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Redwing CDMA
User Guide
Version 2.31 - January 2007
Copyright © 1993-2006 AirLink Communications, Inc. All rights reserved.

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  • Page 1 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.31 - January 2007 Copyright © 1993-2006 AirLink Communications, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 2: Important Notice

    OR THEY ARE FORESEEABLE OR FOR CLAIMS BY ANY THIRD PARTY. Warranty Summary For the full and complete text, refer to the warranty appendix in the modem user guide or to the AirLink website (http://www.airlink.com) for the full text of the warranty.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction to Redwing CDMA....... .1 CDMA Overview ............1 Establishing an Internet Connection .
  • Page 4 AirLink Documentation and Guides ........

  • Page 5: Introduction To Redwing Cdma

    Establishing an Internet Connection The Redwing uses Sprint as an ISP (Internet Service Provider) to connect you to the Internet. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 6: Dynamic Vs. Static Ip Addresses

    Internet, you need to have a known IP (such as one which is static) or domain name (an IP address which is converted by a DNS server into a word based name). Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 7: Using Your Redwing To Connect To The Internet

    The Redwing’s rugged construction and cellular connection make it ideal for use in remote and/or industrial locations. The Redwing is designed to work with legacy devices which do not need the advanced features of ALEOS. Remote Internet Access FIGURE 3. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 8: Activating The Redwing

    Quick Start Guide and Setup Wizard The preferred way to activate and configure your Redwing to connect to the cellular network is via the AirLink Setup Wizard for Sprint. The Quick Start Guide will lead you through using the Setup Wizard.

  • Page 9: Activating The Redwing Using At Commands

    Redwing is unusual. While you can configure your Redwing using Wireless Ace or AceNet, it Caution: is not possible to activate the Redwing using either Wireless Ace or AceNet. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 10: Circuit- Switched Configuration

    The model number of your modem is on the label on the top of the case (example, Redwing CDMA C3110). Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 11: At Commands And Command String

    Example: AT+ATINIT=&C1S0=1$QCVAD=4%+IFC=0^0,C,%,^ The “%” will allow the “+” to be used and the “^” will translate to a “,”. The AT command exe- cuted would be: Example of executed command: AT&C1S0=1$QCVAD=4+IFC=0,0 Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 12 “+”. In the example, a “%” is used. [,comma] Optional comma replacement character to allow the use of a command requiring a comma. In the example, a is used. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 13: Conmmands Specific To The Redwing C3111

    The model number for your modem is on the sticker which is on the top of the modem (example, Redwing CDMA C3110, or Redwing CDMA C3111, or ). The first letter and number (C3 or ) idi- cates the communication technology your modem uses. The next number (2) indicates the modem model (Redwing).

  • Page 14: Hardware Required

    If you prviously made a connection for the Redwing, cancel the Connection Description window and select File > Open (or the Open icon) and use the AirLink connetion you set up before. Skip to F. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 15 Circuit- Switched Configuration c. If you haven’t made a conection yet, name the connection AirLink and click OK. HyperTerminal: Connection Name FIGURE 2. d. Select COM1 for the Connect Using. HyperTerminal: Comport Setting FIGURE 3. e. Change the Bits per Second to 115200 (default), Data Bits to 8, Parity to None, Stop Bits to 1, and Flow Control to Hardware.
  • Page 16 +IFC=0,0 &W Your equipment may have a limitation below 40-characters for the com- Caution: mand string. Be sure you get an “OK” when you test your command string with the Redwing. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 17: Testing The Redwing Configuration

    Using a terminal emulation program (HyperTerminal) set up for 9600bps, 8 data bits, no parity and 1 stop bit issue an AT+CSQ?. This will respond back with a signal strength measurement Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 18 Remove the connection to the Laptop PC and connect your equipment to the Redwing Modem. Configure your equipment with the AT command string you created above. Have the actual application call your equipment via the modem telephone number and verify communications. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 19: Hardware Installation

    Hardware Installation CHAPTER 4 Your AirLink Redwing should be mounted in a position that allows easy access for the cables so they are not bent or constricted. The LEDs on the front panel should be visible for ease of opera- tional verification.

  • Page 20: Connecting The Redwing To A Computer Or Other Device

    The Redwing has an internal polysilicon circuit breaker that opens at 0.5 to 1.0 amps of current. When using a DC power source (such as a car battery or solar cell), AirLink Note: recommends placing a fuse (1-2 Amp) on the line close to the power source to pro- tect your power source from possible surges due to shorts or other line issues.

