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Page 1: User Guide
MultiModem ® rCell Intelligent Wireless Router User Guide... - Page 2 Copyright and Technical Support MultiModem® rCell User Guide Intelligent Wireless Router MTCBA-H-EN2 & MTCBA-E-EN2 S000456A, 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents Chapter 1 – Introduction and Product Description ............... 5 MultiModem MTCBA-H-EN2 (HSDPA) ..........................5 MultiModem MTCBA-E-EN2 (EDGE) ............................ 5 Safety Warnings ..................................6 Ethernet Ports Caution ..............................6 Handling Precautions ..............................6 Vehicle Safety ................................6 Internal Lithium Battery .............................. - Page 4 Table of Contents DHCP Server > Fixed Addresses..........................44 Tools ....................................44 Tools > Tools ................................44 Tools > Service Status ..............................45 Tools > Firmware Upgrade ............................45 Tools > Load Configuration ............................46 Tools > Save Configuration ............................46 Statistics &...
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Page 5: Chapter 1 - Introduction And Product Description
MTCBA-E-EN2 (EDGE) MultiModem MTCBA-H-EN2 (HSDPA) The MultiModem MTCBA-H-EN2 wireless router 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. -
Page 6: Safety Warnings
Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications Safety Warnings Ethernet Ports Caution The Ethernet ports are not designed to be connected to a Public Telecommunication Network or used outside the building. Handling Precautions All devices must be handled with certain precautions to avoid damage due to the accumulation of static charge. Although input protection circuitry has been incorporated into the devices to minimize the effect of this static build up, proper precautions should be taken to avoid exposure to electrostatic discharge during handling and mounting. -
Page 7: Front Panel
Speed. Lit when the Ethernet is linked at 100 Mbps. If it is not lit, the Ethernet is linked at 10 Mbps. Carrier Detect. Lit when data connection has been established. Line Status Dependent on Model MTCBA-H-EN2 MTCBA-E-EN2 Permanently off. ME is in one of the following modes: Power Down mode, Continuous “on”... -
Page 8: Package Contents
Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications Package Contents Unbundled Package with Bundled Package No Accessories with Accessories 1 router 1 router 1 Quick Start Guide 1 antenna 1 MultiModem CD 1 Ethernet cable 1 power supply You must supply mounting 1 Quick Start Guide Note: screws, AC or DC power supply,... -
Page 9: Specifications
Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications Specifications Features MTCBA-H-EN2 MTCBA-E-EN2 EDGE: E-GPRS Class 10, Performance HSDPA/UMTS EDGE: Class 10 GPRS: Class 12 GPRS; Class 10 Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE/HSDPA Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz Band, Frequency 850/900/1800/1900 MHz UMTS FDD: Band I/Band II/Band V... -
Page 10: Rf Specifications
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... -
Page 11: Chapter 2 - Activation And Installation
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 router Every wireless router will have its own unique phone number. -
Page 12: Making The Connection
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Making the Connection Connect a suitable antenna to the SMA connector (see antenna specifications in Chapter 1). Using an Ethernet cable, connect one end of the cable to the ETHERNET connector on the back of the router and the other end to your pc either directly or via a switch or hub. -
Page 13: Optional - Attach The Router To A Flat Surface
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Optional – Attach the Router to a Flat Surface Before you mount your router to a permanent surface, verify signal strength, refer to Using Your router, Verify Signal Strength in Chapter 3. The router 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. -
Page 14: Set Your Pc's Tcp/Ip Address For Ethernet Functionality
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Set Your PC’ s TCP/IP Address for Ethernet Functionality The following directions establish a TCP/IP connection at the pc so the PC can communicate with the router. The following directions were written using a Windows XP/ 2003+ operating system. Click Start | Control Panel. - Page 15 Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties screen. Important Note: If this screen opens and displays your current IP configuration, we suggest you record this information for future reference (i.e., after the router is configured, you may wish to return this PC to its original settings).
