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  • Page 1 Revision: 09/2019 Copyright © 2018 – 2019 Campbell Scientific...
  • Page 3 Quotations for repairs can be given on request. It is the policy of Campbell Scientific to protect the health of its employees and provide a safe working environment, in support of this policy a “Declaration of Hazardous Material and Decontamination”...

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    PLEASE READ FIRST About this manual Please note that this manual was originally produced by Campbell Scientific Inc. primarily for the North American market. Some spellings, weights and measures may reflect this origin. Some useful conversion factors: Area: 1 in...
  • Page 7 • Periodically (at least yearly) check electrical ground connections. WHILE EVERY ATTEMPT IS MADE TO EMBODY THE HIGHEST DEGREE OF SAFETY IN ALL CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC PRODUCTS, THE CUSTOMER ASSUMES ALL RISK FROM ANY INJURY RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION, USE, OR MAINTENANCE OF TRIPODS, TOWERS, OR ATTACHMENTS TO TRIPODS AND TOWERS...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1. Cellular communications 2. Pre-installation 2.1 Establish cellular service 2.1.1 Campbell Scientific cellular data service 2.1.2 Other service providers 2.2 Install the SIM card 2.3 Konect PakBus Router setup 2.3.1 Get started 2.3.2 Set up Konect PakBus Router 3.
  • Page 10 6.4.1 Integrated mode option 6.4.2 Non-integrated mode option 6.4.2.1 Configure CELL200 series 6.4.2.2 Configure data logger 6.4.2.3 Set up hardware 6.4.2.4 Set up LoggerNet 6.4.2.5 Test the connection 6.4.3 Serial server mode option 6.4.3.1 Configure CELL200 series 6.4.3.2 Configure data logger 6.4.3.3 Set up hardware 6.4.3.4 Set up LoggerNet 6.4.3.5 Test the connection...
  • Page 11 C.2 Status commands C.3 Set commands C.4 Action commands Appendix D. Updating the operating system and firmware D.1 Using the web interface (cell.linktodevice.com) D.2 Using Device Configuration Utility Appendix E. Verizon Wireless and AT&T E.1 Verizon Wireless E.2 AT&T Appendix F. Cellular module regulatory information F.1 Important information for North American users F.2 RF exposure F.3 EU...

  • Page 13: Cellular Communications

    Zealand 3G fallback ✔ CELL225 4G LTE Japan 1 More than 600 other providers are available worldwide through Campbell Scientific. See Establish cellular service (p. 2) for more information. Before using the CELL200 series, please review: Safety (p. iii) Pre-installation (p.

  • Page 14: Pre-Installation

    T-Mobile, Vodafone, Telstra, and over 600 other providers worldwide. When this cellular service is purchased with the module, the module will come pre-provisioned with the required SIM card and APN. If you have already purchased the CELL200 series, call Campbell Scientific to set up service.

  • Page 15: Install The Sim Card

    This does not apply to Campbell Scientific cellular data services. 2.2 Install the SIM card NOTE: If you purchased cellular service from Campbell Scientific with the module, it will come with the SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card already installed. Proceed to Konect PakBus Router setup (p.

  • Page 16: Konect Pakbus Router Setup

    2.3 Konect PakBus Router setup For better security, we recommend using Konect PakBus® Router with a private dynamic IP address. This method allows only incoming PakBus communication. No other incoming communication is supported. However, all forms of outbound communication from the data logger are supported, including but not limited to PakBus, email, and ftp.

  • Page 17: Set Up Konect Pakbus Router

    You will need the Konect PakBus Router redemption code that came on a card with the CELL200 series. 2.3.2 Set up Konect PakBus Router 1. Sign in to www.konectgds.com using your Passport ID and Password found in the two received emails. Once logged in, you will be at the Welcome page. CELL200-Series 4G LTE Cellular Module...
  • Page 18 2. Click devices and services on the command bar to the left and select Redeem PakBus Router Code. Enter your complimentary Router Code found on the included card with your cellular-enabled device and click Submit. 3. The next screen shows the assigned DNS address and Port for the router. An optional TCP Password may be entered for additional security, and you must select a unique PakBus Address for your data logger.

  • Page 19: Overview

    5. To edit settings at a later date, click devices and services on the command bar and select Manage PakBus Routers. NOTE: The DNS address and Port number, assigned when your account was setup, cannot be edited. 3. Overview The CELL200-series modules may be configured in one of five ways, depending on the data logger, communications type, and needs of the user.

