Multitech MultiModem rCell MTCBA-H-EN2, MultiModem rCell MTCBA-E-EN2 User Manual

®

MultiModem

Intelligent Wireless Router

rCell

User Guide

Copyright and Technical Support

MultiModem® rCell User Guide

Intelligent Wireless Router

MTCBA-H-EN2 & MTCBA-E-EN2
S000456A, Revision A

Copyright

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Copyright © 2009 by Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.

Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. makes no representation or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims
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changes. Check Multi-Tech’s Web site or product CD for current versions of our product documentation.

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A 05/26/09 Initial release.

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Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. All other products or
technologies referenced in this manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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Phone: [phone] or 800-328-9717
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Warranty

Warranty information can be found at: http://www.multitech.com

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 – Introduction and Product Description ............................................................... 5

MultiModem MTCBA-H-EN2 (HSDPA) ................................................................................................................................. 5

MultiModem MTCBA-E-EN2 (EDGE) .................................................................................................................................... 5

Safety Warnings .................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Ethernet Ports Caution ................................................................................................................................................... 6

Handling Precautions ..................................................................................................................................................... 6

Vehicle Safety ................................................................................................................................................................ 6

Internal Lithium Battery .................................................................................................................................................. 6

Front Panel ........................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Signal LEDs ................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Package Contents .......................................................................................................................................................... 8

Specifications ........................................................................................................................................................................ 9

RF Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................ 10

Antenna Specifications ........................................................................................................................................................ 10

GSM/EGSM Antenna Requirements/Specifications ..................................................................................................... 10

Antennas Available from Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. ...................................................................................................... 10

PTCRB Requirements Note ......................................................................................................................................... 10

FCC Requirements Note .............................................................................................................................................. 10

RS232 9-Pin Functions of the Female End Connector ........................................................................................................ 10

Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation ................................................................................ 11

Activate Your Wireless Account .......................................................................................................................................... 11

Insert the SIM Card into Holder, If required ......................................................................................................................... 11

Making the Connection ....................................................................................................................................................... 12

Optional – Attach the Router to a Flat Surface .................................................................................................................... 13

Set Your PC’s TCP/IP Address for Ethernet Functionality .................................................................................................. 14

AT Command for Verifying Signal Strength ................................................................................................................. 16

AT Command for Checking Network Registration and Roaming Status ...................................................................... 16

Configure the Ethernet Interface Using the Web Management Software ............................................................................ 17

Set Time and Date .............................................................................................................................................................. 19

Shutdown Caution ............................................................................................................................................................... 19

Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software ............................................................ 20

Navigating the Web Management Software ........................................................................................................................ 20

Web Management Software Screens .................................................................................................................................. 22

IP Setup .............................................................................................................................................................................. 22

IP Setup > General Configuration ................................................................................................................................ 22

IP Setup > HTTP Configuration ................................................................................................................................... 24

IP Setup > DDNS Configuration ................................................................................................................................... 25

IP Setup > SNTP Configuration ................................................................................................................................... 26

IP Setup > Static Routes .............................................................................................................................................. 27

IP Setup > Remote Configuration ................................................................................................................................ 27

PPP ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 28

PPP > PPP Configuration ............................................................................................................................................ 28

PPP > Wakeup-on-Call ................................................................................................................................................ 30

PPP > Wakeup-On-Call Examples ............................................................................................................................... 31

PPP > Power-On Configuration ................................................................................................................................... 34

PPP > Modem Commands .......................................................................................................................................... 34

Networks & Services ........................................................................................................................................................... 35

Networks & Services > Network Configuration ............................................................................................................ 35

Networks & Services > Service Configuration .............................................................................................................. 36

Packet Filters ...................................................................................................................................................................... 37

Packet Filters > Packet Filters. .................................................................................................................................... 37

Packet Filters > DNAT Configuration ........................................................................................................................... 38

Packet Filters > DNAT Example .................................................................................................................................. 38

Packet Filters > Advanced ........................................................................................................................................... 40

GRE Tunnels....................................................................................................................................................................... 41

GRE Tunnels > GRE Tunnels ...................................................................................................................................... 41

GRE Tunnels > GRE Routes Configuration ................................................................................................................. 42

