Maretron SMS100 User manual

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SMS100
SMS (Text) Module
User’s Manual
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Table of Contents
1General ................................................................................................................................1
1.1Introduction....................................................................................................................1
1.2Firmware Revision.........................................................................................................1
1.3Features ........................................................................................................................1
1.4Quick Install...................................................................................................................1
1.5Theory of Operation.......................................................................................................2
1.5.1SIM Card.............................................................................................................2
2Installation............................................................................................................................2
2.1Unpacking the Box.........................................................................................................2
2.2Choosing a Mounting Location ......................................................................................2
2.3SIM Card .......................................................................................................................2
2.3.1Purchasing a SIM Card.......................................................................................2
2.3.2Installing the SIM Card........................................................................................3
2.4Mounting the SMS100...................................................................................................4
2.5Connecting the SMS100................................................................................................4
2.5.1NMEA 2000®Connection....................................................................................4
2.5.2Cellular Antenna Connection ..............................................................................5
3Configuring the SMS100......................................................................................................5
3.1Advanced Configuration ................................................................................................5
3.1.1Device Instance ..................................................................................................5
3.1.2Installation Description........................................................................................5
3.1.3Restore Factory Defaults ....................................................................................5
3.2Label..............................................................................................................................6
4Usage...................................................................................................................................6
4.1Transmitting Messages..................................................................................................6
4.2Receiving Messages......................................................................................................6
4.3Monitoring the SMS100 .................................................................................................6
5Maintenance.........................................................................................................................6
6Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................7
7Technical Specifications.......................................................................................................7
8Regulatory Compliance........................................................................................................9
8.1FCC...............................................................................................................................9
9Technical Support................................................................................................................9
10Installation Template..........................................................................................................10
11Maretron (2 Year) Limited Warranty...................................................................................11

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Table of Figures
Figure 1 – Mounting the SMS100.............................................................................................. 4
Figure 2 – NMEA 2000®Connector Face Views ....................................................................... 5
Figure 3 – Troubleshooting Guide............................................................................................. 7
Figure 4 – Mounting Template................................................................................................. 10

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1 General
1.1 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Maretron SMS (Text) Module (SMS100). Maretron
has designed and built your SMS module to the highest standards for years of reliable,
dependable, and accurate service.
Maretron’s SMS100 SMS (Text_ Module is a device which can programmatically send SMS
(Short Message Service, or text message) alerts over the GSM/UMTS network to multiple
mobile telephone users. Maretron’s SMS100 SMS Module works in concert with Maretron’s
N2KView®Vessel Monitoring System and Maretron’s DSM150 and DSM250 displays. Upon
detection of an alert condition, N2KView (with the optional Alerts module), a DSM150 display,
or a DSM250 display can instruct the SMS100 to connect to the mobile network and transmit a
user-selected alert message to user-programmed telephone numbers, alerting you quickly to
conditions onboard your vessel that require attention anywhere you have cellular network
coverage. You may also send a text message from your mobile phone to the SMS100, which
will reply with basic ship’s status.
The SMS100 has an NMEA 2000®port for communication with the attached NMEA 2000®
network and an SMA antenna connector for connecting the included mobile antenna.
The Maretron SMS100 is designed to operate within the harsh demands of the marine
environment. However, no piece of marine electronic equipment can function properly unless
installed, calibrated, and maintained in the correct manner. Please read carefully and follow
these instructions for installation, calibration, and usage of the Maretron SMS100 in order to
ensure optimal performance.
1.2 Firmware Revision
This manual corresponds to SMS100 firmware revision 1.0.0.
1.3 Features
The Maretron SMS100 has the following features:
•NMEA 2000®interface
•Can be used along with Maretron’s N2KView software running on the following
platforms:
oDSM800 display
oTSM800 display
oTSM1330 display
oWindows PC running N2KView software
oMac OS/X PC running N2KView software
•Can be used along with Maretron’s DSM150 or DSM250 displays
1.4 Quick Install
Installing the Maretron SMS100 involves the following steps. Please refer to the individual
sections for additional details.

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1. Unpacking the Box (Section 2.1)
2. Choosing a Mounting Location (Section 2.2)
3. Installing the SIM Card (Section 2.3)
4. Mounting the SMS100 (Section 2.4)
5. Connecting the SMS100 (Section 2.5)
6. Configuring the SMS100 (Section 3)
1.5 Theory of Operation
The SMS100 accepts commands over its NMEA 2000® network connection which have
generated by N2KView software with the optional alerts module or from DSM150 or DSM250
displays and transmits these text messages over the cellular network to user selected
telephone numbers.
1.5.1 SIM Card
In order to use the SMS100, you must install a SIM card with an active SMS plan that is
capable of connecting to a mobile network in the area in which you are using the SMS100.
2 Installation
2.1 Unpacking the Box
When unpacking the box containing the Maretron SMS100, you should find the following items:
•1 – SMS100 SMS (Text) Module
•1 – Parts Bag containing 4 Stainless Steel Mounting Screws
•1 – SMS100 User’s Manual
•1 – Warranty Registration Card
•1 – TG.10.0113 Cellular Antenna
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact Maretron.
2.2 Choosing a Mounting Location
Please consider the following when choosing a mounting location.
1. The SMS100 is waterproof, so it can be mounted in a damp or dry location.
2. The orientation of the SMS100 is not important, so the SMS100 can be mounted on a
horizontal deck, or a vertical bulkhead.
3. The SMS100 is temperature-rated to 55°C (130°F), so it should be mounted away from
engines or engine rooms where the operating temperature exceeds the specified limit.
2.3 SIM Card
2.3.1 Purchasing a SIM Card
In the United States, the SMS100 is certified for the AT&T mobile network.

