Cutting Edge GL2100 User manual

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User Manual
GL2100
Communication Conduit
Document # GL10U
Cutting Edge Industrial Design
2502 Laurentian Place, Prince George, BC V2N 1Z3
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

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www.ceid.ca
Document Revision History
Rev. Level
Date
Description
IR
Jan, 2010
Initial Release
1.1
Aug, 2010
Update to GL2100
Reference Documents
Document #
Description
Service Bulletin List
Service
Bulletin #
Subject
Manual
Revision
Revision
Date
Table of Illustrations
Section #
Description
Page #
PROPRIETARY INFORMATION NOTICE: Despite any other copyright notice, this document and
information disclosed herein contains confidential, proprietary designs owned by Cutting Edge Industrial
Design Ltd. Neither this document nor the data contained herein shall be reproduced, used or disclosed
to anyone without the written authorization of Cutting Edge Industrial Design Ltd.

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Table of Contents
Section
Description
Page
1.0
General Information
1.1
Introduction
1.2
Purpose of Equipment
1.3
Optional Equipment
2.0
Application
2.1
Introduction
2.2
Block Diagram
2.3
Typical Application
3.0
Hardware
3.1
GL2100 Description
3.2
Pinout
3.3
Antenna
3.4
Cautions & Warnings
3.5
FCC Information
3.6
Electrical Characteristics
3.7
Mating Connector Information
3.8
Post-Installation Test
3.9
3.10
4.0
Troubleshooting
4.1
Introduction
4.2
General Troubleshooting Procedures
4.3
Troubleshooting Chart
5.0
Specifications
6.0
Reference Drawings

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GL2100
Communication Conduit
1.0 General Information
1.1 Introduction
This manual contains information on the correct use of the Cutting Edge Industrial Design
Ltd. GL2100. Also included are the physical and electrical characteristics of the unit.
1.2 Purpose of the Equipment
1.2.1 Cutting Edge Industrial Design ‘s GL2100 is a communication conduit designed
to minimize effort to send data from the field to your computer.
1.2.2 Simple design allows for versatile connections options. The GL2100 has a
variety of daughter cards that allow various sensors to be connected to the unit.
1.3 Optional Equipment
1.3.1 CEID offers a comprehensive family of plug in modules. These modules provide
convenient solutions for a variety of frequently encountered interfacing needs
or special requirements and are an important part of CEID’s “building block”
system for configuring for data communications.
2.0 Application
2.1 Introduction
The GL2100 is a complete communication solution using the Globalstar network. Data is
received from a field device and is processed by a daughter card attached to the unit. The
main board handles all associated communication tasks. The data is then sent through the
Globalstar network to CEID’s database where the data is pushed to the client’s location.
The GL2100 consists of two distinct parts, hardware and database. The hardware is the
device mounted in the field while the database resides on a CEID server.

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2.2 Block Diagram
Figure 1.
Block Diagram
2.3 Typical Application
2.3.1 Careful consideration must be paid to the location of the GL2100 in respect to
antenna placement. The antenna must be in full view of the sky to work
correctly.

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3.0 Hardware
3.1 GL2100 device
The GL2100 is a simple module to use. Install the unit as per directed in the installation
manual. Ensure the antenna has a clear view of the open sky.
External inputs are through the front the device
3.1.1 Pin 1 is the input power for the device must be between 4-32VDC and capable
of supplying 1.5A.
3.1.2 The first LED is to verify that it has passed the self diagnostics and power is
applied to the board. The LED will turn green after a few seconds if the unit
passes the self diagnostics.

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3.1.3 The second LED is lit when there is a pending transmission.
3.1.4 The external serial port is where the device receives its data. This port requires
a RS232 signal.
3.2 Pin out Assignment and Description
Pin #
Board
Colour
1
Pos 4-32VDC
Red
2
Neg
Black
3
Serial Rx
Yellow
4
PG2
Orange
5
Serial Tx
White
6
PG3
Blue
7
Output
Green
8
PG1
Purple
3.3 The Globalstar antenna is attached by the SMA connector located at the front of the unit.
3.3.1 Ensure the antenna has a clear view of the sky.
3.4 Cautions and Warnings
3.4.1 It is important to ensure that the correct polarity is observed when powering up
the GL2100. Ensure that all power and grounds are applied only where
specified. Damage to the unit may result if power or ground is applied to the
wrong junction.
3.4.2 DO NOT remove factory installed screws. Damage to the units may result and
void any warranties.
3.4.3 DO NOT install near heat sources such as direct sunlight, warm air exhausts, or
heaters
3.4.4 NO scheduled maintenance is required to ensure continued functionality.
3.4.5 ESD (Electro Static Discharge) guidelines shall be followed.

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3.5 FCC Information to Users
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one of the following measures;
-Reorient or relocate the receiver antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experience radio /TV technician for help
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter
Some equipment in hospitals and aircraft are not shielded from radio frequency energy. Do
not use the device onboard aircraft, or in hospitals, without first obtaining permission.
Do not use near pacemakers. The GL-1000 may affect the operation of some medically
implanted devices such as pacemakers, causing them to malfunction. Avoid placing your GL-
100 next to such devices. Keep a minimum distance of 20 cm between the medical device
and the GL-2100 to reduce the risk of interference. If you have any reason to suspect that
interference is taking place, turn off the GL-2100 and contact your medical specialist for
assistance.
Emissions Information For Canada
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.

