FALCOM SAMBA3G-E User manual

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AMBA3G-E
H DPA/UMT and G M/GPR /EDGE
U B Modem
User’s Manual
Version: 1.0.1; Last Modified: Friday 11 December 2009

AMBA3G-E U ER’ GUIDE VER ION 1.0.1
Table of contents
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................5
1.1 GENERAL..........................................................................................................................5
1.2 SCOPE OF DELIVERY............................................................................................................6
1.3 USED ABBREVIATIONS...........................................................................................................7
1.4 RELATED DOCUMENTS..........................................................................................................8
2 SECURITY.................................................................................9
2.1 GENERAL INFORMATION.........................................................................................................9
2.2 EXPOSURE TO RF ENERGY...................................................................................................9
2.3 DRIVING............................................................................................................................9
2.4 ELECTRONIC DEVICES...........................................................................................................9
2.5 VE ICLE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT..........................................................................................10
2.6 MEDICAL ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT..........................................................................................10
2.7 AIRCRAFT........................................................................................................................10
2.8 C ILDREN.......................................................................................................................10
2.9 BLASTING AREAS...............................................................................................................10
2.10 POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSP ERES................................................................................10
2.11 NON-IONIZING RADIATION...................................................................................................11
3 SAFETY STANDARDS...........................................................12
4 TECHNICAL DATA.................................................................13
4.1 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS OF SAMBA3G.............................................................................13
5 INTERFACES IN OVERVIEW.................................................16
5.1 4PIN AUDIO JACK...............................................................................................................16
5.2 4PIN USB TYPE A CONNECTOR...........................................................................................17
5.3 STATUS LED..................................................................................................................18
5.4 SIM-CARD READER.........................................................................................................18
6 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS....................................................19
6.1 ARDWARE & SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS................................................................................19
6.2 GETTING STARTED WIT SAMBA3G-E................................................................................19
6.2.1 Setting up your Modem in Windows® XP............................................................19
7 APPENDIX...............................................................................23
7.1 ACCESSORY EADSET FOR SAMBA.....................................................................................23
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Version history:
This table provides a summary of the document revisions.
Version Author Changes Modified
1.0.1 F. Beqiri - The SAMBA 3G modem is designed for industrial M2M a lications.
- U dated cha ter "Sco e of delivery"
- Re laced Fig.8a, Fig.8b and Fig.8c by Fig. 8.
- Added CAUTION.
11/12/2009
1.0.0 F. Beqiri - Initial version 24/10/2008
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Cautions
Information furnished herein by FALCOM is believed to be accurate and reliable.
However no responsibility is assumed for its use. Please read carefully the safety
precautions.
If you have any technical questions regarding this document or the product described
in it please contact your vendor.
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Copyright
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rights reserved. No part of this documentation may be produced in any form without
the prior written permission of FALCOM WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS mbH.
FALCOM WIRELE COMMUNICATION GmbH.
No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained
herein.
Note
Specifications and information given in this document are subject to change by
FALCOM without notice.
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1 INTRODUCTION
This manual is focussed on the GSM/GPRS/EDGE/UMTS data solutions of the enhanced
performance SAMBA3G-E USB modem from FALCOM Wireless Communications GmbH.
1.1 General
The AMBA3G-E portable U B modem is a 3.5G wireless data modem, compact, light-
weight that features a single-band 2100MHz UMTS/HSDPA radio for data connectivity.
The AMBA3G-E is fully backward compatible to existing EDGE and GSM/GPRS networks
and maintains the same form-factor of the well-known AMBA55-56/ AMBA75 modems.
The major benefit over earlier AMBA55-56/ AMBA75 is that it supports H DPA/UMT
(Universal Mobile Telecommunications System).
This modem is especially designed for industrial M2M (Machine to Machine)
applications.
