Sony Ericsson GM29 User manual

GM29
User Guide
Draft PA2
5.7.02

The product described in this document conforms to the Radio and
Telecommunication Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) directive 99/5/EC with
requirements covering EMC directive 89/336/EEC and Low Voltage directive
73/23/EEC. The product fulfils the requirements according to
3GPP TS 51.010-1, EN 301 489-7 and EN60950.
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Publication number: LZT 123 7360 PA1
Printed in UK

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Introduction...............4
Description........................ 4
Highlights ........................4
Installation................5
Safety and Installation
Information.......................5
SecuringtheModem................5
ElectricalConnections.......6
PowerConnector...................6
AudioConnector...................7
AntennaConnector.................7
RS232SerialPort .................. 8
SIMCardReader...................9
Operation................10
SwitchingOntheModem...........10
SwitchingOfftheModem...........10
ResettingtheModem...............10
OperatingStates/LED..............10
Accessories . .............11
ATCommands ............11
TypeApproval ............11
SoftwareUpdates..........11
Certification..............11
Troubleshooting...........11
ModemNotWorking...............11
SoftwareCrashed.................. 11
No Communication,
ModemSwitchedOn...............11
Service and Support. . . . . . . .11
TechnicalData............14
DataFeatures.....................14
ShortMessageServiceFeatures......14
VoiceFeatures.................... 14
FaxFeatures......................14
DataStorage .....................14
PowerSupply.....................15
AveragePowerConsumption........15
RadioSpecifications...............15
AudioSpecifications............... 16
SIMCardReader.................. 16
ElectricalConnectorsandLED.......16
MechanicalSpecification ........... 16
Environmentalspecifications ........ 17
Certification......................17
Contents

4 Introduction
Introduction
Description
The dual band EGSM 900/1800MHz GM29, is
a GSM/GPRS serial modem. The modem is a
powerful and flexible device that can beused in
a wide range of telemetry and telematics
applicationsthatrely on theremoteexchange of
data, voice, SMS or faxes via the GSM cellular
network.
Small and lightweight, the GM29 has standard
connectors and an integral SIM card reader
making it easy andquick tointegrate.As well as
providing a standard RS232 serial
communicationinterface the GM29 also has an
audio interface allowing an analoguehandset to
be connected. When the GM29 is integrated
into an external application, a wireless
communicaions system is created.
A typical end-to-end system consists of a micro
controller in an external application
communicating, via the GM29 modem, with a
remote terminal or host using the GSM
network. The micro controller uses a set of AT
commands to control the modem, and to set up
the end-to-end communications link, via its
9-way RS232 serial interface.
GM29serialmodemsare intendedtobeusedby
manufacturers, system integrators, application
developers and developers of a wide range of
equipment and business solutions, typically in
the following fields:
• Security and alarms
• Vending
• Monitoring and control
• Utilities
• Fleet Management
Simplyconnect theGM29intoyourapplication
as described later in this guide.
Highlights
• Dual band, EGSM 900/1800MHz,
GSM/GPRS serial modem
• Flexible plug-and-play device
• Data: GPRS, HSCSD, CSD, SMS
• Voice: full rate, enhanced full rate, half rate
• SMS: mobile-originated, mobile-
terminated, cell broadcast
• Fax: Group 3, Classes 1 & 2
• 5V to 32V d.c. input
• Standard connectors
• R&TTE type approved
View of Left Side
View of Right Side
LED
RS232
connector
Antenna
connector
Power
connector
Handset
connector
Access to SIM card
Fixing hole

Installation 5
Installation
Safety and Installation
Information
[Needs to be checked and re-written]
• The Terminal should be installed and setup
only by qualified personnel.
• Connect a fast 1.25A fuse to the incoming
line for the positive supply voltage to
protect the Terminal.
• If a power supply unit is used to supply the
GM29 modem, it must meet the demands
placed on SELV circuits in accordance
with EN60950. When using batteries and
accumulators, adhere to the relevant
regulations.
• The maximum permissible connection
length between the GM29 Modem and the
supply source is 3m.
• Your supplier will be pleased to provide
you with a detailed technical description
and technical support for the GM29
Modem.
Securing the Modem
NOTE! Before securing the modem take into
accounttheamountof additional space
required for the mating connectors and
cables that will be used in the
application.
NOTE! Where access is restricted, it may be
easier to connect all the cables to the
modem prior to securing it in the
application.
Securely attach the GM29 modem to the host
application using two 3mm diameter pan-head
screws of appropriate length as shown below.
CAUTION! Do not over tighten the fixings
screws. Excessive torque applied
to the screws can crack the plastic
case.
Fixing Screws