DHCP Server ...................................................................................................................................................................... 43

DHCP Server > Subnet Settings .................................................................................................................................. 43

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DHCP Server > Fixed Addresses................................................................................................................................. 44

Tools ................................................................................................................................................................................... 44

Tools > Tools ............................................................................................................................................................... 44

Tools > Service Status ................................................................................................................................................. 45

Tools > Firmware Upgrade .......................................................................................................................................... 45

Tools > Load Configuration .......................................................................................................................................... 46

Tools > Save Configuration .......................................................................................................................................... 46

Statistics & Logs .................................................................................................................................................................. 47

Statistics & Logs > Ethernet ......................................................................................................................................... 47

Statistics & Logs > PPP ............................................................................................................................................... 48

Statistics & Logs > PPP Trace ..................................................................................................................................... 49

Statistics & Logs > SysInfo .......................................................................................................................................... 49

Statistics & Logs > DHCP Stat ..................................................................................................................................... 50

Statistics & Logs > GRE Statistics ............................................................................................................................... 50

Statistics & Logs > Modem Information ........................................................................................................................ 50

Appendix A – A Reference Table of Commonly Supported Subnets ................................ 51

Appendix B – Wireless Antenna ........................................................................................... 53

The Antenna ....................................................................................................................................................................... 53

GSM and E-GSM Radio Characteristics ...................................................................................................................... 53

Appendix C – Regulatory Compliance ................................................................................. 54

EMC, Safety, and R&TTE Directive Compliance ......................................................................................................... 54

International Modem Restrictions ................................................................................................................................. 54

FCC Part 15 Class B Statement .................................................................................................................................. 54

Industry Canada ........................................................................................................................................................... 54

Appendix D – Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment ................................................ 55

Appendix E – ROHS HT/TS Substance Concentration ....................................................... 56

Index ....................................................................................................................................... 57

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Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications

Chapter 1 – Introduction and Product

Descript ion

This User Guide describes the MultiModem® rCell Intelligent Wireless Router with an Ethernet 2 interface. The MultiModem rCell
Router configured for one of three connectivity modes: always-on, wake-up on ring, or dial-on demand. The always-on network
connection automatically establishes a wireless data connection and allows for around the clock surveillance, monitoring or
realtime data acquisition of any remote Ethernet device such as a Web camera. If the data link is dropped in the event of poor
reception or a complete loss of service, it will automatically re-establish the data link. The wake-up on ring configuration allows
the router to “wake up” and initiate a connection when it detects an incoming ring. For security reasons, you can setup the
router to wake up based on a particular caller ID number. This configuration is ideal for reducing the costs associated with the
modem being online and available 24/7. When configured for dial-on demand, the router only accesses the Internet when data
is present. This configuration is ideal for sharing Internet access among networked PCs.

The MultiModem rCell routers are available in two models:

Model Description
MTCBA-H-EN2 (HSDPA)
MTCBA-E-EN2 (EDGE)

Standards based tri-band UMTS/HSDPA performance

Quad-band E-GPRS Class 10 performance

MultiModem MTCBA-H-EN2 (HSDPA)

The MultiModem MTCBA-H-EN2 wireless router delivers some of the fastest cellular data speeds by utilizing HSDPA
technology. It allows users to connect to the Internet and send and receive data faster than possible with an ordinary
GSM/GPRS network making it ideal for highly data-intensive applications. Based on industry-standard open interfaces, the
MultiModem MTCBA-H-EN2 wireless router is equipped with quad-band, high-speed RS232 technology, which means it can
be used worldwide on all existing GSM networks.

AT Commands: The MultiModem MTCBA-H-EN2 wireless router is configured using the HSPDA AT

Commands. These commands are documented in the Reference Guide for the MultiModem Wireless

HSDPA Router, document number S000453x.

MultiModem MTCBA-E-EN2 (EDGE)

The MultiModem MTCBA-E-EN2 (EDGE) wireless router delivers some of the fastest cellular wireless data speeds utilizing
EDGE technology. It allows users to connect to the internet, send and receive data up to three times faster than possible with
an ordinary GSM/GPRS network making it ideal for highly data-intensive multimedia applications.

