Westermo 6196-2230 User manual

GSM
Modem
Users guide
6196-2230
www.westermo.com
GD-01 US
©Westermo Teleindustri AB • 2004 • RE .A
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Contents
1. Legal information ............................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Description .................................................................................................................................................................. 4
3. Safety ............................................................................................................................................................................ 5–8
3.1 GSM specific ............................................................................................................................................................ 5
3.1.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................ 5
3.1.2 Hospital / Medical environment ................................................................................................... 6
3.1.3 Aircraft ............................................................................................................................................................. 6
3.1.4 ehicle .............................................................................................................................................................. 6
3.1.5 For ehicles equipped with an airbag ...................................................................................... 6
3.1.6 Blasting areas .............................................................................................................................................. 6
3.1.7 Explosive atmospheres ........................................................................................................................ 6
3.1.8 RF energy ....................................................................................................................................................... 7
3.1.9 Critical applications ............................................................................................................................... 7
3.1.10 Backup copies .......................................................................................................................................... 7
3.1.11 Antenna care ............................................................................................................................................ 7
3.2 Caution! ...................................................................................................................................................................... 7
3.3 FCC/Industry Canada Notice ................................................................................................................ 8
3.3.1 Statement according to FCC part 15.105 ........................................................................... 8
3.3.2 Statement according to FCC part 15.21 .............................................................................. 8
3.3.3. Statement according to FCC part 15.19 ............................................................................. 8
4. Approvals ....................................................................................................................................................................... 8
5. Specifications .................................................................................................................................................. 9–10

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6. Care and Maintenance .......................................................................................................................... 11
7. Installation ................................................................................................................................................... 12–16
7.1 Mounting / Removal ................................................................................................................................... 12
7.2 SIM card ............................................................................................................................................................... 13
7.3 Antenna care and placement ............................................................................................................. 13
7.4 Connections ............................................................................................................................................ 14–17
7.4.1 Power interface .................................................................................................................................. 15
7.4.2 RS-232 interface, screw terminal ......................................................................................... 15
7.4.3 RS-232 interface, 9-pin D-sub .................................................................................................. 15
7.4.4 Antenna interface ............................................................................................................................. 15
7.4.5 SIM card interface ............................................................................................................................ 15
7.5 LED indicators ................................................................................................................................................ 16
7.6 Quick Start guide ......................................................................................................................................... 17
7.7 Configuration ................................................................................................................................................... 17
7.7.1 Service port .......................................................................................................................................... 17
8. Functional description .......................................................................................................................... 18
9. GSM network operators, subscriptions and services .................................. 19
10. Glossary .................................................................................................................................................................... 20
11. Related documents ................................................................................................................................... 21

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1. Legal information
The content of this document are provided “as is”. Except as required by applicable law,
no warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including, but not limited to, the
implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are made in
relation to the accuracy and reliability or contents of this document.Westermo reserves
the right to revise this document or withdraw it at any time without prior notice
Under no circumstances shall Westermo be responsible for any loss of data or income
or any special, incidental, and consequental or indirect damages howsoever caused.
More information about Westermo can be found at the following internet address:
http://www.westermo.com
2. Description
The GD-0 US provide a reliable data communication link over GSM networks.
The unit has been designed for use in industrial data communication applications
and have several features that are not normally present on standard GSM modems.
The GD-0 US is a DIN-rail mounted modem with RS-232 interface in either a 9-pin
D-sub or in a 5-pin screw terminal.
Features:
… Dual band GSM 850/ 900 Mhz
… GPRS
… All configurations are done by industry standard AT-commands
… Serial interface RS-232 D-sub or screw terminal
… 60 characters SMS
… DTR-dialing
… Isolated 2–36 VDC Power supply
… Din-Rail mountable
… LED indicators
The GD-0 US can be used in data communication applications together with other
GSM modems, traditional analogue PSTN modems (like the TD-33) or ISDN adapters
(such as ID-90). Packet switched data can be transferred via the GPRS service.