6 Electrical Connections
Electrical Connections
All electrical connections to the GM29 are
protected in compliance with the standard air
(4kV) and contact (8kV) discharge ESD tests,
of EN 301 489-1.
The modem uses the following industry
standard connectors:
• RJ11 6-way (power connector)
• RJ9 4-way (audio connector)
• SIM card reader
• FME male coaxial jack (antenna
connector)
• Sub-D socket, 9 pin (RS232 serial port)
Power Connector
An RJ11 6-way connector, as shown and
described below, serves as a means of
supplying and controlling d.c. power to the
modem.
Connect positive power to VCC (pin 1) and the
ground or negative to GND (pin 6). VCC and
GND are reverse polarity and overvoltage
protected
NOTE! Application of the supply voltage
VCC, does not automatically switch
on the modem.
Switch on is usually achieved by use of the
TO_IN signal, which can be supplied by the
host application. Alternatively the modem can
be switched on at the same time that power is
appliedbyhard-wiringTO_INtoVCC.Refer
to “Switching On the Modem” on page 10 for
information on switch on methods.
Similarly the host application can be designed
toswitchofftheGM29or perform ahardreboot
of the modem's software by use of the HR_IN
signal. Refer to “Switching Off the Modem”
and “Resetting the Modem” on page 10 for
additional information.
TO_IN and HR_IN are referenced to GND.
RJ11 Power Connector
Signal Description
VCC Positive power input
(5V to 32V d.c. at 1.5Amax)
TO_IN Active high control line used for
switchingonthemodem
(–0.5V to 32V;
VIH >5V,V
IL <2V)
HR_IN Active high control line used to
switch off or reset the modem
(–0.5V to 32V;
VIH >5V,V
IL <2V)
GND Negative power (ground) input
and return path for TO_IN and
HR_IN
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1 VCC
2 n/c
3 HR_IN
4 TO_IN
5 n/c
6GND

Electrical Connections 7
Audio Connector
A 4-way RJ9 connector, as shown below,
allows a telephone handset to be plugged into
the modem, giving access to the microphone
andearpiecesignals.Theconnectormayalsobe
used to drive other analogue audio sub-systems
or devices.
TheGM29isconfiguredtoworkwitharange
of handsets.
CAUTION! Not all handsets use the pin-outs
shown below for microphone and
earpiece.
If necessary, changes can be made to the
characteristicsof theaudio interface by sending
the modem appropriate AT commands.
RJ9 Handset Connector
Antenna Connector
Connect a GSM antenna to this port. Single
(900 or 1800MHz) or dual band
(900/1800MHz) antennas may be used. The
modem is fitted with a 50Ω,FME male coaxial
jack.
FME Connector
Signal Description
MICN Microphone negative input
BEARN Earpiece negative output
BEARP Earpiece positive output
MICP Microphone positive input
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1 MICN
2 BEARN
3 BEARP
4 MICP
Signal Description
RF RF input/output
GND Ground connection
GND
RF Signal

