RIM 1802G User manual

RIM OEM Radio Modem for GSM/
GPRS Wireless Networks
RIM 1902G™ and RIM 1802G™
Getting Started Guide
Version 1.2

RIM OEM Radio Modem for GSM/GPRS Wireless Networks
Version 1.2
Getting Started Guide
Last revised: 08 August 2003
Part number: PDF-05732-004
MAT-06067-001
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Getting Started Guide 3
Contents
About this guide..............................................................................................5
Related resources................................................................................................5
Support.................................................................................................................5
CHAPTER 1 Setting up the Interface and Test Board .......................................................7
Setup overview ...................................................................................................8
Connecting the SIM card ...................................................................................9
Connecting the radio modem .........................................................................10
Connecting to the computer ...........................................................................10
Inserting the SIM card into the SIM card holder .........................................11
Connecting the antenna to the radio modem...............................................12
Connecting to an AC outlet.............................................................................12
Turning on the system .....................................................................................12
Connecting the headset ...................................................................................12
CHAPTER 2 Connecting the radio modem to a computer..............................................13
Required information.......................................................................................14
Connecting with Windows 2000 ....................................................................14
Connecting with Windows 95/98 ...................................................................22
Setting up HyperTerminal ..............................................................................26

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About this guide
This guide provides information on the following topics:
• setting up the Interface and Test Board
• connecting the radio modem to your computer
This guide is intended to help you start testing the RIM 1902G™ or RIM 1802G™
radio modems.
Related resources
Refer to the following documentation, which is included in the Integrator’s Kit:
•Integrator Guide
The Integrator Guide explains how to integrate the RIM 1802G or RIM 1902G into a
variety of devices. This guide explains integration steps, provides an overview of the
test board, mounting requirements, power (battery) requirements, and antenna
selection and placement.
•AT Command Reference Guide
The AT Command Reference Guide lists the AT commands that apply to the RIM 1902G
and RIM 1802G.
Support
To discuss the technical integration of the radio modem, contact RIM at
[email protected]t.

About this guide
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Chapter1
Setting up the Interface
and Test Board
This guide provides information on the following topics:
• Setup overview
• Connecting the SIM card
• Connecting the radio modem
• Connecting to the computer
• Inserting the SIM card into the SIM card holder
• Connecting the antenna to the radio modem
• Connecting to an AC outlet
• Turning on the transceiver
• Connecting the headset

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Setup overview
To set up the Interface and Test Board, perform these tasks:
1. Insert the SIM card into the SIM card holder on the Interface and Test Board (off-board SIM
configuration) or directly onto the radio modem (on-board SIM configuration).
2. Connect the radio modem to the Interface and Test Board using the 22-pin connector cable.
3. Connect the Interface and Test Board to the computer using a standard RS-232 cable.
4. Connect the antenna to the radio modem.
5. Connect the Interface and Test Board to an AC outlet.
6. Turn the transceiver on/off switch to the “on” position
7. Connect the headset.
The following diagram illustrates the Interface and Test Board and major components.
Interface andTest Board (on-board SIM configuration) – topview
microphone/
transceiver
test point
LED
powerjack
RS-232
22-pin
GPRS
speakerjacks
interface
indicator
connector
Radio Modem
cable
Mic Spkr
on/off switch

Connecting the SIM card
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Connecting the SIM card
The 6-pin flat SIM interface cable carries the data and power between the Interface and Test Board
SIM slot and the radio modem.
1. Remove the radio modem from the Interface and Test Board: unfasten the nuts and lift the radio
modem up and away from the Interface and Test Board.
2. On the underside of the modem, on the connector, push the two black tabs up from the
connector to widen the opening.
Underside of radiomodem showing the 6-pin connector
3. With the blue side facing the Interface and Test Board, insert the end of the cable 6-pin cable into
the connector. Verify that the side with the bare pins is in direct contact with the pin side of the
connector.
4. Push the black tabs down toward the connector to secure the cable.
5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 to connect the 6-pin connector to the Interface and Test Board.
6. Re-attach the radio modem to the Interface and Test Board.
Note: This task only applies to the off-board SIM configuration.
Note: Do not force the cable into the connector.

