NAVITUS MCL 5.10 User manual

Controller with internal Quad-band GSM/GPRS/3G modem
MCL 5.10
User manual
Version 1.5
UAB NAVITUS LT, Lithuania 2018

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Document revision history
Version
Date
Revision history
Controller
Firmware version
1.0
2015-05-27
First Issue
1.0
1.3
2016-10-12
Updated power and connection information
3.0
1.4
2017-07-04
Added functionality
4.0
1.5
2017-11-13
Byte timeout explained
4.0
Disclaimer
The manufacturer guarantees that the following documentation is correct and intended for the device
described. The manufacturer has no obligation for guarantee if the documentation is used for any other
device not listed in this documentation. The manufacturer has the right to update or alter documentation
without prior notice.

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Table of Contents
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..........................................................................................................................5
3. APPLICATION AND FUNCTIONALITY.....................................................................................................6
4. PRINCIPAL COMPONENTS OF THE CONTROLLER MCL 5.10.............................................................8
5. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS............................................................................................................8
6. CONNECTING INTERFACES....................................................................................................................9
6.1 CONNECTING A METER..........................................................................................................................10
7. LABELING................................................................................................................................................10
8. PARAMETERIZATION GUIDE.................................................................................................................11
9. INITIAL INFORMATION ...........................................................................................................................11
9.1 PROCEDURE OF LOCAL PARAMETERIZATION...................................................................................11
10. PARAMETERIZATION ........................................................................................................................16
11. ANNEX A. CONTROLLER MENU AND CONFIGURATION SETTINGS...........................................18
12. ANNEX B. MANUFACTURER’S GUARANTEE .................................................................................22

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Signs and Abbreviations
AC / DC
Alternating Current / Direct Current
APN
Access Point Name
CSD
Circuit Switched Data
EMC
Electromagnetic Compatibility
GPRS
General Packet Radio Service
GSM
Global System for Mobile communications
ISP
Internet Service Provider
IP
Internet Protocol address
IMEI
International Mobile Equipment Identity
LED
Light Emitting Diode
N/A
Not Available / Not Applicable
PC
Personal Computer
PIN
Personal Identification Number
Rx
Receiver connector
SIM
Subscriber Identity Module
SMA
SubMiniature version A connector
TCP/IP
Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol
Tx
Transmitter connector
VPN
Virtual Private Network
URL
Uniform Resource Locator

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2. Safety Instructions
Please ensure you read and understand the installation instructions entirely before
attempting to install and configure MCL 5.10.
Always disconnect the mains supply while installing or servicing the communication
interfaces, antenna or changing SIM card.
Only the authorized service persons with adequate qualifications can perform
installation, uninstallation and parameterization of the GSM/GPRS controller MCL
5.10. National wiring rules should be followed while installing and using the controller.
All equipment interconnected with this product should comply with the requirements
of EN 60950-1:2006 (Personal computer, etc.) or other adequate safety standard
applicable to the equipment (electricity meters).
GSM/GPRS controller should be mounted in restricted access locations. Only
authorised personnel should be able to access this location.
Some parts may remain energized even if the power is disconnected! Do not try to
disassemble internal components. There are no serviceable parts inside.