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AT&T Prepaid (goPhone) SIM cards may be purchased at an AT&T retail location or from a
large number of online retailers (search “gophone SIM card”).
The SIM card will come with instructions for activating the card online and adding funds to the
card. The SIM card must be activated before you can transmit messages with the SMS100.
When this manual was written, there were two prepaid plan options:
•The $25/month plan with unlimited text messaging
•The 10 cent per minute plan (no monthly fee, but $0.20 per message sent or received).
Please check Maretron’s website for the latest information.
2.3.2 Installing the SIM Card
In order to use the SMS100, the SIM card must be installed into the SMS100. To install the
SIM card, please perform the following steps:
1) Remove the four screws from the bottom of the SMS100 enclosure.
2) Separate the top and bottom of the SMS100 enclosure.
3) Slide the lid of the SIM card socket to the “OPEN” position and flip up.
4) Slide the SIM card into the lid of the SIM card socket so that the gold contacts are
visible and so that the corner of the SIM card that is cut off is at the top of the SIM card
socket lid.
5) Close the SIM card socket lid and slide it to the “LOCK” position. Be careful not to force
the lid into position. It should close easily. If it does not, check the orientation and
alignment of the SIM card.
6) Reassemble the top and bottom parts of the SIM100 enclosure with the four screws
removed earlier, ensuring that the gasket is seated properly.
The SIM card is now installed.

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2.4 Mounting the SMS100
The SMS100 may be mounted to a horizontal or a vertical surface; the only requirement is that
the antenna be oriented vertically after the unit is mounted.
The SMS100 may be mounted using the two keyhole screw holes on each end.
To mount, attach the SMS100 securely to the vessel using the included stainless steel
mounting screws or other fasteners as shown in Figure 1. Using the mounting template in
Section 10, drill two holes for the included mounting screws and install the screws, leaving the
head of the screws protruding above the mounting surface. Place the SMS100 over the
mounting screws and slide so that the heads of the mounting screws are over the narrow
portions of the keyhole slots, then tighten the mounting screws until snug.
Figure 1 – Mounting the SMS100
2.5 Connecting the SMS100
2.5.1 NMEA 2000®Connection
The NMEA 2000®connector can be found on the side of the enclosure. The NMEA 2000®
connector is a round five pin male connector (see Figure 2). You connect the SMS100 to an
NMEA 2000®network using a Maretron NMEA 2000®cable (or an NMEA 2000®compatible
cable) by connecting the female end of the cable to the SMS100 (note the key on the male
connector and keyway on the female connector). Be sure the cable is connected securely and
that the collar on the cable connector is tightened firmly. Connect the other end of the cable
(male) to the NMEA 2000®network in the same manner. The SMS100 is designed such that
you can plug or unplug it from an NMEA 2000®network while the power to the network is
connected or disconnected. Please follow recommended practices for installing NMEA 2000®
network products.
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Figure 2 – NMEA 2000®Connector Face Views
2.5.2 Cellular Antenna Connection
The SMS100 has one external SMA cellular antenna connector. This connector is intended for
use only with the included TG.10.0113 cellular antenna. Screw the antenna onto the SMA
connector and tighten until snug. Rotate the antenna so that it is a vertical orientation for best
signal reception.
3 Configuring the SMS100
The SMS100 has several configurable parameters, which are shown below including the
default values. If you are not using the default values, then you will need to refer to the
corresponding section for configuring the SMS100 appropriately. You may configure the
SMS100 using a Maretron DSM150 or DSM250 display or Maretron N2KAnalyzer®software.
3.1 Advanced Configuration
3.1.1 Device Instance
Program this parameter to the desired instance number for this device. You can program this
parameter to any value between 0 and 252. The default device instance is 0
3.1.2 Installation Description
This entry allows you to modify the NMEA 2000®installation description text strings. You can
enter any information you like here, such as the date the unit was installed, or the location in
which it was installed, for later reference. Tools such as Maretron N2KAnalyzer®allow you to
view these values later. The default installation description is blank text.
3.1.3 Restore Factory Defaults
This option restores all settings on the SMS100 device to their factory default states.
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3.2 Label
Program this parameter with a text string which identifies this device. Maretron display
products will display this label text when you are selecting data to display. The default device
label is blank.
4 Usage
4.1 Transmitting Messages
The SMS100 may be used to transmit SMS text messages to user-selected telephone
numbers on the occurrence of an alert generated by N2KView software (with the optional
Alerts license) or the DSM150 or DSM250 displays. Please refer to the N2KView User’s
Manual, DSM150 User’s Manual, or DSM250 User’s Manual, as appropriate, for details.
4.2 Receiving Messages
You may send a message to the SMS100 in order to receive a predefined message showing
the current status of various parameters on the vessel.
Send a SMS message containing the single word “STATUS” to the telephone number of the
SMS100.
The SMS100 will respond with a text message containing the following information:
1) Position
2) Bilge Water Detector Status
3) Battery Voltage
4) AC Voltage
5) Apparent Wind Speed
6) Outdoor Temperature
7) Indoor Temperature
4.3 Monitoring the SMS100
The state of the SMS100’s connection to the cellular network may be observed using N2KView
software or the DSM150 or DSM250 displays. Please refer to the N2KView User’s Manual,
DSM150 User’s Manual, or DSM250 User’s Manual, as appropriate, for details. From these
devices and software, you can observe the following information:
1) Cellular Carrier
2) Telephone number of the SMS100
3) Signal Strength
5 Maintenance
Regular maintenance is not required; however, an occasional inspection will ensure continued
proper operation of the Maretron SMS100. Perform the following tasks periodically: