Sierra Wireless RavenXT-Telus User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
RavenXT-Telus
Airlink™ Cellular Modem
June 2014
Copyright © 2011 - 2014
Campbell Scientific (Canada) Corp.

1. General Description.....................................................2
2. Establish Cellular Service ...........................................2
2.1 Raven XT-Telus Cellular Coverage/Service Requirements..............................................2
3. Specifications...............................................................3
3.1 Raven XT-Telus Specifications ........................................................................................3
4. Configuration ...............................................................4
4.1 Base Station Requirements for Raven XT-Telus..............................................................4
4.2 Datalogger Site Equipment...............................................................................................4
4.3 Power Considerations .......................................................................................................9
5. Program the Raven XT-Telus Modem.......................10
5.1 Indicator Lights...............................................................................................................10
5.2 Using AceManager to Configure the Modem.................................................................11
5.3 Configuring the Raven for Dynamic IP ..........................................................................14
6. LoggerNet/PC400W Software Setup.........................15
7. Troubleshooting.........................................................18
Appendices
A. AceManager Setup without Template File ............ A-1
B. Configuring the Raven XT Modem for PPP ........... B-1
C. EmailSend Using the Telus Outgoing SMTP Server .. C-1
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Raven XT-Telus CDMA Sierra Wireless Cellular Modem
Raven XT-Telus CDMA Sierra
Wireless Cellular Modem
1. General Description
This manual provides information for interfacing the Sierra Wireless Raven
XT-Telus cellular modem to Campbell Scientific dataloggers. A Sierra
Wireless CD ships with the modem that includes Sierra Wireless manuals and
software utilities. Sierra Wireless manuals referenced in this manual include:
AceManagerGuide.pdf
Raven_XT_UserGuide.pdf
Raven_XT_QuickStart.pdf
The Raven XT-Telus digital cellular modems are manufactured by Sierra
Wireless for use on the Telus Wireless Code Division Multiple Access
(CDMA)/1xRTT networks. The modem is accessed through the Internet using
TCP/IP communications protocol using a Dynamic or Static IP address.
xA Dynamic IP address is assigned on a “need to have” basis. A dynamic
IP address is used with a service such as IP Manager (Section 5.4) to
translate domain name to a dynamic IP address, so that the Raven can be
contacted by name as if it had a static IP.
xA Static IP address is permanently assigned to a particular account and
will always be used whenever the Raven connects to the Internet.
A Telus account can be setup for a Dynamic or Static IP address; a Dynamic IP
is preferred. Generally, there is an associated monthly customer charge to use
a Static IP account. Please ask your service provider for details on the monthly
charge for static IP.
2. Establish Cellular Service
2.1 Raven XT-Telus Cellular Coverage/Service Requirements
What you need:
Determine coverage at the datalogger site for your chosen service provider.
Coverage maps are available on each providers website. It is also possible to
search for “Canadian cellular tower maps” for information on tower locations
and possible coverage.
CDMA/1xRTT Dynamic IP or Static IP account established with Telus
Wireless. Telus’s Broadband Access Plan is recommended.
To setup an account you will need the ESN number of the modem. The ESN
number is listed on a label on the modem, and also on the box.
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What you receive from Telus:
Activation Code (MSL)
10-digit Mobile Directory Number (MDN or MIN/MSID)
IP address (for a Static IP account only)
Recommended Dealers:
1. Communications Group, Red Deer, AB [phone]
3. Specifications
3.1 Raven XT-Telus Specifications
Sierra Wireless Raven XT, model V2227
Technology: CDMA: EV-DO Rev. A, EV-DO Rev. 0,
1xRTT, IS-95
Bands: 800 MHz Cellular,
1900 MHz PCS
Transmit Frequency: 1850 to 1910 MHz and 824 to 849 MHz
Transmit Power: 1.0 W for 1900 MHz; 0.8 W for 850 MHz
Receiver Frequency: 1930 to 1990 MHz and 869 to 894 MHz
CDMA Throughput: up to 80 kbps
RS-232 Data Rates: 300 bps to 115.2 kbps
Serial Interface: RS-232, DB9-F
Serial Protocols: AT Commands, PPP, UDP/IP, TCP/IP, SMTP,
HTTP, DHCP, SMS, SLIP
RF Antenna Connector: 50 Ohm SMA (female)
Input Current Range: 50 to 250 mA
TypicalCurrentDrain(at12Vdc): 50 mA dormant (idle for 10 to 20 seconds),
120 mA transmit/receive
Input Voltage Range: 9 to 28 VDC
Operating Temperature Range: -30° to +70°C
Operating Humidity Range: 5% to 95% RH non-condensing
Status LEDs: Power, Network, Signal, Activity
Dimensions: 7.6 x 2.7 x 10 cm (3”W x 1”D x 4”L)
Weight: 160g (5.6 oz)
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4. Configuration
4.1 Base Station Requirements for Raven XT-Telus
PC running Campbell Scientifics’ LoggerNet or PC400 software, with access
to the internet.
4.2 Datalogger Site Equipment
xRaven modem with power cable (included with modem).
xDatalogger—21X, CR510, CR10(X), CR23X, CR7, CR1000, CR5000,
CR3000, CR800.
xSC105 or SC932A Interface—connects the modem to the 21X, CR510,
CR10(X), CR7, or other dataloggers’ CS I/O port.
xThe SC105 must be configured for use with the modem using the Device
Configuration Utility. Settings should be:
CS I/O Mode: SDC Address 7
RS-232 Mode: Modem
Baud Rate: 115.2K or 9600 baud depending on datalogger model
8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity
xPN L18663 Null Modem Cable—connects the modem to the CR23X,
CR3000, CR800, CR2XX, CR1000 or CR5000 RS-232 port.
If you have a black SC12 cable that is not Rev 1 or newer (as
indicated on cable), it is a CS I/O cable only and will not work
for RS-232. Connect the black SC12 cable between the
datalogger and the SC932A. Use a 9-pin serial cable or a blue
ribbon cable between the phone and the SC932A.
NOTE
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PN L18663 Null Modem Cable—connects the modem to the CR23X, CR3000, CR800, CR2XX, CR1000
or CR5000 RS-232 port
(not compatible with the 21X, CR510, CR10X, or CR7 dataloggers).
Wiring:
Red 12V (or
switched 12V)
Black G
White Not Used
PN L18663
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SC105 Settings:
CS I/O Mode: SDC Address 7
RS-232 Mode: Modem
Baud Rate: 115.2K or 9600 baud depending on datalogger model
8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity
SC105 interface connects the modem to a datalogger’s CS I/O port;
recommended for dataloggers with the Pakbus Operating System.
Wiring:
Red 12V (or
switched 12V)
Black G
White Not Used
L10873 serial cable
p
rovided with the SC105
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SC932A interface connects the modem to the CS I/O port;
recommended for dataloggers with the Mixed-Array Operating System.
FIGURE 4.2-1. Modem Interface Options.
Wiring:
Red 12V (or
switched 12V)
Black G
White Not Used
L10873 serial cable
p
rovided with the SC932A
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