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3. Safety
General:
Before using this unit, read this manual completely and gather all information
on the unit. Make sure that you understand it fully. Check that your application
does not exceed the safe operating specifications for this unit.
Before installation, maintenance or modification work:
Prevent damage to internal electronics from electrostatic discharges (ESD)
by discharging your body to a grounding point (e.g. use of wrist strap).
Hazardous voltage may occur within this unit when connected to power supply.
Prevent access to hazardous voltages by disconnecting the unit from power
supply and all other electrical connections.
Installation:
This unit should only be installed by qualified personnel.
This unit should be built-in to an apparatus cabinet, or similar, where access is
restricted to service personnel only.
The power supply wiring must be sufficiently fused, and if necessary it must be
possible to disconnect manually from the power supply. Ensure compliance to
national installation regulations.
This unit uses convection cooling. To avoid obstructing the air flow around the
unit, follow the spacing recommendations (see Installation section).
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3.1 GSM specific
Important safety information / operating environment
Please read and follow the guidelines listed below.The precautions must be observed
during all phases of the operation. Breaking these rules may be dangerous, illegal or affect
performance of the unit and/or invalidate the units approval and/or warranty.
3.1.1 General
Remember to follow any special regulations and warnings in force in any area and never
use the unit whenever it’s forbidden to use it.
Do not use the unit when it may cause interference or danger. A wireless device
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3.1.2 Hospital / Medical environment
Do not use the unit in a medical environment such as health care facities. Follow any
regulations or rules that instruct you to not use the unit.
Medical equipment may be sensitive to RF energy.
If the unit is being used together with any medical devices (such as pacemakers, hearing
aids, etc.) consult the physician and/or the manufacturer of the device to determine if it
is adequately shielded from external RF energy.
3.1.3 Aircraft
Do not use the unit in an aircraft.The use of a wireless unit in an aircraft may be
dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, disrupt the wireless network, and may be
illegal.
Failure to observe these instructions may lead to suspension or denial of cellular services
to the offender, legal action, or both.
3.1.4 ehicle
If the unit is incorrectly installed in a vehicular environment, the operation of the unit
could interfere with the vehicle electronics. Faulty installation and/or operation can
constitute a safety hazard.
3.1.5 For ehicles equipped with an airbag
An air bag inflates with great force. DO NOT place objects, including either installed or
portable wireless equipment, in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment
area. If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates, seri-
ous injury could result.
3.1.6 Blasting areas
Do not use the unit where blasting is in progress or in “blasting areas”.
Observe restrictions and follow any regulation or rules.
3.1.7 Explosive atmospheres
Do not use the unit in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere.
Potentially explosive areas are often, but not always, clearly marked.
They include fuelling areas such as petrol stations, below decks on boats, fuel or chemical
transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such
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3.1.8 RF energy
The GD-0 US is a low power radio transmitter and receiver. When it is ON, it receives
and also sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. However, certain elec-
tronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless unit.
All radio transmitting devices send signals which may cause interference in different
electronic devices.To avoid interference, place the units antenna on a sufficiently long
distance from other electronics.
3.1.9 Critical applications
Cellular units operate using radio signals and cellular networks cannot be guaranteed to
connect in all conditions.Therefore you should never rely solely on a wireless device for
essential communications, for example medical emergencies.
3.1.10 Backup copies
Remember to make backup copies of all important data, for example PIN/PUK codes,
contents of SIM card etc.
3.1.11 Antenna care
Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas,
modifications, or attachments could damage the unit and may violate FCC regulations.
Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when the unit is in use. Contact with the
antenna affects call quality and may cause the unit to operate at a higher power level
than otherwise needed.
The antenna connected to the unit is a magnetic mounted antenna with 0 dBd gain.
Using this antenna the total composite power in PCS mode is smaller than TBD watt ERP.
The antenna used for this mobile transmitter:
Part Number Description Gain Frequency range [MHz]
3 93-9047 MiniMag Dual Band 0 dBd 824–894, 7 0– 880, 850–2 70
3.2 Caution!
In order to comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, install the GD-0 US and its
antenna so that a minimum distance of 20 cm (8 inches) can be maintained between the
antenna in use and all persons.The antenna used for this mobile transmitter must not be
co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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3.3 FCC/Industry Canada Notice
3.3.1 Statement according to FCC part 15.105
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 5 of the FCC Rules.These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-
tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installa-
tion.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television recep-
tion, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
3.3.2 Statement according to FCC part 15.21
Modifications not expressly approved by Westermo could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
3.3.3. Statement according to FCC part 15.19
This device complies with Part 5 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
( ) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
4. Approvals
EMC: FCC part 2, 5, 22 and 24
Network: PTCRB
Safety: UL 60950- , CSA 22.2 No 60950- -03 (first edition)

