Microhard Systems BulletPlus, BulletPlus + Serial Data, BulletPlus + Ethernet, BulletPlus Peak Operating Manual
Operating Manual
BulletPlus
4G/LTE Dual SIM Ethernet/Serial/USB Gateway w/WIFI
Document: BulletPlus.Operating Manual.v1.3.1.pdf
FW: v1.3.0 Build 1014
June 2016
150 Country Hills Landing NW
Calgary, Alberta
Canada T3K 5P3
Phone: (403) 248-0028
Fax: (403) 248-2762
www.microhardcorp.com
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Important User Information (continued)
About This Manual
It is assumed that users of the products described herein have either system integration or
design experience, as well as an understanding of the fundamentals of radio communications.
Throughout this manual you will encounter not only illustrations (that further elaborate on the
accompanying text), but also several symbols which you should be attentive to:
Caution or Warning
Usually advises against some action which could result in undesired or
detrimental consequences.
Point to Remember
Highlights a key feature, point, or step which is noteworthy. Keeping
these in mind will simplify or enhance device usage.
Tip
An idea or suggestion to improve efficiency or enhance usefulness.
Information
Information regarding a particular technology or concept.
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Important User Information (continued)
Regulatory Requirements / Exigences Réglementaires
To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices, a separation distance of 23cm or more should be maintained
between the antenna of this device and persons during device operation. To ensure compliance, operations at closer than this distance is not
recommended. The antenna being used for this transmitter must not be co-located in conjunction with any other antenna or transm itter.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Pour satisfaire aux exigences de la FCC d'exposition RF pour les appareils mobiles de transmission, une distance de séparatio n de 23cm ou
plus doit être maintenue entre l'antenne de cet appareil et les personnes au cours de fonctionnement du dispositif. Pour assurer le respect,
les opérations de plus près que cette distance n'est pas recommandée. L'antenne utilisée pour ce transmetteur ne doit pas être co-localisés
en conjonction avec toute autre antenne ou transmetteur.
MAXIMUM EIRP
FCC Regulations allow up to 36dBm Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP). Therefore, the sum of the transmitted power (in dBm), the
cabling loss and the antenna gain cannot e xceed 36dBm.
Réglementation de la FCC permettra à 36dBm Puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (EIRP). Par conséquent, la somme de la pui ssance
transmise (en dBm), la perte de câblage et le gain d'antenne ne peut pas dépasser 36dBm.
EQUIPMENT LABELING / ÉTIQUETAGE DE L'ÉQUIPEMENT
This device has been modularly approved. The manufacturer, product name, and FCC and Industry Canada identifiers of this product must
appear on the outside label of the end-user equipment.
Ce dispositif a été approuvé de façon modulaire. Le fabricant, le nom du produit, et la FCC et de l'Industrie du Canada identifiants de ce
produit doit figurer sur l'étiquette à l'extérieur de l'équipement de l'utilisateur final.
SAMPLE LABEL REQUIREMENT / EXIGENCE D'ÉTIQUETTE :
BulletPlus (Contains):
FCCID: NS915PX2
IC: 3142A-15PX2
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Please Note: These are only sample labels; different products contain different identifiers. The actual identifiers should be seen on
your devices if applicable. S'il vous plaît noter: Ce sont des exemples d'étiquettes seulement; différents produits contiennent des
identifiants différents. Les identifiants réels devrait être vu sur vos périphériques le cas échéant.
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CSA Class 1 Division 2 Option
CSA Class 1 Division 2 is Available Only on Specifically Marked Units
If marked this for Class 1 Division 2 – then this product is available for use in Class 1 Division 2, in the indicated Groups on the
product.
In such a case the following must be met:
The transceiver is not acceptable as a stand-alone unit for use in hazardous locations. The transceiver must be mounted within a
separate enclosure, which is suitable for the intended application. Mounting the units within an approved enclosure that is c ertified
for hazardous locations, or is installed within guidelines in accordance with CSA rules and local electrical and fire code, w ill ensure
a safe and compliant installation.
The antenna feed line; DC power cable and interface cable must be routed through conduit in accordance with the National
Electrical Code.
Do not connect or disconnect equipment unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be non-hazardous.
Installation, operation and maintenance of the transceiver should be in accordance with the transceiver’s installation manual , and
the National Electrical Code.
Tampering or replacement with non-factory components may adversely affect the safe use of the transceiver in hazardous
locations, and may void the approval.
The wall adapters supplied with your transceivers are NOT Class 1 Division 2 approved, and therefore, power must be supplied to
the units using the screw-type or locking type c onnectors supplied from Microhard Systems Inc. and a Class 1 Division 2 power
source within your panel.
If you are unsure as to the specific wiring and installation guidelines for Class 1 Division 2 codes, contact CSA Internation al.
CSA Classe 1 Division 2 est disponible uniquement sur les unités particulièrement
marquées
Si marqué cette Classe 1 Division 2 - alors ce produit est disponible pour une utilisation en Classe 1 Division 2 , dans les groupes
indiqués sur le produit .
Dans un tel cas, la suivante doit être remplie:
L'émetteur-récepteur n'est pas acceptable comme une unité autonome pour une utilisation dans des endroits dangereux .