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Connecting the radio modem
The 22-pin flat interface cable supplies clean, regulated power to the radio and carries most of the
data and all of the voice between the Interface and Test Board and the radio modem. This cable also
carries control and status signals, such as
ONI .
1. At the top of the radio modem, push the two black tabs up and away from the connector.
Connecting the 22-pin cable to the radio modem
2. With the blue side facing the Interface and Test Board, insert the end of the 22-pin cable into the
connector. Verify that the side with the bare pins is in direct contact with the pin side of the
connector.
3. At the top of the radio modem, push the black tabs down toward the connector to secure the
cable.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for the 22-pin connector on the Interface and Test Board.
Connecting to the computer
Use the straight-through DB-9 serial cable to connect the Interface and Test Board to the computer.
Connect the male end of the cable to the Interface and Test Board. Connect the female end of the
cable to an available COM port on the computer.
Note: This step is only necessary if the radio modem is not already connected to the Interface and Test Board.
Note: Do not force the cable into the connector.

Inserting the SIM card into the SIM card holder
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Inserting the SIM card into the SIM card holder
1. If you are using the on-board SIM configuration, turn the test board over to reveal the cut-out
that provides access to the SIM card holder on the underside of the radio modem.
Interface and Test Board (on-board SIM configuration) – bottom view
Note: You must have a SIM card that is authorized for use by the appropriate GPRS network provider. The
authorization must also allow access to the Access Point Name (APN) that will be targeted.
Warning: To prevent damage to your SIM card, do not scratch or bend the card or expose it to static electricity
or wet conditions.

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2. Slide the SIM card holder in the direction of the arrow to unlock it, and then lift the cover open.
3. Slide the SIM card into the cover with the conductive side facing the leads on the board. The
notched end of the SIM card should align with the notch in the SIM card holder.
4. Close the cover. Slide the cover in the reverse direction of the arrow to lock it into place.
Connecting the antenna to the radio modem
The Integrator Kit includes a high-performance, 3 dBd-gain magmount antenna, which is
terminated by a screw-on SMA plug. The radio modem includes a snap-on MMCX jack.
1. Insert the antenna into the base. Turn the antenna until the two components are securely
fastened.
2. Insert the SMA cable connector into the MMCX connector and turn the SMA connector until the
two components are securely fastened.
SMA cable connector and MMCX connector
3. Insert the MMCX connector into the radio modem’s MMCX jack.
4. Position the antenna for optimal coverage. The magmount antenna provides optimum RF
performance when it is placed on a broad metal surface, such as the roof of a car. If you are
using the antenna inside a building, place the antenna near a window.
Connecting to an AC outlet
Plug the 5VDC, 2.4A, center-pin-positive power adapter into a wall outlet. Connect the other end to
the Interface and Test Board’s power jack.
Turning on the transceiver
Turn the switch to the TURNON position to allow the transceiver of the radio modem to power up.
When the transceiver is on, the LED marked
ONI is lit
Connecting the headset
Insert the microphone plug into the microphone jack. Insert the speaker plug into the speaker jack.

Chapter2
Connecting the radio
modem to a computer
To enable the radio modem to communicate with your computer, you must add the radio
modem to your computer, and add a dial-up network connection for the modem.
This section provides information on the following topics:
• Required information
• Connecting with Windows 2000
• Connecting with Windows 95/98
• Setting up HyperTerminal

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Required information
Before you start, determine the access point name (APN) of your network.
Connecting with Windows 2000
To connect the radio modem to your computer, you must perform the following tasks:
•addthemodem
• add a dial-up connection
• edit registry settings
Add a modem
1. On the Start menu, select Settings > Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears.
2. Double-click the Phone and Modem Options icon. The Phone and Modem Options window
appears.
3. Click the Modems tab, as shown in the following diagram.
Modem Options window – Modems tab
4. Click Add. The Add/Remove Hardware Wizard appears.
Note: You must use Windows 2000 SP3 or later.