AT Commands: The MultiModem MTCBA-E-EN2 wireless router is configured using the EDGE AT

Commands. These commands are documented in the Reference Guide for the MultiModem Wireless

EDGE Routers, document number S000371x.

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Safety Warnings

Ethernet Ports Caution

The Ethernet ports are not designed to be connected to a Public Telecommunication Network or used outside the building.

Handling Precautions

All devices must be handled with certain precautions to avoid damage due to the accumulation of static charge. Although input
protection circuitry has been incorporated into the devices to minimize the effect of this static build up, proper precautions
should be taken to avoid exposure to electrostatic discharge during handling and mounting.

Caution: Maintain a separation distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches) between the transmitter’s antenna and the body of the

user or nearby persons. The router is not designed for, nor intended to be, used in applications within 20 cm (8 inches) of the
body of the user.

Vehicle Safety

● Do not use your Router while driving, unless equipped with a correctly installed vehicle kit allowing ‘Hands-Free’

Operation.

● Respect national regulations on the use of cellular telephones in vehicles. Road safety always comes first.

● If incorrectly installed in a vehicle, the operation of router telephone could interfere with the correct functioning of

vehicle electronics. To avoid such problems, be sure that qualified personnel have performed the installation.
Verification of the protection of vehicle electronics should be part of the installation.

● The use of an alert device to operate a vehicle’s lights or horn on public roads is not permitted.

Internal Lithium Battery

● A lithium battery located within product provides backup power for the timekeeping capability. The battery has an

estimated life expectancy of ten years.

● When the battery starts to weaken, the date and time may be incorrect. If the battery fails, the board must be sent back

to Multi-Tech Systems for battery replacement.

● Lithium cells and batteries are subject to the Provisions for International Transportation. Multi-tech Systems Inc.

confirms that the Lithium batteries used in the Multi-Tech product(s) referenced in this manual comply with Special

Provision 188 of the UN Model Regulations, Special Provision A45 of the ICAO-TI/IATA-DGR (Air), Special
Provision 310 of the IMDG Code, and Special Provision 188 of the ADR and RID (Road and Rail Europe).

Warning! There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced!

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Front Panel

The front panel contains a Power and Status LEDs, two Ethernet LEDs, two modem LEDs, and three signal LEDs. The Power
and Status LEDs indicate that DC power is present and the Status LED blinks when the unit is functioning normally. The two
Ethernet LEDs indicate transmit and receive data on the Ethernet link. The two modem LEDs indicate carrier detection and
link status. The three signal LEDs display the signal strength level of the wirless connection. The SIM door on the right side of
the router provides access to the SIM card holder.

LED Indicators

PWR Power. Indicates presence of DC power when lit.
Status

LNK

SPD Speed. Lit when the Ethernet is linked at 100 Mbps. If it is not lit, the Ethernet is linked at 10 Mbps.
CD Carrier Detect. Lit when data connection has been established.
LS Line Status Dependent on Model

Signal

Status. When functioning normally, the LED blinks. The LED is a solid light when the rCell is booting up, saving

the configuration, restarting, or updating the firmware.
Link. Blinks when there is transmit and receive activity on the Ethernet link. It shows a steady light when there is a

valid Ethernet connection.

MTCBA-H-EN2 MTCBA-E-EN2

Continuous “on” state

indicates that the wireless
modem is registered on the
network.

Flashing state Indicates
attempted registration on
network.

Off state. Modem could not
register

Indicates the wireless signal strength. Refer to Signal Strength LEDs below.

Permanently off. ME is in one of the following modes: Power Down mode,
Airplane mode Non-Cyclic Sleep mode with no temporary wake-up event in
progress.

600 ms on/600 ms off

Limited Network Service: No SIM card inserted or no PIN entered, or network
search in progress or ongoing user authentication, or network login in progress.

75 ms on/3 sec off

Idle mode: The mobile is registered to the GSM network (monitoring control
channels and user interactions). No call is in progress.

75 ms on/ 75 ms off/75 ms on/3 sec off

One or more GPRS contexts activated.

500 ms on/ 25 ms off

Packet switched data transfer in progress.