L'émetteur-récepteur doit être monté dans un boîtier séparé , qui est approprié pour l'application envisagée. Montage des unités
dans une enceinte approuvée qui est certifié pour les emplacements dangereux , ou est installé à l'intérieur des lignes direc trices ,
conformément aux règles de la CSA et le code électrique local et le feu , assurera une installation sûre et conforme .
La ligne d'alimentation d'antenne , câble d'alimentation CC et le câble d'interface doivent être acheminés à travers le conduit en
conformité avec le National Electrical Code .
Ne pas connecter ou déconnecter l'équipement que l'alimentation est coupée ou que la zone est connue pour être non
dangereux .
Installation, l'exploitation et la maintenance de l'émetteur-récepteur doivent être en conformité avec le manuel d'installation de
l'émetteur-récepteur , et le National Electrical Code .
Falsification ou le remplacement des c omposants non - usine peut nuire à l'utilisation sécuritaire de l'émetteur-récepteur dans des
endroits dangereux , et peut annuler l'approbation .
Les adaptateurs muraux fournis avec les émetteurs-récepteurs sont PAS classe 1, division 2 ont approuvé , et par conséquent,
doit être alimenté pour les unités à l'aide des connecteurs de type vis ou verrouillage fournies par Microhard Systems Inc. et une
Division 2 source d'alimentation de classe 1 au sein de votre panneau .
Si vous n'êtes pas sûr de l' installation et de câblage des lignes directrices spécifiques pour la classe 1 Division 2 codes ,
communiquer avec la CSA International.
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Revision History
Revision Description Initials Date
1.0 Preliminary. (Firmware v1.3.0-r1009-28) PEH Nov 2015
1.1 Updated to firmware v1.3.0-r1010. Added Bandwidth, Cloud Filter,
Webfilter, MultiWAN, GRE. Misc updates to screenshots & formatting.
1.2 Updated to firmware v1.3.0-r1012. Misc corrections, added VRRP,
updated Data Usage, Carrier Settings.
1.3 Updated to firmware v1.3.0-r1014. PEH May 2016
1.3.1 Misc. correcstions. PEH June 2016
PEH Dec 2015
PEH Apr 2016
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Table of Contents
1.0 Overview ......................................................................................................... 10
1.1 Performance Features ................................................................................................... 10
1.2 Specifications ................................................................................................................ 11
2.0 QUICK START ................................................................................................. 13
2.1 Installing the SIM Card .................................................................................................. 13
2.2 Getting Started with Cellular .......................................................................................... 13
3.0 Hardware Features ......................................................................................... 17
3.1 BulletPlus ...................................................................................................................... 17
3.1.1 BulletPlus Mechanical Drawings .......................................................................... 18
3.1.2 BulletPlus Mounting Bracket (Optional) ................................................................ 19
3.1.2 BulletPlus Connectors & Indicators ...................................................................... 20
3.1.2.1 Front & Top ........................................................................................... 20
3.1.2.2 Rear & Side ........................................................................................... 21
4.0 Configuration.................................................................................................. 22
4.0 Web User Interface ...................................................................................................... 22
4.0.1 Logon Window ..................................................................................................... 23
4.1 System ......................................................................................................................... 24
4.1.1 Summary ............................................................................................................. 24
4.1.2 Settings ............................................................................................................... 25
Host Name .......................................................................................................... 25
Console Timeout.................................................................................................. 25
Date/Time ............................................................................................................ 26
NTP Server Settings ............................................................................................ 27
4.1.3 Services .............................................................................................................. 28
FTP ..................................................................................................................... 28
Telnet .................................................................................................................. 28
HTTP/HTTPS ...................................................................................................... 28
4.1.4 Keepalive............................................................................................................. 29
4.1.5 Maintenance ........................................................................................................ 31
Firmware Upgrade ............................................................................................... 31
Reset to Default ................................................................................................... 31
Backup & Restore Configurations ........................................................................ 32
4.1.6 Reboot ................................................................................................................. 33
4.2 Network ....................................................................................................................... 34
4.2.1 Summary ............................................................................................................. 34
4.2.2 LAN ..................................................................................................................... 35
LAN DHCP .......................................................................................................... 37
VLAN Configuration ............................................................................................. 39
4.2.3 WAN .................................................................................................................... 40
4.2.4 DHCP (MAC Binding) .......................................................................................... 42
4.2.5 DDNS .................................................................................................................. 43
4.2.6 Routes ................................................................................................................. 44
4.2.7 VRRP (Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol) ....................................................... 46
4.2.8 Ports (Switch) ...................................................................................................... 47
4.2.9 Bandwidth (Throttling Control) .............................................................................. 48
4.2.10 Device List.......................................................................................................... 49
4.2.11 Cloud Filter (Content/Security Filter) ................................................................... 50
4.2.12 WebFilter (MAC/Network Content Filter) ............................................................. 51
4.2.13 MultiWAN ........................................................................................................... 53
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4.3 Carrier .......................................................................................................................... 56
4.3.1 Status .................................................................................................................. 56
4.3.2 Settings ............................................................................................................... 57
Dual Cards Management ..................................................................................... 58
APN ..................................................................................................................... 59
4.3.3 SMS .................................................................................................................... 61
4.3.4 SMS Config ......................................................................................................... 61
SMS Commands.................................................................................................. 61
SMS Alerts .......................................................................................................... 63
4.3.5 Data Usage ......................................................................................................... 65
Data Usage History .............................................................................................. 68
4.4 Wireless ....................................................................................................................... 69
4.4.1 Status .................................................................................................................. 69
4.4.2 Radio1 ................................................................................................................. 70
Radio1 Phy Configuration .................................................................................... 70
Radio Virtual Interface ......................................................................................... 73
4.4.3 Hotspot ................................................................................................................ 76