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5. Select the Don't detect my modem option. Click Next. The model selection window appears, as
shown in the following diagram.
Install New Modem window – model selection
6. In the Models list, select Standard 33600 bps modem. You do not need to choose a
manufacturer. Click Next. The port selection window appears, as shown in the following
diagram.
Install New Modem – port selection
7. Select the Selected ports option and click the COM port to which the radio modem is connected.
Click Next.
A window appears that indicates that your modem has been installed successfully.
8. Click Finish. The Phone and Modem Options window appears.

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9. On the Modems tab, select the modem that you added and click Properties. The Properties
window appears.
Modem Properties window – General tab
10. On the General tab, from the Maximum Port Speed drop-down list, select 115200.
11. Click the Advanced tab.
Modem Properties window – Advanced tab

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12. In the Extra initialization commands field, type:
at+cgdcont=1,"IP","
apn_name "
where apn_name is the access point name (APN) for your network
13. Click OK. The Phone and Modem Options window appears.
14. Click OK.
Add a connection
1. On the Start menu, select Settings > Network and Dial-up Connections. The Network and
Dial-up Connections window appears.
2. Double-click the Make New Connection icon. The Network Connection Wizard appears.
3. Click Next.
4. Select the Dial-up to the Internet option. Click Next. The Internet Connection Wizard appears.
5. Select the I want to set up my Internet connection manually option. Click Next. The Setting up
your Internet connection window appears.
6. Select the I connect through a phone line and a modem option. Click Next.
If you have more than one modem, the Choose Modem window appears. Select the modem that
you added earlier. Click Next.
The Step 1 of 3 window appears.
7. Clear the Use area code and dialing rules option.
8. In the Telephone number field, type *99#. Click Next. The Step 2 of 3 window appears.
9. Leave the User name and Password fields blank. Click Next. Two dialog boxes appear to
confirm that you have not set a user name and password.
10. In each dialog box, click Yes. The Step 3 of 3 window appears.
11. In the Connection name field, type a descriptive name for the new connection. Click Next. The
Set Up Your Internet Mail Account window appears.
12. Select No. Click Next. The Completing the Internet Connection Wizard window appears.
Note: If you do not have Windows 2000 SP3 installed, the Extra initialization command field has a limit of 40
characters. If your APN name results in an entry that is longer than 40 characters, install SP3. In Internet Explorer,
on the Tools menu, click Windows Update.

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13. Click Finish. The new connection appears in the Network and Dial-up Connections window.
14. Right-click the new connection icon and click Properties. The Properties window appears.
15. Click the Networking tab, as shown in the following diagram.
Dial-up Properties window – Networking tab
16. Click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties
window appears, as shown in the following diagram.
Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window
17. Select the Obtain DNS server address automatically option.
Note:If you do not have Windows 2000 SP3 installed, clear the ToconnecttotheInternetimmediatelyoption.

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18. Click OK. The Properties window appears.
19. Click the General tab and click Configure. The Modem Configuration window appears.
20. From the Maximum speed (bps) drop-down menu, select 115200.
21. Select the following options: Enable hardware flow control, Enable modem error control, and
Enable modem compression.
Modem Configuration window
22. Click OK.
23. Click OK.

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Change registry settings
Perform the following steps so that the modem disconnects and reconnects correctly.
1. In a command prompt, type:
regedit
The Registry Editor appears.
2. Click the following key:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE > SYSTEM > CurrentControlSet > Control > Class >
{4D36E96D-E325-11CE-BFC1-08002BE10318} > xxxx > Hangup
where xxxx is the 4-digit number that corresponds to the standard 33600 bps modem that is
used to communicate with the RIM OEM Radio Modem.
The following diagram shows the Registry Editor window with the Hangup key selected.
Registry Editor with the Hangup key selected
Tip: To determine which 4-digit number to use, click the 4-digit key (such as 0001) and view the Model string.
The value data of the Model string should be Standard 33600 bps Modem.