Maestro Heritage

Maestro Heritage
GSM GPRS Modem
850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
USER MANUAL
Rev. 03
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Tel: 852 2869 0688 Fax: 852 2525 4701
Address: Room 3603-3609, 36/F, 118 Connaught Road West, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
REVISION HISTORY
Rev.
00
01
02
03
Date
11 Sept 2007
04 Oct 2007
04 Jan 2008
28 Jan 2008
Details
First release
Second release
Third release
Fourth release
Originated by
K.K Chan
K.K Chan
K.K Chan
Cecile Lin
This manual is written without any warranty.
Maestro Wireless Solution Ltd. reserves the right to modify or improve the product
and its accessories which can also be withdrawn without prior notice.
Besides, our company stresses the fact that the performance of the product as well as
accessories depends not only on the proper conditions of use, but also on the
environment around the places of use.
Maestro Wireless Solution Ltd. assumes no liability for damage incurred directly or
indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the modem and the
manual.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
REVISION HISTORY................................................................. 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................................... 2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS............................................................. 3
Using the modem in vehicle ................................................... 3
Protecting your modem ......................................................... 3
CHAPTER 1: Introduction ......................................................... 4
1. Package .......................................................................... 4
2. Interfaces ....................................................................... 4
a. Status indicator......................................................... 4
b. SMA female antenna connector ................................... 5
c. 9-Pin D-Sub Female connector (RS232) ........................ 5
d. 4-Pin connector (Power input) ..................................... 6
3. Optional accessories ......................................................... 6
CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION ...................................................... 7
1. Install the SIM card .......................................................... 7
2. Connect the external antenna (SMA type)............................ 7
3. Connect the modem to external device................................ 8
4. Connect the DC power supply ............................................ 8
CHAPTER 3: WORKING WITH MAESTRO HERITAGE ...................... 9
1. Checking the modem (using Microsoft Windows XP
HyperTerminal as example) ................................................... 9
2. Basic operation .............................................................. 11
CHAPTER 4: SPECIFICATIONS................................................. 12
CHAPTER 5: APPENDIX .......................................................... 13
CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 14
1. The modem’s LED does not light....................................... 14
2. The modem’s LED lights but does not blink long time after power
up ....................................................................................14
3. The modem does not respond to the terminal program ........ 14
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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The modem generates radio frequency (RF) power. When using the modem care
must be taken on safety issues related to RF interference as well as regulations of
RF equipment.
•
Do not use your phone in aircraft, hospitals, petrol stations or in places where
using GSM products is prohibited.
•
Be sure that the modem will not be interfering with nearby equipment. For
example: pacemakers or medical equipment. The antenna of the modem should
be away from computers, office equipment, home appliance, etc.
•
An external antenna must be connected to the modem for proper operation. Only
used approved antennas with the modem. Please contact authorized dealer on
finding an approved antenna.
•
Always keep the antenna with minimum safety distance of 26.6 cm or more from
human body. Do not put the antenna inside metallic box, containers, etc.
Using the modem in vehicle
•
Check for any regulation or law authorizing the use of GSM in vehicle in your
country before installing the modem
•
Install the modem by qualified personnel. Consult your vehicle dealer for any
possible interference of electronic parts by the modem.
•
The modem should be connected to the vehicle’s supply system by using a
fuse-protected terminal in the vehicle’s fuse box
•
Be careful when the modem is powered by the vehicle’s main battery. The battery
may be drained after extended period.
Protecting your modem
•
To ensure error-free usage, please install and operate your modem with care. Do
remember the following:
•
Do not expose the modem to extreme conditions such as high humidity/rain, high
temperatures, direct sunlight, caustic/harsh chemicals, dust, or water.
•
Do not try to disassemble or modify the modem. There is no user serviceable part
inside and the warranty would be void.
•
Do not drop, hit or shake the modem. Do not use the modem under extreme
vibrating condition.
•
Do not pull the antenna or power supply cable. Attach/ detach by holding the
connector.
•
Connect the modem only according to the instruction manual. Failure to do it will
void the warranty.
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CHAPTER 1: Introduction
Maestro Heritage is a ready-to-use GSM modem for data, fax and SMS services.
It also supports GPRS (Class 10) and EDGE for hi-speed data transfer. Maestro
Heritage can be easily controlled by using AT command for all kinds of operations.
With standard 9 - pin RS232 port, the Maestro Heritage can be set up with minimal
effort.