4.5 Firewall ....................................................................................................................... 80
4.5.1 Summary ............................................................................................................. 80
4.5.2 General ............................................................................................................... 81
4.5.3 Port Forwarding ................................................................................................... 83
4.5.4 MAC-IP List ......................................................................................................... 85
4.5.5 Rules ................................................................................................................... 87
4.5.6 Firewall Default .................................................................................................... 89
4.6 VPN ............................................................................................................................ 90
4.6.1 Summary ............................................................................................................. 90
4.6.2 Gateway to Gateway............................................................................................ 91
4.6.3 Client to Gateway (L2TP Client) ........................................................................... 96
4.6.4 OpenVPN ............................................................................................................ 98
OpenVPN Server ................................................................................................. 98
OpenVPN Client .................................................................................................. 101
4.6.4 GRE .................................................................................................................... 103
4.6.5 VPN Users ........................................................................................................... 106
4.6.6 Certificate Managment ......................................................................................... 107
4.7 Router .......................................................................................................................... 108
4.7.1 RIPV2 .................................................................................................................. 108
4.7.2 OSPF .................................................................................................................. 109
4.8 Serial ............................................................................................................................ 110
4.8.1 Summary ............................................................................................................. 110
4.8.2 Settings ............................................................................................................... 111
USB ..................................................................................................................... 111
Data Baud Rate ................................................................................................... 112
IP Protocol Config ................................................................................................ 114
TCP Client ...................................................................................................... 114
TCP Server ..................................................................................................... 114
TCP Client/Server ........................................................................................... 115
UDP Point-to-Point .......................................................................................... 115
SMTP Client .................................................................................................... 115
PPP ................................................................................................................ 116
GPS Transparent Mode .................................................................................. 117
4.9 I/O ................................................................................................................................ 118
4.9.1 Settings ............................................................................................................... 118
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4.10 GPS .............................................................................................................................. 120
4.10.1 Location ............................................................................................................. 120
4.10.2 Settings .............................................................................................................. 121
4.10.3 Report ................................................................................................................ 122
4.10.4 GPSGate ............................................................................................................ 124
4.10.5 Recorder ............................................................................................................ 127
4.10.6 Load Record ....................................................................................................... 129
4.10.7 TAIP ................................................................................................................... 131
4.11 Apps ............................................................................................................................ 133
4.11.1 Modbus .............................................................................................................. 133
4.11.1.1 TCP Modbus ........................................................................................ 133
4.11.1.2 Serial (COM) Modbus........................................................................... 135
4.11.1.3 Modbus Data Map ................................................................................ 136
4.11.2 Netflow Report ................................................................................................... 137
4.11.3 Local Monitor ..................................................................................................... 138
4.11.4 Event Report ...................................................................................................... 140
4.11.4.1 Configuration ....................................................................................... 140
4.11.4.2 Message Structure ............................................................................... 141
4.11.4.2 Message Payload................................................................................. 142
4.11.5 Websocket ......................................................................................................... 143
4.12 Diag .............................................................................................................................. 145
4.12.1 Ping.................................................................................................................... 145
4.12.2 Traceroute .......................................................................................................... 145
4.12.3 Iperf.................................................................................................................... 146
4.13 Admin .......................................................................................................................... 148
4.13.1 Users ................................................................................................................. 148
4.13.2 Authentication (RADIUS) .................................................................................... 150
4.13.3 NMS .................................................................................................................. 151
4.13.4 SNMP ................................................................................................................ 155
4.13.5 Discovery ........................................................................................................... 158
4.13.6 Logout ................................................................................................................ 159
5.0 AT Command Line Interface........................................................................... 160
5.1 AT Command Overview .............................................................................................. 160
5.1.1 Serial Port .......................................................................................................... 160
5.1.2 Telnet................................................................................................................. 161
5.2 AT Command Syntax .................................................................................................. 162
5.3 Supported AT Commands .......................................................................................... 163
Appendices .......................................................................................................... 212
Appendix A: Serial Interface .................................................................................................. 212
Appendix B: IP-Passthrough Example ................................................................................... 213
Appendix C: Port Forwarding Example .................................................................................. 215
Appendix D: VPN (Site to Site) Example ............................................................................... 217
Appendix E: Firewall Rules Example ..................................................................................... 219
Appendix F: Port Forwarding w/IP-Passthrough (Iperf) .......................................................... 221
Appendix G: Troubleshooting ................................................................................................ 223
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1.0 Overview
The BulletPlus is a high-performance Cellular Dual Ethernet/Serial/USB Gateways w/WiFi,
equipped with 3x RJ45 Ethernet Ports, dual SIM capability, 2x Programmable Analog I/O,
Standalone GPS, 802.11b/g/n WiFi, and an RS232 serial communication port.