  • Page 20: Quickstart (Integrated Mode)

    Serial Client: Use this mode when the module is behind a cellular provider firewall and it has a private dynamic IP address. In serial client mode the module will connect to the cellular network and initiate a TCP client socket connection. Serial Server/Client: In serial server/client mode the module connects to the cellular network and opens a listening port.
  • Page 21 The second sticker will show the static IP address. Campbell Scientific cellular modules configured with a private dynamic IP address will have one sticker on the module. It will show the module phone number and data plan.

  • Page 22: Modules Using Konect Pakbus Router (Private Dynamic Ip)

    4.1 Modules using Konect PakBus Router (private dynamic IP) 4.1.1 Set up hardware 1. Connect the Cellular antenna. 2. Connect your data logger to the CELL200-series module RS-232 or CS I/O port. See Wiring and connections (p. 25). 3. If not connecting through CS I/O, provide power to the CELL200 series. 4.1.2 Configure data logger 1.
  • Page 23 166.22. Both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported. CAUTION: Only set a Trusted IP address if you are familiar with their use. Consult your IT department or Campbell Scientific for assistance. NOTE: This setting does not affect outbound connections, only incoming connections.

  • Page 24: Set Up Loggernet

    In the Device Configuration Utility go to the Settings Editor then Network Services. Next to the Trusted Hosts field, click Edit and Add your trusted IP addresses, one at a time. 11. Click Apply to save the changes. 4.1.3 Set up LoggerNet The LoggerNet Network Map is configured from the LoggerNet Setup screen.
  • Page 25 4. Select the IPPort in the Network Map. Enter the Konect PakBus Router DNS address and port number as noted in the Konect PakBus Router setup. The DNS address and port number are input in the Internet IP Address field separated by a colon. For example, axanar.konectgds.com:pppp where pppp is the port number.
  • Page 26 6. For PakBus data loggers, select the pbRouter in the Network Map and set the PakBus Address to 4070. 7. For PakBus data loggers, select the data logger in the Network Map and set the PakBus Address to match that of the data logger (default address in the data logger is 1). If a PakBus Encryption Key was entered during data logger setup, also enter it here.

  • Page 27: Test The Connection

    4.1.4 Test the connection After the Network Map has been configured, test the cellular connection by using the Connect screen as shown in the following image. Click on the appropriate station and click Connect to initiate a call to the data logger. TIP: The connection time is subject to many external factors.

  • Page 28: Configure Data Logger

    4.2.2 Configure data logger 1. Connect to your data logger by using Device Configuration Utility. 2. On the PPP tab, set Config/Port Used to CS I/O SDC8 or RS-232, depending on how you are connected to the data logger. 3. Verify the Modem Dial String setting is blank. 4.

  • Page 29: Set Up Loggernet

    166.22. Both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported. CAUTION: Only set a Trusted IP address if you are familiar with their use. Consult your IT department or Campbell Scientific for assistance. NOTE: This setting does not affect outbound connections, only incoming connections.
  • Page 30 NOTE: Setup has two options, EZ (simplified) and Standard. Click on the View menu at the top of the Setup screen, and select Standard view. From the LoggerNet toolbar, click Main > Setup and configure the Network Map as described in the following steps: 1.
  • Page 31 5. For PakBus data loggers, leave the default settings for the PakBusPort. PakBus Port Always Open should not be checked. If used, enter the TCP Password. 6. For PakBus data loggers, select the data logger in the Network Map and set the PakBus Address to match that of the data logger (default address in the data logger is 1).

  • Page 32: Test The Connection

    4.2.4 Test the connection After the Network Map has been configured, test the cellular connection by using the Connect screen as shown in the following image. Click on the appropriate station and click Connect to initiate a call to the data logger. TIP: The connection time is subject to many external factors.
  • Page 33 Power Operating Voltage: 10 to 30 VDC Low Power Mode: 300 μA Typical Idle: 14 mA @ 12 VDC Typical Active: 39 mA @ 12 VDC (CELL205, CELL215, CELL220, CELL225)                          25 mA @ 12 VDC (CELL210) CELL200-Series 4G LTE Cellular Module...

