Polygon Technologies Micro Commander GC0101 User manual

User Manual for GC0101
Applicable to software package Version 7.22and up
Revision: V7.0 Last Edited 7 April 2014
Before Attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions in its entirety
This manual is intended to provide detailed technical specifications and e planations, to the basic
user as well as the more technically-minded person. This manual is a live document, and will be
updated often with new information. Please insure that you have the latest version, by checking our
website at: http://www.gsmcommander.com.
Changelog:
SJD 7 Apr 2014 – Document created.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Features.......................................................................................................3
pecifications................................................................................................4
ystem requirements.......................................................................................4
Dimensions...................................................................................................5
Installation....................................................................................................6
Environment...............................................................................................6
Power Supply...............................................................................................6
USB Port....................................................................................................6
SIM Card....................................................................................................6
Antenna.....................................................................................................7
Software Installation.....................................................................................7
Mounting..................................................................................................10
Optically - Isolated Digital Inputs.....................................................................10
Outputs....................................................................................................12
Battery Input.............................................................................................13
Status LEDs...............................................................................................14
Testing the Micro Commander.........................................................................15
Configuration Via PC......................................................................................15
Configuration via M .....................................................................................18
Set Administrator number..............................................................................19
Clear Administrator number...........................................................................19
Check Administrator number...........................................................................19
Check Airtime............................................................................................19
Add a Number to the list...............................................................................19
Remove a Number from the list.......................................................................20
Enable/Disable statements.............................................................................20
Override GPRS Settings.................................................................................20
Reset GPRS................................................................................................20
Set GPRS logging interval...............................................................................21
Reset Micro Commander................................................................................21
IF-THEN Behaviour statements.........................................................................22
Supported IF Conditions................................................................................22
Supported THEN Actions................................................................................26
Multiple Actions to a Single IF Condition.............................................................28
Message Parameters.......................................................................................28
Timed operations..........................................................................................29
Prepaid Airtime voucher loading.......................................................................29
Firmware Updates.........................................................................................30
Application Examples.....................................................................................31
Troubleshooting............................................................................................33
Guarantee...................................................................................................35
Important Notice / Disclaimer...........................................................................35
Manufacturer Contact Details...........................................................................36
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1. FEATURE
* Only able to view the current status of the unit via Airdrive.
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Model GPR Enabled Extended Analogs DTMF Decoder IM Card lots
GC0101 1 1 1/1 10 128 16 127 YES* 0 0 YES NO NO Single
GC0321 2 2 12/12 32 250 64 127 YES* 2 1 YES NO NO Single
GC0641 2 2 22/22 64 512 128 127 YES 2 1 YES YES YES Single
GC1281 2 2 32/32 128 512 128 127 YES 2 1 YES YES YES Dual
Matrix Feature Descriptions
Model The code used to define between the various units functionality and capabilities
The number of inputs provided on the base unit itself
The number of outputs provided on the base unit itself
The ma imum total number of phone numbers that can be programmed into the unit
The ma imum total number of messages that can be programmed into the unit
GPR Enabled
The number of temperature probes the base unit can accept
0-10v Analog Inputs The number of analog Inputs available
The ability to detect power failures and monitor a connected battery.
Extended Analogs
DTMF Decoder
IM Card lots
Onboard Inputs Onboard Outputs Expandable Inputs/Outputs Max Number of tatements Max number of Phone Numbers Max number of Messages Max Length of Messages Temp probes upported 0-10v Analog Inputs Battery / Power Monitor
Onboard Inputs
Onboard Outputs
Expandable
Inputs/Outputs
The ma imum total number of Inputs/Outputs that can be e panded to by fitting
e pansion units
Max Number of
tatements
A measure of the amount of comple ity that can be programmed into the unit. Each
statement is of the form IF <ABC happens> THEN <do something>, such as IF Input 1 goes
Active, THEN send “Generator Tripped” to “0831231234”
Max Number of
Phone Numbers
Max Number of
Messages
Max Number of
tatements
The ma imum total number of behaviour statements that can be programmed into the
unit
If yes, the unit is able to be registered onto the AirDrive Platform which can allow it to log
it's status, log it's events,have remote config and remote output control via GPRS.