The BulletPlus utilizes the cellular infrastructure to provide network access to wired or wireless devices anywhere cellular coverage is supported by a cellular carrier. The BulletPlus
supports 4G/LTE connections with blazing fast speeds.
Providing reliable Cellular Ethernet bridge functionality as well gateway service for most
equipment types which employ an RS232, RJ45 or WiFi interface, the BulletPlus can be used
in a limitless types of applications such as:
High-speed backbone
IP video surveillance
Voice over IP (VoIP)
Facilitating internetwork
wireless communications
Legacy network/device
migration
SCADA (PLC’s, Modbus,
Hart)
1.1 Performance Features
Key performance features of the BulletPlus include:
Fast, reliable connection speeds to 4G, 3G, LTE, and HSPA Networks (varies by
model)
2x Programmable Analog/Digital Inputs OR up to 8 Digital Outputs
DMZ and Port Forwarding
3x 10/100 Ethernet Ports (WAN/2LAN)
Standalone GPS (TCP Server/UDP/SMTP Reporting)
User interface via local console, telnet, web browser
Compatibility with virtually all PLCs, RTUs, and other RS232 serial devices.
Local & remote wireless firmware upgradable
User configurable Firewall with IP/MAC ACL
IP/Sec secure VPN and GRE Tunneling
Industrial Temperature Rating (-40oC to +85oC)
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1.0 Overview
1.2 Specifications
BulletPlus
BulletPlus Supported Bands: LTE FDD (Bands 1-5,7,8,13,17,18,19,20)
(North America) UMTS | DC-HSPA+ (Bands 1,2,4,5,8)
GSM | GPRS | EDGE (Bands 2,3,5,8)
3GPP Protocol Stack Release 9
BulletPlus Supported Bands: LTE FDD: Band 1, 3, 8, all bands with diversity
(China) LTE TDD: Band 39, 40, 41(38), all bands with diversity
DC-HSPA+/HSPA+/HSPA/UMTS: Band 1, 5, 8, 9, all bands
with diversity
TD-SCDMA: Band 34, 39, all bands with diversity
GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 1800 MHz/900 MHz
BulletPlus Data Features: LTE: DL 100 Mbps, UL 50 Mbps
(North America) HSPA+: DL 42 Mbps, UL 5.7 Mbps
HSPA+: DL 21 Mbps, UL 5.7 Mbps
WCDMA: DL/UL 384 kbps
EDGE Class 33: DL/UL 236.8 kbps
GPRS Class 33: DL/UL 85.6kbps
BulletPlus Data Features: LTE FDD: UL 50Mbit/s, DL 150Mbit/s @20M BW cat4
(China) LTE TDD: UL 10Mbit/s; DL 112Mbit/s @20M BW cat4
TD-SCDMA PS: UL 384 kbit/s; DL 384 kbit/s
TD-HSPA+: UL 2.2 Mbit/s; DL 4.2 Mbit/s
DC-HSPA+: UL 5.76 Mbit/s; DL 42 Mbit/s
HSPA+: UL 5.76 Mbit/s; DL 21.6 Mbit/s
WCDMA PS: UL 384 kbit/s; DL 384 kbit/s
WCDMA CS: UL 64 kbit/s; DL 64 kbit/s
EDGE: UL 236.8 kbit/s; DL 236.8 kbit/s
GPRS: UL 85.6 kbit/s; DL 85.6 kbit/s
General
Serial Interface: RS232, RS485, RS422
Serial Baud Rate: 300bps to 921kbps
USB*: USB 2.0
(*Future) USB Console Port
USB to Serial Data Routing
USB to Ethernet Data Routing (NDIS)
Current Consumption:
(@12VDC)
BulletPlus 120 170
BulletPlus + Serial Data 142 180
BulletPlus + Ethernet 155 195
BulletPlus Peak 230 305
Model AVG (mA) w/WiFi (AP)
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1.0 Overview
General Specifications (Continued)
Ethernet: 2 x LAN 10/100 BaseT, Auto - MDI/X, IEEE 802.3
1 x WAN 10/100 BaseT, Auto - MDI/X, IEEE 802.3
I/O: 2x Programmable Analog/Digital Inputs or up to 2x Digital Outputs
60mA current sink on open drain
SIM Card: Dual: 1.8 / 3.0V Standard/2FF size
PPP Characteristics: Dial on Demand/Idle Time
Network Protocols: TCP, UDP, TCP/IP, TFTP, ARP, ICMP, DHCP, HTTP, HTTPS*, SSH*, SNMP,
FTP, DNS, Serial over IP, QoS
Management: Local Serial Console, Telnet, WebUI, SNMP, FTP &
Wireless Upgrade, RADIUS authentication, IPsec VLAN
Diagnostics: Temperature, RSSI, remote diagnostics
Input Voltage: 7-30 VDC
Power over Ethernet: Passive PoE on Ethernet Port (WAN)
GPS: Sensitivity: - Autonomous acquisition: -145 dBm
- Tracking Sensitivity: -158 dBm (50% valid fixes)
Position Accuracy: - Tracking L1, CA code
- 12 Channels
- Max. update rate 1 Hz
Error calculated location less than 11.6 meters 67% of the time, and
less than 24.2 meters 95% of the time.