  • Page 34: Installation

    WCDMA: Max 384 Kbps (download) / Max 384 Kbps (upload) EDGE: Max 296 Kbps (download) / Max 236.8 Kbps (upload) GPRS: Max 107 Kbps (download) / Max 85.6 Kbps (upload) Compliance View Declaration of Conformity at: www.campbellsci.eu/cell205 www.campbellsci.eu/cell210 www.campbellsci.eu/cell215 www.campbellsci.eu/cell220 www.campbellsci.eu/cell225 6.

  • Page 35: Base Station Requirements

    6.4.4 Serial client mode option 6.4.5 Serial server/client mode option 6.1 Base station requirements A computer running Campbell Scientific LoggerNet software with access to the Internet is needed. 6.2 Data logger site equipment CELL200-series module with power cable (included with module) Data logger —...
  • Page 36 CPI/RS-232 port. Antenna — the following antennas are available from Campbell Scientific. Contact Campbell Scientific for help in determining the best antenna for your application. 2 dBd 4G/3G Omnidirectional Antenna: An omnidirectional antenna with mounting bracket that is ideally suited for use with 4G and 3G cellular gateways. The mounting bracket attaches to a mast or crossarm, and it serves as the antenna ground plane.

  • Page 37: Wiring And Connections

    This section explains how to connect the module for different communications methods. It also describes how to power the module and connect an antenna. 6.3.1 Module communications connections The following table shows communications options for each Campbell Scientific data logger model. CELL200-Series 4G LTE Cellular Module...
  • Page 38 Table 6-1: CELL200 series data logger compatibility chart Connecting to CELL200 series Connecting to CELL200 series Data logger model via CS I/O port via RS- 232 port RS-232 null modem cable, or CR300 C-port to RS-232 cable (PPP or serial server) RS-232 null modem cable, or CR310 C-port to RS-232 cable...
  • Page 39 Table 6-1: CELL200 series data logger compatibility chart Connecting to CELL200 series Connecting to CELL200 series Data logger model via CS I/O port via RS- 232 port SC12 CS I/O cable CR510-PB and CR10X-PB (serial server only) SC105 CS I/O to RS-232 adapter (SDC7 and SDC8 only) RS-232 null modem cable CR23X...

  • Page 40: Module Power Connections

    RS-232 connection using a null modem cable Null Modem Cable is used to connect the module to the CR3000, CR800, CR2XX, CR300 series, or CR1000 RS-232 port. Power is provided from the 12V or SW12V port of the data logger. FIGURE 6-2.

  • Page 41: Antenna Connections

    PPPClose "deep sleep" CR3000 CRBasic programs require before the command and PPPOpen "wakeup" before the command. The USB port provides power for module configuration, but is not sufficient for normal operation. 6.3.3 Antenna connections Connect the antenna to the Primary Antenna SMA connector. FIGURE 6-4.

  • Page 42: Cell200 Series And Data Logger Configuration

    6.4 CELL200 series and data logger configuration NOTE: Instructions in this section assume that the steps in Pre-installation (p. 2) have been completed. Cellular service must be setup before web access using www.cell.linktodevice.eu/ is available. Select the installation option that best suits your application. The Overview (p.
  • Page 43 166.22. Both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported. CAUTION: Only set a Trusted IP address if you are familiar with their use. Consult your IT department or Campbell Scientific for assistance. NOTE: This setting does not affect outbound connections, only incoming connections.

  • Page 44: Configure Data Logger

    Select Settings then Advanced tab. Enter your trusted IP addresses, one per line, in the Trusted IP Host Addresses box. 9. (Optional, for modules with static IP addresses.) To get remote access to the module you must first set up a User Account. For security purposes there is no default account. Select Settings >...

  • Page 45: Set Up Hardware

    3. On the PPP tab, set Config/Port Used to the CS I/O SDC address selected in the module or RS-232 depending on how you will be connected to the data logger. 4. Verify the Modem Dial String setting is blank. 5.
  • Page 46 4. Select the IPPort in the Network Map. Enter the CELL200 series IP address (public static IP) or the Konect PakBus Router DNS address (private dynamic IP), along with the port number. The address and port number are input in the Internet IP Address field separated by a colon.
  • Page 47 6. For PakBus data loggers, select the pbRouter in the Network Map and set the PakBus Address to 4070. 7. For PakBus data loggers, select the data logger in the Network Map and set the PakBus Address to match that of the data logger (default address in the data logger is 1). If a PakBus Encryption Key was entered during data logger setup, also enter it here.