Temp Probes
upported
Battery / Power
Monitor
Allows the possibility to connect an Analog E pansion unit which will provide an additional
8 analog inputs
If YES, the unit is able to recognize (and respond to) key presses on a remote phone
during a voice call.
If Single, the unit has only a single SIMcard slot. If the SIMcard in that slot becomes faulty
or the associated network goes down, the unit loses communication ability. If Dual, the
unit can switch over to a secondary SIMcard if it detects problems on the primary SIMcard,
thus greatly enhancing reliability.

2. PECIFICATION
Weight 100gram
Dimensions 125,7 71,9 26mm
Power upply 10-14V DC via DC Jack
Power Consumption ~ 2.5W
Current Consumption ~ 50mA at idle (no inputs or outputs active)
Operating Temperature -10°C to +60°C
torage Temperature -20°C to +80°C
Digital Input
Opto-isolated. Inputs draw 2 - 45mA, depending on
voltage. Can accept any DC signals of any type,
including:
➢Dry Contacts
➢Open Collector (NPN)
➢Closed Collector (PNP)
➢DC Voltage (3 - 20V)
Digital Output 1 SPDT Relay Contact rating: 8Amp DC (10 - 48V) or
4amp AC (110 – 400V). E pandable to ma imum of 32*
IO Connector type Pluggable terminals
G M-850/900MHz Output Power Class 4 +33dBm (2W)
G M-850/900MHz ensitivity -107dBm
G M-1800/PC -1900 Output
Power Class 1 +30dBm (1W)
G M-1800/PC -1900 ensitivity -106dBm
3. Y TEM REQUIREMENT
The setup software requires a PC with the following specifications:
Operating system Win2000 / WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8
Computer Architecture Pentium 2 or higher IBM compatible PC
Disk space 20MB
Ports 1 free USB port
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4. DIMEN ION
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5. IN TALLATION
5.1. Environment
Due to the make-up of the Micro Commander and it's electronics, we TRONGLY advise that it not be
installed in close pro imity to a variable speed drive or any other electrically noisy equipment. DO
NOT install the Micro Commander into a metal enclosure unless an antenna is mounted on the
outside of the enclosure.
5.2. Power upply
The Micro Commander has a 2.1mm DC jack connector where a power supply must be connected.
The power supply should have the following specifications:
•Output Voltage: 14V nominal
•Output Current: 0.5A
•Polarity:
A suitable power supply is supplied with the retail product.
In industrial applications, it is advised that the Micro Commander be installed into its own
metal housing and be powered from a separate power supply with a DC Filter. (As opposed to
sharing one with other e uipment).
Please Note: While the Micro Commander has fairly rugged internal power supply circuitry, no
special provision for lightning protection is made. If the Micro Commander is used in an area that is
prone to thunderstorms, it is advisable to use a commercially available lightning suppressor (The
same applies to inputs or outputs that are connected to wires longer than 2 or 3 meters).
The guarantee does not cover damage resulting from lightning strikes!
5.3. U B Port
The Micro Commander provides a USB port that connects to a PC using the supplied USB cable. This
allows the PC to configure the unit.
5.4. IM Card
The Micro Commander accepts a standard GSM SIM card from any network. The SIM card may be
prepaid or on contract. If the SIM Card is purchased as part of a prepaid plan, ensure than the card
is loaded with sufficient airtime.
WARNING: DO NOT Insert or remove the SIM card while the Micro Commander is powered!!
Note that airtime will decrease with every SMS that is sent from the unit. The unit can
automatically detect if the airtime is running low. It is user's responsibility to make sure than the
airtime is topped up. See your network's documentation on how to purchase and load airtime.