Environmental
Operation Temperature: -40
Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
o
F(-40oC) to 185oF(85oC)
Mechanical
Dimensions: 2.21” (56mm) X 3.85” (97mm) X 1.46” (37mm)
Weight: Approx. 245 grams
Connectors: Antenna(s): CELL, DIV, GPS: SMA Female
ANT3: RP-SMA Female
Data, etc: Data: DE-9 Female (Front RS232)
Ethernet : 2x RJ-45
GPS Antenna Requirements:
- Frequency Range: 1575.42 MHz (GPS L1 Band)
- Bandwidth: +/- 2 MHz
- Total NF < 2.5dB
- Impedance 50ohm
- Amplification (Gain applied to RF connector): 19dB to 23dB
- Supply voltage 1.5V to 3.05V
- Current consumption - T ypical 20mA (100mA max)
- Cellular Power Antenna Rejection + Isolation:
- 824 - 915 MHz > 10dB
- 1710 - 1785 MHz > 19dB
- 1850 - 1980 MHz > 23dB
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2.0 Quick Start
This QUICK START guide will walk you through the setup and process required to access the
WebUI configuration window and to establish a basic wireless connection to your carrier.
Note that the units arrive from the factory with the Local Network setting configured as
‘Static’ (IP Address 192.168.168.1, Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0, and Gateway
192.168.168.1), in DHCP server mode. (This is for the LAN Ethernet Adapter on the back of
the BulletPlus unit.)
2.1 Installing the SIM Card
Before the BulletPlus can be used on a cellular network a valid SIM Card for your Wire-
less Carrier must be installed. Insert the SIM Card into the slot as shown, the bottom
SIM slot is for SIM1: (The contacts should face down, and the notch to the right)
To reset to factory
defaults, press and hold
the CFG button for 8
seconds with the
BulletPlus powered up.
The LED’s will flash
quickly and the modem
will reboot with factory
defaults.
Use the MHS-supplied
power adapter or an
equivalent power source.
The unit can also be powered
via PoE using a MHS PoE
injector.
2.2 Getting Started with Cellular
Connect the Antenna’s to the applicable ANTENNA jack’s of the BulletPlus.
Connect the power connector to the power adapter and apply power to the unit, the CPU
LED will flash during boot-up, once on solid, proceed to the next step.
SIM Card Slot (s)
Cellular
Antenna’s
7-30VDC
WiFi Antenna
GPS Antenna
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2.0 Quick Start
Connect A PC configured for DHCP directly to a LAN port of the BulletPlus, using an
Ethernet Cable. If the PC is configured for DHCP it will automatically acquire a IP Address
from the BulletPlus.
Open a Browser Window and enter the IP address 192.168.168.1 into the address bar.
The factory default network
settings:
IP: 192.168.168.1
Subnet: 255.255.255.0
Gateway: 192.168.168.1
The factory default login:
User name: admin
Subnet: admin
It is always a good idea to
change the default admin
login for future security.
The BulletPlus will then ask for a Username and Password. Enter the factory defaults listed
below.
192.168.168.1
The Factory default login:
User name: admin
Password: admin
As of Firmware version v1.3.0r1014 you will be required to
change the default password
when you login for the first time.
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2.0 Quick Start
Once successfully logged in, the System Summary page will be displayed.
As seen above under Carrier Status, the SIM card is installed, but an APN has not been
specified. Setting the APN to auto (default) may provide quick network connectivity, but
may not work with some carriers, or with private APN’s. To set or change the APN, click
on the Carrier > Settings tab and enter the APN supplied by your carrier in the APN field.
Auto APN: The BulletPlus
will attempt to detect the
carrier based on the SIM card
installed and cycle through a
list of commonly used APN’s
to provide quick network
connectivity.
Some carriers may also require a Username and Password.
Once the APN and any other required information is entered to connect to your carrier,
click on “Submit”.
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2.0 Quick Start
On the Carrier > Status Tab, verify that a WAN IP Address has been assigned by your
carrier. It may take a few minutes, so try refreshing the page if the WAN IP Address
doesn’t show up right away. The Activity Status should also show “Connected”.
If you have set a static IP on your PC, you may need to add the DNS Servers shown in
the Carrier Status Menu to you PC to enable internet access.
Congratulations! Your BulletPlus is successfully connected to your Cellular Carrier.
Ensure the default
passwords are changed.
Set up appropriate firewall
rules to block unwanted
incoming data.
To access devices connected to BulletPlus remotely, one or more of the following must be
configured: IP-Passthrough, Port Forwarding, DMZ. Another option would be to set up a
VPN.
Ensure that all default passwords are changed to limit access to the modem.
(Firmware version v1.3.0-r1014 requires the defaults passwords are changed
upon initial login).
For best practices and to limit data charges it is critical to properly set up the
firewall. (Especially important for Public Static IP addresses.)
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3.0 Hardware Features
3.1 BulletPlus
The BulletPlus is a fully-enclosed unit ready to be interfaced to external devices with standard connectors
as discussed below. An optional mounting bracket can be ordered to allow the BulletPlus to be mounted
for a fixed installation.