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5. Specifications
GD-01 US
Rated voltage 2 – 36 VDC (reverse polarity protected)
Operating voltage 0.8 – 39.6 VDC
Rated current 350/40 mA @ 2 VDC
online mode/ 75/20 mA @ 24 VDC
idle mode 7/ 7 mA @ 36 VDC
Rated frequency DC
Connection Detachable screw terminal
Connector size 0.2 – 2.5 mm2(AWG 24- 2)
Power interface
GSM services
Circuit Switched Data Asynchronous transparent or non-transparent
up to 4.4 kbit/s
MNP2 error correction and V.42 bis data compression
Fax Fax group 3 (Class and Class 2)
SMS 60 characters text or PDU
Point to point (MT/MO)
Cell broadcast
GPRS GPRS Class 8, Class B
Coding scheme: CS to CS4
Communication and service interface, RS-232
Electrical specification RS-232
Data rate 300 bit/s – 5.2 kbit/s
Data format 7 or 8 databits, Odd, Even, None, Mark or Space parity
Connection 9-pin D-sub and 5-pin screw terminal
Circuit type SELV, max 5 m length, shielding not required
Transmission range 5 m
Antenna interface
Frequency GSM850: 824-849 and 869-894 MHz
GSM 900: .850 – .9 0 and .930 – .990 MHz
Connection 50 ohm impedance SMA female antenna connector
SIM interface
3 volts SIM cards supported

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Mechanical
Dimension (WxHxD) 55 x 00 x 28 mm
Weight 0.3 kg
Mounting 35 mm DIN-rail
Degree of protection IP 20 (IEC 529)
Isolation
Power to all other ,5 kV RMS @ 50Hz and 60 s duration
Environmental
Temperature, operating –25 to +50°C (– 3 to + 22°F)
Temperature, storage –25 to +70°C (– 3 to + 58°F)
and transportation
Relative humidity, operating 5 to 95% (non-condensing)
Relative humidity, storage 5 to 95%
and transportation (condensation allowed outside packaging)

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6. Care and Maintenance
No maintenance is required, as long as the unit is used within the specified conditions.
Follow the recommendations below to maintain full operation of unit and to fulfil the
warranty obligations.
• Do not attempt to disassemble the unit.There are no user serviceable parts
inside.
• Do not drop, knock or shake the unit, rough handling above the specification may
cause damage to internal circuit boards.
• Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the
unit.
• Do not paint the unit. Paint can clog the unit and prevent proper operation.
• Do not expose the unit to any kind of liquids (rain, beverages, etc).
The unit is not waterproof. Keep the unit within the specified humidity levels.
• Do not use or store the unit in dusty, dirty areas, connectors as well as other
mechanical part may be damaged.
• Use only an approved antenna. Use of unauthorized antennas, modifications or
attachments to authorized antenna could damage the unit and invalidate any
approval or warranty applying to the unit.
• Always disconnect the power supply from the unit before you install the SIM card
and if you remove the unit from any connected equipment.Always use the com-
mand AT+CPOF or AT+CFUN=0 before disconnection the power if the SIM card
is inserted.
• If the unit is not working properly, contact the place of purchase, nearest
Westermo distributor office or Westermo Tech support.

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7. Installation
7.1 Mounting / Removal
Before mounting or removing the unit:
Prevent damage to internal electronics from electrostatic
discharges (ESD) by discharging your body to a grounding
point (e.g. use of wrist strap).
Hazardous voltage may occur within this unit when
connected to power supply.
Prevent access to hazardous voltages by disconnecting the
unit from power supply and all other electrical connections.
Mounting
This unit should be mounted on 35 mm DIN-rail which is horizontally mounted on a wall
or cabinet backplate.
This unit uses convection cooling.To avoid obstructing the airflow around the unit,
use the following spacing rules. Recommended spacing 25 mm ( .0 inch) above/below
and 0 mm (0.4 inches) left/right the unit.
Snap on mounting, see figure
Removal
Press down the black support at the back of the unit
using a screwdriver, see figure.
10 mm *
(0.4 inches)
CLICK!
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25 mm
25 mm
* Spacing (left/right) recommended
for full operating temperature range