Permanently on

Depending on type of call:
Voice call – Connected to remote party

Data call – Connected to remote party or exchange of parameters while
setting up or disconnecting a call.

Signal LEDs

In order to verify signal strength, you must use a terminal application such as HyperTerminal. Refer to AT Command for
verifing signal Strength in Chapter 3 of this guide.

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Package Contents

Unbundled Package with

No Accessories

1 router
1 Quick Start Guide
1 MultiModem CD

Note: You must supply mounting

screws, AC or DC power supply,
and an antenna.

1 router
1 antenna
1 Ethernet cable
1 power supply
1 Quick Start Guide
1 MultiModem CD

Note: You must supply mounting screws.

Note: Your wireless provider will supply the SIM card.

Bundled Package

with Accessories

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Specifications

Features MTCBA-H-EN2 MTCBA-E-EN2

Performance HSDPA/UMTS

EDGE: Class 10
GPRS; Class 10

Band, Frequency Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE/HSDPA

850/900/1800/1900 MHz
UMTS FDD: Band I/Band II/Band V

Packet Data HSDPA: UE CAT [1-6], 11, 12 supported,

Circuit-Switched Data GSM: Asynchronous, non-transparent up to

Short Message Services-SMS Text & PDU,Point-to-Point (MO/MT), cell

Antenna Connector RF Antenna: 50 ohm SMA (female connector) RF Antenna: 50 ohm SMA (female connector)
SIM Connector Standard 3V SIM receptacle Standard 3V SIM receptacle
RS232 Connector DB9 DB9
GPIO Connector 6 pin 2x3 style 6 pin 2x3 style

Power Connector 2.5mm miniature(screw-on) 2.5mm miniature(screw-on)
Voltage 9V to 32 VDC 9V to 32 VDC

Power*

Physical Description 7” W x 1.24”H x 2.79”D .78lbs

Operating Temperature ** -30° to +60° C UL listed @ 40° -30° to +50° C UL listed @ 40°
Storage Temp -40° to +85° C -40° to +85° C
Humidity Relative humidity 20% to 90% noncondensing Relative humidity 20% to 90% noncondensing
Certifications CE Mark, R&TTE

compressed mode according to 3GPP
TS5.212
EDGE: Class 10, full PBCCH support, coding
schemes CS-9, Mobile station Class B
GPRS: Class 10, full PBCCH support, coding
schemes CS1-4, Mobile station Class B

9600bps
UMTS: Asynchronous,non- transparent up to
64K bps

broadcast

Sleep .180A, 0.0W @ 9V, .087A, 0.0W @ 20V,

.058A, 0.0W @32V

Typical .280A, 2.6W @ 9V, .200A, 4.0W @ 20V,

.095A, 3.0W @32V

Max .432A, 3.9W @ 9V, .218A, 4.3W @ 20V,

.150A, 4.8W @ 32V

Peak: 1.6A @ 9V, 1.2A @ 20V, 1.0A @ 32V

17.78 cmW x3.15cmH x 7.07cmD .355Kg

EMC: FCC Part 15, 22, 24

IC: RSS 132,133,102
EU: EN55022, EN55024
EN301 489-1,
EN301 489-7,
EN301 511

Safety: USA: UL60950

Canada: cUL60950;

Europe: EN60950,
Australia/New Zeland:
AS/NZS 60950

Network: PTCRB

* Multi-Tech Systems, Inc recommends that the customer incorporate a 10% buffer into their power source when determining product

load.

** UL Listed @ 40°C. Limited by power supply. UL Certification does not apply or extend to an ambient above 40°C and has not been

evaluated by UL for ambient greater than 40°C

“UL has evaluated this device for use in ordinary locations only. Installation in a vehicle or other outdoor locations has not been
evaluated by UL. UL Certification does not apply or extend to use in vehicles or outdoor applications or in ambients above 40° C.”

