Avtex AMR985 User manual
avtex.co.uk
AMR985 MOBILE INTERNET SOLUTION
Use Manual
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Con en s
Antenna Installation.......................................................2
Installation Wa ning.......................................................5
AMR985 Basic Setup...................................................8
outer ..................................................................................................................................8
SMA T device...................................................................................................................11
Windows machine .............................................................................................................12
Connecting Avtex Television.............................................................................................13
Accessing Web-interface..................................................................................................14
SMA T Device View .........................................................................................................15
LTE / WiFi Toggle...............................................................................................................16
AM 985 Data Usage Control............................................................................................17
AM 985 e-boot / Factory eset ....................................................................................19
AMR985 Specification ................................................20
Mobile ................................................................................................................................20
Wireless .............................................................................................................................20
Power.................................................................................................................................20
Physical Specification.......................................................................................................21
Te ms and Conditions.................................................22
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This antenna does not require a ground plane in order to operate, so
may be fitted on a metal or plastic roof panel.
Step 1
When the antenna is to be co-located with other antennas or roof mounted
equipment, try to achieve a minimum of 30cm (12”) clearance around the antenna
in order to avoid de-tuning and interference issues. The antenna will fit on a panel
up to 9mm (0.35in) thick – an extender kit is supplied for thicker panels.
Step 2
Mask the panel area around the hole position to protect the paintwork and
headliner. Drill a pilot hole, and then either use a hole cutter of correct size or
increase the hole diameter to 19mm (or 25mm if using extension bolt),
ensuring that drill/cutter bit does not contact the internal headliner. Clean area
around the hole, carefully removing all swarf, debris and any grease.
An enna Ins alla ion
* 25mm if u ing exten ion bolt
Step 3
The adhesive pad provides a means to affix the antenna and to prevent
rotation during installation, it also augments the sealing function of the
antenna to the mounting panel provided by the sealing boot – it is
recommended that the installation is not carried out in temperatures of less
than 50° (10°C).
Step 4
Remove the protective backing from the underside of the antenna and feed
the coaxial cables through the panel. Position the antenna over the hole
ensuring correct secure location and stick the antenna to the panel by
applying firm downward pressure. The antenna can be fixed in any orientation.
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Step 5
If required an extension bolt is supplied which can be fixed over the existing
bolt enabling the antenna to be fitted with various panel depths.
Step 6
A slotted/split nut is provided in order to simplify fitting it over the coaxial
cables. When fitting the nut, it is important to ensure that the cables are
held centrally whilst the nut is correctly started on the threads. The nut should
fit freely by hand and only require a final tighten with a spanner. Assemble the
nut and washer from the underside and tighten to a recommended torque of
5Nm (3.6 ft/lbs). Ensure that the sealing boot is properly compressed.
Wherever possible we recommend you test the system before installation.
Avtex recommends installation to be carried out by a professional installer.
The antenna can be positioned in any orientation.
The antenna is designed for a permanent installation and under normal
circumstances once installed should not be removed.
If preferred some additional silicone can be applied around the base
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Routin and terminatin coaxial cable(s)
Connect the extension coaxial cables to the antenna and route the cables to
the radio equipment.
When routing the cables take care to avoid running them adjacent to
any existing vehicle wiring or fouling any moving vehicle components.
The c ables must not be routed in front of any airbag device. it the
correct coaxial connectors or adapters to the cables as required. If
extension cables are needed please contact your retailer.
Commission and test
Check the comms cables:
•Earth continuity: connector body to vehicle ground should measure <0.2Ω
(where applicable).
•or LTE elements connector body to centre pin should measure low
resistance (elements are DC grounded). Wi i elements should measure open
circuit using the same test.
•Carry out VSWR check – the VSWR on all feeds should meet the
specification in product data sheet.
•Connect the Cellular/LTE and Wi i cables (if applicable) or secure
unused pigtails.
F Safety Note – Ensure that the antenna is mounted in such a way that
no person is likely to be within a distance of 30cms (12”) from the
antenna during use. Ensure that the antenna is used only as supplied.
The co-axial cables should not be cut shorter or otherwise modified.
General Safety Note – Make sure that the product is mounted so
that it cannot fall and cause injury. Do not chew the product or put it
in your mouth. Do not leave children unsupervised with the product
or packaging.
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Ins alla ion Warning
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household
waste. All electronic products with the WEEE logo must be collected
and sent to approved operators for safe disposal or recycling.
