PC is required.
Enter the internal IP address of the PC, the submitted port and mark the OTA option. The PC is now
waiting for the GSM-PRO.
Next send the SMS:
Replace the IP with the external IP from your router and the port with the forwarded one. Within 2
minutes the module should connect to the PC, this is visible in the diagnose window.

GSM-PRO

Diagnosis

DiagnosisDiagnosis

USB

USBUSB

OTA

OTAOTA

DEBUG<IP>:<port>

DEBUG<IP>:<port>

DEBUG<IP>:<port>DEBUG<IP>:<port>

10.5.2.1

10.5.2.1 Port forwarding

10.5.2.110.5.2.1

If your PC is located behind an router, you need to open a port on the router and forward this port to
the fixed LAN IP of the PC so that you can connect to the program correctly from the Internet. This
function is available on most routers in the market and is often known as “Port Forwarding”.

The OTA diagnosis needs a port that is suitable for TCP connections. For further information on Port
Forwarding please contact your system administrator or read your router manual.

NOTE: when the OTA diagnosis is started for the first time, Windows might prompt if the program is
allowed to listen to the internet beyond the firewall. Click “allow access”.

Port forwarding

Port forwardingPort forwarding

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11 APPENDIX:

1111

RALL => read all IOs

RMDO => read multiple (all) digital outputs

RDOn => read digital output number n

RMUI => read multiple (all) universal inputs

RUIn => read universal input number n

WMDOxxxx => write multiple digital outputs to status x

WDOnx => write digital output number n to status x

WDOnTxxxx => write digital output number n to status 1 for xxxx seconds

WRESET => device reset

CCFm => mail configuration file to email address m

EVLOGm => mail event log to email address m

EVCLR => clear event log

AILOGm => mail AI log to email address m

AICLR => clear analog inputs log

FOTAP => firmware over the air provisioning

ROTAC => request over the air configuration

COTAC => check over the air configuration

CDC => check data connection

FWV => request firmware version

MESON => turn on messaging

MESOFF => turn off messaging

HELP => view all SMS commands

CUPD => check for firmware update

TIME => synchronize date/time by SMS

TIMEDIn => request digital input hour counter n, use ‘0’ for all di’s

TIMEDOn => request digital output hour counter n, use ‘0’ for all do’s

CLRTIMEDIn => reset digital input hour counter n, use ‘0’ for all di’s

GSM-PRO

APPENDIX: SMS COMMANDS

APPENDIX: APPENDIX:

SMS COMMANDS

SMS COMMANDSSMS COMMANDS

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GSM-PRO

CLRTIMEDOn => reset digital output hour counter n, use ‘0’ for all do’s

CSQ => check signal quality and strength

IMEI => request IMEI number

STARTAPP => configure APP usage

APN,<servername>,<user>,<pass> => setup one time data usage

PORTAL<ip>:<port> => configure portal usage

STATUS => request diagnostics

DEBUG<ip>:<port> => activate remote debugger

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12

12 APPENDIX: DIAGNOSTIC

APPENDIX: DIAGNOSTIC COMMANDS

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APPENDIX: DIAGNOSTICAPPENDIX: DIAGNOSTIC

HELLO => alive call, module answer with world

RST => device reset

MPWR => device power (V)

UIn => request ui number n, use ‘0’ for all ui’s

Donx => set do number n to status x, use ‘0’ for all do’s

GSM-PRO

COMMANDS

COMMANDSCOMMANDS

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13

13 APPENDIX: SIGNAL STR

APPENDIX: SIGNAL STRENGTHS

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APPENDIX: SIGNAL STRAPPENDIX: SIGNAL STR

GSM-PRO

ENGTHS

ENGTHSENGTHS

Appendix Signal strengths

% (percentual) Remark

0,0% Too low for connectivity
3,2% Too low for connectivity
6,5% Too low for connectivity