Maestro Heritage also having an Expansion Slot to make the modem becomes
even more powerful. Add-on unit such as Input/Output, Ethernet Router and GPS
etc…
1. Package
The Maestro Heritage package should include the following:
- Maestro Heritage x 1
- Power cord with fuse x 1
- Safety note x 1
2. Interfaces
SIM holder
eject button
Status
indicator
SMA female antenna
connector
SIM holder
Rubber
cover
9 pin Sub-D Female
Connector (RS232)
4-PIN connector (Power
input)
a. Status indicator
The LED will indicate different status of the modem:
ON/OFF
EDGE
Rx
Tx
Signal Strength
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Name
Descriptions
Signal Strength
Strong (CSQ 27 or higher)
Signal Strength
Medium (CSQ 23 – 26)
Signal Strength
Low (CSQ 14 – 22)
Signal Strength
Weak (CSQ 1 – 13)
Rx
Data receive over TCP/UDP
Tx
Data transmit over TCP/UDP
EDGE
Availability of EDGE
GSM Status
OFF – Modem is off
On – Modem is not registered to GSM network
Slow blinking – Modem is registered to GSM network
Fat blinking – Modem is in GSM communication
b. SMA female antenna connector
Connect this to an external antenna with SMA male connector. Make sure the
antenna is for the GSM 900 / 1800 or GSM 850 / 1900 frequency with impedance of
50ohm, and also connector is secured tightly.
c. 9-Pin D-Sub Female connector (RS232)
The connector provides serial link to the modem
Sub-D 9 pin
Pin number
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Name
DCD
RXD
TXD
DTR
GND
DSR
RTS
CTS
RI
EIA designation
Data Carrier Detect
Receive Data
Transmit Data
Data Terminal Ready
Ground
Data Set Ready
Request To Send
Clear To Send
Ring Indicator
Type
Output
Output
Input
Input
Ground
Output
Input
Output
Output
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d. 4-Pin connector (Power input)
A cable, included in the package shall be used for power supply connection:
5-32V DC
Supply
Connector Micro-Fit 3.0
(to Fargo Maestro)
Fuse
Stripped wire
Pin assignment of 4-Pin connector
Pin number
1
2
3
4
Name
Not used
Not used
POWER POWER +
Functions
None
None
DC power negative input
DC power positive input
3. Optional accessories
You may contact your sales agent for the following optional accessories:
External antenna
- Magnetic mount type
- Frequency GSM 900/1800 band (3dBi)
- Frequency GSM 850 / 1900 band (0dBi)
- VSWR < 1.5:1
- Height ~ 236 mm (including magnetic base)
- Cable: Type RG-174U length 2.5m
- SMA male connector on cable end
- Color: back (SMA connector silver)
RS232 Cable
- Direct connection with standard 9-pin
RS-232 port (DTE)
- Shielded cable
- Cable length 1.1m (w/ connector)
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CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION
1. Install the SIM card
Use a ball pen or paper clip to press the SIM holder eject button. The SIM holder will
come out a little. Then take out the SIM holder.
Note: DO NOT pull out the SIM holder without pushing the ejector.
Put the SIM card to the tray; make sure it has completely sat on the tray. Put the tray
back into the slot.
2. Connect the external antenna (SMA type)
Connect this to an external antenna with SMA male connector. Make sure the antenna
is for the GSM 900/1800 or GSM 850 / 1900 frequency with impedance of 50ohm, and
also connector is secured tightly.
Note: Please use antenna designed for GSM 900/1800 or GSM 850 / 1900 MHz
operation. Incorrect antenna will affect communication and even damage the modem.
SMA male connector of antenna
Secure
tightly
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3. Connect the modem to external device
You can use the RS232 cable to connect the modem's Sub-D connector to external
controller/computer.
Connection example using RS232 cable:
Heritage
Sub-D 9 pin
DB-9
RS-232 Port of
PC
4. Connect the DC power supply
Connect the open ending of the inducted power cord to a DC supply. Refer to the
following for power supply requirement.
Input voltage range
Rated current
5V – 32V
500 mA
AC-DC
Adaptor or
battery
Solder wire
Connect the connector to the modem. The modem will turn on automatically.
The status indicator on the modem will be lit when power on. After a few seconds it will
go flashing slowly (registered to the network successfully refer 1.2.1).
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CHAPTER 3: WORKING WITH MAESTRO HERITAGE
1. Checking the modem (using Microsoft Windows XP
HyperTerminal as example)
a. On the first time power-up you can use terminal software to
communicate with the modem through an RS232 serial port. Following
example is using the HyperTerminal in Windows XP.
b. On Windows XP, start the HyperTerminal program. Assign a name for a
new session.