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3.6 Electrical Characteristics
3.6.1 Electrical Specifications:
Electrical Supply
4-32VDC at 1.5A
3.6.2 Overview of all Electrical connections
The GL2100 utilizes (1) 8-pin connector. The signals interfaced through this
connector are power, RS232 and (4) I/O.
3.7 Mating Connector Information
All wiring harnesses to the unit shall be supplied and fabricated by the installing agency.
Part
Mating Connector
Female 8 Position
Amphenol - C091 31G008 100 2
Plug 8 Position
Amphenol - C091 31H008 100 2
3.8 Post-Installation Test
Once the GL2100 is properly installed, connect the satellite antenna with a clear view of the
sky and power the unit up. Verify that first LED (Green) lights up. This led proves the unit is
working correctly.

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4.0 Installation Software
4.1 GL2100 Command Interface
Parameter setting for the device is done through the Command Interface.
The display is broken into 4 parts.
Com port setup.
Parameter settings
Parameter read /
parameter reset

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Dialogue box
4.2 Com Port setup
Before setting parameters on the device you must open a connection to the device.
Select the appropriate Com Port and select Open. The dialogue box will respond
with if successful. (Depending on available Com ports)
To end a session with the device click the close port and the dialogue box will
respond with (Depending on available Com ports)

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4.3 Parameter Set
4.3.1 Set GPS Manually (if no GPS is present)
The next step required to set up the device is to manually set the GPS
coordinates. Select the Set GPS Manually tab and enter the coordinates where
the device is to be installed. The correct coordinates need to be entered for
where the device will be installed. This is required because the device must
switch to channel C if close to a Radio Telemetry site.
Enter the desired coordinates and click the Set button.
The dialogue box will respond with
4.3.2 Modem / TX Setting
You can now set transmission parameters on the GL2100.
The recommended settings are:
Setting
Recommended
RF Channel
Not changeable. Dependent on GPS Coords
Number of Tries
2
Minimum Interval Between Transmission
5 (mins)
Maximum Interval Between Transmission
10 (mins)
Click the Set button when complete. The dialogue box will respond with

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4.3.3 Single Message
To create a message to send click on the Single Message tab. You can enter the
message manually or choose a random message. We will use a random
generation for this example.
Click the Random button followed by the Set button
The dialogue box will respond with
4.3.4 TX Operation Mode
To send the created message from step 4.3.3 click on the TX Operation Mode
tab. From the dropdown menu select Single STU Message
Click the Set button. The dialogue box will respond with
The 1800(sec) is the start of the timer countdown to prevent a message being
sent within a 30 minute period.
4.4 Print Commands
4.4.1 Modem
Clicking on the Modem button will display the current parameters of the
device.

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4.4.2 TX Setting
Clicking on the TX Setting button will display information about the Tx
Configuration.
4.4.3 TX Mode
There are three modes that the GL2100 will be in.
Clicking on the TX Mode will display which of the three modes are active.
Idle mode. No active transmission.
Single STU. Transmission of 9 Byte packet.
GPS. Transmission of GPS coordinates.
4.4.4 TX Buff
Clicking on the TX Buff will display the contents of the buffer.
There will be two possible states. No data in the buffer or data in the buffer.
No data in buffer.
Data in buffer.
4.4.5 RAS
Clicking on the RAS button will list all of the Radio Telemetry sites and the
distance from your GPS coordinates to that site.

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4.4.6 Location
Clicking on the Location button will display the current GPS coordinates if
a GPS available
4.4.7 Timers
Clicking on the Timers button will show how much time before the next
transmission is allowed and when the time will be saved to Eeprom.
4.4.8 EEPROM CLEAR / RESET CPU
To reset the parameters or to reset the CPU, click on the EEPROM CLEAR tab
and click set.
The device will then clear all parameters from memory and restart the unit. The
dialogue box will respond with the initialize screen. (Partial screen shown)
4.4.9 Clear Pending Data
To clear pending transmission data from the GL2100 go to the Clear Pending
Data tab and click the button.
The dialogue box will respond with
4.4.10 Reset Timer to Transmit
To reset the minimum time between transmission on the GL2100 go to the
Reset Timer to Transmit tab and click the button.
The dialogue box will respond with

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5.0 GPS Tab
There are several modes for receiving GPS data from the GL2100.
5.1 No message.
Clicking this button will disable streaming of NMEA Messages
5.2 GPGAA (Updates)
5.3 GPGSA (Updates)
5.4 GPGSV (Updates)
5.5 GPRMC
5.6 GPVTG
Screen shot of GPVTG
5.7 All
This will continuously update all the NMEA messages available to the GL2100.
5.8 GPGAA (Asynchronous Mode)
Clicking this button will verify valid GPS data and update the current position in the settings.

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6.0 Database
6.1 Location
The database is located at http://174.143.146.92/app/Application.html A username /
password are required to log in. The username and password is globalstar
6.2 STU Messages
The STU Messages tab contains the payload data sent from the device
The units Electronic Serial Number, Payload and Time Stamp are all recorded in the
database
6.3 STU Message Log
The STU Message Log contains the Globalstar Message ID and if the message was successful
6.4 Provisioning Message
The Provisioning Message tab is the message sent from Globalstar when the device is
registered.
6.5 Provisioning Message Log
The Provisioning Message Log tab allows xxx

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7.0 Unit Specifications
Physical Specifications
Housing
Dimensions (l x w x h)
4.543" L x 3.559" W x 2.181" H (115.39mm x 90.40mm x 55.40mm)