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3. Application and Functionality
General Information
MCL 5.10 controller (further referred to as a controller) is used in AMR systems for automated remote data
reading of electricity, heat meters and other electronic devices and data transmission to remote offices.
Device does not store, manipulate or alter meter information. The controller has an internal lithium-polymer
battery for power failure notification to the remote data center.
GSM radio network with CSD/GPRS/2G/3G technology and TRANSPARENT DATA, TCP/IP protocols is
used for data transmission to the management system.
Supported Communication Protocols
Controller supports two-direction data exchange with communication protocols IEC 62056-31,
DLMS/COSEM and LST EN 62056-21:2001 (fixed baud rate 300 ...19 200 bauds, 8N1 or 7E1 bytes) (all
security layers as well).
Configuration
RS485 electric communication interfaces are used for meter data read-out (fixed net baud rate of
300...115200 bauds, 8N1 or 7E1 bytes).
Depending on modification, device parameterization can be performed locally via RS232 or USB interfaces
or remotely via SMS or GSM/GPRS.
Controller supports both TCP/IP server and client connection modes.
Mounting and power supply
Controller supports and is mounted (can be replaced) in the terminal covers of electricity meters provided by
manufacturer or it’s partners or on the DIN rail. When mounted properly, all of the modem indicators are
visible. The controller is powered by the external power source from the meter using connection socket X2 of
the controller MCL 5.10 or by external power source. Note! The controller might be powered on by USB
cable, however, due to the lack of current the gsm modem will not function.
Firmware and settings update
The controller firmware can be updated locally (via RS232) and remotely (using GPRS connection).
Aditionally, multiple controllers can be updated (updates involve managing controllers’ parameters, reading
values, firmware updates) using the software provided. There is possible to integrate new protocols and
types of meters in new firmware versions. After power on, if the configuration is set to automatic update, the
controller checks if there is the newer firmware version and automatically updates it’s firmware.
Contact the manufacturer for the new firmware and tools for firmware upgrades.
Mobile network signal strength monitor
When controller powers on, if the controllers network parameters are set to “Auto”, the device automatically
tries to connect to the 3G network and measures signal strength. When the signal is weaker than the
parameter described in the configuration, the controller changes connection to the 2G/GPRS. The signal
strength measurement repeat time is described in the menu parameters. The controller automatically
connects to the 3G network only after reboot. Alternatively, it can be set to connect to the 2G or 3G network
only.
Automatic provider detection
When the SIM card is placed in the controller and controller is powered on, the system checks if the SIM
card’s prrovider’s ID matches settings described in the configuration Providers’ menu. If so, the controller
automatically uses described providers settings. The providers ID and other options can be set using

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controllers menu or via parametrization software in “provider settings”.
Alarm system (Plug & Play)
When any event or alarm is received from the meter interface, the controller sends all the data received from
the meter and the controllers information (IMEI, IP) using http protocol to the url address specified in the
settings menu “Plug&Play server address”.
Time synchronization
The controller synchronizes time with GSM network provider or NTP server. The device’s time zone can be
set and changed in the Device configuration menu. The current time is used for audit and event logging.
Passive Client (dynamic IP address)
This option is used when the client has dynamic IP SIM card or the SIM card cannot be accessed from the
server, but the modem could connect to the server. It can work in report mode or in passive client mode.
Report mode sends information about existing IP address to the server (UDP). Enabled passive client mode
requires remote server address set in the settings. In this mode, the modem connects to the remote server
and holds the open connection. This way the system should identify the connected modem and would be
able to read data using live session. Note! In passive client mode the controller always has the connection
open to the server so more mobile data can be used for upload than average.
Reports
Reports regarding signal strength , IMEI, IP address, events can be sent as an UDP message to multiple IP
addresses or phone number via SMS depending on APN and their settings.
Report interval is a configurable value.
Report example: “SQ:-51dBm IMEI:355233050381548 IP:212.47.100.164 SN:170170170170
SMS control
Depending on APN a list of allowed numbers can be set to allow parameterization by SMS or to send
periodic SMS reports with device status, SIM ID, signal strength, IP address.
SMS Parameterization
SMS parameterization command syntax is as follows below. Important! Command keys must be sent in
lower case only. MAX sms size –160 symbols.
SMS command syntax: <keyword>:<parameters or commands key=value;><parameters or commands
key=value;> !Important. No signs ( ; = ) must be used in parameters. For example:
smscfg:dev_userpassword=PA:SS;=WORD; is not allowed.
Example: “ smscfg:dev_rebootperiod=1000;smscmd:sendreport;smscfg:dev_userpassword=asd; ”
Alternative: “ smscfg:dev_rebootperiod=1000;dev_userpassword=cccc;smscmd:sendreport; ”
If successful, the command will request the device to change the default automatic reboot value to 10
minutes and send report to data center.
Depending on the outcome the device will respond to each command in the following way:
Ok;ok;ok;
OR Error;ok;error;
If device will not recognize the command the response will be “No valid command”.
The entire command list is displayed in the Annex A. “Controller menu and configuration settings”.