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Page 16: At Command For Verifying Signal Strength
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation AT Command for Verifying Signal Strength To communicate directly with the cellular modem to verify signal strength, network registeration, and roaming status, telnet to the modem. To Telnet to the modem. You can access the modem thru the Run icon or from the Command Prompt: Click Start I Run icon. -
Page 17: Configure The Ethernet Interface Using The Web Management Software
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Configure the Ethernet Interface Using the Web Management Software You are now ready to configure the Ethernet interface. This is accomplished by using the router's factory-installed Web Management software. The software is accessed through a Web browser. Open a Web browser From the pc, open a Web browser. -
Page 18: Wizard Setup
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation After clicking the Wizard Setup selection, the Wizard Setup screen displays. Wizard Setup A minimum router configuration is provided using the Wizard Setup. This provides a quick way to enter and save information needed to create a connection to the internet. The table below provides the information for the minimum configuration. IP Configuration IP Address The default is 192.168.2.1. -
Page 19: Set Time And Date
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation Important Note About Provider Fees Your provider will charge you for your data usage. Please check with your provider to make sure you are aware of the charges. If you plan to use the router for large amounts of data transfers, Multi-Tech recommends an unlimited data plan with your account. -
Page 20: Chapter 3 - Using The Web Management Software
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software The Web Management software configures the Ethernet functionality of your router. Navigating the Web Management Software This section explains the menu structure and the navigation buttons of the router’s Web Management software. Menu Bar Sets up a General Configuration, HTTP, DDNS, SNTP, Static Routes, and Remote Configuration. -
Page 21: Screen Parts
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software Screen Parts Menu Bar Submenu Title Submenu List Screen Buttons Screen Name Screen Input Area Screen Buttons Click this button to return to the Home screen. Home: Click this button to display the Wizard Setup screen on which you can quickly set up your wireless Wizard Setup: Router with basic configuration settings. -
Page 22: Web Management Software Screens
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software Web Management Software Screens The rest of this chapter describes each of the Web Management software screens. IP Setup IP Setup > General Configuration In the General Configuration, you will set the general system-based parameters. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. -
Page 23: General Configuration
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software General Configuration The system date and time display in these formats: MM/DD/YYYY / HH:MM:SS. A real time clock is part of Date and Time: SNTP to display proper time. IP Configuration Enter the following addresses for the Ethernet interface. IP Address (Default = 192.168.2.1), Mask (Default 255.255.255.0), Default Gateway (Default 0.0.0.0), Primary DNS (Default 0.0.0.0), Secondary DNS (Default 0.0.0.0). -
Page 24: Ip Setup > Http Configuration
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software IP Setup > HTTP Configuration HTTP Configuration Enter the port number on which the HTTP server will listen for requests. Default is 80. HTTP Port: Authentication Enter the User Name that can access to the Web Management software. Default is admin. This user name and User Name: password are also used for telnet access to the router and integrated cellular modem. -
Page 25: Ip Setup > Ddns Configuration
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software IP Setup > DDNS Configuration DDNS (Dynamic Domain Naming System) allows you to have a static domain name but a dynamic IP address. Whenever your dynamic IP address changes, it is submitted to the DDNS server where you domain name is updated to point the new IP address. -
Page 26: Ip Setup > Sntp Configuration
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software IP Setup > SNTP Configuration General Configuration Enable or disable the SNTP Client to contact the configured server on the UDP port 123 and set the local SNTP Client: time. The default is Disable. Enter the SNTP server name or IP address to which the SNTP Client must contact in order to update the Server: time. -
Page 27: Ip Setup > Static Routes
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software Set the start month to use during Daylight Saving mode. Default is April. Start Month: Set the start weekday to use during Daylight Saving mode. Default is Sunday. Start Day: Set the start time to use during Daylight Saving mode. Default is 02:00 (hh:mm). Start Time: Daylight Saving End Time Set the end ordinal to use during Daylight Saving mode. -
Page 28: Ppp
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software PPP > PPP Configuration NAT Configuration Enable/disable NAT (Network Address Translation). The default is Enable. If NAT is enabled: ● Your LAN can use one set of IP addresses for internal traffic and a second set of addresses for external traffic. - Page 29 Note: changes. The MTCBA-H-EN2 is shipped with command AT^SLED=1 entered at Init String 2. If the MTCBA-H-EN2 is set back to Note: factory default using the pushbutton on the back of the chassis, this command will need to be reentered and saved as Init String 2 for the LS LED to display properly.