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c. Choose the correct Com port and baud rate settings (9600bps for Eco;
115200bps for others, 8bits, no parity bit, 1 stop bit)
d. On the terminal screen, type "AT" to check the "OK" response from the
modem
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2. Basic operation
Followings are examples of some AT commands. Please refer to the AT command
document for a full description.
Note: Issue AT+CMEE=1 to have extended error code (+CME ERROR)
Description
Network
registration
checking
AT commands
AT+CREG?
Modem
response
CREG=<mode>,1
CREG=<mode>,2
CREG=<mode>,0
Receiving
signal strength
AT+CSQ
Receiving an
incoming call
ATA
Make a call
ATD1234567;
+CSQ:20,0
RING
Comments
Modem registered to the
network
Registration lost,
re-registration attempt
Modem not registered on the
network, no registration
attempt
The first parameter has to be
at least 15 for normal
communication
An incoming call is waiting
Answer the call
OK
OK
CME ERROR : 11
CME ERROR : 3
Make an
emergency call
ATD 112;
Don’t forget the “;” at the
end for “voice” call
Communication established
PIN code not entered (with
+ CME = 1 mode)
AOC credit exceeded or a
communication is already
established
Don’t forget the “;” at the
end for “voice” call
OK
NO CARRIER
Communication
loss
Hang up
ATH
Enter PIN code
AT+CPIN=1234
OK
OK
+CME ERROR : 16
+CME ERROR : 3
Saves
parameters in
non-volatile
memory
PIN Code accepted
Incorrect PIN code (with
+CME = 1 mode)
PIN already entered (with
+CME = 1 mode)
AT&W
OK
The configuration settings
are stored
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CHAPTER 4: SPECIFICATIONS
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Quad-Band GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 /1900 MHz
•
Support Data, Voice and Fax
•
ETSI GSM Phase 2 + compliant
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LED Bar indication of RSSI, Network Registration, Up/Down data Traffic and
EDGE availability
•
Group 3 FAX support (Class 1 and 2)
•
GPRS Class 10 / EDGE Class 10
•
Real time clock backup by Super-Capacitor
•
Built-in watchdog chip to prevent modem lock-up
•
Control via AT command (GSM 07.05, GSM 07.07 and WAVECOM proprietary)
Power requirements:
Input voltage range
Rated current
5V - 32V
500 mA
Typical current consumption:
GSM900 communication mode PCL=5
DCS1800 communication mode PCL=5
GPRS900 class 10 PCL=5
GPRS1800 class 10 PCL=0
Idle mode
Idle mode with power saving
@5V
310mA
240mA
520mA
390mA
80mA
75mA
@12V
130mA
100mA
220mA
160mA
35mA
34mA
@32V
50mA
40mA
80mA
70mA
18mA
15mA
Interfaces:
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SIM Holder
•
9 pin sub-D connector
•
4 pin power supply connector
•
SMA antenna connector (50 Ohm)
•
Din rail mountable
•
Expansion slot for add-on module for customized functions
Dimensions
•
Overall size:
79mm x 84mm x 27mm
•
Weight:
100g
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Temperature range:
-20°C to +55°C Operating ETSI compliant
-35°C to +85°C Operating functional
-40°C to +85°C Storage
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CHAPTER 5: APPENDIX
Factory settings
The modem has the following factory settings. Please refer to the AT command
document for the meaning of each setting.
Related AT commands
AT+IPR
AT+IFC
AT+ICF
ATE
AT&C
AT&D
ATQ
ATV
AT&S
ATS0
AT+CLIP
AT+CRLP
AT+CSCS
AT+CMGF
AT+CSMP
AT+CNMI
Factory settings
115200
2,2
3,4
1
1
2
0
1
1
0
0
“PCCP437”
1
1,67,0,0
0,1,0,0
Description
DTE-DCE data rate
DTE-DCE flow control
DTE-DCE character framing
ECHO
DCR signal
DTR signal
Result code suppression
Response format
DSR signal
Auto answer
Calling line ID presentation
Calling line ID restriction
Message format
Test mode parameters
New message indication
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CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING
1. The modem’s LED does not light
Check if the modem has been properly connected to a 5 - 32V power supply
Check if the power connector is properly inserted
Check the fuse on the power cord
2. The modem’s LED lights but does not blink long time
after power up
Check if a valid SIM card has been properly inserted
Check if the SIM card has been locked (refer to AT+CPIN command in AT command
guide)
Check if the external has been properly connected to the modem
Check if the network coverage is available
3. The modem does not respond to the terminal program
Check if the RS232 cable has been properly connected
Check if your program has proper settings. Factory setting of the modem is:
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115200
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8 data bits
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No parity bit
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1 stop bit
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