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4. Principal Components of the controller MCL 5.10
The main controller components are listed below:
a) Comunication interfaces - RS232 or USB (for parametrization),CL and RS485 for data collection
from meters
b) Internal 450mAh Li-polymer battery to ensure the notification of power failure or data transfer
function support.
c) CSD/GSM/GPRS/3G modem is used for modem programming, firmware update, data reading and
parameterization
GSM/GPRS Modem
GSM/GPRS bands
850/900/1800/1900 Mhz
Class of power transmission
Multi-slot class 8, CS1-CS4, Class B
Data Speed
up to 85.6 kb/s
Uplink time slot
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Antenna Connector type
SMA (50 Ohm)
3G modem
UMTS / EDGE Bands
850/900/1800/1900/2100 Mhz
Class of power transmission
Multi-slot class 12, MCS1-9, Class B
Data Speed
HSUPA cat 6, up to 5.76 Mb/s UL
HSDPA cat 8, up to 7.2 Mb/s DL
WCDMA PS up to 384 kb/s DL/UL
EDGE multi-slot class 12, up to 236.8 kb/s DL/UL
Table 3-1. Main characteristics of a GSM/GPRS modem module
5. Technical Characteristics
Power supplyinput voltage range (50/60Hz)
90 V –264 V AC
Power consumption:
a. maximum in transmission mode:
b. average in duty mode:
< 10 VA
< 5 VA
Internal backup power supply
450mAh LiPo battery,
mounted without
soldering
Internal batterycomplete loading time
3 hours
PC to controller net baud rate via RS232 device interface, 8N1
bits, Baud
19200
PC to controller net baud rate via USB device interface, 8N1
bits, Baud
115200
Number of meters connected to RS485 interface
1 … 32
Number of meters connected to CL interface
1 … 3
Number of simultaneous communication sessions GSM/CSD/GPRS/3G
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Work temperature range, оС
-20 ... +55
Storage temperature range, оС
-40 ... +70
Relative humidity, % without condensate
20 ... 75
Dimensions, mm
93 x 68 x 37
Plastic Materials, safety of flammability
ABS
Immunity to surge pulse
7 kV (1,2/50 µs)
RoHS
Compliant
Antenna
SMA
Protection degree based on IEC60529
IP51 under the cover of
the meter
Table 4-1. MCL 5.10 controller technical characteristics
Table 4-2 MCL 5.10 controller indicators description
Operation and received signal strength indication –RGB LED1:
- Not registered to GSM network / no SIM card
- Registered to GSM/GPRS network;
R long pulse (0,4 Hz /1s)
G pulse

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- Registered to 3G network
Signal strength indication*:
-113 to -82 dBm or less
-81 to -70 dBm
-69 to -51dBm or more
- GSM/GPRS data session active; (connection established)
G double pulse
R pulse (0,4 Hz)
B pulse (0,4 Hz)
G pulse (0,4 Hz)
Same color more frequent
pulse (2Hz)
Interface activity / battery charge indication –RGB LED 2:
- Data transfer; active interface: RS485
B- query / respond
Table 4-2. *Default values indicated. Signal strength is check every 20 seconds. Signal
indication level can be changed in the Menu
Note! The controller is powered on if any of the indicator defining signal strength is on (pulse).
6. Connecting interfaces
Important: Before proceeding, please ensure the device will remain clean and dry
during the installation and no liquid or other substance will remain inside as that could
severely affect device performance and warranty.
Important: PIN code of a SIM card must be disabled prior the installation
PIN
Signal
Source
Comment
- X1 -
1
GND
-
Configuration interface (RS232)
2
RS232 TXd
Out
Configuration interface (RS232)
3
RS232 RXd
In
Configuration interface (RS232)
4
CL -
In/Out
Meter interface (CL)
5
CL +
In/Out
Meter interface (CL)
6
CLIN_BLOCK
In
Connect with GND to enter configuration mode for RS232