The BulletPlus Hardware Features Include:
Standard Connectors for:
3x 10/100 Ethernet Ports (RJ45 - 1xWAN / 2xLAN)
Data Port (RS232/DB9)
4-Pin: MATE-N-LOK Type Connector for Power / I/O 1/2
Cellular Antenna (SMA Female Antenna Connection x2)
GPS Antenna (SMA Female Antenna Connection)
WiFi Antenna (RP-SMA Female Antenna Connection)
Status/Diagnostic LED’s for RSSI(x3), Tx, Rx, GPS, CPU
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM (2FF)) Card Slots
CFG Button for factory default / firmware recovery operations
USB 2.0 Connector
Image 3-1: BulletPlus
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3.0 Hardware Features
55.2
12.5 14.5 14.5 14.5 25.0
17.5
37.7
81.0
81.0
78.0
28.0
13.0
15.0
55.2
63.2
28.0
8.5
19.5
3.1.1 Mechanical Drawings
Drawing 3-1: BulletPlus Top View Dimensions
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Drawing 3-2: BulletPlus Back View Dimensions
Drawing 3-3: BulletPlus Side View Dimensions
Note: All dimension units: Millimeter
3.0 Hardware Features
58.0
62.4
16.0
13.0
3.2
57.255.2
12.6
12.6
12.5
12.5
16.1
16.1
32.0
4.0
4.0
16.832.0
15.2
3.1.2 BulletPlus Mounting Bracket (Order Option)
Drawing 3-4: BulletPlus Top View Dimensions (Shown with removable TS35 DIN Rail Mount)
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Drawing 3-5: BulletPlus Mounting Bracket Dimensions
Note: All dimension units: Millimeter
3.0 Hardware Features
3.1.3 Connectors and Indicators
3.1.3.1 Front & Top
On the front of the Bullet is the CFG Button, USB Port, Main, GPS & Diversity, GPS & WIFI Antenna
Connectors and SIM Card Slot. The top of the Bullet are the status indicators, RSSI, Tx, RX, GPS and
PWR.
Drawing 3-6: Bullet Front & Top View
The factory default network
settings:
IP: 192.168.168.1
Subnet: 255.255.255.0
Gateway: 192.168.168.1
The USB port is a future development to be available in later releases of firmware.
CFG (Button) - Holding this button while powering-up the Bullet will boot the unit into FLASH FILE SYS-
TEM RECOVERY mode. The default IP address for system recovery (only - not for normal access to the
unit) is static: 192.168.1.39. Hold for 1 second for httpd recovery mode, 5 seconds for tftp recovery mode,
or 10 seconds for master reset. If button is held for longer than 15 seconds the button will be ignored.
If the unit has been powered-up for some time (>1 minute), depressing the CFG Button for ~10 seconds
(unit will reboot) will result in FACTORY DEFAULTS being restored, including the static factory IP address.
This IP address is useable in a Web Browser for accessing the Web User Interface.
Receive Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) - As the received signal strength increases, starting
with the furthest left, the number of active RSSI LEDs increases.
Tx(Red)/Rx(Green) LED’s - The Tx/Rx LED’s indicate carrier (cellular) traffic.
GPS - Indicates that the optional standalone
GPS module has synchronized and is ready
for use.
PWR LED - The Power LED indicates that
power has been applied to the module.
Flashing indicates a bootup process.
SIM Card - This slot is used to install SIM
card(s) provided by the cellular carrier. Ensure
that the SIM card is installed properly by pay-
ing attention to the diagram printed next the
SIM card slot. The Bottom slot is SIM1, the contact
should face down, and the notch should be to the
Signal
(dBm)
(-85, 0] ON ON ON
(-90, -85] ON ON FLASH
(-95, -90] ON ON OFF
(-100, -95] ON FLASH OFF
(-105, -100] ON OFF OFF
(-109, -105] FLASH OFF OFF
Other SCANNING SCANNING SCANNING
RSSI1 RSSI2 RSSI3
Table 3-1: RSSI LED’s
right.
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3.0 Hardware Features
Vin+
Vin-
IO-1
IO-2
3.1.3.2 Rear & Side View
On the side of the Bullet is the Data Port (RS232) and on the back are the Power and Ethernet(PoE)
interfaces and the 2x Programmable I/O.
Drawing 3-7: BulletPlus Rear & Side View
Caution: Using a power
supply that does not
provide proper voltage
may damage the modem.
The Data Port (RS232 DCE) on the side of the unit is used for
RS232 Serial Data based field devices at 300 bps to 921kbps.
The Ethernet Ports (2LAN/WAN) are 10/100 Mbps RJ-45
interfaces used to connect devices Ethernet based field devices.
Programmable I/O– The Bullet has 2 programmable Analog/
Digital Inputs or 2 Digital Outputs. Maximum recommended load
for the output pin is 150mA @ 30 Vdc (Vin).
Vin+/Vin– is used to power the unit. The input Voltage range is
7-30 Vdc.
PoE– The Bullet can also be powered using Passive PoE on the
Ethernet Port (WAN), via a PoE injector.
Ethernet RJ45 Connector Pin Number
Source
Voltage
9 - 30 Vdc Data Data Data DC+ DC+ Data DC- DC-
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Table 3-3: Ethernet PoE Connections
Name Data Port Input or
DCD 1 O
RXD 2 O
TXD 3 I
DTR 4 I
SG 5
DSR 6 O
RTS 7 I
CTS 8 O
RING 9 O
Table 3-2: Data RS232 Pin Assignment
Output
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4.0 Configuration
4.0 Web User Interface
The factory default network
settings:
IP: 192.168.168.1
Subnet: 255.255.255.0
Gateway: 192.168.168.1
Image 4-0-1: WebUI
Initial configuration of an BulletPlus using the Web User (Browser) Interface (Web UI) method involves the
following steps:
configure a static IP Address on your PC to match the default subnet or if your PC is configured for
DHCP, simply connect a PC to a LAN port of the BulletPlus and it will be assigned a IP address
automatically.
connect the BulletPlus ETHERNET(LAN) port to PC NIC card using an Ethernet cable
apply power to the BulletPlus and wait approximately 60 seconds for the system to load
open a web browser and enter the factory default IP address(192.168.168.1) of the unit:
logon window appears; log on using default Username: admin Password: admin
use the web browser based user interface to configure the BulletPlus as required.
refer to Section 2.0: Quick Start for step by step instructions.
In this section, all aspects of the Web Browser Interface, presented menus, and available configuration
options will be discussed.
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4.0 Configuration
4.0.1 Logon Window
Upon successfully accessing the BulletPlus using a Web Browser, the Logon window will appear.
For security, do not allow the
web browser to remember the
User Name or Password.
The factory default User Name is: admin
The default password is: admin
Note that the password is case sensitive. It should be changed (discussed further along in this section),
It is advisable to change the
login Password. Do not
FORGET the new password
as it cannot be recovered.
but once changed, if forgotten, may not be recovered.
When entered, the password appears as ’dots’ as shown in the image below. This display format prohibits
others from viewing the password.
The ‘Remember my password’ checkbox may be selected for purposes of convenience, however it is
recommended to ensure it is deselected - particularly once the unit is deployed in the field - for one
primary reason: security.
If the BulletPlus is restored to factory defaults the password is also restored to the original default
password.
As of firmware version v1.3.0-r1014 it is required to change the password upon initial login, once
the password is changed, it will be required to login to the unit once again with the updated
password.
Image 4-0-2: Logon Window
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4.0 Configuration
4.1 System
The main category tabs located at the top of the navigation bar separate the configuration of the BulletPlus
into different groups based on function. The System Tab contains the following sub menu’s:
Summary - Status summary of entire radio including network settings,
version information, and radio connection status
Settings - Host Name, System Log Settings, System Time/Date
Services - Enable/Disable and configure port numbers for SSH, Telnet, HTTP
and HTTPS services
Keepalive - Configure System keep alive to ensure network/internet access.
Maintenance - Remote firmware Upgrades, reset to defaults, configuration backup
and restore.
Reboot - Schedule reboots and/or immediately reboot the system.
4.1.1 System > Summary
The System Summary screen is displayed immediately after initial login, showing a summary and status of
all the functions of the BulletPlus in a single display. This information includes System Status, Carrier
Status, Cellular & LAN/WAN network information, version info, etc.
The System Summary page
will Auto Refresh, each time
this happens a small amount
of data is used. If viewing
over the Cellular Network this
data could add up to a
significant amount over a long
period of time.
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Image 4-1-1: System Info Window
4.0 Configuration
4.1.2 System > Settings
System Settings
Options available in the System Settings menu allow for the configuration of the Host Name, Description,
Console Timeout and System Log server settings.
Image 4-1-2: System Settings > System Settings
Host Name/Description
The Host Name is a convenient identifier for a specific BulletPlus unit.
This feature is most used when accessing units remotely: a convenient
cross-reference for the unit’s WAN/Carrier IP address. This name
appears when logged into a telnet session, or when the unit is
reporting into Microhard NMS System.
The description provides an additional field for text characters, but is
not displayed anywhere but in this field.
Console Timeout (s)
This value determines when a console connection (made via Console
Port or Telnet) will timeout after becoming inactive.
CFG Reset to Default Button
Enabled by default, when the CFG button on the front of the BulletPlus
is held down for 10s while the unit is powered up, the unit will reset
and all settings will be reset to factory defaults. When disabled the unit
will reset, but the settings will not be overwritten.
Values (characters)
BulletPlus (varies)
up to 30 characters
Values (seconds)
60
0-65535
Values (Selection)
Enable
Disable
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4.0 Configuration
System Syslog Server IP
Network Time Protocol (NTP)
can be used to synchronize the
time and date or computer
systems with a centralized,
referenced server. This can
help ensure all systems on a
network have the same time
and date.
The BulletPlus can report system level events to a third party Syslog
server, which can be used to monitor events reported by the BulletPlus.
IP Address
0.0.0.0
System Syslog Server Port
Enter the UDP listening port of the Syslog Server. The default port number
is generally 514, but could vary from Server to Server.
Time Settings
The BulletPlus can be set to use a local time source, thus keeping time on its own, or it can be configured
to synchronize the date and time via a NTP Server. The options and menus available will change
depending on the current setting of the Date and Time Setting Mode, as seen below.