AMBA3G-E allows to send and receive data, including digital images, web pages and
photographs, with a transfer rate up to 7.2 Mbits. Additional features are also voice and
M . It can be easily controlled by using AT commands for all kinds of operations. The
AMBA3G-E is designed for use on single-band WCDMA/HSDPA 2100 network and
GSM/GPRS/EDGE 900MHz and 1800MHz networks. With its pocket-sized construction it is
able to provide up to 7.2 Mbits Internet access by using WCDMA/H DPA 2100. It
constitutes a self contained, fully integrated implementation of the G M/GPR /EDGE
and H DPA/UMT functionalities. The AMBA3G-E provides an integrated IM card
reader and an internal G M antenna to simplify the setup and use. The physical
interface to the modem application is made through an embedded U B connector
which simplifies setup and operation of the modem. It allows connection to a U B host
port using the U B Docking station. The modem has an integrated LED indicator that will
show the complete modem status.
About PRS
eneral Packet Radio Service (GPRS) is a high-speed data-only service that is an add-on
to the GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) cellular network - a type of
network used to provide cellular phone service. The SAMBA3G-E Modem provides reliable
data connections to GPRS 900 MHz (GSM) GPRS 900 (GSM) and 1800 MHz (DCS)
networks. When in regions where GPRS is not available user can still establish 14.4 kbps
GSM data connections.
About ED E
Enhanced Data rates for SM Evolution (EDGE) is a third-generation (3G) high-speed
mobile data and Internet access technology with downlink up to 236.8 kbps and uplink
up to 118 kbps. The average rates are fast enough to support a wide range of advanced
data services including streaming audio and video fast Internet access and large file
downloads.
About UMTS
Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS) is one of the third-generation (3G)
high-speed mobile data and Internet access technology with theoretical peak rates of
473 kbps and average throughput of 110-130 kbps. The average rates are fast enough to
support a wide range of advanced data services including streaming audio and video
fast Internet access and large file downloads.
About HSDPA
High-Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) is a 3G (third generation) mobile telephony
communications protocol in the High-Speed Packet Access (HSPA) family which allows
networks based on Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS) to have higher
data transfer speeds and capacity. Current HSDPA on SAMBA3G-E supports down-link
speed of up to 7.2 Mbits/s and up-link speed of up to 384 kbps.
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1.2 Scope of delivery
Check the contents of the ordering item. The following listed parts of chosen item
should be included. In case of damaged or missing any part please contact your
dealer immediately.
SAM A3G-E SAM A-US -KIT
KA18 (Y-Cable) KA19
Ordering Description Quantity
SAMBA3G-E-SET SAMBA3G-E modem incl. USB driver 1
USB-KIT*USB-Docking station with cable extension (in red color or blue color) and USB tilt
connector.
-
KA18*Enables additional current draw from the two USB orts that can be required when
EDGE data transfer is in rogress only.
-
KA19*USB extention cable -
* Not parts of the SAMBA3G-E delivery pack. Available upon request.
Table 1: Ordering items
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1.3 Used abbreviations
Abbreviation Description
ETSI Euro ean Telecommunications Standards Institute
GSM Global System for Mobile communications
IMEI International Mobile station Equi ment Identity
ME Mobile Equi ment
EDGE Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution
GPRS General Packet Radio Service
GMSK Gaussian Minimum Shift Keying
PLMN Public Land Mobile Network
PIN Personal Identification Number
PUK Personal Unblocking Key
RP Receive Protocol
SIM Subscriber Identity Module
SMS Short Message Service
SMS/PP Short Message Service/Point-to-Point
TA Terminal Ada ter
TE Terminal Equi ment
TP Transmit Protocol
MS Mobile Station
USB Universal Serial Bus
PTM Point To Multi oint
NOM Network O eration Mode
PPP Point to Point Protocol
PSK Phase Shift Keying
CSD Circuit Switched Data
APN Access Point Naming
IP Internet Protocol
PDP Packet Data Protocol
RF Radio Frequency
UMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunications System
HSDPA High-S eed Downlink Packet Access
Table 2: Used abbreviations
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1.4 Related documents
1. Telit_AT_Commands_Reference_Guide_UC864.pdf
2. Telit_Easy_GPRS_User__Guide_r4.pdf
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2 SECURITY
IMPORTANT FOR THE EFFICIENT AND AFE OPERATION OF YOUR G M-MODEM, READ THI
INFORMATION BEFORE U E!