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7.2 SIM card
The SIM card is accessable under the lid on top of the unit.The SIM card is needed for
full operation of the unit.
Warning!
Prevent damage to internal electronics from electrostatic discharges (ESD)
by discharging your body to a grounding point (e.g. use of wrist strap), before
the lid on top of the unit is removed.
Warning! Do not open connected equipment.
Hazardous voltage may occur within this unit when connected to power supply.
Prevent access to hazardous voltages by disconnecting the unit from power
supply and all other electrical connections.
It is necessary to have a GSM subscription from a net-
work operator.
They will provide you with a SIM card that should be
mounted in the SIM card holder.
The SIM card holder is located under the top lid of the
unit.
Press the button to eject the holder. Mount the SIM card
in the holder and make sure it is correctly installed
before it is pushed back into the unit.
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7.3 Antenna care and placement
Warning, unit contains internal hazardous voltage when power supply is con-
nected.
Prevent access to hazardous voltages by disconnecting the unit from power
supply and all other electrical connections.
Since the GD-0 US is installed in a fixed location, special care must be taken
when planning the installation, especially when placing the antenna. The standard
antenna shipped with the product is an efficient dual-band antenna designed for
the 850 MHz and the 900 MHz frequency bands used in the US and Canada.
Depending on the installation location and surrounding materials, the signal
strength reaching the GD-0 US may not be sufficient. The best way to find the
optimal position of the antenna is to use the command AT+CSQ that returns
the “received signal strength”. Please refer to the AT-command guide for further
information.
The antenna must only be connected locally and not connected to a cable
distribution system going outside the building.
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7.4 Connections
RS-232 interface,
5-position
screw terminal
SIM interface
Antenna interface,
SMA female
connector
RS-232 interface,
9-pos D-sub
Power connection 2–36 VDC

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Connection Direction Description
No. Out DCD
No. 2 Out RD
No. 3 In TD
No. 4 In DTR
No. 5 - Signal ground
No. 6 Out DSR
No. 7 In RTS
No. 8 Out CTS
No. 9 Out RI
Connection in GD-0 US Direction Description
5-pos screw terminal
No. – Signal ground
No. 2 Out CTS
No. 3 In RTS
No. 4 Out RD
No. 5 In TD
7.4.1 Power interface
2-pos screw terminal Description
No. –VDC
No. 2 +VDC
7.4.2 RS-232 interface, screw terminal
7.4.3 RS-232 interface, 9-pin D-sub
Connection Direction Description
SMA female connector – 2W @ GSM 850
W @ GSM 900
7.4.4 Antenna interface
Connection Direction Description
SIM card – Supported SIM card
voltage: 3 volt
7.4.5 SIM card interface

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PWR On Correct internal power
Off No internal power
NET Off Device switched off – Not ready
On Device switched on Connecting to network
Flashing slowly Device switched on Idle mode (registered on network)
Flashing rapidly Device switched on Transmission mode
TD Blinking LED showing data received from the local RS-232 port
Off No data received on the local RS-232 port
RD Blinking LED showing data transmitted on the local RS-232 port
Off No data transmitted on the local RS-232 port
RTS On RS-232 RTS signal is active
Off RS-232 RTS signal is inactive
CTS On RS-232 CTS signal is active
Off RS-232 CTS signal is inactive
DCD On RS-232 DCD signal is active
Off RS-232 DCD signal is inactive
7.5 LED indicators

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7.6 Quick Start guide
The serial interface default configuration is:
… 5.2 kbit/s, 8 databits, no parity and stop bit
(please refer to AT+IPR and AT+ICF commands)
… RTS / CTS flowcontrol enabled (please refer to AT+IFC command)
… DTR signal must be active from the DTE (please refer to AT&Dn command)
Follow the steps below to get the unit up and running as quickly as possible:
… Make sure the power is disconnected from the unit
… Insert a valid SIM-card with correct services enabled
(e.g. incoming and outgoing DATA service)
… Make sure that the antenna is connected and placed in the best position possible
… Power on the unit and make sure that the PIN code of the SIM-card is disabled either
with the help of a mobile phone or with the command AT+CLCK. If the PIN code
should be enabled make sure to enter the correct PIN code with the command
AT+CPIN
… Check on the front of the GD that the NET LED is flashing, this means that the unit
has a connection to the GSM network and that it is registered
… Check the received signal quality with a terminal program (please refer to AT+CSQ
command) The value of the first parameter reported from the +CSQ command
should be between 0 and 3 , the value of the second parameter should always be 0
… Make sure that the DTE equipment is connected and configured with the same serial
settings as the GD unit
… Configure the GD unit with appropriate commands as needed in the specific applica-
tion. Please refer to the application examples found in the AT-command guide
Make sure that the DTE equipment is connected and configured with the same serial
settings as the GD unit
… Configure the GD unit with appropriate commands as needed in the specific applica-
tion. Please refer to the application examples found in the AT-command guide
7.7 Configuration
The GD-0 US can be configured via industry standard set of AT-commands on the
service port interface.
For a complete description of all AT-commands please refer to the AT-command guide.
7.7.1 Service port
The service port (RS-232 interface) is default configured to:
Serial speed: 5.2 kbit/s
Data format: 8 data bits, No parity and stop bit
Flow control: RTS / CTS
DTR control: ON (AT&D2)