Please recycle where facilities exist. Many electrical/electronic
equipment retailers facilitate “Distributor Take-Back scheme” for
household WEEE. Check with your Local Authority or electronic
retailers for designated collection facilities where WEEE can be
disposed of for free.
EACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals,
EC 1907/2006). This product contains Lead (CAS No. 7439-92-1) which is
classified as an SVHC (Substance of Very High Concern) as being toxic to
reproduction under Article 57c. of REACH. Do not chew part or put them in
mouth, keep away from un upervi ed children. Di po e of part a WEEE
wa te do not end to landfill.
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EU Declaration of Conformity (RED)
Object eference: L45GA
Object Description: Low Profile MiMo Antenna with active
GNSS Antenna
Manufacturer: Avtex, Calon Point, 1 ountain Lane,
Cardiff, C 3 0 E, UK
This declaration is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.
The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with the
relevant Union Harmonization Legislation below:
Directive 2014/53/EU – Radio Equipment Directive (RED)
Harmonised Standards and References:
EN 301 489-1 (V2.1.1): “Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum
Matters (ERM); Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio
equipment and services; Part 1: Common technical requirements”.
Referencing EN 61000-4-2:2009 – Electrostatic Discharge Immunity and EN
61000-4-3:2006 +A1:2008 +A2:2010– Radiated R Immunity
EN 300 440-1 V1.6.1 (2010-08) – Electromagnetic compatibility and radio
spectrum matters (ERM); short range devices; radio equipment to be used in
the 1GHz to 40GHz frequency range; Part 1: Technical characteristics and
Test methods in accordance with EN 300 440-2 V1.4.1 (2010-8) –
Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM); short range
devices; radio equipment to be used in the 1GHz to 40GHz frequency range.
Low Voltage Directive: Directive 2006/95/EC (Electrical Equipment
designed for use within certain voltage limits) of August 2007.
Compliance is declared according to:
EN62368-1: 2014 Audio/video, information and communication
technology equipment.
Safety requirements: RoHS 2 compliance is declared per Directive 2011/65/EU
and its subsequent amendments with exemption 6.c applied. This product
contains lead as an alloying element in a copper alloy containing up to 4%
lead by weight.
Avtex’s sole liability for incorrectly certifying a product shall be either
replacement of the product or, alternatively and in the sole discretion of Avtex,
return of the purchase price paid for the relevant Avtex Antenna product.
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AMR985 Basic Se up
Router
Step 1
After SIM card activation (see details enclosed) please follow below:
• Insert the SIM card into the SIM 1 holder.
• A standard size SIM mu t he used.
• Push the SIM 1*holder button with the SIM needle
• Pull out the SIM 1*holder
• Insert your SIM card into the SIM 1*holder and insert back into AMR985.
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* Please Note: Your AMR985 will function fully with only one SIM, but it
must be loaded into the SIM 1 slot.
If using 2 SIM cards installation same as above, but use SIM2.
Step 2
Attach the antennas as follows.
• Leads from the antenna:
–Cell A > Mobile main antenna connector
–Cell B > Mobile AUX antenna connector
• WI I Stick antennas > Wi i antenna connectors.
Please take care of centre pins when inserting into connectors
Step 3
There are 4 mounting holes on the rear of the AMR985 that can be used to fix
the unit inside the vehicle in the desired location. Please allow enough room
to facilitate all the antennas.
Step 4
Connect the power adapter to the socket on the front of the device. Then
plug the other end of the power adapter into a power outlet.
Please use the power cables supplied with the product.
Step 5
At power up of the AMR985 please always allow 2-3 minutes for the device
to fully boot up. See below the indicator lights on the device, both power and
signal lights need to illuminated to acquire service.
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Power LED Mobile Signal Statu
Step 6
The Wi i SSID is the network that will be visible when you search with
any compatible Wi i device, the Wi i password is the unique password
for your AMR985.
The SSID and password are written on both sides of the AMR985.
(We recommend keeping a confidential record of the password, SSID, IP
address, device serial number and password for your reference and logging
on extra devices in the future).
Please Note: Your AMR985 can have up 100 separate devices connected at
any time, but too many devices logged onto the router can slow down
performance and use extra data.
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Smart Device
To connect the AMR985 to any Smart device, iPhone, Android device, iPad
etc. Either using the standard Wi i setup in the device's settings menu or by
scanning either of the QR codes that can be seen on the AMR985.