  • Page 48: Test The Connection

    6.4.2.5 Test the connection After the Network Map has been configured, test the cellular connection by using the Connect screen as shown in the following image. Click on the appropriate station and click Connect to initiate a call to the data logger. TIP: The connection time is subject to many external factors.

  • Page 49: Configure Cell200 Series

    NOTE: Instructions in this section assume that you have established cellular service and the SIM card has been installed as described in QuickStart (integrated mode) (p. 8). 6.4.3.1 Configure CELL200 series To set up the CELL200 series in serial server mode: 1.
  • Page 50 8. (Optional) In this mode, an Automated Power Schedule can be setup to save on battery life or on cellular charges. Go to the Settings then Serial Mode Setup tab. Enter a Start (power- on) Time, On Duration, and Repeat Cycle. For example: With the following settings of Start (power-on) Time of 22:00, On Duration of 10 minutes, and Repeat Cycle of Every Hour the cellular module will turn on for ten minutes only twice each day.
  • Page 51 166.22. Both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported. CAUTION: Only set a Trusted IP address if you are familiar with their use. Consult your IT department or Campbell Scientific for assistance. NOTE: This setting does not affect outbound connections, only incoming connections.

  • Page 52: Configure Data Logger

    10. (Optional, for modules with static IP addresses.) To get remote access to the module you must first set up a User Account. For security purposes there is no default account. Select Settings > User Accounts > Logon > Create a new Account. Provide Name, Password, and select the Permission Level.
  • Page 53 3. Select the IPPort in the Network Map. Enter the CELL200 series IP address (public static IP) or the Konect PakBus Router DNS address (private dynamic IP), along with the port number. The address and port number are input in the Internet IP Address field separated by a colon.

  • Page 54: Test The Connection

    5. For PakBus data loggers, select the data logger in the Network Map and set the PakBus Address to match that of the data logger (default address in the data logger is 1). Click Apply to save the changes. 6.4.3.5 Test the connection After the Network Map has been configured, test the cellular connection by using the Connect screen as shown in the following image.

  • Page 55: Serial Client Mode Option

    If the call is successful, the connectors at the bottom of the screen will come together and clock information from the data logger will be displayed in the Station Date/Time field. If the connection fails, a Communications Failure message will be displayed. 6.4.4 Serial client mode option This mode requires CELL200 series operating system 2.00 or newer.

  • Page 56: Configure Cell200 Series

    Use this mode when the module is behind a cellular provider firewall and it has a private dynamic IP address. This mode requires the receiving TCP/IP connection be on a public static IP address, on the same private cellular network, DNS name or there be a hole in the firewall. NOTE: Instructions in this section assume that you have established cellular service and the SIM card has been installed as described in...
  • Page 57 7. Select the Serial Mode Setup tab. 8. Enter the URL and Port Number of the server/device that the module will connect to. 9. (Optional) Select Always Open for the Timeout . CELL200-Series 4G LTE Cellular Module...

  • Page 58: Configure Data Logger (Optional)

    10. (Optional) In this mode, an Automated Power Schedule can be setup to save on battery life or on cellular charges. Go to the Settings then Serial Mode Setup tab. Enter a Start (power- on) Time, On Duration, and Repeat Cycle. For example: With the following settings of Start (power-on) Time of 22:00, On Duration of 10 minutes, and Repeat Cycle of Every Hour the cellular module will turn on for ten minutes only twice each day.

  • Page 59: Set Up Hardware

    to "Callback". The remaining parameters in the instruction are ignored. The resulting instruction will look similar to:  SendVariables (SendResult, COMRS232, 0, 4094, 0000, 0, "Public" "Callback" Scratch, 1) After LoggerNet receives the variable "Callback" it will begin collecting data from the data logger and store it to a file based on the data collection settings in the Setup window.

  • Page 60: Test The Connection

    3. Select the PakBusTcpServer in the Network Map. Select PakBus Port Always Open; the box should have a check. 4. Select the data logger in the Network Map. Select Call-Back Enabled; the box should have a check. 6.4.4.5 Test the connection After the Network Map has been configured, test the cellular connection by using the Connect screen as shown in the following image.

  • Page 61: Serial Server/Client Mode Option

    If the call is successful, the connectors at the bottom of the screen will come together and clock information from the data logger will be displayed in the Station Date/Time field. If the connection fails, a Communications Failure message will be displayed. 6.4.5 Serial server/client mode option This mode requires CELL200 series operating system 2.00 or newer.

