Airlink101 Raven G3210 Operating instructions

How to use Airlink Raven CDMA/GPRS
Modems with Z-max ?
1 Introduction........................................................................................................................1
2 CDMA/GSM connection to a Z-max base.........................................................................2
2.1 Modem activation.......................................................................................................2
2.2 Modem configuration.................................................................................................2
2.2.1 Base side.............................................................................................................2
2.2.2 Rover side...........................................................................................................3
3 CDMA/GPRS connection to iCGRS..................................................................................4
3.1 Modem activation.......................................................................................................4
3.2 Modem installation for the rover................................................................................4
3.2.1 First step - configuration of the modem.............................................................4
3.2.2 Second step – configuration of Z-max...............................................................5
3.2.3 Third step – Using Z-max with Airlink modem.................................................6
3.2.4 Hang-up..............................................................................................................7
4 Reminder............................................................................................................................8
5 Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................9
1Introduction
This document provides all technical information required in order to connect CDMA or
GPRS Airlink modem to:
oa Z-max base
oan iCGRS base or any other GPS station that is streaming data on a socket (IP address
and port number)
This procedure is only valid for the following modems from Airlink:
•Raven GPRS modem G3210 or G3211
•Raven CDMA modem C3210
For the use of Airlink GSM or CDMA modem a special kit from Thales Navigation is
designed : Kit external Raven modem for Z-max (Ref:990572-01).This kit includes the
following items:
•A Serial cable (Ref:702078) to connect the serial port of Z-max to the modem
•A power cable (Ref: 702079) to power the modem from a battery
•A 11.1V / 6Ah Li-Ion battery (Ref:110284)
•A battery charger (Ref:110049)
•A Blue backpack RTK Z-max (Ref:205044)
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2CDMA/GSM connection to a Z-max base
2.1 Modem activation
The modem activation is a procedure that allow to the modem to be registered to the selected
wireless operator. This procedure has only to be done for the first use of the modem. This
procedure must be done for the rover and the base modems.
You should refer to the appendix 1, to activate the CDMA or GSM modem.
2.2 Modem configuration
The modem configuration is a procedure that allow to the modem to be configured in order to
initialize the modem for the base and to dial the base phone number for the rover. In the case
of a connection to a Z-max base, the connection will be based on Circuit Switched Data
connection, with invoice based on the duration of communication. Please refer to you local
wireless operator to know more about billing.
2.2.1 Base side
The Allegro terminal with FastSurvey shall be connected to Z-max either by Bluetooth
wireless link or serial cable to port A.
Port A
Serial cable
or
Bluetooth
In Fast Survey utility you will find, a terminal utility that allow sending command to Z-max.
Send the following commands to Z-max for initializing the base modem:
Commands to send with Allegro terminal connected to port B of Z-max:
Command to send to Z-max Response from Z-max Comments
$PASHS,SPD,A,9 $PASHR,ACK Set PortA in 115.2Kbps
$PASHS,DSY,A,B<CR><LF> $PASHR,ACK Set Z-max in transparent mode
$PASHS,DSY,B,A<CR><LF> $PASHR,ACK Set Z-max in transparent mode
AT\APASSTHRU<CR><LF> OK Wait 30 seconds before continue
ATS0=1<CR><LF> OK Set the number of ring before
connection
$PASHS,DSY,OFF<CR><LF> $PASHR,ACK Remove the transparent mode
Commands to send with Allegro terminal connected to Z-max through Bluetooth
Command to send to Z-max Response from Z-max Comments
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$PASHS,SPD,A,9 $PASHR,ACK Set PortA in 115.2Kbps
$PASHS,DSY,A,C<CR><LF> $PASHR,ACK Set Z-max in transparent mode
$PASHS,DSY,C,A<CR><LF> $PASHR,ACK Set Z-max in transparent mode
AT\APASSTHRU<CR><LF> OK Wait 30 seconds before continue
ATS0=1<CR><LF> OK Set the number of ring before
connection
$PASHS,DSY,OFF<CR><LF> $PASHR,ACK Remove the transparent mode
The CDMA/GSM modem base is initialized, and ready to be used by the rover.
2.2.2 Rover side
The Allegro terminal with FastSurvey shall be connected to Z-max either with Bluetooth
wireless link or serial cable to port A.
Port A
Serial cable
or
Bluetooth
In Fast Survey utility you will find, a terminal utility that allow sending command to Z-max.