8 Electrical Connections
RS232 Serial Port
The modem supports a standard RS232 serial
interface (EIA/TIA 574) via its 9 pin Sub-D
connector, shown below.
Link the GM29 to a microcontroller or
computer in the host application, via the RS232
serial port. AT commands are used by the
host-application software to communicate with
the GM29.
Sub-D 9-pin Connector
Signal Voltage
levels Description
DCD >+4V
<–4V Data carrier detect
RD > +4V
<–4V Received data
TD >2V
<0.8V Transmitted data
DTR > 2V
<0.8V Data terminal ready
GND 0V ground connection
DSR > +4V
<–4V Data set ready
RTS >2V
<0.8V Request to send
CTS > +4V
<–4V Clear to send
RI >+4V
<–4V Ring indicator
9
1 DCD
2RD
3TD
4 DTR
5GND
6 DSR
7RTS
8 CTS
9RI
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Electrical Connections 9
SIM Card Reader
TheGM29isfittedwithaSIMcardreaderin
which 3V and 5V SIM cards will operate. The
type of card fitted is automatically detected by
the modem.
Tooperate themodemaSIMcardmustbefitted
as follows:
1. Disconnect power to the GM29;
2. Remove the cover panel by applying light
downward pressure and sliding outwardsas
shown below;
3. Applying light pressure, slide the SIM card
holder to the “OPEN” position as shown
below;
4. Carefully raise the SIM card holder until it
is in the vertical position as shown below;
5. Orientate the SIM card and slide into the
holder as shown below;
6. Close the SIM holder and slide into the
“LOCK” positon;
7. Refit the cover panel.
To replace or remove a SIM card, follow the
same procedure as described above except
remove or exchange the card at step 5.

10 Operation
Operation
Before the GM29 can be operated thefollowing
conditions must apply:
• SIM card inserted (with the modem
unpowered);
• antenna connected;
• RS232 port connected to the application
computer;
• power applied.
Operation is not dependent on a handset being
fitted. The type of application will dictate
whether a handset is necessary.
SwitchingOntheModem
There are two ways to switch on the modem,
once power is applied.
• either assert TO_IN high for > 0.2s;
• or activate the RS232 control line DTR,
high for > 0.2s.
The modem is fully operational after 4 seconds.
Logging onto a network may take longer than
this and is outside the control of the modem.
The modem can be configured to start up at the
time power is applied by permanently tying
power connector signals TO_IN (pin 4) and
VCC (pin 1) together. In this case DTR must be
used to switch the modem on again after it has
been switched off or reset, while power is still
applied.
Switching Off the Modem
Therearetwowaystoswitchoffthemodemas
described below:
• either use the appropriate AT command;
• orassertHR_INhighfor1-2seconds.A
delayofupto10sisexperiencedasthe
modem logs off the network.
Resetting the Modem
A full system reset, independent of the status of
thesoftware,maybeappliedtothemodemas
follows:
• assert HR_IN high for > 3.5s.
Operating States/LED
The GM29 has a green LED, as shown below,
used to indicate various operating states. These
states are described in the following table.
Operating state LED
After switching on the modem On after 4s
Switch off or power removed Off
Standby or talk Flashing
Modemonwithoneofthefol-
lowing conditions:
No network, network search,
no SIM card, no PIN entered
On
LED

Accessories 11
Accessories
A range of type approved and recommended
accessoriesfor the GM29are available through
Sony Ericsson's distribution channels.
AT Commands
The GM29 is controlled and programmed by
means of AT commands. For a complete list
and detailed description of each command
please refer to the Integrator’s Manual on the
CD accompanying this product.
Type Approval
TheintegratednatureoftheGM29shouldmake
type approval a minimal process. The type
approval process may differ from country to
country but in general no further type approval
oftheGM29isneededwhenusedwith
Sony Ericsson approved accessories and where
the cable lengths are restricted to those shown
in the table below.
Further type approval will be required if: ??
Software Updates
Itispossibleandsometimesnecessarytoupdate
the embedded software. Updates must be
carried out by a Sony Ericsson approved
technician.
Please contact your supplier for details or
contact Sony Ericsson directly (see “Service
and Support” on page 11).
Certification
Tested and certified according to:
Directive 1999/5/EC
EMC: EN 301 489-1
EMC: EN 301 489-7
Safety: EN 60950
GSM 3GPP TS 51.010-1
Troubleshooting
Do not attempt to repair a damaged modem.
Return it to your supplier for replacement or
repair.
Modem Not Working
One of the following situations probably
applies:
1. Power is not connected. Check the power
source and connection to the RJ11 connec-
tor on the GM29.
2. Power is connected but a switch on signal
has not been applied, see “Switching On
the Modem” on page 10.
3. The modem is damaged.
Software Crashed
Perform a hard reset (see “Resetting the
Modem” on page 10).
If this fails, the modem is probably damaged.
No Communication,
Modem Switched On
Check the RS232 serial port connections and
cable.
Check the application software.
Service and Support
To contact customer support please use the
details below:
Customer Support
Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications
Maplewood Building
Cable Maximum length (m)
Power cable 3
Handset cable 3
Antenna cable 3
RS232 cable 3