  • Page 21: Modem Placement

    Redwing and bracket shouldn’t require a twist-tie. The bracket can be attached to the location using #6 screws (mounting hole diameter approxi- mately 0.150"). Mounting Bracket FIGURE 1. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 22 Modem Placement Redwing Mounting Bracket, part number 100-170-1009 A FIGURE 2. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 23 Modem Placement Redwing Mounting Bracket, part number 100-170-1006 A FIGURE 3. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 24: Specifications For The Redwing Cdma

    Dormant connection (idle for 10-20 seconds): 20 mA at 12 VDC • Input Voltage: 9 VDC to 28 VDC • Input Current: 20 mA to 350 mA • Typical Receive: 120mA at 12VDC • Typical Transmit: Approximately 120 mA at 12VDC Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 25: Power Consumption

    < - CTS (Clear to Send) < - Rx (Receive) - > RTS (Request to Send) - > Tx (Transmit) < - DSR (Data to Send) - > DCD (Data Carrier Detect) Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 26: At Commands

    Using HyperTerminal, included with most installations of Microsoft Windows: Start>All Programs>Accessories>Communications>HyperTerminal Choose a name for your connection, such as Redwing or AirLink (if you want to have a con- nection saved for both local and remote, it is recommended the connection name reflect the con- nection type, i.e.

  • Page 27: Using At Commands With A Terminal Application

    Those commands applicable only to certain model numbers of the Redwing will be noted. Symbols listed with commands, such as /, &, or ?, are part of the com- Caution: mand and must be included. • The commands are alphabetical within their groups. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 28: At Command Listing

    I ....25 ....28 ....28 Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 29: Information And Status

    Received Signal Strength and Channel Frame Error Rate. +CSSN? Serving System. +ECIO? The CDMA EC/IO value. +GSN ESN (Electronic Serial Number) of the internal hardware module +PRL? Preferred Roaming List (PRL) version. +WHWV Serial number of the module. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 30 Received Signal Strength Indicator. C3110only !STATUS Displays the current modem status. Format of response: Current band: <band> Current channel: <chan> SID:<sid> NID:<nid> Roaming:<n> Temp:<temp> Pilot [NOT] acquired Modem has [NOT] registered C3110 only Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 31: Serial

    ATDP192.168.13.31/2332 - Dial (establish) UDP session to 192.168.13.31, at port 2332. To end the connection, issue the +++ escape sequence or drop the DTR line (if Ignore DTR S211=0 or &D2). The defualt connetion is set in S53. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 32 The standard line feed character sent by the modem to the host at the end of a response or return code in command state. S5=n Backspace Character n=0-127 (ASCII character number ) This register sets the character recognized as a backspace during command entry. S6=n Wait for Blind Dial Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 33 | 1.5 | 2 Example: ATS23=19200,8N1 (sets modem to 19200, etc.) Can also be set using &L=[speed],[databits] [parity][stop bits] Databits MUST be 8 data bits for PPP mode. Note: S53=[method][d.d.d.d][/ppppp] Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 34 : Assert DCD when the modem has network coverage. &Dn Set DTR mode. n=0 : Ignore DTR, same effect as HW DTR always asserted (same as S211=1). n=2 : Use hardware DTR (same as S211=0). Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 35 Mode for answering data or fax with the A (answer) or via auto answer (S0=1). C3110 only. n=0 : Disable n=3 : Data for one call. n=4 : Data for all calls (default). Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 36: Sms

    When retrieving (!GSMS) or deleting (!DSMS), the message number is base 0, so the highest message number in any list is the reported count minus one. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 37 The text is enclosed in quotations. The quote character cannot appear in the Note: body text. Messages with over 160 bytes of body text will be truncated and sent anyway. !SSMS? The progress of the last message sent. Possible responses are: only. C3110 Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 38 Pending message has not left the modem • Sent successfully • Sent to the network • Delivered successfully • Delivered by the network • Failed sending • Failed and should be retried Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 39: Cdma/Evdo

    The modem permits 99 failures of this command during its lifetime. After Caution: that, the modem becomes permanently disabled. +WSPC=[lock],[nnnnnn] Service Programming Code. C3111 only. lock=0 : OTKSL(One Time Key Subsidy Lock) lock=1 : MSL (Master Subsidy Lock) nnnnnn=6 digit unlock code Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 40 The new SID/NID values are committed to NV with the +WCMT command (AT+WCMT=1). A maximum of 20 index locations (0-19) are supported. Error 22 is returned if the specified index value is not in the valid range. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 41 ID Sprint may not support this function. Following writing the values, the modem must be reset. Note: If ~NAMLCK has not been successfully executed, the modem returns ERROR. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 42: Windows Dial-Up Networking (Dun)

    Plug in the AC adapter, connect the antenna(s) and power on the modem. Install the driver. a. Select Start > Control Panel > Phone and Modem Options (in Classic View). Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 43 Modem from the Models column, and select Next. If you have the speed for your modem configured as something other than Note: the default, use the Standard Modem that matches the speed you configured. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 44 When you return to the Phone and Modem Options window, you should see the newly installed modem “attached to” the correct COM port. Highlight the modem and select Proper- ties. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 45: Dial-Up Networking (Ppp) Configuration For Microsoft Windows