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Step 2
Select join, your device will
automatically logon to the AMR_985
without the need for you to input
the device password. Your device
will now have internet connection
via the AMR985.
Step 1
Using the camera on your smart
device scan the QR code on the
AMR_985, select the message when
it appears on the screen select.
Windows Machine
Step 1
Perform a basic Wi- i scan on
Windows device.
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Step 2
Highlight Avtex AMR_985*** and
select to connect.
Step 3
Input the password from the front of
the AMR_985 and press Next.
Step 4
Confirmed connected as standard
network connection.
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Connecting Avtex Television
It is recommended wherever possible to use an ethernet cable to connect the
AMR985 to your television to fully optimise connectivity.
Below is connection method for wireless connection, both connection
methods are also included in your television's instruction manual.
Step 1
Perform a standard Base station
scan within the Network
configuration Option on your
Avtex Connected TV, look for
Avtex_AMR_**** highlight and
press OK.
Avtex_AMR_260E
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959-X1
STAR
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123
Base Station
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Step 2
Select Password and press OK.
551D AN VPN
Security WPA2
WEP Type Character 5
WEP Key 0
Password
Connection
Step 3
Input the password from the front
of the AMR_985 and press Return
(upper/lowercase sensitive), you
can use the numerical keys on
the remote control to direct
enter numbers.
Step 4
Wait for the “Success” message,
press OK on the remote control
and your Avtex Connected Series
television will now have network
connection.
Success
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Accessing Web-interface
Once your SIM card is setup the AMR985 is ready to go and as long as you
have sufficient network coverage your devices will be able to access the
internet. Wherever possible it is strongly advised to leave all options in the
factory default settings.
However, if you need to access any of the top level settings please see below.
To access the web settings you need to be logged onto the AMR as
previously mentioned and then in the browser enter the IP address of the
AMR, the IP address is 192.168.1.1. The password is 123456789 It is
possible to access this from any web browser on a connected PC/laptop,
tablet or smart phone.
You are then presented with a status overview page, where the user can see
LTE signal strength, number of devices logged on, a LTE/Wi I toggle switch,
channel selector and other status conditions. The IP address and password
will also be listed on the device.
LTE / Wi i Toggle Switch (see page 16)
Current Channel (drop list to change)
Number of devices active on AMR985
Carrier information
Device IP address
1
2
3
3
5
1
2
3
4
5
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SMART Device View
LTE / Wi i Toggle Switch (see page 16)
Current Channel (drop list to change)
Number of devices active on AMR985
Carrier information
Device IP address
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
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LTE / WiFi Toggle
It is strongly advised wherever possible to use a LTE (mobile connection) but
the AMR985 can also connect to a local Wi i to create a local access point.
To access this feature you will need to connect via the IP address as
previously described and activate the toggle switch(1) from LTE to Wi i. The
unit will scan for any available networks, please be aware this action can take
a few moments to action. When an available network is found you can select
Join Network where you will be presented with a password prompt.
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Select the wanted Wi i access point and input the password when prompted.
Please Note: Accessing any local Wi i
may have limited download speeds and
each device connected to the AMR will
affect the connection speed.
We advise confirming Wi i speed and
connectivity by directly connecting
using laptop or smart device and
confirm download speeds prior to
making any changes in the AMR
settings menu. You will need the
password of any Wi i access point
you are connecting to if protected.
The AMR will be connected to the Wi i
and your devices need to be connected
to the AMR using usual login procedure
as explained previously.
Whenever out of range of the Wi i
access point or you have moved
locations you will need to "toggle" back
to LTE for mobile connection or re-scan
for the new local Wi i access point.
Leaving in LTE mode the AMR will auto-
matically connect whenever a network
signal is available. The AMR can only
remember the last Wi i access point.
Please ensure “Connect automatically”
set to ‘On’ in PC Wi i set up for the
Toggle feature to work correctly.
AMR985 Data Usage Control
It is possible to limit the amount of data used by the AMR985, TheData
Connection Limit Configuration section is used to configure custom mobile data
limits for your SIM card(s). When the mobile data limit set for the SIM card(s) is
reached, the router will no longer use the mobile connection to establish a data
connection until the limit period is over or the limit is reset by the user.
Step 1
In the advanced setup menu (password 987654321),
select Network > Mobile > Mobile Data Limit.
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Step 2
Complete the various options to set as preferred and then press save.
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