  • Page 62: Configure Cell200 Series

    The incoming connection, or serial server mode, takes precedence. An outbound, or client, connection will be interrupted if a connection is made on the incoming, or server, listening port. NOTE: Instructions in this section assume that you have established cellular service and the SIM card has been installed as described in QuickStart (integrated mode) (p.
  • Page 63 7. Select the Serial Mode Setup tab. 8. Set Server (Listening) Port Number. (Default is 3001. This is entered along with the IP address as part of the LoggerNet configuration.) 9. Enter the URL and Port Number that the module will connect with. 10.
  • Page 64 11. (Optional) In this mode, an Automated Power Schedule can be setup to save on battery life or on cellular charges. Go to the Settings then Serial Mode Setup tab. Enter a Start (power- on) Time, On Duration, and Repeat Cycle. For example: With the following settings of Start (power-on) Time of 22:00, On Duration of 10 minutes, and Repeat Cycle of Every Hour the cellular module will turn on for ten minutes only twice each day.

  • Page 65: Configure Data Logger

    166.22. Both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are supported. CAUTION: Only set a Trusted IP address if you are familiar with their use. Consult your IT department or Campbell Scientific for assistance. NOTE: This setting does not affect outbound connections, only incoming connections.

  • Page 66: Set Up Hardware

    3. When using RS-232 serial server mode, it is recommended that you use a fixed baud rate on the data logger RS-232 port. On the Com Ports Settings tab, select the RS-232 port and set the Baud Rate to the fixed option to match the RS 232 baud rate set in the CELL200- series module.

  • Page 67: Test The Connection

    3. Select the PakBusTcpServer in the Network Map. Select PakBus Port Always Open; the box should have a check. 4. Select the data logger in the Network Map. Select Call-Back Enabled; the box should have a check. 6.4.5.5 Test the connection After the Network Map has been configured, test the cellular connection by using the Connect screen as shown in the following image.

  • Page 68: Operation And Maintenance

    7. Operation and maintenance 7.1 Ports The CS I/O port is the main port used with Campbell Scientific data loggers. Its function is described throughout this manual. The RS-232 port can also be used with Campbell Scientific data loggers through a null modem cable (or CPI/RS-232 RJ45 to DB9 cable for the CR1000X and CR6 series).

  • Page 69: Led Indicator Lights

    7.2 LED indicator lights When your CELL200-series module is connected to power and an antenna, there is a specific pattern to the lights to indicate its operation mode as described in LED Indicator Lights (p. 57). Table 7-1: LED Indicator Lights Green Blue Flashes every 8 seconds...

  • Page 71: Appendix A. Controlling Power To The Cell200 Series

    Appendix A. Controlling power to the CELL200 series This example shows how to control power to the CELL200 series by using the CRBasic IPNetPower() TimeIsBetween() instruction. The program uses the instruction to power the CELL200 series for 15 minutes every 60 minutes between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. NOTE: IPNetPower() functionality shown in this example is available in the CR300 series...
  • Page 72 CRBasic Example 1: Turn CELL200 series ON and OFF under data logger control BeginProg 'Main Scan Scan (5,Sec,1,0) 'Default Data Logger Battery Voltage measurement 'BattV' Battery (BattV) 'Default Wiring Panel Temperature measurement 'PTemp_C' PanelTemp (PTemp_C,60) 'Between the hours of 9:00 and 17:00, turn the CELL200 series 'on for 15 minutes at the start of every hour If TimeIsBetween (9,17,24,Hr)

  • Page 73: Appendix B. Configuring Settings And Retrieving Status Information With The Crbasic Program