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- X2 -
1
Reserved
-
2
Reserved
3
RS485 B
In/Out
Meter interface (RS485)
4
RS485 A
In/Out
Meter interface (RS485)
5
CLIN +
In/Out
Client system connection interface (CLIN)
6
CLIN -
In/Out
Client system connection interface (CLIN)
6.1 Connecting a Meter
In order to connect a meter, please connect controller’s X2 connector with a meter’s “A” and “B” socket of the
RS485 interface (see Figure 4.2-1). If there is more than one meter to be connected the parallel method must
be used as indicated below:
7. Labeling
Principal controller information is marked on a label.
Label explanation:
•LED indicator position
•Controller name
•Power supply input and consumption characteristics
•Unique identification number (ID)
• Unique identification number (Barcode), type: Interleaved 2/5
Figure 4.3.1-1. Meter connection to RS485 interface
123 kWh
125
kWh
124 kWh
MCL 5.10
X1
/
X2
A
RS48
5
B
CL / B
A
RS48
5
B
CL / A
A
RS48
5
B
Meters 1 .. 32, parallel connection method

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8. Parameterization Guide
9. Initial Information
MCL 5.10 controller using GPRS technology transmits the data of measurement equipment (meters). There is
an internal modem with a SIM card socket.
Connect the controller to the computer‘s COM or USB (depending on connection) port to start the setup.
Connect the antenna before switching the controller on. It is not necessary to insert a SIM card for
parameterization. If there is an ongoing data readout, it must be interrupted before parameterization.
9.1 Procedure of Local Parameterization
Access to the controller can be protected by a password. Several levels of users are possible: different admin
logins and user login. Each login has separate menus and control functions. Parameterization can be handled
using HyperTerminal (Figure 6.2-1, Figure 6.2-2) or other software allowing connecting MCL 5.10 via device’s
RS232 interface.
After parameterization user must restart the controller's using the reset function in the menu.
You need to have the proper cable to connect from the X1 port on the device to
the RS232 port or the USB port of the computer
Important: Parameterization may vary depending on connection interface type, device
version, administrator’s PC operating system region and version. Therefore figures and
menus given below may differ from actual due to software updates and upgrades.
Important: It is required to disable PIN request on a SIM card, before inserting it in the
controller’s SIM socket
The settings of a COM port for parameterization are independent from the settings for
the data readout and the default settings are set as follows: 19200 bps, parity - none, 8
data bits and flow control - none.
Important! To load or re-load controller’s menu press button ESC (on keyboard) 3 times.

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Enter a name for the new connection (Figure 6.2-1)
Figure 6.2-1
Select a port MCL is connected to (Figure 6.2-2)
Figure 6.2-2
After pressing OK in the COM Properties window (figure 6.2-3), the settings are set to Auto detect by default
(figure 6.2-4).
Figure 6.2-3 Select port settings

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Figure 6.2-4
To change the values:
1. Press Disconnect button as shown on figure 6.2-5 (arrow 1);
2. Press Properties button as shown on figure 6.2-5 (arrow 2);
Figure 6.2-5

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3. Press Configure button as shown on figure 6.2-6 (arrow 3);
4. Press OK button as shown on figure 6.2-6 (arrow 4);
Figure 6.2-6
5. Important. Ensure that other settings of the connection are set as shown on figures 6.2-7;
Figure 6.2-7

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6. The settings should change to 19200 8-N-1 as shown on figure 6.2-8
Figure 6.2-8
Important! To load or re-load controller’s menu press button ESC (on keyboard)
3 times.

