Maestro 100 CDMA User manual

MAESTRO 100 CDMA
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Revision history
Rev. Date Details Originated by
0.1 26 January 2011 First release Frank Tang
0.2 16 March 2012 Added details on the activation process Pierre-Emmanuel Surga
0.3 17 April 2012 Activation process for Aeris, editing Pierre-Emmanuel Surga
0.4 22 May 2012 Edit activation process for Verizon, add TCP
testing section Samuel Chereau
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Contents
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Safety precautions
General precautions
–The modem generates radio frequency (RF) power. When using the modem care must be taken on
safety issues related to RF interference as well as regulations of RF equipment.
–Do not use your phone in aircraft, hospitals, petrol stations or in places where using GSM or CDMA
products is prohibited.
–Be sure that the modem will not be interfering with nearby equipment. For example: pacemakers or
medical equipment. The antenna of the modem should be away from computers, office equipment,
home appliance, etc.
–An external antenna must be connected to the modem for proper operation. Only used approved
antennas with the modem. Please contact authorized dealer on finding an approved antenna.
–Always keep the antenna with minimum safety distance of 26.6cm or more from human body. Do
not put the antenna inside metallic box, containers, etc.
Using the modem in vehicle
–Check for any regulation or law authorizing the use of GSM/CDMA in vehicle in your country before
installing the modem
–Install the modem by qualified personnel. Consult your vehicle dealer for any possible interference
of electronic parts by the modem.
–The modem should be connected to the vehicle’s supply system by using a fuse-protected terminal
in the vehicle’s fuse box
–Be careful when the modem is powered by the vehicle’s main battery. The battery may be drained
after extended period.
Protecting your modem
To ensure error-free usage, please install and operate your modem with care. Do remember the following:
–Do not expose the modem to extreme conditions such as high humidity/rain, high temperatures,
direct sunlight, caustic/harsh chemicals, dust, or water.
–Do not try to disassemble or modify the modem. There is no user serviceable part inside and the
warranty would be void.
–Do not drop, hit or shake the modem. Do not use the modem under extreme vibrating condition.
–Do not pull the antenna or power supply cable. Please attach or detach by holding the connector.
–Connect the modem only according to the instruction manual. Failure to do it will void the warranty
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Maestro 100 CDMA is a AT command-driven modem built-in a Sierra Wireless Q26 Elite CDMA engine.
Different versions of the modem are available:
–For SPRINT network: M100CDMA-S
–For VERIZON network: M100CDMA-V
–For AERIS network: M100CDMA-A
–Generic version (Provisioning for Carrier Requirement).
The modem is based on CDMA 2000 / 1XRTT dual band technology. Depending on the service sub-
scribed, Maestro 100 CDMA supports async data, circuit switch data and packet data. Data rates are up
to 153Kbps.
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Chapter 2
Equipments Description
2.1 Package
The M100CDMA package includes the following:
–M100CDMA modem x 1
–Power cord with fuse x 1
2.2 Reference documents
The M100 CDMA use a Sierra Wireless Q26 Elite module, so please refer to the Sierra Wireless User
Manual and Applications Notes list below for further details, on:
–How to use the CDMA specific AT command: AirPrime Q26 Elite Software User Guide and AT
Commands Interface Specification.
–Apps notes on CMUX features: AirPrime CMUX Feature for Q26 Elite.
–Apps notes on network registration details: AirPrime Q26 Elite Activation on the Sprint Network and
AirPrime Q26 Elite Activation on the Verizon Network.
You can find those documents in the package given by Maestro Wireless Solution, or directly for the Sierra
Wireless website: http://www.sierrawireless.com/en/sitecore/content/Sierra%20Wireless/Support/
Downloads/AirPrime/Q_Series/AirPrime_Q26_Elite.aspx
2.3 Interfaces
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2.3.1 Status indicator
The LED indicates different status of the modem:
–OFF: modem is switched off
–ON: modem is power-up
–Flashing slowly: modem is in idle mode
–Flashing rapidly: modem is in transmission/communication
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2.3.2 CDMA antenna connector
Connect this to an external CDMA antenna with SMA male connector. Make sure the antenna is for the
correct frequency with impedance of 50 Ohm, and also that the connector is tightly secured.
Characteristics Cellular PCS
Frequency Tx 824-849 Tx 1850-1910
Rx 869-894 Rx 1930-1990
Impedance (Ohm) 50
VSWR 1.5:1 max
Typical Radiated Gain 0 dBi
2.3.3 GPS antenna connector
Connect this to an Active GPS antenna with SMA male connector.
Characteristics of the GPS antenna nominal value
Frequency (MHz) 1575
Impedance (Ohm) 50
VSWR 1.5:1 max
DC bias voltage (V) 5
Current consumption (mA) 40mA max
2.3.4 15-Pin D-Sub Female connector (RS232)
This connector provides serial link to the modem.
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Pin Number Name EIA designation Type Note
1 DCD Data Carrier Detect Output
2 TX Transmit Data Input
3 NC - - No Connection
4 NC - - No Connection
5 NC - - No Connection
6 RX Receive Data Output
7 DSR Data Set Ready Output
8 DTR Data Terminal Ready Input
9 GND Ground Ground
10 NC - - No Connection
11 CTS Clear To Send Output
12 RTS Request To Send Input
13 RI Ring Indicator Output
14 RESET Input Pull low to reset
15 NC - - No Connection
2.3.5 4-Pin connector (Power input/output)
A cable, included in the package shall be used for power supply connection:
Pin assignment of 4-Pin connector:
Pin number Name Functions
1 - No Connection
2 - No Connection
3 POWER - DC power negative input (or ground)
4 POWER + DC power positive input
The power cable included in the package shall be used for power supply connection:
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2.4 Optional accessories
You may contact your sales agent for the following optional accessories:
External antenna
–800-1900MHz dual band
–SMA connector
–0dBi
RS232 cable
–Direct connection with standard 9-pin RS-232
port (DTE)
–Shielded cable
–Cable length 1.1m (w/connector)
Pin assignment:
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Sub-D 15 (male) Sub-D 9 (female)
1 1
2 3
3
4
5
6 2
7 6
8 4
9 5
10
11 8
12 7
13 9
14
15
DIN rail mount
–Quick attachment / detachment to standard
35mm DIN rail
–Zinc plated steel
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Chapter 3
Installation
3.1 Mounting the modem
Use 2 pieces of M3 screw to mount the modem on the DIN rail mount.mount if you are using it. Please
refer to document "Installation of DIN rail mount" for details.
3.2 Connect the CDMA antenna (SMA type)
Connect this to CDMA antenna with SMA male connector. Make sure the antenna conforms to require-
ment stipulated in Section 2.3.2
3.3 Connect the modem to external device
You can use the optional RS232 cable to connect the modem’s Sub-D connector to external controller/-
computer.
Connection example using optional RS232 cable
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3.4 Connect the DC power supply
Connect the open ending of the provided power cord to a DC supply. Refer to the following for power
supply requirement:
–Input voltage range : 9-60V DC
–Rated current: 350mA
!
AC-DC Adaptor
or battery
(Not included)
Solder wire
endings
Plug the molex ending of the power cable to the modem DC connector.
The modem will turn on automatically. The status indicator on the modem will be lit when power on. After
a few seconds it will go flashing slowly
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Chapter 4
Registration to the Network
4.1 Carrier requirements
Before the modem can be use, it is necessary to supply the Mobile Equipement Identifier (MEID) of the
modem to the carrier and set up an account on their network.
4.2 First Time Activation
4.2.1 Sprint network
The M100CDMA-S model will only work on the network of Sprint. Prior to the first activation of the modem,
make sure that a service plan has been secured with Sprint or a MVNO using their network.
Sprint supports OMA-DM for the first time activation. The activation procedure will take place automat-
ically once the modem is powered on and registered onto the Sprint home network. For subsequent
service provisioning, you need to send the command AT+WDSS=1,1 to trigger the activation. The follow-
ing message will display:
+WORG : # 7 7 7 < < I n i t i a t e D a t a c a l l
+WCNT : 3 3 < < 1 xRTT D a t a c a l l
+WDSI : 4 << The W i r e l e s s CPU s t a r t s s e n d i n g d a t a t o t h e s e r v e r .
+WDSI : 6 << The a u t h e n t i c a t i o n has succeeded , a s e s si o n
with the server started .
+WDSI : 8 , 1 << The s e s s i o n w i t h t h e s e r v e r i s f i n i s h e d .
+WEND : 2 9 < < R e l e a s e a l l c a l l
To update the PRL, send the command AT+WDSS=1,3. The following messages display:
+WORG : # 7 7 7 < < I n i t i a t e D a t a c a l l
+WCNT : 3 3 < < 1 xRTT D a t a c a l l
+WDSI : 4 << The m od ul e s t a r t s s e n d i n g d a t a t o t h e s e r v e r .
+WDSI : 6 << The a u t h e n t i c a t i o n has succeeded , a s e s si o n w i t h t he
server started .
+WDSI : 8 , 1 << The s e s s i o n w i t h t h e s e r v e r i s f i n i s h e d .
+WDSI : 2 1 , 1 0 << A p r o v i s i o n i n g was made by t h e s e r v e r w i t h
Preferred Roaming List (PRL)
+WEND : 0 < < P h o n e i s O f f Line
OFFLINE
RESET
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4.2.2 Verizon network
The M100CDMA-V model will only work on the network of Verizon. Prior to the first activation of the
modem, make sure that a service plan has been secured with Verizon or a MVNO using their network.
The activation procedure on the Verizon network is triggered by the command ATD*22899;
The following messages will display:
+WOT1 : " P r o g r a m m i n g i n P r o g r e s s "
+WOTS : " SPL u n l o c k e d "
+WOTP : " PRL D o w n l o a d OK "
+WOTN : " NAM D o w n l o a d OK "
+WOTM : " MDN D o w n l o a d OK "
+WOTC : " C o m m i t S u c c e s s f u l "
+WOT2 : " P r o g r a m m i n g S u c c e s s f u l ! "
+WEND : 2 5
OFFLINE
RESET
4.2.3 Aeris network
To use the M100CDMA-A on the Aeris network, MDN and MIN need to be programmed (these are
provided by Aeris upon registration). All other MIP settings are programmed at the factory and should not
be modified. After the device is activated using AerPort, enter the device parameters following the steps
below, where:
XXXXXXXXXX = Device MDN
YYYYYYYYYY = Device MIN
Step AT command Response Comment
01 AT+WSPC=1,000000 OK SPC unlock code
02 AT +WMDN=XXXXXXXXXX OK MDN
03 AT+WIMI=31000YYYYYYYYYY OK MIN
04 AT+WCMT=1 OK Commit changes
4.2.4 Generic modems
For the generic version (M100CDMA-G), the modem must have the right provisioning of the target carrier.
Provisioning can be done using software tool WPST1through the RS232 port.
Consult the carrier for setting up an account and the steps for automatic activation.
1Wavecom Product Support Tool can be requested from Maestro Wireless Solutions
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Chapter 5
Troubleshooting
5.1 The modem’s LED does not light
–Check the command AT+CGMR, if firmware is R3A its a known issue. Modem works properly,
except LED when modem is not activated on the carrier network.
–Check if the modem has been properly connected to a 9-60V power supply.
–Check if the power connector is properly inserted.
–Check the fuse on the power cord.
5.2 The modem’s LED lights but does not blink long time after
power up
–Check if the CDMA antenna has the right characteristics & that the antenna is correctly connected
to the modem.
