Airlink101 Raven User manual

Airlink
Communications
Raven and PinPoint
CDMA
User Guide
Version 1.12
AirLink Communications, Inc.
March 24, 2004

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Preface
Important Notice
Because of the nature of wireless communications, transmission and reception of
data can never be guaranteed. Data may be delayed, corrupted (i.e., have errors) or
devices such as the Air Link Communications modem are used in a normal manner
with a well-constructed network, the AirLink modem should not be used in situations
where failure to transmit or receive data could result in damage of any kind to the
property. AirLink Communications, Inc., accepts no responsibility for damages of any
kind resulting from delays or errors in data transmitted or received using the
AirLink Communications modem, or for failure of the AirLink Communications
Safety and Hazards
Do not operate the AirLink Communications modem in areas where blasting is in
progress, where explosive atmospheres may be present, near medical equipment,
near life support equipment, or any equipment which may be susceptible to any form
of radio interference. In such areas, the AirLink Communications modem MUST BE
POWERED OFF. The AirLink Communications modem can transmit signals that
could interfere with this equipment. Do not operate the AirLink Communications
modem in any aircraft, whether the aircraft is on the ground or in flight. In aircraft,
the AirLink Communications modem MUST BE POWERED OFF. When operating,
the AirLink Communications modem can transmit signals that could interfere with
various onboard systems. The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate the
AirLink Communications modem while in control of a vehicle. Doing so will detract
from the driver or operator's control and operation of that vehicle. In some states and
provinces, operating such communications devices while in control of a vehicle is an
offence.
Limitation of Liability
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not
COMMUNICATIONS, INC. SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOE ANY
AND ALL DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, GENERAL, INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUE OR ANTICIPATED
PROFITS OR REVENUE ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE
ANY AIRLINK COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PRODUCT, EVEN IF AIRLINK
COMMUNICATIONS, INC. HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF
SUCH DAMAGES OR THEY ARE FORESEEABLE OR FOR CLAIMS BY ANY
THIRD PARTY.

Raven and PinPoint CDMA User Guide
Table of Contents
1 Introduction.1
1.1 CDMA2000 IX.1
1.2 Raven Product Overview.2
1.3 PinPoint Product Overview.2
2 Network Connection.3
2.1 Internet (TCP/IP) Connections via lxRTT.3
2.2 Data Connections.3
3 Modem Configuration.5
3.1 Local Configuration.5
3.2 Modem Activation.7
3.3 Remote Configuration.9
4 Windows Dial-Up Networking Setup.12
4.1 Add Windows Modem Driver.12
4.1.1 Setup Modem 12
4.1.2 Add Modem Driver 12
4.2 Windows Dial-Up Networking (PPP) Configuration.15
4.3 Making a lxRTT Data Connection.23
5 Dynamic IP Addresses.25
5.1 TPManagor and Dynamic DNS Updates.26
5.2 Using Names in the Modem, Domain Name Resolving.26
fi Serial Communication Modes.28
6.1 AT Mode.29
6.2 PPP Mode.
6.3 PassThru Mode.
6.4 UDP PAD Mode.
6.4.1 UDP Auto Answer
6.4.2 Reliable UDP
6.4.3 Multicast UDP [Raven Only Fe
6.5 TCP PAD Mode.
6.6 TCP Auto Answer.
6.7 Hybrid Modes.
6.8 SLIP Mode.
6.9 Modbus/BSAP Configuration
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.34 6.10 Configuring the Polling Host Application Raven.
Configuring the Remote Ravens
7 PinPoint Notes.
7.1 Low-power Mode.
7.1.1 Effect on Modem State
7.2 Real-Time Clock Sync.
7.3 Different Local and Remote Report types.
7.4 RAP Poll Command.
7.5 TAIP Emulation.
7.6 NMEA Reports.
8 PinPoint Specific AT Commands.
9 Using AT Commands.
9.1 CDMA Specific AT Commands .
9.2 Raven and PinPoint AT Command Reference.
10 Raven Installation.
Mounting the Raven.
10.1.1 Connecting the antenna
10.1.2 Connecting the serial cable
10.1.3 Grounding the Raven Case
10.1.4 Connecting the power cable
11 PinPoint Vehicle Installation.
11.1 Overview.
11.2 Mounting the PinPoint.
11.3 Installing the Antennas.
12 Raven CDMA Technical Specifications.
12.1 Quick Look.
12.2 Physical Characteristics.
12.3 Power Specifications.
12.4 Environmental.
12.5 Status LED Display.
12.6 RF Features.
12.7 Application Interface Features.
12.8 CDMA and Cellular Standards.
13 PinPoint CDMA Technical Specifications ..
13.1 Physical Characteristics:.
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13.2 Power Specifications:.66
13.3 Environmental:.66
13.4 Status LED Display:.67
13.5 RF Features: .67
13.6 Application Interface Features:.67
13.7 CDMA and Cellular Standards:.68
13.8 GPS Module.68

Raven and PinPoint CDMA
User Guide
WARNING
separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-
and must not have a gain exceeding 2 dBi.
1 Introduction
This manual covers information for first-time setup and configuration of your
AirLink CDMA modems, as well as technical details on this modem. The modem may
be remotely configured. The AirLink modems are also capable of having their
firmware upgraded wirelessly, rendering it unnecessary to physically connect to the
modem to upgrade it.
The AirLink CDMA modem is designed to operate in CDMA networks. Two services
are available in the CDMA networks: lxRTT, a packet switched connection, and IS-
95B, a circuit switched connection. The Raven CDMA can be provisioned to transmit
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