12 Service and Support
Chineham Business Park
Basingstoke
RG24 8YB
E-mail: [e-mail]
or
[e-mail]
Information about Sony Ericsson and its
products is available on the following web site:
http://www.sonyericsson.com/M2M

Service and Support 13

14 Technical Data
Technical Data
Data Features
Short Message Service Features
Voice Features
Fax Features
Data Storage
CSD Up to 9.6kbps, transparent and non-transparent
HSCSD (2+1) Up to 19.2kbps
GPRS Class B (4+1)
- P channels
- Coding schemes CS1 to CS4
85.6kbps (subject to network support and
terminal location)
GSM 07.10 multiplexing protocol
SMS Text and PDU
Point to point (MT/MO)
Cell broadcast
concatenation of up to 6 SMS
Full Rate, Enhanced Full Rate and Hlf Rate (FR/
EFR/HR)
Echo Cancellation and Noise Reduction
Dual Tone Multi Frequency (DTMF
Group 3
Class 1 and 2
SMS storage capacity 40 in ME
In addition, the unit can handle as many SMS as
the SIM can store
Phone book capacity 100

Technical Data 15
Power Supply
Average Power Consumption
NOTE! The power consumption during transmission is measured at maximum
transmitted power.
Radio Specifications
Supply voltage range 5-32Vd.c.at1.5A
max
Idle Mode Transmit/Operation
GSM900 Voice/CSD <15mA <250mA (<2A peak)
Data (GPRS 4+1) <15mA <350mA (<2A peak)
GSM1800 Voice/CSD <15mA <250mA (<1.75A peak)
Data (GPRS 4+1) <15mA <350mA (<1.75A peak)
Frequency range GM29: EGSM 900MHz and 1800MHz (dual band)
Maximum RF output power 2W (900MHz) and 1W (1800MHz)
Antenna impedance 50Ω
Static sensitivity Better than –102dBm

16 Technical Data
Audio Specifications
SIM Card Reader
Electrical Connectors and LED
Mechanical Specification
Parameter Limit
Output level (differential) ≥4.0Vpp
Output level
(dynamic load = 32Ω)≥2.8Vpp
Distortion at 1kHz and maximum output level ≤5%
Offset, BEARP to BEARN ±30mV
Ear-piece mute-switch attenuation ≥40dB
Ear piece model Impedance Tolerance
Dynamic ear piece [32Ω + 800µH] // 100pF ±20%
Dynamic ear piece [150Ω +800µH]//100pF ±20%
Piezo ear piece 1kΩ +60nF ±20%
Voltage type Support for 3 V and 5 V SIM cards
Plug-in power supply connector RJ11 6-way
Handset audio connector RJ9 4-way
Antenna connector FME male
RS232 serial port Sub-D socket, 9 pin
LED Green
Length 77.4mm
Width 66.4mm
Height 26.2mm
Weight <130g

Technical Data 17
Environmental specifications
Certification
Operating temperature range –25°C to +55°C
Storage temperature range –40°C to +85°C
Relative humidity 5 - 95%, non-condensing
Stationary vibration,
sinusoidal Displacement: 7.5mm Acceleration amplitude: 20m/s² and 40m/s²
Frequency range: 2-8Hz, 8-200Hz, 200-500Hz
Stationary vibration, random Acceleration spectral density (m²/s²):
0.96, 2.88, 0.96
Frequency range:
5-10Hz, 10-200Hz, 200-500Hz, 60min/axis
Non-stationary vibration,
including shock Shock response spectrum I, peak acceleration: 3 shocks in each axis and direction; 300m/s², 11ms.
Shock response spectrum II, peak acceleration:
3 shocks in each axis and direction; 1000m/s²,6ms.
Bump Acceleration: 250m/s²
Free fall transportation 1.2m
Rolling pitching
transportation Angle: ±35degrees; period: 8s
Static load 10kPa
Low air pressure/high air
pressure 70kPa/106kPa
Directive
1999/5/EC EMC: EN 301 489-1
EMC: EN 301 489-7
Safety: EN 60950
GSM 3GPP TS 51.010-1
TestedaccordingtoGCF-CC