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® MultiModem iCell Intelligent Wireless Modem User Guide...
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Copyright and Technical Support MultiModem® iCell User Guide Intelligent Wireless Modem MTCMR-H, MTCMR-E, MTCMR-G-F4 S000455A, Revision A Copyright This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission from Multi- Tech Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
All MultiModem iCells can be desktop or panel mounted. The MultiModem iCell modems are available in four models: Model Description Standards based tri-band UMTS/HSDPA performance MTCMR-H (HSDPA) Quad-band E-GPRS Class 10 performance MTCMR-E (EDGE) Quad-band GSM/GPRS Class 10 performance MTCMR-G-F4 (GPRS) All models contain an embedded TCP/IP protocol stack to bring internet connectivity to any device without making changes to its hardware design.
Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications MultiModem MTCMR-H (HSDPA) The MultiModem MTCMR-H wireless modem delivers some of the fastest cellular data speeds by utilizing HSDPA technology. It allows users to connect to the Internet and send and receive data faster than possible with an ordinary GSM/GPRS network making it ideal for highly data-intensive applications.
Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications Safety General Safety The modem is designed for and intended to be used in fixed and mobile applications. “Fixed” means that the device is physically secured at one location and is not able to be easily moved to another location. “Mobile” means that the device is designed to be used in other than fixed locations.
Receive Data. Lit when modem is receiving data. Carrier Detect. Lit when data connection has been established. Line Status Dependent on Model MTCMR-G MTCMR-H MTCMR-E Permanently off. ME is in one of the following Continuous “on” state Continuous “on” state...
Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications Package Contents Unbundled Package Bundled Package Modem with No Accessories Modem with Accessories 1 modem 1 modem 1 Quick Start Guide 1 antenna 1 MultiModem CD 1 RS232 cable 1 USB cable Note: You must supply mounting 1 GPIO cable screws, AC or DC power 1 power supply...
Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications Specifications Features MTCMR-H MTCMR-E MTCMR-G-F4 EDGE: E-GPRS Class 10, GPRS Class 10 Performance HSDPA/UMTS EDGE: Class 10 GPRS: Class 12 GPRS; Class 10 Quad-band Quad-band GSM Quad-band GSM Band, Frequency GSM/GPRS/EDGE/HSDPA 850/900/1800/1900 MHz...
Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications RF Specifications GSM 850 EGSM 900 GSM 1800 GSM 1900 869 to 894 MHz 925 to 960 MHz 1805 to 1800 MHz 1930 to 1990 MHz Frequency RX 824 to 849 MHz 880 to 915 MHz 1710 to 1785 MHz 1850 to 1910 MHz Frequency TX...
Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications GPIO (General Purpose Input/Output) 6-Pin Connector The GPIO pins are configured using Universal IP (UIP) AT Commands. Refer to the Universal IP (UIP) AT Command Reference Guide on your MultiModem CD. The following table explains the GPIO functions: Description GPIO 6-Pin Number...
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Activate Your Wireless Account Please refer to the wireless account Activation Notices included with your unit and located on the MultiModem CD. Choose the one for your wireless network provider and follow the directions to activate your account. Phone Numbers for the Wireless Modem Every wireless modem will have its own unique phone number.
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Connect the Antenna, Serial Cable, GPIO Cable, and Power Connect a suitable antenna to the SMA connector (see antenna specifications in Chapter 1). Connect the DB9 connector (9-pin) of the RS232 cable to the RS232 connector on the modem and connect the other end to serial port on your PC.
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Optional – Attach the Modem to a Flat Surface Before you mount your modem to a permanent surface, verify signal strength, refer to Using Your Wireless Modem, Verify Signal Strength in Chapter 3. The modem can be panel mounted with screws spaced according to the measurement shown. Use either #4 or #6 pan head screws for all four mount locations.
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Install the Modem Driver Introduction The MultiModem iCell is compatible with Windows Operating Systems: Vista, XP, 2003, Server Compatibility: 2008, and Linux. The MultiModem iCell driver must be installed in your computer’s program directory. The Windows Windows: driver is located on your MultiModem product CD.
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Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation When the Phone and Modem Options screen appears, click on the tab labeled Modems. Click on Add to add a new modem. On the Install New Modem screen Click Don’t detect my modem, I will select it from a list. Then click Next >. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.
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Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation On the next screen Click the Have Disk button to browse for the driver file on the MultiModem CD. Make sure that the MultiModem CD is inserted into your CD-ROM, Browse to your MultiModem CD Select the MTSMCIP_MTCMRIP.INF file.
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Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation On this next screen, scroll down the list of modems and select the model that is applicable to your modem. Once you have selected your model, click on Next>. You will now have to choose which com port the MultiModem is connected to. If you know exactly which port your modem is on, click on that port;...
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Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation To finish the install, click on Finish. You have now successfully installed the MultiModem driver to your PC. Verifying That Your Modem Has Been Installed Successfully After you have successfully installed the MultiModem driver as stated above, you should be brought back to the Phone and Modems Options screen.
Chapter 3 – Using your Wireless Modem Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem Phone Numbers for the Wireless Modem Every wireless modem will have its own unique phone number. • The phone number may simply be given to you by your wireless service provider or it may be on the SIM card •...
Chapter 3 – Using your Wireless Modem Connecting to the Internet The Multi-Tech MultiModem iCell is designed for a GPRS wireless network. Internet access can be setup in Windows Dial-Up Networking (DUN) of the computer that the MultiModem Icell is serving. For a GPRS network, you have to create an Access Point Name in the Phone and Modem Options dialog in Windows Control Panel and then create your Windows Dial-Up Connection (DUN).
Chapter 3 – Using your Wireless Modem Create Your Dial-Up Connection in Windows XP/2003 Click on Start and then click on Control Panel. In the Control Panel, double-click on Network Connections. On the Network Connections screen on the left-hand side under Network Tasks, click on Create a new connection.
Chapter 3 – Using your Wireless Modem Generic Dial-Up Method - Non-Windows To disable the IP stack, enter AT+WOPEN=0 To set up an Access Point Name (APN): AT+CGDCONT=1, “IP”,”<APNSERVER>” Where <APNSERVER> is the APN server supplied by your carrier Dial onto the network using AT*99***1# Serial Baud Rate Your MultiModem iCell is defaulted to a serial baud rate of 115200 from the factory.
Appendix A – Regulatory Compliance Appendix A – Regulatory Compliance EMC, Safety, and R&TTE Directive Compliance The CE mark is affixed to this product to confirm compliance with the following European Community Directives: Council Directive 2004/108/EC of 31 December 2004 on the approximation of the laws of Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility;...
Appendix B – DC Power Cable Appendix B – DC Power Cable DC Power Cable Dimensions Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem iCell Intelligent Wireless Modem User Guide...
Appendix C – WEEE Statement Appendix C - Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Statement July, 2005 The WEEE directive places an obligation on EU-based manufacturers, distributors, retailers and importers to take- back electronics products at the end of their useful life. A sister Directive, ROHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) complements the WEEE Directive by banning the presence of specific hazardous substances in the products at the design phase.