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10.Parameterization
The entire MCL 5.10 menu hierarchy is described in an Annex A. “Controller menu and configuration
settings”. Main device functions are further described below.
Security
Controller parameterization menus are protected with dedicated passwords to prevent from unauthorised
access and configuration.
Default Password
There are two user levels: admin and user where admin is superior.
Default admin password is “admin”. Default user password is “user”.
Each login has separate menus and control functions. If required, a different default passwords can be
set automatically during the manufacturing process. Alternatively, default passwords can be changed
manually or automatically.
APN
APN names and settings (GSM Provider/Network ID, DNS etc) for each APN are entered by
administrator or imported via sms and can be accessed via configuration menu. Each separate APN has
different numbers and IP address lists and every other APN can be configured manually.
Automatic Reboot
The device configuration allows to set an interval in minutes to enable automatic device reboot (restart)
when idle, without having an engineer to interfere. The reboot command may also be sent manualy
using SMS or parametrization menu.
CSD operation mode
The device has a list of phone numbers that can call to device. If call is made and the number is allowed,
the device switches to the CSD mode. There is an option to allow all calling from any number. When the
call is finished or the session is disconnected, the device returns to GPRS mode. More connection
settings in the menu item Wireless in configuration.
2G/3G mode
The device can work select the 2G or the 3G mode automatically depending on the best quality or it can
be done remotely in menu item Provider settings, Provider network mode.
Firmware update
The firmware can be set to be updated automatically or manually.
Automatic Firmware Update
If set to automatic, after restart controller will attempt automatic firmware download and update from the
IP (IP of a FTP server) address indicated in the APN setting for a specific APN used.
Manual Firmware update
Depending on the client’s end system configuration, controller modification and settings, controller can
support manual firmware update via GSM/GPRS or via USB, RS485 by directly connecting the controller
direct connection using a PC. The manufacturer’s proprietary firmware update tool or alternative
software can be used when required.
Byte w. timeout
Timeout value defined (it depends on baud rate) in miliseconds. Timeout is set after each received byte
in frame. If timeout expires after the last received byte, the frame is adopted.
This parameter depends on the meter attached to the controller. Older meters takes time to answer to
the queries, so the meters might pause between answer packets. For the new meters, this parameter
should be 1 .. 5 ms, for older meters it is recommended to use 30 .. 200 ms.

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Grant menu interface
The controller menu can be reached using several interfaces: Wireless, RS485, RS232, USB (depending
on the modification). Each menu interface can be enabled (granted) or disabled. To enable interface for
controller configuration, set the menu option for the interface value “Grant interface – false”. For
example, to disable RS485 menu interface, go to the RS485 out configuration and set the value “Grant
menu interface” to false.
Event Log
Event Log Record Format
Each event log record will register the following information:
Date and time of the event (if known)
Type of the event
Subject identity and/or source of the event
Outcome of the event
Logging Events
Controller logs the following events:
Failed authorization or authentication
Requests or commands received
Firmware update/information
High number of malformed or unexpected messages and errors
Power supply recovery events
Unauthenticated communication
All events logs can be enabled/disabled if required. If event log is disabled, event alert is disabled as well.

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11. Annex A. Controller menu and configuration settings
Important: Menu item availability depends on the user rights and device modification. User
rights can be managed only from the admin account secured by the admin password.
Menu Item
Description
SMS command (smscfg:)
0. EXIT
Exit terminal mode
1. Device
configuration
0. RETURN
Back to the main menu
1. Password/Keys
0. RETURN
1. User password
Set user password
2. Admin password
Set admin password
3. User encryption key
User encryption key
4. Admin encryption key
Admin encryption key
2. Messaging
0. RETURN
1. AC Fault report address
Network address of web service
processing alarm messages generated by
meters
2. AC Fault fix timeout
Timeout
3. AC Fault message send
retry
Times to retry sending the message
4. AC Fault message send
timeout
Timeout period of acknowledgment
reception of alarm message
5. Plug&Play server address
Plug & Play function alarm url address
6. Plug&Play message send
retry
Times to retry sending the plug&play
message
7. Plug&Play message send
timeout
Message timeout
3. Menu language of [Public]
Menu language
4. Menu language of [User]
Menu language
5. Menu language of [Admin]
Menu language
6. Menu language of
[SuperAdmin]
Menu language
7. Device reboot period
0.
Reboot time value in minutes. If there are
no queries coming via GPRS or CSD
during specified time, controller will
automatically reboot. After each GPRS or
CSD query by reboot time is set to initial
value
8. Time zone
Device time zone
9. Firmware update mode
Auto / Manual firmware download and
update
10. Modbus slave ID
Modbus Slave ID
11. Run firmware update
Manually run firmware update
12. Notes
Notes about the device can be added here
13. Restore factory defaults
Restore system settings to factory defaults
without loosing user data (provider
settings, baud rate data is not affected)
14. Reboot
Restarts the controller immediately after
pressing <Enter> key