2.2.2.1 Dialing to the base
Commands to send with Allegro terminal connected to port B of Z-max
Command to send to Z-max Response from Z-max Comments
$PASHS,SPD,A,9 $PASHR,ACK Set PortA in 115.2Kbps
$PASHS,DSY,A,B<CR><LF> $PASHR,ACK Set Z-max in transparent mode
$PASHS,DSY,B,A<CR><LF> $PASHR,ACK Set Z-max in transparent mode
AT\APASSTHRU<CR><LF> OK Wait 30 seconds before continue
ATD Base Phone Number OK Dial to the base phone number
$PASHS,DSY,OFF<CR><LF> $PASHR,ACK Remove the transparent mode
Commands to send with Allegro terminal connected to Z-max through Bluetooth
Command to send to Z-max Response from Z-max Comments
$PASHS,SPD,A,9 $PASHR,ACK Set PortA in 115.2Kbps
$PASHS,DSY,A,C<CR><LF> $PASHR,ACK Set Z-max in transparent mode
$PASHS,DSY,C,A<CR><LF> $PASHR,ACK Set Z-max in transparent mode
AT\APASSTHRU<CR><LF> OK Wait 30 seconds before continue
ATD Base Phone Number OK Dial to the base phone number
$PASHS,DSY,OFF<CR><LF> $PASHR,ACK Remove the transparent mode
After a few seconds the rover is connected to the base, and receive data from the base
2.2.2.2 Hang-up the rover
Just disconnect the Airlink modem from its power source.
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3CDMA/GPRS connection to iCGRS
3.1 Modem activation
The modem activation is a procedure that allow to the modem to be registered to the selected
wireless operator. This procedure has only to be done for the first use of the modem.
You should refer to the appendix 1, to activate the CDMA/GPRS modem.
3.2 Modem installation for the rover
Before using the Airlink modem, you need to configure the modem and Zmax, in order the
connection to iCGRS be automatic after power on of the modem. This configuration
procedure must only be done at the first use of the modem.
3.2.1 First step - configuration of the modem
What you need :
-A computer with a serial port
-A Airlink Raven modem (GPRS or CDMA) and its antenna
-A serial cable used for connecting the Raven modem to your computer
-A power source for supplying the modem (see the Li-Ion battery provided by Thales )
-The public IP address and port number of the iCGRS on which you want to be
connected, or any other server that is streaming data on a given socket.
-WirelessAce software on your computer ( You can download it at
http://www.airlink.com/support/modems/modem_utils.asp )
Execute the WirelessAce software, and select the connect button with PPP:COM1 if the
Airlink modem is connected on COM1 and enter 12345 for password (default value)
The following screen should appear:
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Once all parameters are displayed on the screen modify the following parameters:
-S53 Destination address -> Set the IP address of the iCGRS station ( Ask to the
iCGRS manager which IP address is given for the iCGRS)
-S53 Destination port -> Set the selected port of the iCGRS station ( Ask to the iCGRS
manager which port number is allocated to you)
-S53 Default Dial Code =T
-MD Startup Mode Default =4
-S211 DTR Mode = 1
-TCPS Connection timeout unit =0
-TCPT Connection timeout (minute) =1
Then click "write" for saving these parameters into the modem.
The modem is ready to use.
3.2.2 Second step – configuration of Z-max
What you need:
-A Field terminal like allegro (optional: a serial cable to connect the Allegro terminal to
Z-max) with FastSurvey
-A Z-max rover
-A Battery module or any other source power compatible with Z-max
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Serial cable
or
Bluetooth
Execute FastSurvey, and after initializing the connection with Z-max :
-Select the “Equip” tab.
-Select “Receiver utilities” button
-Select “Send command to receiver”
-Send the following command to the receiver followed by OK
Command to send to Z-max (*) Response from Z-max Comments
$PASHS,SPD,B,9 $PASHR,ACK Set PortB in 115.2Kbps
$PASHS,PRT,B,232 $PASHR,ACK Set port B in RS232 mode
$PASHS,NME,GGA,B,ON $PASHR,ACK Send GGA message to port B in order
to intiate the connection to iCGRS
$PASHS,SAV,Y $PASHR,ACK Save this configuration into Z-max
(*) You can also use a computer, with the appropriate cable connected to Z-max, and send
these command with Hyperterminal software utility from Windows suite.
3.2.3 Third step – Using Z-max with Airlink modem
What you need:
-A Z-max rover
-A Airlink Raven modem (GPRS or CDMA)
-A serial cable for connecting the Airlink /Raven modem to Z-max (Ref:702078)
-A cable for connecting the modem to the battery (Ref: 702079)
-A 11.1V 6Ah Li-Ion Battery (Ref:110284)
-All traditional accessories required for on the field work
The Allegro terminal with FastSurvey shall be connected to Z-max either by Bluetooth
wireless link or serial cable to port A.
Serial cable
or
Bluetooth
Port A
Port B
« Y » cable
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It is not necessary to send specific command to Z-max, or fast Survey: As soon as the Airlink
Raven modem is powered, an automatic connection procedure will occur to the iCGRS station
selected during the first step of configuration.
Z-max is ready to be used for RTK operation, with correction data on portB.
3.2.4 Hang-up
Just disconnect the Airlink modem from its power source.
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4Reminder
Port A or B provides serial link and power access to Z-max.