Optional power must be UL Listed ITE power supply marked LPS or Class 2 rated 9-32Vdc, 1.44 – 0.4A

EDGE: E-GPRS Class 10,
GPRS: Class 12

Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz

EDGE: E-GPRS Up to 240K bps, coding
scheme MCS-9, mobile station Class B, LLC
layer, 4 time slots
GPRS: Full PBCCH support, coding scheme 1­4, mobile station Class B

Up to 14.4K bps, non-transparent

Text & PDU, Point-to-Point (MO/MT), cell
broadcast

Sleep .166A, 1.5W @ 9V, .141A, 2.8W @ 20V, .093A,

3.0W @ 32V

Typical .250A, 2.3W @ 9V, .145A, 2.9W @ 20V, .094A,

3.0W @ 32V

Max .480A, 4.4W @ 9V, .228A, 4.5W @ 20V, .150A,

4.8W @ 32V

Peak: 2.3A @ 9V, 1.6A @ 20V, 1.0A 32V

7” W x 1.24”H x 2.79”D .78lbs

17.78 cmW x3.15cmH x 7.07cmD .355Kg

CE Mark, R&TTE
EMC: FCC Part 15, 22, 24

IC: RSS 132,133
EU: EN55022, EN55024
EN301 489-1,
EN301 489-7,
EN301 511

Safety: USA: UL60950

Canada: cUL60950;

Europe: EN 60950,
Australia/New Zeland:
AS/NZS 60950

Network: PTCRB

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RF Specifications

Frequency RX
Frequency TX

RF Power Stand

GSM 850 EGSM 900 GSM 1800 GSM 1900

869 to 894 MHz 925 to 960 MHz 1805 to 1800 MHz 1930 to 1990 MHz

824 to 849 MHz 880 to 915 MHz 1710 to 1785 MHz 1850 to 1910 MHz

2W at 12.5% duty
cycle

2W at 12.5% duty
cycle

1W at 12.5% duty
cycle

1W at 12.5% duty
cycle

Antenna Specifications

GSM/EGSM Antenna Requirements/Specifications

Frequency Range: 824 – 960 MHz / 1710 – 1990 MHz
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: <2.0:1
Typical Radiated Gain: 3 dBi on azimuth plane
Radiation: Omni
Polarization: Vertical
Wave: Half Wave Di pole

Antennas Available from Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.

Description Part Number

Hinged Right Angle 900/1800 MHz Cellular Modem Antenna ANF1-1HRA
Hinged Right Angle 800/1900 MHz Cellular Modem Antenna ANF21HRA
Hinged Right Angle 850/900/1800/1900 MHz Cellular Modem Antenna ANQB-1HRA

PTCRB Requirements Note

There cannot be any alteration to the authorized antenna system. The antenna system must be the same type with similar in­band and out-of-ban radiation patterns and maintain the same specifications.

FCC Requirements Note

The antenna gain, including cable loss, must not exceed 3.0 dBi at 1900 MHz / 1.6 dBi at 850 MHz for mobile operating
configurations and 7.0 dBi at 1900 MHz / 2.3 dBi at 850 MHz for fixed mounted operations, as defined in 2.1091 and 1.1307 of
the rules for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

RS232 9-Pin Functions of the Female End Connector

The following table explains the pin functions.

External Power

Signal IN/OUT

Pin 1 CD O
Pin 2 RX O
Pin 3 TX I
Pin 4 DTR I
Pin 5 GND --

Pin 6 DSR O

Pin 7 RTS I
Pin 8 CTS O
Pin 9 RI O

Serial Cable

Female Connector

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Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation

Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation

Activate Your Wireless Account

Please refer to the wireless account Activation Notices included with your unit and located on the MultiModem CD. Choose
the one for your wireless network provider and follow the directions to activate your account.

Phone Numbers for the router

Every wireless router will have its own unique phone number. The phone number may simply be given to you by your wireless
service provider or it may be on the SIM card or both. Wireless provider implementations may vary.

Note: If you need remote access to your MultiModem over the internet for remote configuration, you need to ensure

that your wireless network provider has provisioned mobile terminated data and fixed or dynamic public IP address
inwhich they can configure the network to redirect any incoming connection to that predefined IP .

Insert the SIM Card into Holder, If required

The router requires the power supply connection to begin operation. It also requires a SIM card (Subscriber Identity Module)
to operate on a GSM network. To install the SIM, do the following:

1. Using a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the two SIM door screws and remove the SIM door.
Note: When changing a SIM, ensure that power is removed from the unit.