The SIM card is fitted into the back of the unit, as indicated by the legend on the enclosure. The SIM
card will click into place and is removed simply by pressing against it. The card will pop out with a
“click” sound, ready to be completely removed.
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Before you install your IM Card:
•Install the SIM card into a normal cellular phone
•Verify that there is no IM PIN enabled (The phone must not ask for a PIN when switched on with
this SIM card inside) If the phone does request a PIN, you need to enter the correct pin so that
the phone can start, and then disable the SIM Card PIN. See your cellphone documentation on
how this can be done.
•Verify that you are able to send an M message.
The SIM card will now work with the Micro Commander.
Please Note: If you are using a prepaid SIM card, be aware that if the SIM card has not produced a
billable event on the network for a long period of time (typically 3 months), the card will be de-
activated by the network, and the SIM card then becomes useless. It is strongly recommended that
you configure the Micro Commander to send you an SMS every now and then (once or twice a week)
so that your SIM card remains active on the network.
The Micro Commander can ONLY check the airtime of a PREPAID SIM card.
5.5. Antenna
The Micro Commander is supplied with a basic antenna operating in the G M 900MHz and 1800MHz
frequency bands. Screw the antenna to its connector on the unit (only finger-tight). Verify using a
cellphone, that there is sufficient signal at the proposed installation site. On a phone with a 4 or 5-
bar signal strength indicator, you should have at least 1-2 bars of signal.
If the signal is too weak, the Micro Commander may have trouble sending or receiving SMS messages.
In these cases, try and find a better location, or order one of our special antennas.
If you are outside South Africa, you may require a different antenna.
The other frequency bands are:
➢G M 850MHz
➢PC -1900MHz
Your network will be able to tell you which frequency band(s) are in use. Contact your local
electronics supplier about antennas that operate in the 850MHz or 1900MHz bands.
Contact Polygon Technologies with your request for a special antenna.
5.6. oftware Installation
The latest software is supplied on a CD with the product and is also available to download from our
website for free at: http://www.gsmcommander.com/
The setup program will start automatically, or if the autorun feature is not enabled on your PC, you
may run the “setup.e e” e ecutable file on the CD to start the setup process. The software has
been tested to work on Windows XP, Windows Vista, Win7, Win8.
The setup process for Windows 7 has been documented here, but the process is similar in the other
versions of Windows.
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creen 1:
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creen 2:
It is recommended that you leave the
install path at the default location.
Click
creen 3:
Click
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creen 4:
Installation is in progress.
creen 5:
Installation has been completed
successfully. Click
creen 6:
Click
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5.7. Mounting
The Micro Commander is housed in a very durable ABS casing which has 4 protruding tabs, which
allows it to be mounted firmly to any surface by means of a screw. There is also a DINrail mounting
kit available separately.
Please note: The Micro Commander is not water- or weatherproof. The Micro Commander must be
mounted indoors, or inside an appropriate IP65-rated weatherproof enclosure. The guarantee does
not cover damage resulting from water ingress! DO NOT mount the Micro Commander inside a steel
cabinet, unless you also mount a separate antenna on the outside of the cabinet.
Suitable antennas can be ordered from Polygon Technologies.
5.8. Optically - Isolated Digital Inputs
The Micro Commander itself provides 1 signal inputs. The input has the following 4 terminals:
+– Internal positive supply (14V)
+IN – Positive input
–IN – Negative input
–– Internal negative supply (Zero volts)
To connect a switch or contact to an input, simply connect the switch between the + and +IN
terminals, and a wire between the – and –IN terminals. The reverse is just as suitable, i.e. that you
connect a wire between + and +IN and place the switch between – and –IN.
You may need an input to activate when power is supplied from some other unit. A good e ample
will be a burglar alarm that applies power to the wires going to the siren. In such a case, it will be a
simple matter of connecting the positive wire to the +IN input, and the negative wire to the –IN
input.
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