Port A Port B
RS-232 serial link:
•With hardware (RTS/CTS) flow
control software enabled/disabled
RS-232 / RS-422 serial link
•RS232 or 422 selection through
$PASHS command
•In case of RS422 no hardware flow
control
+12V DC power:
•Current shall be lower than 800mA
•Protected against short-circuit
+12V DC power
•Current shall be lower than 800mA
•Protected against short-circuit
Pinout:
1- +12V DC voltage
2- GND
3- CTSA
4- RTSA
5- RXDA
6- TXDA
7- 1 PPS OUT
Pinout:
1- +12V DC voltage
2- GND
3- CTSA/RX-
4- RTSA/TX+
5- RXDA/RX+
6-TXDA/TX-
7- EVENT
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5Troubleshooting
Symptoms Action
Z-max is not responding •Check the cable or the Bluetooth link
•Check if the baud rate match with
current baud rate in Z-max
No response after a dial to a Z-max base •Check the connection of the antenna
on the modem
•Check with a cell phone if the area is
covered by the operator
•Check the power and the configuration
of the base
•Check that Z-max is not busy (already
online)
No response after a dial to a iCGRS station •Check the connection of the antenna
on the modem
•Check with a cell phone if the area is
covered by the operator
•Check IP and port parameters of the
station
•Check the port is not busy (already
online)
Frequently disconnection to the base •Check the connection of the antenna
on the modem
No response after AT command •Check baud rate of port A
(115.2Kbps)
•Check the +12V power of the modem.
In any case the voltage shall be
between 10 and 28V
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Appendix 1
Activation of CDMA and GPRS Raven modem
From Airlink
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How to activate CDMA and GPRS Airlink Raven Modem ?
CDMA Raven modem for Verizon operator :
1) Before activate the modem you need the following items:
- 1 PC with XP or Win2K Operating System
- 1 CDMA Raven modem for Verizon C3210, its antenna and a source of power
- 1 Serial cable to connect the modem to your PC
- 1 software from Airlink Setup wizard for Verizon that can be downloaded at the Airlink Web site
(http://www.airlink.com/support/modems/modem_utils.asp).The file to download is "SetupWizard1.zip"
for Verizon operator . If you do not have .NET installed on your PC you will have to download the
"SetupWizard2.zip" instead.
- The Phone number provided by the operator. For this, the operator will require the ESN number
given on the label of the modem.
2) To activate the modem follow this procedure:
- Connect the modem to the PC through the serial cable
- Connect the antenna and the power to the modem
- Install the downloaded Setup Wizard software on the PC by using unzip utility
- Execute the Setup Wizard software in the Windows Start Program menu, unselect "Setup a DUN
connection" and then select Next
- Select the serial port on which the modem is connected and then Next
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- Check the ESN number of the modem and then Next
- Skip this step by selecting Next
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- Input the MSL code ( for Verizon it should be 000000) and then Next
- Input the Phone number given by the operator in the MDN field and then next
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- Except if the provider give you the SID and NID parameters skip this section by next
- Except if the provider give you different values for NAI and Password parameters skip this section
with next
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- Select Automatic B option and the Next
- Push the test button
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- Check if the Firmware version is up to date and then Next
- Select the public internet option and then next
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- Check if the PRL list is up to date , if not select update button, else next
- Check that everything is OK ( you will probably have to wait few minutes) and then next
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- Congratulations, your CDMA modem is activated then select finish.
GPRS Raven modem for all operators :
1) Before activating the modem you need the following items:
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- 1 PC with XP or Win2K Operating System
- 1 GPRS Raven modem for G3210, its antenna and a source of power
- 1 Serial cable to connect the modem to your PC
- 1 software from Airlink Wireless Ace 3G that can be at the Airlink Web site
(http://www.airlink.com/support/modems/modem_utils.asp). If you do not have .NET installed on your
PC refer to the following address http://www.airlink.com/support/dotnet.asp.
- The APN (Access Point Name),the password and the username. These parameters are given by
your operator when you subscribe to GPRS. If one of this parameters is missing, you will not be able
to register your GPRS modem.
2) To activate the modem follow this procedure:
- Connect the modem to the PC through the serial cable
- Connect the antenna and the power to the modem
- Install the downloaded Wireless Ace 3G software on the PC by using unzip utility
- Execute the Wireless Ace 3G software in the Windows Start Program menu and select the Connect
button
- Select PPP connection and the serial port on which the GPRS modem is connected. Fill the
password with the default value (12345), and then OK
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- On the left of the screen select Misc, and fill the following field :
*NETUID with the user name provided by the operator
*NETPW with the password provided by the oprator
! Be careful, respect the case !
then select at the left the GPRS parameter list
- Fill the field + CGDCONT, in the following form " 1,IP, APN given by the operator". ! Be careful
respect the case ! and then click on the write button to record these paremeters in the modem.
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