–Check if the network coverage is available.
–For GENERIC version, make sure the valid PRL is loaded in the modem and the modem has the
right provisioning.
–For VERIZON, SPRINT and AERIS version, make sure an account is set up with the carriers and
the first activation done.
5.3 The modem does not respond to the terminal program
–Check if the RS232 cable has been properly connected.
–Check if your program has proper settings. Factory setting of the modem is:
•baudrate at 115200 bps
•8 data bits
•no parity bit
•1 stop bit
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5.4 Debug, or further command using Smart Terminal as example
First, you can find our Hyper Terminal substitute at the following address: http://software.maestro-wireless.
com
Then follow the steps:
–Open the software, you can find the shortcut on your desktop, or access it by the Start menu > All
Programs > Maestro Wireless Solutions > Smart Terminal.
–Once open you will have to select the good serial port configuration (By default: COM1, 115200, 8
data 1 stop, none, with hardware flow control)
–Open the port by ticking the Port opened box :
–Then you can type command like “AT” and check the "OK" response from the modem.
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5.5 Basic operations
Followings are examples of some AT commands. Please refer to the AT command document for a full
description.
Description AT commands Modem response Comments
Network
registration
checking
AT+CREG? +CREG: 0,1 Modem registered to the network
Receiving signal
strength AT+CSQ +CSQ: 20,0 The first parameter has to be at least 15 for normal communication
Check identity of
PRL loaded AT+WPRL?
+WPRL: 65535
+WPRL: 50568
+WPRL: 57003
65535 represents GENERIC version
50568 represents SPRINT version
57003 represents VERIZON version
Check ESN &
MEID AT+CGSN +CGSN: A10000094119D8, 808FFD36
MEID: A1000094119D8
ESN: 808FFD36
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5.6 TCP connection test
Following is an example of AT commands procedure to enable a TCP link to our demo server and test
communication. Please refer to the AT command guide document for a full description.
Description AT commands Modem response Comments
Start TCP/IP
Stack AT+WIPCFG=1 OK
Enable Error
reporting
messages
AT+CMEE=1 OK
Start PPP
session AT+WIPBR=4,6
OK
+WORG: #777
+WCNT: 33
+WIPBR: 6,1
+WEND: 25
Get IP address of
PPP session AT+WIPBR=3,6,15 +WIPBR: 6, 15, ”72.62.190.80”
IP address will change depending on
your unit
Create TCP client
on m2mgateway
server
AT+WIPCREATE=2,1,
”61.93.240.149”,60000
OK
+WORG: #777
+WCNT: 33
+WIPREADY: 2,1
+WEND: 25
Open TCP
channel AT+WIPDATA=2,1,2 CONNECT
Now your serial port is connected in
data mode to Maestro Wireless
demo server TCP socket
Description Text to enter Server response Comments
Send test string
to server @TEST! @TEST,OK!
Please send the string in one hit.
Server will acknowledge any string
with the following format
@<STRING>! by a string
@<STRING>,OK!
Close data mode +++
OK
+WORG: #777
+WCNT: 33
+WEND: 25
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Chapter 6
Specifications
–CDMA 2000 / 1XRTT Dual Band 800 / 1900 MHz
–Band Class 0 (Tx: 824~849MHz, Rx: 869~894MHz)
–Band Class 1 (Tx:1850~1910MHz, Rx 1930~1990MHz)
–Supports Async Data Service, Circuit Switched Data, Packet Data
–Data rates up to153 kbps forward & reverse
–TCP/IP
–IS-637 Short Message Service (MO & MT)
–GPS One
Power supply requirement:
–Input voltage range : 9-60V DC
–Rated current: 350mA
Typical current consumption:
@12V
Idle mode 26mA
Communication mode @23dBm RF power 180mA
Interfaces:
–Status Indicator
–CDMA antenna SMA female connector
–GPS antenna SMA female connector
–15 pin sub-D connector
–4-pin power supply connector
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