UDP Port
514
Select the Date and Time Setting Mode required. If set for ‘Use
Local Time’ the unit will keep its own time and not attempt to
synchronize with a network server. If ‘Synchronize Date And
Time Over Network’ is selected, a NTP server can be defined.
The calendar date may be entered in this field. Note that the
entered value is lost should the BulletPlus lose power for some
reason.
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Image 4-1-3: System Settings > Time Settings
Date and Time Setting Mode
Values (selection)
Use Local Time Source
Synchronize Date And Time
Over Network
Date
Values (yyyy-mm-dd)
2015.04.01 (varies)
4.0 Configuration
Time
The time may be entered in this field. Note that the entered
value is lost should the BulletPlus lose power for some reason.
If connecting to a NTP time server, specify the timezone from
the dropdown list.
This displays the POSIX TZ String used by the unit as
determined by the timezone setting.
Enter the IP Address or domain name of the desired NTP time
server.
Enter the IP Address or domain name of the desired NTP time
server.
Values (hh:mm:ss)
11:27:28 (varies)
Timezone
Values (selection)
User Defined (or out of date)
POSIX TZ String
Values (read only)
(varies)
NTP Server
Values (address)
pool.ntp.org
NTP Port
Values (port#)
123
NTP Client Interval
By default the modem only synchronizes the time and date during
system boot up (default: 0), but it can be modified to synchronize at a
regular interval. This process does consume data and should be set
accordingly.
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Values (seconds)
4.0 Configuration
4.1.3 System > Services
Certain services in the BulletPlus can be disabled or enabled for either security considerations or resource/
power considerations. The Enable/Disable options are applied after a reboot and will take affect after each
start up. The Start/Restart/Stop functions only apply to the current session and will not be retained after a
power cycle.
Image 4-1-5: System > Services
The FTP service can be enabled/disabled using the Services Status
Menu. The FTP service is used for firmware recovery operations.
Using the Telnet Service Enable/Disable function, you can disable the
Telnet service from running on the modem. The port used by the
Telnet service can also be modified. The default is 23.
Using the SSH Service Enable/Disable function, you can disable the
SSH service (Port 22) from running on the modem. The port used by
the SSH service can also be modified. The default is 22.
The default web server port for the web based configuration tools used
in the modem is port 80 (http) and port 443 (HTTPS).
Change as required, but keep in mind that if a non standard port is
used, it must be specified in a internet browser to access the unit.
(example: http://192.168.168.1:8080).
FTP
Values (port)
Enable / Disable
Telnet
Values (port)
23
SSH
Values (port)
22
Web UI
Values (selection)
HTTP/HTTPS
HTTP
HTTPS
Reserved for internal use.
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Microhard Sh
4.0 Configuration
4.1.4 System > Keepalive
The Keep alive tab allows for the configuration of the keep alive features of the BulletPlus. The BulletPlus
can check for activity on the Wireless Interface, The CLI (Command Line Interface), The WEBUI, and
ensure that they are working as expected. In the event that the BulletPlus does not detect activity on a
interface it will reboot to attempt to resolve any issues that may have occurred.
Image 4-1-6: Carrier > Keepalive
Enable or Disable the keep alive functions of the modem. If it is
disabled, the user can configure the Traffic Check separately. The unit
will monitor traffic on the Cell interface.
Monitors traffic on the Cell interface as well as the WAN interface if the
WAN port is configured as independent in the Network Settings. If the
Bullet detects that there is no activity on the above interfaces it will
attempt a ICMP, HTTP or DNS Lookup as configured below to
determine if service has been lost.
Monitors the activity of CLI. If the console isn't accessed within the
certain period which is specified by Console Timeout in SystemSettings web page, the modem will send out the connection request.
Monitors the activity of Web UI. If the Web UI isn't accessed or
refreshed within the certain period which is specified by Console
Timeout in System-Settings web page, the modem will send out the
connection request.
Keep Alive
Values (Selection)
Enable / Disable
Traffic Check
Values (Selection)
Enable / Disable
CLI Activity
Values (Selection)
Enable / Disable
Web UI Activity
Values (Selection)
Enable / Disable
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4.0 Configuration
Type
Once the connection is lost, the modem will send one of the requests
to the remote host to determine the connection status. If the modem
fails to get the response, it will re-send the request within the seconds
specified by Keepalive Interval below:
ICMP: Send a "ping" request
HTTP: Send a "wget" request to a HTTP server
DNS Lookup: Send a "dslookup" request to a DNS server
Specify a IP Address or Domain that is used to test the modems
connection. The modem will send out the connection requests to the
specified Host.
The Interval value determines the frequency, or how often, the unit will
send out PING messages to the Host. The BulletPlus will first attempt
to re-initialize the cellular model before performing a full system
reboot, thus the interval may be delayed by up to 120 seconds)
The Keepalive Retry is the maximum number of connection failures
such as “Host unreachable” the unit will attempt before the unit will
reboot itself to attempt to correct connection issues. The default
number is 20, and valid value is from 10 to 200.
Values (Selection)
ICMP
HTTP
DNS Lookup
Host Name
Values (IP or Domain)
8.8.8.8
Keepalive Interval
Values (seconds)
300
Keepalive Retry
Values (number)
20
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