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MultiModem ® EDGE Wireless Modem MTCBA-E User Guide.
Copyright and Technical Support Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 2 MultiModem® EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide Model MTCBA -E S000381F, Revision F Copyright This publication may not be reproduced, in w hole or in part, without prior ex pressed w ritten permission from Multi- Tech Systems, Inc.
Table of Contents Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 3 Contents Chapter 1 – Product Descrip tion and Speci fications ............................................................................. ...................4 Product Descr iption .
Chapter 1 – Product Descrip tion and Specifications Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 4 Chapter 1 – P r oduct Descript ion and Specif icat ions Product Description The MultiModem® EDGE wireless modem delivers some of the fa stest cellular w ireless data speeds by utilizing EDGE technology.
Chapter 1 – Product Descrip tion and Specifications Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 5 Safety General Safety The modem is designed for and intended to be used in fixed and mobile applications.
Chapter 1 – Product Descrip tion and Specifications Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 6 Maintenance of Your Modem Your Wireless MultiModem is the product of advanced engineering, design and crafts manship and should be treated with care.
Chapter 1 – Product Descrip tion and Specifications Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 7 General Specifications General Specifications Power Requirements 5 V to 32VDC; 400mA Average @5V, 1A Peak @ 5V Circuit Switched Data/Fax Features As ynchronous, non-transparent up to 14.
Chapter 1 – Product Descrip tion and Specifications Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 8 Antenna Specifications GSM/EGSM Antenna Requirements/Specifications Frequency Range: 824 – 960 MHz / 1710 – 1990 MHz Impedance: 50 Ohms V S W R : < 2 .
Chapter 1 – Product Descrip tion and Specifications Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 9 RS232 15-Pin Connector Pinout 10 11 6 1 5 15 PIN EIA CCIT Designation RS-232 1 DCD 109 Data Carrier Direct 6 RX 104 Receive Data (out) 2 TX 103 T ransmit Data 8 DT R 108.
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 10 Chapter 2 – A ct iv at ion and Instal lat ion Step 1 – Activate Your Wireless Account Please see the wireless account Activation Notices lo cated on the MultiModem CD.
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 11 Step 3 – Connect the Antenna Serial Cable, and Power Antenna Connect a suitable antenna to the SMA connector (S ee antenna specifications in Chapter 1).
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 12 Power Plug the power supply cable into the modem. For Two-Piece Transformer Power Supply (International) . • Connect the AC cord receptacle into the transformer block.
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 13 Step 5 – Attach the Modem to a Flat Surface (Optional) To mount the Wireless Mu ltiModem, do the following: 1. Obtain mounting screws (tw o are needed) that are appropriate for the surface on which you w ill mount the MultiModem.
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 14 Step 5 – Install the Modem Driver Introduction Compatibility: The wireless modem is compatible w ith Windows 2000/2003+, Windows XP, and Linux.
Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless modem Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 15 Chapter 3 – Using Y our W ir eless Modem Phone Number for the Wireless Modem • Every w ireless modem will have its ow n unique phone number provided by your wireless provider.
Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 16 Establishing a Voice Call • Enter PIN Code (Enter this only if required b y your w irele.
Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 17 Using Short Message Service (SMS) If you have SMS (Short Message Service), you can manipulat e such messages in these w ays: send, read, store, and delete.
Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 18 SMS Examples Send Example: Send SMS message to an other SMS compatible device: at+cmgf=1 (.
Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 19 Internet Access Internet access can be setup in Windows Dial-Up Netw orki ng (DUN) of the computer t hat the wireless modem is serving. Setup procedures will vary according to t he ty pe of wireless service provider used.
Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 20 Create Your Dial-Up Connection in Windows XP/2003 1. Click on Start and then click on Control Panel . 2. In the Control Panel , double-click on Network Connections .
Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 21 Internet Access Internet access can be setup in Windows Dial-Up Netw orki ng (DUN) of the computer t hat the wireless modem is serving. Setup procedures will vary according to t he ty pe of wireless service provider used.
Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 22 Create Your Dial-Up Connection in Windows XP/2003 17. Click on Start and then click on Control Panel . 18. In the Control Panel , double-click on Network Connections .
Chapter 4 – Troubleshooting and Frequently Asked Questions Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 23 Chapter 4 – Troubleshoot ing and Fr equently A sk ed Quest ions Tro.
Chapter 4 – Troubleshooting and Frequently Asked Questions Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 24 Frequently Asked Questions Which providers can I use? • Two major providers are T-Mobile and AT&T.
Chapter 4 – Troubleshooting and Frequently Asked Questions Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 25 A fter changing the + CNMI, + CSCA, or +CSMP command values, the modem doesn’t store them. • When changing these command values, you must use the +CSAS command to store the changes.
Appendix A – Warranty and Repairs Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 26 Appendix A – W ar r ant y and R epairs Multi-Tech Warranty Statement Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.
Appendix A – Warranty and Repairs Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 27 Repair Procedures for International Distributors International distributors should contact their MTS International sales represent ative for information about the repair of Mult i-Tech product(s).
Appendix B – Waste Electrical and El ectronic Equipment Statement Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 28 Appendix B - W aste Elect rical and Elect r onic Equipment (WE.
Appendix C – China ROHS Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem EDGE Wireless Modem User Guide 29 Appendix C – C -R OHS HT/TS Substanc e Conc ent r at ion 依照中国标准的有毒有害物质信息.
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