    Appendix B. Configuring settings and retrieving status information with the CRBasic program B.1 Using the SetSetting() instruction NOTE: This functionality is available in the CR1000X, CR300-series, and CR6 dataloggers only. SetSetting() This example shows how to set up the cellular module using the instruction.
  • Page 74 CRBasic Example 2: Settings configuration and status retrieval DataTable (CELL_DIAGNOSTICS, True, -1) Sample (1, cell_todays_usage, FP2) 'or Sample (1, Settings.CellUsageToday, FP2) Sample (1, cell_yesterdays_usage, FP2) Sample (1, Settings.CellUsageYesterday, FP2) Sample (1, cell_this_months_usage, FP2) Sample (1, Settings.CellUsageMonth, FP2) Sample (1, cell_last_months_usage, FP2) Sample (1, Settings.CellUsageLastMonth, FP2) Sample...
  • Page 75 CRBasic Example 2: Settings configuration and status retrieval 'Specifies the interval (in minutes) after the 'first time of the day that the data logger 'powers on its cellular interface, that the 'data logger will power its cellular interface at 'subsequent times throughout the day. 0 = disabled. SetSetting ("CellBillingDay", 15) 'Tells the modem what day of the month to roll...
  • Page 76 CRBasic Example 2: Settings configuration and status retrieval '"Powered up. SIM auth failure.", '"Querying modem.", '"Waiting for network registration.", '"Configuring modem.", '"Dialing.", '"Dialing (retry).", '"Dialed.", '"PPP negotiation.", '"Network ready.", '"PPP closing.", '"PPP paused.", '"PPP dropped.", '"Terminal AT command mode.", '"Firmware update mode.", '"Shutting down."...

  • Page 77: Appendix C. Cellular Module Terminal Functionality

    Appendix C. Cellular module terminal functionality This appendix discusses the terminal functionality of the CELL200-series modules. This functionality requires a data logger with a CS I/O port. To use the terminal functionality of the module, you must enable the terminal port. To do this: 1.

  • Page 78: Using Cell Modem Terminal Functionality

    C.1 Using cell modem terminal functionality NOTE: This functionality is available in all CRBasic data loggers with a CS I/O port. CELL200 series settings configuration and status retrieval using terminal functionality (p. 65) shows how to set up an attached CELL200-series module using the terminal functionality in the module.
  • Page 79 Sample (1, modem_state, String Sample Boolean (1, modem_is_off, Sample (1, modem_reset_needed, Boolean EndTable BeginProg 'Setup Campbell Scientific external modem LoggerType LoggerType = CR6 OSVERSION >= 9) = CR1000X OSVERSION >= 3) OR LoggerType = CR300 OSVERSION >= 8)) Then SetSetting "CellAPN"...
  • Page 80 CRBasic Example 3: CELL200 series settings configuration and status retrieval using terminal functionality SetSetting "CellDiversity" , 0) SetSetting "CELLBIllingDay" , 10) SetSetting "PPPInterface" , COMSDC8) 'Set PPP Interface to COMSDC8 'Open a serial connection to the modem using the SDC address listed in the modem's 'Terminal Port CS I/O SDC Address: setting.
  • Page 81 CRBasic Example 3: CELL200 series settings configuration and status retrieval using terminal functionality EndIf SerialOut "set sdc 7" (ComSDC11, & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200) 'Set the SDC address of the modem (7, 8, 10, 11) SerialIn (returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, (13), 1000) (returned_value = "SDC address saved.
  • Page 82 CRBasic Example 3: CELL200 series settings configuration and status retrieval using terminal functionality Then (modem_reset_needed = TRUE) Do While (modem_reset_needed = TRUE) SerialOut "reboot" (ComSDC11, & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200) SerialIn (returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, (13), 1000) "Reboot started . . ." Then (returned_value = &...
  • Page 83 CRBasic Example 3: CELL200 series settings configuration and status retrieval using terminal functionality 'convert string to numeric value modem_rssi = returned_value SerialFlush (ComSDC11) SerialOut (COMSDC11, "show rsrp" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200) 'Query for the modem's LTE network signal strength (RSRP) SerialIn (returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, (13), 1000)
  • Page 84 CRBasic Example 3: CELL200 series settings configuration and status retrieval using terminal functionality SerialFlush (ComSDC11) SerialOut (ComSDC11, "show usage today" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200) 'Query for today's cellular data usage SerialIn (returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, (13), 1000) modem_current_day_usage = returned_value SerialFlush (ComSDC11) SerialOut...