    Windows COM Port and modem set up for a Standard 33600 Modem (see previous section). • No other program running on your computer that is using the same COM port (serial port) con- figured for your modem. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 46 Next to start installing and configuring the DUN connection. c. Select Connect to the Internet and then select Next. Connection Type FIGURE 10. d. Select Set up my connection manually and then select Next. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 47 Check Standard 33600 bps Modem and select Next. If you only have one modem installed, this option will be omitted. g. Type in as the phone number for the modem to dial and select Next. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 48 Account Information FIGURE 15. i. If you want to add a shortcut for this DUN connection to your desktop, check Add a short- cut... Select Finish to exit the Network Connection Wizard. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 49 After you complete the New Connection Wizard, there are a few more things you will want to con- figure in the connection. a. When the Connect window opens, select Properties. Connect FIGURE 17. #777 b. Uncheck Use dialing rules. Select Configure, below the Connect using line. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 50 Unless specifically directed to do so by Support or your network administrator, you do not need to make any changes to the options on the Security tab. e. Select Network. Select Settings. Remove the checks from all three PPP settings. Select Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 51: Making A Dun Connection

    Select OK and OK again to return to the Connect window. Making a DUN Connection Start the DUN session. Start > Connect To > AirLink 3G Connection (or whatever you named the connection). Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 52 The speed shown in the connection is the speed between the modem and Note: your computer, it is not the speed of the modem’s connection to the Carrier or the Internet. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 53: Warranty Terms And Conditions

    The following terms and conditions ("Warranty Terms") govern the warranty services offered to you ("Customer") by AIRLINK COMMUNICATIONS, INC. ("AirLink"), located at 3159 Corpo- rate Place, Hayward, CA 94545, in connection with the sale and licensing of AirLink software and hardware.

  • Page 54: Warranty Conditions

    510-781-9760 to obtain an RMA number. Products deemed by AirLink to be DOA (dead on arrival) may be returned to Air- Link for repair, at AirLink's expense, using the standard RMA procedures. WARRANTY DISCLAIMER THE WARRANTIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF...

  • Page 55: General Conditions

    OF ANY EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND THE EXPIRATION OF THESE WARRANTY TERMS. General Conditions AirLink shall have the right to assign any or all components of these Warranty Terms without the prior written consent of the other party. AirLink shall not be liable to Customer for any alleged...

  • Page 56: Frequently Asked Questions And Technical Support

    Frequently Asked Questions and APPENDIX E Technical Support Many of these questions and solutions in the following sections come from AirLink Support. Solutions should only be performed if you are experiencing the specific Caution: problem indicated and have the specific modem model number indicated. Some solutions are very specific to model numbers due to differing internal hardware.
  • Page 57 What is the Proper RF Coverage for my Redwing? The optimal range for AirLink modems is an RF Coverage (RSSI value) of -60 to -95. RF coverage between -95 to -105 DBm will often still register, however functionality at this range can be greatly reduced and registration can become difficult.
  • Page 58 Can I use a portable battery to power my Redwing ? It is possible to use a portable battery for your AirLink modem, however, you most likely need to make the connector from the battery to the modem yourself. The battery also needs to have enough power to be able to handle the power consumption of the modem.

  • Page 59: The Redwing's Ip Addresses And Local Networking

    I’m having problems using the Setup Wizard to activate my Redwing, can I activate it manually? Contact AirLink Technical Support for the specific commands for your Redwing and account with Sprint. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...
  • Page 60 COMMANDS exactly as shown in the “command” column or as Caution: directed by an AirLink support representative. Substitute the required information indicated by the italicised directions (example, would be replaced by the spe- cific MSL for the modem. Optional parameters are denoted with square brackets Prepare for Provisioning TABLE 1.
  • Page 61 Command Description AT$QCMIPNAI=NAI,1 Set the NAI (1 writes setting to NV). AT$QCMIPPHA=PHA_IP,1 Set the IP address of the primary home agent. AT$QCMIPSHA=SHA_IP,1 Set the IP address of the secondary home agent. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 62: Prefered Roaming List (Prl)

    Your PRL is probably out of date. You should update it. How can I update the PRL (Prefered Roaming List)? You can use the Setup Wizard to update the PRL. Be sure to have the most recent Wizard. Redwing CDMA for Sprint - User Guide, version 2.31...

  • Page 63: Airlink Technical Support

    Setup Wizard or other steps as applicable. • Utility Guides - These guides focus on the features of one of the AirLink modem utilities: Wireless Ace, AceView, AceNet, Modem Doctor, etc. •...

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