iRZ MC52i-485GI User Manual

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Contents

1. Introduction............................................................................................................................. 4

1.1. Document description.....................................................................................................................4

1.2. Service data................................................................................................................................... 4

1.3. Safety rules....................................................................................................................................4

2. General Information................................................................................................................ 5

2.1. Purpose.......................................................................................................................................... 5

2.2. Set................................................................................................................................................. 5

2.3. Features......................................................................................................................................... 5

2.4. Appearance....................................................................................................................................7

2.5. Interfaces....................................................................................................................................... 8

2.5.1. Ter min a l co n n e cto r..................................................................................................................8

2.5.2. Power connector..................................................................................................................... 9

2.6. Modem status display...................................................................................................................10

3. Connecting and configur ing................................................................................................. 11

3.1. Connecting................................................................................................................................... 11

3.2. Control, rebooting, and connecting................................................................................................11

3.3. Men u mod e.................................................................................................................................. 12

3.4. Pro g ra mming mode......................................................................................................................15

4. Emergencies..........................................................................................................................18

4.1. Emergency 1 (incorrect input power supply).................................................................................. 18

4.2. Emergency 2 (incorrect module power supply).............................................................................. 18

4.3. E mergency 3 (GSM module failed to start).................................................................................... 18

5. Support..................................................................................................................................19

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List of tables

Table 2.5.1: Using terminal connector pins........................................................................................9

Table 2.5.2: Using connector power pins........................................................................................... 9

Table 2.6.1: Connection status LED (green)....................................................................................10

Table 2.6.2: Emergency LED (red)..................................................................................................10

List of figures

Fig. 2.4.1. Front view......................................................................................................................... 7

Fig. 2.4.2. Back view..........................................................................................................................7

Fig. 2.5.1. Terminal connector...........................................................................................................8

Fig. 2.5.2. Power connector...............................................................................................................9

Fig. 3.1. Main view........................................................................................................................... 15

Fig. 3.2. Port opening.......................................................................................................................16

Fig. 3.3. File uploading.....................................................................................................................16

Fig. 3.4. File is uploaded..................................................................................................................16

Fig. 3.5. Flash-memory writing.........................................................................................................17

Fig. 3.6. Exiting pro gram mode........................................................................................................17

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1. Intr oduction

1.1. Document description

This manual is intended for experienced PC users. It describes the device and the operation of

the GSM modem iRZ MC52i-485GI.

1.2. Service data

Document version Issue date

2.11 08.29.2013

Prepared by V.N. Golovin Approved by P.A. Kosolapov

1.3. Safety rules

Restrictions on the use of the device near other electronic devices:

Turn the modem off in hospitals or when located near medical equipment such as pacemakers, hearing

aids and so on. Interference for medical equipment may occur
Turn the terminal off when on an airplane. Take measures to avoid accidental turning on
Turn the modem off in the vicinity of gas stations, chemical plants, and places where demolition work is

conducted. Interference for technical devices may occur
At a close range, the modem may produce interference for television sets and radio transmitters

Maintenance requirements:

Protect the modem against external hazards (high temperatures, caustic chemicals, dust, water and so

on)
Keep the modem safe from blows, falls, and strong vibrations
Do not attempt to take apart or modify the modem on your own. Such actions will void your warranty

Note: Make sure you follow the operation manual for this device. Improper use of the device will disqual ify

your warranty.

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2. Gen eral Information

2.1. Purpose

iRZ MC52i-485GI is an industrial GSM modem for receiving and transmitting data, text messages and
faxes. It is perfectly suited both for providing mobile access to the Internet and for industrial applications
including t elemetry, wireless data collection from sensors, remote monitoring, control, and signaling.

The modem is equipped with a watchdog tim er, which all ows for an uncondi tional reboot of the equi pment
after a specif ied period of time. The modem is controll ed by standard AT-commands and also possesses i ts
own range of control comm ands. The devi ce is equi pped with LEDs t o monit or c onnecti on status and signal f or
emergency.

This modem is mainly used for rem ote queries on CSD channel ; and it is conf igured accordingly when
manufactured. Please see p. 2.5.1 for more details.

2.2. Set

The set of the iRZ MC52i-485GI GSM modem includes:

iRZ MC52i-485GI modem;
Factory package

2.3. Features

Key features:

Frequency bands: GSM 900/1800 MHz ;
Output power:

2W (cl ass 4 for EGSM 850/900);

1W (cl ass 1 for GSM 1800/1900);
GPRS class 10;
TCP/I P stack accessed v ia AT-comm ands;
MS class B;
CSD up to 14.4 kbps;
USSD;
SMS;
Fax group 3, class 1

Power:

Power supply from 9 to 28 V;
Consumpti on current not ex ceeding:

with the supply voltage of +12 V — 200mA;

with the supply voltage of +24 V — 100mA

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Physical characteristics:

Dim ensions not ex ceeding 75х82х28 mm;
Weight not exceeding 130g;
Operating temperat ures from -40°С to +65°С;
St orage tem peratures from -50°С to +85°С

Interfaces:

TJ6- 6P6C f or RJ12 power connector;
Terminal connector for powering the modem, connecting the communication cable with RS485

interface;

SMA Jac k (female) f or connecting t he GSM antenna

The device can be powered using either of the first two connectors.