9,7% Too low for connectivity
12,9% Too low for connectivity
16,1% Too low for connectivity
19,4% Too low for connectivity
22,6% Too low for connectivity
25,8% Too low for connectivity
29,0% Too low for connectivity
32,3% Too low for connectivity
35,5% Too low for connectivity
38,7% Too low for connectivity
41,9% Too low for connectivity
45,2% Too low for connectivity
48,4% Marginal reception
51,6% Marginal reception
54,8% Marginal reception
58,1% Marginal reception
61,3% Marginal reception
64,5% Reasonable reception
67,7% Reasonable reception
71,0% Reasonable reception
74,2% Reasonable reception
77,4% Reasonable reception
80,6% Good reception
83,9% Good reception
87,1% Good reception
90,3% Good reception
93,5% Good reception
96,8% Too high! Please attune your signal strength

100,0% Too high! Please attune your signal strength

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input threshold digital Inputs

protection degree (DIN 40050)

IP 20

Low < 2V / High > 4V

GSM-PRO

14

14 APPENDIX:

APPENDIX: TECHNICAL SPECIFICAT

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APPENDIX: APPENDIX:

Order Information

Order Information

Order Information Order Information
type
Cat. no.
Weight

Input / Output Data

Input / Output Data

Input / Output DataInput / Output Data
8 multifunctional analog / dig. inputs
resolution / accuracy (0..10V)
input resistance (0..10V)
input current digital inputs (typ.)
UI minimal pulse length

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATTECHNICAL SPECIFICAT

* of measured value

IONS

IONSIONS

GSM-PRO

16099.2
275gr

0..10V / 24VDC (4..30VDC)
20mV / ±(20mV+0,3%*)

@10V: 0,3mA / @24V: 0,8mA / @30V: 1,0mA

800ms (while not transmitting)

46kOhm

4 relay outputs
rated / inrush current (Ohmic load)
max. power rating
life span @ Ohmic load
max. switching frequency
contact material / test voltage

GSM Data

GSM Data

GSM DataGS M Data
Frequency
Sensitivity
Transmit power
Antenna

General Data

General Data

General DataGeneral Data
module power supply
module current (max)
Reference out
Power Backup
operating / storage temperature
Max. relative humidity
CE marking

conductor cross section / strip length
mounting / installation position
module size LxWxH (TS 35 / direct)
insulating material / flammability class

installation guidelines

Accessories

Accessories

AccessoriesAccessories
GSM antenna
Cat.no.

Cat.no.

Cat.no.Cat.no.
GSM external antenna
Cat.no.

Cat.no.

Cat.no.Cat.no.
USB programming cable
Cat.no.

Cat.no.

Cat.no.Cat.no.

GSM-PRO.dab.xls 25-11-2011

4 x CO general purpose Contact, 250 V ~

Electrical: at max. load: > 1,5 x 105 cycles. Mechanical: 15 x 106 cycles

6 min-1 at rated current, 1200 min-1 at no load

–108 dBm @ 850/900MHz / -107dBm @ 1800/1900MHz (typical)

Class 4 (2W@850/900 MHz), Class 1 (1W@1800/1900 MHz)

50 Ohm impedance, SMA connector

Internal maintenance free supercap

-20°C…+50°C / -20°C…+70°C

Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC, according requirements of EN 50178

EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, according requirements of EN 55011 and EN 61326-1

R&TTE 1999/5/EC according requirements ETSI EN 301-511 V9.0.2

0,2 - 2,5 mm² screw clamp connection / 6mm

88 x 95 x 60 / 58 mm (without antenna)

Housing: noryl. Terminals: polyamid 6.6 V0 / UL94-V0

for mounting-, wiring- and installation instructions, see Manual

GSM-antenna-external-SMA-2,5m

5A / 5 A

1200VA at 240V AC, 5A

AgNi / 4kV

850/900/1800/1900 MHz

10..30V DC

275 mA DC @ 24V DC

4,7V ±10% / 20mA

80%, non condensing

DIN-rail TS35 / any

GSM-antenna

16101.2

16101.2

16101.216101.2

16061.2

16061.2

16061.216061.2

GSM-USB-cable

16103.2

16103.2

16103.216103.2

Errors, modifications and omissions excepted.

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