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8. Functional description
The GD-0 US is used for for wireless data transmissions over the public GSM network.
It can be used to link PLC:s, data loggers, security and surveillance systems or for data
acquisition.
The GSM services supported by the Westermo GD-0 US are Circuit Switched Data,
Fax, SMS and GPRS. A data communication link can be established to another GSM
modem, to an analogue modem or to a digital ISDN adapter.The protocol used when
connecting to an analogue modem is V.2 ,V.22,V.22bis,V.23,V32 or V.34.The protocol
used when connecting to an ISDN adapter is V. 0. A connection can be established
either via AT-commands (ATD…) or via the RS-232 signal DTR.The DTR connection is
made to a preconfigured number.The unit can send and receive FAX according to Fax
Class 2 Group 3. SMS messages can be transmitted or received. An SMS send session can
be initiated by either an AT command or by a positive transition of the DTR signal.
Sending and receiving of packet data is possible with the GPRS service.
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9. GSM network operators, subscriptions and services
The GD-0 US support several services in the GSM network. In order to get the unit
to work properly its important that the GSM service used in a specific application also
is enabled on the subscription (the SIM card).
When ordering a SIM card from a network operator its necessary to confirm that the
specific service needed for the application is enabled before trying to set up the commu-
nication link.
The implementations of the networks may also differ slightly from network to network.
Hints:
… When using a GSM modem in a fixed installation its in most cases a good idea to
disable the PIN code on the SIM card. In some GSM operators’ subscriptions its not
possible to disable the PIN code.This means that every time the unit is restarted, the
SIM card wants to have the PIN code before it can register to the GSM network and
work properly. However, most of the GSM network operators allow the user to dis-
able the PIN code and the SIM card security is in most cases sufficient when the unit
is installed in a restricted and locked area.
… When using the CSD service its important to confirm with the operator that the
service is enabled. Some networks do not support all the data rates supported by
the GD-0 US.
… When using a GSM modem in another GSM operators network its important
to check the roaming agreements between the “home” network operator
(the operator that provided the SIM card) and the other network operator.
… The coverage area of a specific network may not be sufficient for a reliable connection
on a specific place of installation. Several network operators may cover the same area
and it could be a good idea to contact other operators to see which network opera-
tor that provide the best GSM signal strength.
… When using a GSM modem in a fixed location, the network could be equipped with
a functionality that de-registers mobile stations that do not originate or receives any
connections.When a modem not is registered its not possible to make any outgoing
or incoming connections. Some networks de-registers a fixed “idle” user after 2–3
weeks and some other network operators does not have this functionality at all.
However, this problem can be solved with an AT-command <AT+WRST> that allows
the user to configure a timeout period after which the unit will make a reset and re-
register to the network. Please refer to the AT-command listing in the AT-Command
guide.The network operator should also be able to provide information whether this
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10. Glossary
ADN SIM phonebook
BCCH Broadcast Control Channel
BSIC Base Station Identity Code
CI Cell Identity
CID Context Identifier
CLIP Calling Line Identification Presentation
CLIR Calling Line Identification Restriction
CPHS Common PCN Handset Specification
CSD Circuit Switched Data
CUG Closed User Group
EF-CBMI Elementary File on SIM card, containing Cell broadcast message identifier
EF-CCID Elementary File on SIM card, containing ICC identification
FDN Fixed dialling phonebook
GGSN Gateway GPRS Support Node
GPRS General Packet Data Service
GSM Global System for Mobile communications
ICC Intergrated Circuit(s) Card
IMSI International Mobile Subscriber Identity
IPCP Internet Protocol Control Packet
LAC Location Area Code
MCC Mobile Country Code
ME Mobile Equipment
MNC Mobile Network Code
MNC Mobile Network Code
MO Mobile Originated
MOC Mobile Originated Call (a call made from a MS to the PSTN, an outgoing call)
MS Mobile Station (mobile terminal supporting GSM services)
MT Mobile Terminated
MTC Mobile Terminated Call (a call from a fixed network to a MS)
NSAPI Network layer Service Access Point Identifier
NWK Network
PCN Personal Communications Networks
PDU Protocol Data Unit
PLMN Public Land Mobile Network
RSSI Received Signal Strength Indication
RxLev Received signal level , the same as RSSI (refer to AT+CSQ)
SIM Subscriber Identity Module
SMS Short Message Service
SNDCP Sub Network Dependant Convergence Protocol
TE Terminal Equipment