2. Insert the SIM card into the card holder. The above graphic illustrates the correct SIM card orientation.

3. Verify that the SIM card fits into the holder properly and then replace the cover.

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Making the Connection

1. Connect a suitable antenna to the SMA connector (see antenna specifications in Chapter 1).

2. Using an Ethernet cable, connect one end of the cable to the ETHERNET connector on the back of the router and

the other end to your pc either directly or via a switch or hub.

The RS-232 connector is provided for future use.

3. Depending on the power source, connect either the power supply module with the appropriate blade or the optional

DC power cable. If you are using the power supply module, remove the protective shipping cover. Attach the
appropriate interchangeable blade piece to the power supply module.

4. Screw-on the power lead from the power supply module into the power connection on the router. Now, plug the

power supply into your power source.

For Optional Direct DC Power

• Screw-on the DC power cable to the power connector on the router.

• Then attach the two wires at the other end of the DC power cable to a DC fuse/terminal block on a vehicle in

which you are mounting the router.

• Connect red wire to the "+" (positive) terminal and black wire to the "–" (negative) terminal. Be sure the GND

connection is correct.

Warning: Over-voltage protection is provided on the device. To ensure complete protection, you may want to add

additional filtering to the DC input.

Note: For automotive application: according to the type of application, you can use permanent “+” or key-

switched “+” source. Connect the power supply to its source (for example, in a mobile situation, to the
vehicle’s DC fuse/terminal block).

Notes

● The POWER LED. The POWER LED lights after power-up.

● The Reset Button. Pressing and holding the Reset button for 5 seconds will restore all factory default

settings. It also will set the username and password back to admin and admin as well as setting the IP
address to the default of 192.168.2.1.

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Optional – Attach the Router to a Flat Surface

Before you mount your router to a permanent surface, verify signal strength, refer to Using Your router, Verify Signal Strength
in Chapter 3.

The router can be panel mounted with screws spaced according to the measurement shown.

Note: Use either #4 or #6 pan head screws for all four mount locations.

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Set Your PC’s TCP/IP Address for Ethernet Functionality

The following directions establish a TCP/IP connection at the pc so the PC can communicate with the
router. The following directions were written using a Windows XP/ 2003+ operating system.

1. Click Start | Control Panel. Double-click the Network Connections icon.

2. The Network Connections screen displays. Right-click the Local Area Connection icon and choose Properties from

the drop down list.

3. The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box displays.

● Select Internet Protocol [TCP/IP].

● Click the Properties button. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties screen displays.

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4. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties screen.

Important Note:

If this screen opens and displays your current IP configuration, we suggest you record this
information for future reference (i.e., after the router is configured, you may wish to return
this PC to its original settings).

● To set a Fixed IP Address for the pc, select Use the following IP address.

● Enter the pc IP Address. Example: 192.168.2.x.

Note: The x in the address stands for numbers 101 and up.

● Enter the pc Subnet Mask. Example: 255.255.255.0

● Enter the pc Default Gateway. Example: 192.168.2.2

Note: The pc settings must be in the same subnet range as the router.

The factory default settings for the router are:

IP Address: 192.168.2.1
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway: 192.168.2.2

● Select Use the following DNS server addresses.

● Enter the IP Address for the Preferred DNS Server. Example: 205.171.3.65

● Click OK.

● Close the Local Area Properties screen by clicking OK.

● Close the Control Panel.

● Repeat these steps for each PC on your network.

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AT Command for Verifying Signal Strength

To communicate directly with the cellular modem to verify signal strength, network registeration, and roaming status, telnet to
the modem.

1. To Telnet to the modem. You can access the modem thru the Run icon or from the Command Prompt:

Click Start I Run icon. In the Open window, enter cmd and then press ENTER.

or

Click Start I All Programs I Accessories I Command Prompt

● In the command window, type telnet 192.168.2.1 5000

● At the Login prompt, type the default user name: admin (all lower-case). Press ENTER

● At the Password prompt, type the default pass word: admin (all lower-case). Press ENTER

2. In the command window, type AT+CSQ

3. The router responds with the received signal strength (rssi) and the channel bit error rate (ber).

RSSI ranges from 0 to 31. BER ranges from 0 to 7 (7 is the highest error rate).