Your cellular engine AMBA3G-E is one of the most exciting and innovative electronic
products ever developed. With it you can stay in contact with your office, your home,
emergency services and others, wherever service is provided.
This chapter contains important information for the safe and reliable use of the
AMBA3G-E modem. Please read this chapter carefully before starting to use the
cellular engine AMBA3G.
2.1 General information
Your AMBA3G-E device utilizes the G M standard for cellular technology. G M is a
newer radio frequency („RF“) technology than the current FM technology that has
been used for radio communications for decades. The G M standard has been
established for use in the European community and elsewhere. Your AMBA3G-E is
actually a low power radio transmitter and receiver. It sends out and receives radio
frequency energy. When you use your modem, the cellular system handling your calls
controls both the radio frequency and the power level of your cellular modem.
2.2 Exposure to RF ener y
There has been some public concern about possible health effects of using a G M
modem. Although research on health effects from RF energy has focused for many
years on the current RF technology, scientists have begun research regarding newer
radio technologies, such as G M. After existing research had been reviewed, and after
compliance to all applicable safety standards had been tested, it has been concluded
that the product is fit for use.
If you are concerned about exposure to RF energy there are things you can do to
minimize exposure. Obviously, limiting the duration of your calls will reduce your
exposure to RF energy. In addition, you can reduce RF exposure by operating your
cellular modem efficiently by following the guidelines below.
2.3 Drivin
Check the laws and regulations on the use of cellular devices in the area where you
drive. Always obey them. Also, when using your modem while driving, please pay full
attention to driving, pull off the road and park before making or answering a data call if
driving conditions so require. When applications are prepared for mobile use they
should fulfil road-safety instructions of the current law!
2.4 Electronic devices
Most electronic equipment, for example in hospitals and motor vehicles is shielded from
RF energy. However, RF energy may affect some malfunctioning or improperly shielded
electronic equipment.
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2.5 Vehicle electronic equipment
Check your vehicle manufacturer’s representative to determine if any on board
electronic equipment is adequately shielded from RF energy.
2.6 Medical electronic equipment
Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices (such as pacemakers,
hearing aids, etc.) to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF
energy.
Turn your AMBA3G-E device OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted
in the area instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using RF
monitoring equipment.
2.7 Aircraft
Turn your AMBA3G-E OFF before boarding any aircraft. Use it on the ground only with
crew permission. Do not use it in the air.
To prevent possible interference with aircraft systems, Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) regulations require you to have permission from a crew member to use your
modem while the plane is on the ground. To prevent interference with cellular systems,
local RF regulations prohibit using your modem whilst airborne.
2.8 Children
Do not allow children to play with your AMBA3G-E device. It is not a toy. Children
could hurt themselves or others (by poking themselves or others in the eye with the
antenna, for example). Children could damage the modem or make calls that
increase your modem bills.
2.9 Blastin areas
To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your unit OFF when in a “blasting
area” or in areas posted: "turn off two-way radio". Construction crew often uses remote
control RF devices to set off explosives.
2.10 Potentially explosive atmospheres
Turn your AMBA3G-E device OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere. It is rare, but your modems or their accessories could generate sparks.
parks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even
death.
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly
marked. They include fuelling areas such as petrol stations; below decks on boats; fuel
or chemical transfer or storage facilities; and areas where the air contains chemicals or
particles, such as grain, dust or metal powders.
Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid or explosives, in the compartment of
your vehicle, which contains your modem or accessories.
Before using your modem in a vehicle powered by liquefied petroleum gas (such as
propane or butane) ensure that the vehicle complies with the relevant fire and safety
regulations of the country in which the vehicle is to be used.
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