NetComm N3GS003 User Manual

User Guide

N3GS003

3G Serial Modem

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Contents

1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................................3

1.1 Features ............................................................................................................................................3

1.2 Package Contents ..............................................................................................................................3

1.3 Inserting the SIM card ........................................................................................................................4

1.4 Connecting the cables ........................................................................................................................4

1.5 Getting to know your N3GS003 - LED Indicators ..................................................................................5

2. Driver installation ...................................................................................................................................6

2.1 Windows Vista ...................................................................................................................................6

2.2 Driver removal process .....................................................................................................................10

3. Creating a Dial Up Connection .............................................................................................................11

4. How to dial the connection ..................................................................................................................13

5. Modem Basics ......................................................................................................................................14

5.1 Establishing a Communication Session ..............................................................................................14

5.2 Standard Modem Commands (V.250) ................................................................................................15

5.3 Status Register ................................................................................................................................16

5.4 Result Codes ...................................................................................................................................16

5.5 Jumper ...........................................................................................................................................17

Appendix A – Legal and Regualtory information ........................................................................................18

Important Notice and Safety Precaution

1. Do not operate the device near flammable gassed or fumes. Turn off the device when you are near

a petrol station, fuel depots and chemical plants/depots. Operation of such equipment in potentially
explosive atmospheres can represent a safety hazard.

2. The device and antenna shall be use only with a minimum of 20 cm from human body.

3. The operation of this device may affect medical electronic devices, such as hearing aids and peacemakers.

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CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the NetComm N3GS003 3G Serial modem. This User Guide will help you with the
configuration and set-up of your Modem and includes information that will allow you to get a better understand
the advanced features and operation of your new investment.

1.1 Features

• Tri-band UMTS (HSDPA): 850, 1900 and 2100 MHz

• Quad-band EDGE/GPRS/GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz

• Supports third generation (3G) digital cellular standards

• RS 232 serial connection

• AT Command interface

1.2 Package Contents

Your NetComm N3GS003 package contains the following items:

• N3G003S 3G Dial Up modem

• 12V DC 1Amp Power Pack

• Driver / Manual CD

• 850MHz/2100MHz wireless Antenna

If any of the above items are missing or damaged, please contact NetComm immediately.

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1.3 Inserting the SIM card

Please ensure that the modem is not connected to the power cable before proceeding.

• Push the yellow little button besides the SIM card holder.

• Insert the SIM card to the holder with the conductor facing up.

• Insert the SIM card holder with the conductor facing down.

1.4 Connecting the cables

Turn your computer off

• Connect the included antenna to the back of the modem

• Plug the data cable’s (Serial Cable) male end (pins showing) into the socket at the back of your Modem

and then plug the female end (no pins showing) of the same cable into the COM port at the back of your
computer.

• Plug the power cable pin into the POWER socket at the back of your Modem and plug the power supply

into a suitable power point.

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1.5 Getting to know your N3GS003 - LED indicators

Function Color Definition

Power

Off Power is Off

Green Power is on and the device operates normally.

Signal

Slow Blink Unit is searching for a carrier.

Flashing Blink Unit is connected to the network and transmitting or receiving data.

Solid Red Unit is Connected to network but not transmitting or receiving data

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CHAPTER 2 DRIVER INSTALLATION

2.1 Windows Vista

1. Open Control panel window using the Start Menu.

2. On the Control Panel window, click on the Phone and Modem Options to open the Phone and Modem window.

3. On The Phone and Modem Options window, click on the Modem tab.