Signal Strength – RSSI

10 – 31 Sufficient
0 – 9 Weak or Insufficient
99 Insufficient

AT Command for Checking Network Registration and

Roaming Status

Use this command to verify that the wireless Router has been registered on a wireless network.

1. In the command window, type AT+CREG?

2. The router will respond in one of the following ways:

Network Registration Verification
Value Network Registration Status
+CREG: 0,0 The router is not registered on any network
+CREG: 0,1 The router is registered on the home network
+CREG: 0,5 The router is registered on a network and it is roaming

Note: If the router indicates that it is not registered, verify the signal strength to determine if the problem is the strength of the

received signal.

Exiting Modem Mode

1. After the last AT Command is entered, press:

CTRL + ] (the right bracket).

2. The following prompt displays:

telnet>

Type quit and press Enter.

3. Then the following prompt displays:

c:>
Type exit and press Enter.

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Configure the Ethernet Interface Using the Web
Management Software

You are now ready to configure the Ethernet interface. This is accomplished by using the router's factory-installed Web
Management software. The software is accessed through a Web browser.

1. Open a Web browser

From the pc, open a Web browser.

2. Type the default Gateway Address: http://192.168.2.1

3. Login

After entering the Address, the Login screen displays.

● Type the default User Name: admin (all lower-case).

● Type the default password: admin (all lower-case).

Note: The User name and Password are case-sensitive (both must be typed in lower-case).
A password can be up to 12 characters. If Windows displays the AutoComplete screen, you may want to

click No to tell the Windows OS not to remember the password; this helps maintain PC security.

Password Caution: It is recommended that you change the default password to better protect the security

of your router. Use a safe password! Your first name spelled backwards is not a sufficiently safe password; a
password such as xfT35$4 is better.

● Click the Login button. The Web Management Home screen displays.

4. Use the Wizard Setup for Quick Configuration

A quick way to configure the router is to use the Wizard Setup. The Wizard Setup can be opened by clicking the
words Wizard Setup located under the Web Management software’s menu bar. The information entered here will

default to other screens that require this information.

Benefits of Using the Wizard Setup

● Saves time by allowing you to configure the basic setup in one screen.

Note: Additional features and functions can be set up using the complete Web Management software

program, described in Chapter 3.

● Provides a short way to enter and save information needed to create a connection to the Internet.

Select Wizard Setup

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5. After clicking the Wizard Setup selection, the Wizard Setup screen displays.

Wizard Setup

A minimum router configuration is provided using the Wizard Setup. This provides a quick way to enter and save information
needed to create a connection to the internet. The table below provides the information for the minimum configuration.

IP Configuration

IP Address The default is 192.168.2.1. To change it, simply enter your own IP address.
Mask The default is 255.255.255.0
DNS Enter the primary DNS IP address for the system. The default is 0.0.0.0

PPP Configuration

PPP The default is disable. To connect to the internet, you have to enable PPP.

Depending on the model, commands may need to be issued to the integrated
cellular modem before connecting to the wireless service. To issue commands to
the integrated cellular modem, PPP must be disabled and telnet port 5000 used.

Dial-on­Demand

Idle Time Out

Dial Number Enter the dial number. This number connects you to the Internet.

APN

Init String You can set up to 4 router initialization strings.

The default is disable.

Sets the amount of time the PPP link stays active before disconnecting. Setting
the value to zero causes the link to stay active continuously.

For HSDPA, the number is *99***1#.
For HSDPA, enter the APN (Access Point Name). The APN is assigned by your

wireless service provider.

PPP Authentication

Authentication
Type

User Name

Password Enter the PPP Password. This password authenticates the remote peer.

A Note About the Access Point Name

The APN (Access Point Name) is assigned by your HSDPA wireless service provider, but you may have to ask
for it. An access point is an IP network to which a wireless Router connects. The Web Management software

asks for the APN on the Wizard Setup screen and the PPP screen.

Click the button corresponding to the authentication protocol you want to use to
negotiate with the remote peer. PAP, CHAP, or PAP-CHAP.

Default = PAP-CHAP
Enter the PPP User Name. This name authenticates the remote peer. The

default is ipmodule.

The default is ipmodule.

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