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2. Wireless “in”
configuration
0. RETURN
Back to the main menu
1. Request to proceed timeout
During the specified time the received
request has to be send to a meter (through
RS485/RS232 out), if it times out the
request will be discarded
2. Byte w. timeout in X bytes
Timeout value defined in byte transfer time
(it depends on baud rate) multiplied by this
setting value. Timeout is set after each
received byte in frame. If timeout expires
after last received byte, the frame is
accepted. This setting is for RS485 out
interfaces
3. Idle timeout
Idle timeout period in seconds
4. Connection check period
Time after which the controller tries to
communicate with GSM network to test
conectivity
5. Signal indication level 1-2
LED signal level indication settings
6. Signal indication level 2-3
LED signal level indication settings
7. Enable time sync with
provider
Enable time sync with provider
8. Minimum tolerated signal
level
Tolerated signal level. If the signal level is
weaker than the minimum level, the
controller will change the connection to 2G
9. Grant menu interface
This option allows to enable or disable the
menu through the interface specified
3. RS232 IN
configuration
0. RETURN
Back to the main menu
1. Request to proceed timeout
During the specified time the received
request has to be send to a meter (through
RS485/RS232 out), if it times out the
request will be discarded
2. Data rate
RS232 IN baud rate configuration
3. Data bits
Define data bit quantity
4. Stop bits
Define stop bit
5. Parity
Define parity
6. Byte wait timeout
Timeout value defined in byte transfer time
(it depends on baud rate) multiplied by this
setting value. Timeout is set after each
received byte in frame. If timeout expires
after last received byte, the frame is
accepted. This setting is for RS485 out
interfaces
7. Answer wait timeout
Time for waiting data (answer) in RS485
out, after the request has been sent
8. Grant menu interface
This option allows to enable or disable the
menu through the interface specified
4. RS485 OUT
configuration
0. RETURN
Back to the main menu
1. Request to proceed timeout
During the specified time the received
request has to be send to a meter (through
RS485/RS232 out), if it times out the
request will be discarded
2. Data rate
RS485S out baud rate configuration
3. Data bits
Define data bit quantity
4. Stop bits
Define stop bit
5. Parity
Define parity
6. Byte wait timeout
Timeout value defined in byte transfer time
(it depends on baud rate) multiplied by this
setting value. Timeout is set after each
received byte in frame. If timeout expires
after last received byte, the frame is

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accepted. This setting is for RS485 out
interfaces
7. Answer wait timeout
Time for waiting data (answer) in RS485
out, after the request has been sent
8. Next request pause
Time for waiting for the next frame in
RS485 out, after one frame has been
received
9. Answer buffer size
Answer buffer size
10. Service answer delay
Service answer delay
11. Grant menu interface
This option allows to enable or disable the
menu through the interface specified
5. SIM card
configuration
0. RETURN
Back to the main menu
1. PIN for SIM card
Enter SIM card PIN number
2. Change SIM pin
Change the pin code of the SIM card
6. Provider
settings
1. 0. RETURN
Back to the main menu
2. 1. Provider identification
3. 0. RETURN
Back to the main menu
4. 1. Provider Code
GSM Provider/Network ID
5. 2. Provider Name
GSM Provider/Network name
6. 2. Provider FTP
configuration
7. 0. Return
8. 1. FTP server URL
FTP server address
9. 2. FTP username
FTP login username for firmware
download
10. 3. FTP password
FTP login password for firmware download
11. 3. Provider GPRS
configuration
12. 0. Return
13. 1. User name
GPRS network username
14. 2. Password
GPRS network password
15. 3. APN
Access point name
16. 4. TCP/IP listen port
TCP/IP port
17. 5. Authentication protocol
Authentication protocol
18. 6. DNS server
DNS server address
19. 4. Provider network mode
20. 0. Return
21. 1. Network radio mode
Network mode: 2G or 3G
12. Diagnostics
1. 0. RETURN
Back to the main menu.
2. 1. SIM card IP
The physical device address on the GPRS
TCP / IP network = Device SIM card IP
address (if the card has a static IP
address)
3. 2. Active provider
Indicates which Provider’s (1….6) SIM
card is present
4. 3. Signal quality
GSM signal quality
5. 4. IMEI
IMEI is displayed only when SIM card is
present