  • Page 85: Status Commands

    CRBasic Example 3: CELL200 series settings configuration and status retrieval using terminal functionality 'Send a CRLF and wait CELL2xx prompt before continuing on. SerialOut (ComSDC11, "deep sleep" & CRLF, CRLF, 1, 200) 'put the modem into low power mode SerialIn (returned_value, ComSDC11, 100, (13), 1000) "Sleep enabled."...
  • Page 86 10, and 11. Corresponds to the Terminal Port CS I/O SDC Address setting in the web interface of the cellular module show model Returns the model information of the modem. Returned values are CELL205, CELL210, CELL215, or CELL220. CELL200-Series 4G LTE Cellular Module...
  • Page 87 show rev Returns the revision of the CELL200 series OS. show arev Returns the alternate or subversion revision of the CELL200 series OS. show osdate Returns the build date and alternate version of the CELL200 series OS. show serial Returns the serial number of the modem. show mod manu Returns the manufacturer of the modem radio chipset.
  • Page 88 show state Returns the modem state in English. Values returned could include (but not limited to) "Power off.", "Powering up.", "Powered up.", "SIM authorized.", "Setting baud rate.", "Waiting for baud rate.", "Baud rate set.", "Baud rate failure.", "Power off. Waiting for retry.", "Powered up. SIM auth failure.", "Querying modem.", "Waiting for network registration.", "Configuring modem.", "Dialing.", "Dialing (retry).", "Dialed.", "PPP negotiation.", "Network ready.", "PPP closing.", "PPP paused.", "PPP dropped.", "Terminal AT command mode.", "Firmware update mode.", “Shutting...
  • Page 89 show rsrq Returns the modem LTE network signal quality (RSRQ). show operator Returns the name of the cellular provider or network operator the modem is connected to. show acc tech Returns the access technology of the network that the modem is connected to. show band Returns the band number the modem is using to connect to the cellular network.

  • Page 90: Set Commands

    show ip info #net Returns the modems TCP/IP information for each network. When using the command, replace #net with 1 for the PPP connection and 2 for the Ethernet over USB (RNDIS) connection. show cellular Info Returns the modem cellular information. Information returned is extensive and includes information from other terminal commands.
  • Page 91 set div ### Sets the modem antenna configuration. ### is a string. Disabled and Enabled are the only two values that are accepted. set baud ### Sets the modem baud rate for the RS-232 port. ### is a number corresponding to the desired baud rate.

  • Page 92: Action Commands

    C.4 Action commands Action commands are used to perform actions on the modem such as entering low power mode, rebooting, checking for updates, clearing usage, and so forth. deep sleep Puts the modem into low power mode. Modem will not respond across the cellular network. wakeup Brings the modem fully back online.

  • Page 93: Appendix D. Updating The Operating System And Firmware

    CELL200 series module operating system. Refer to your data logger manual for information on updating its OS. The CELL200 series itself uses two operating systems. The first is the Campbell Scientific CELL200 series operating system .We will refer to that as the CELL200 series OS. The second is contained in the cellular radio module;...
  • Page 94 6. Select the OS Update Tab. Clicking the Apply Update button will retrieve the CELL200 series OS from the Campbell Scientific website and begin the update process. If you already downloaded the OS from the Campbell Scientific website to you computer you can click the Send File button and follow the prompts.

  • Page 95: Using Device Configuration Utility

    7. When new module firmware is available you will see a red notification in the Celllar Modem field of the Status Tab. To begin the update process, click the red Start Cellular Module OTA Update button. D.2 Using Device Configuration Utility NOTE: This section applies to modules set up in integrated PPP mode which requires data logger operating system 03.00 or later for the CR1000X, 09.00 or greater for the CR6 series, and 08.00...
  • Page 96 7. When a new CELL200 series OS is available, in the Settings Editor on the Cellular Tab you will see a field called Cellular OS Update Pending. This field does not appear unless an update is available. Select Apply Update to begin the process, or Ignore to update at another time.

  • Page 97: Appendix E. Verizon Wireless And At&T

    Appendix E. Verizon Wireless and AT&T NOTE: Campbell Scientific can provide Verizon Wireless or AT&T service. This is the simplest way to set up your module on the Verizon Wireless or AT&T network. See Campbell Scientific cellular data service (p. 2).

  • Page 98: At&T

    AT&T 4G LTE CAT-1 coverage at the data logger site. For a coverage map refer to: www.att.com/maps/wireless-coverage.html. AT&T 4G LTE private dynamic IP account in conjunction with Campbell Scientific’s Konect Router Service. (An AT&T 4G LTE static unrestricted IP account can also be used. However, AT&T charges $3/month/device for the static IP account.)

  • Page 99: Appendix F. Cellular Module Regulatory Information

    WARNING: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Campbell Scientific could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. F.2 RF exposure...

  • Page 100: Declaration Of Conformity

    Directive 2014/53/EU” (RED Directive). The CELL215 displays the CE mark. WARNING: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Campbell Scientific could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. WARNING: This product is only to be installed by qualified personnel.
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