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Page 30: Ppp > Wakeup-On-Call
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software PPP > Wakeup-on-Call The Wakeup-on-Call feature allows the router to wake up and initiate a connection when there is an incoming call or LAN activity. If you desired some security with this feature, you can set up the router to wake up based on Caller ID or SMS instead of allowing all incoming calls to wakeup the router. -
Page 31: Ppp > Wakeup-On-Call Examples
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software PPP > Wakeup-On-Call Examples Example 1 – Set Up the Ethernet Router to Activate on Incoming SMS Message On the screen, set up the following parameters: PPP > PPP Configuration PPP General ●... - Page 32 Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software Example 3 – Set Up the Ethernet Router to Activate on ALL Incoming Calls On the screen, set up the following parameters: PPP >PPP Configuration PPP General ● Make sure that PPP is Enabled. ●...
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Page 34: Ppp > Power-On Configuration
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software PPP > Power-On Configuration The Power-On Configuration feature allows you to set an initialization string that will be sent to the router upon boot up. Power-On Init String Configuration You can enter a string of 0 to 40 characters that will be sent to the router upon boot up. All Power-On Init String: commands will initialize before you proceed with regular PPP related activity. -
Page 35: Networks & Services
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software Networks & Services Networks & Services > Network Configuration Networks or Hosts can be added here. The options to Delete or Edit a network after it has been defined and added are available by using the table at the bottom of the screen. -
Page 36: Networks & Services > Service Configuration
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software Networks & Services > Service Configuration On this screen you can specify the standard set of well known services available on the system. These services enable the configuration of the user-defined services. The options to Delete or Edit a service after it has been defined and added are available by using the table at the bottom of the screen. -
Page 37: Packet Filters
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software Packet Filters Packet Filters > Packet Filters. You can Delete or Edit a packet filter rule after it has been defined and added by using the table at the bottom of the screen. Packet Filter Enter the network/host from which the packet must originate for the filter rule to match. -
Page 38: Packet Filters > Dnat Configuration
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software Packet Filters > DNAT Configuration Destination Network Address Translation (DNAT) is a process that allows the placing of servers within the protected network and making them available for a certain service to the outside world. The DNAT process running on the router translates the destination address of incoming packets to the address of the real network server on the LAN. - Page 39 Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software On the screen, define the DNAT rule. Packet Filters > DNAT Configuration Select the original target network/host of the IP packets that you now want rerouted. The Allow Access – original target network/host is the one previously defined in the Network Configuration section. Example: Select the External Service that you want allowed.The service must be defined in the External Service –...
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Page 40: Packet Filters > Advanced
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software Packet Filters > Advanced Connection Tracking Enable/disable the forwarding of H323 packets across the firewall. H323: Enable/disable PPTP Packet Pass-through (PPTP NAT support). PPTP: ICMP Configuration The Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) is used to test the network connections and the functionality of the firewall and is also used for diagnostic purposes. -
Page 41: Gre Tunnels
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software GRE Tunnels GRE tunneling and GRE routing together are referred to Generic Routing Encapsulation (GRE). GRE Routing is an integral part of GRE tunneling. First, the GRE Tunnels are created using the GRE Tunnel Configuration. Then the routes for the remote networks that are to be routed through a tunnel need to be specified in the GRE Routes Configuration. -
Page 42: Gre Tunnels > Gre Routes Configuration
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software GRE Tunnels > GRE Routes Configuration GRE Routes Configuration Select the remote network for which the traffic destined to it must be routed through the given Remote Network: tunnel. Select the name of the tunnel through which the traffic will be routed. Tunnel Name: To add a tunneled route, the remote network and the tunnel must have been defined in Network Note:... -
Page 43: Dhcp Server
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software DHCP Server DHCP Server > Subnet Settings General Configuration DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a protocol that allows individual devices on an IP network to get their own network configuration information (IP address, subnet mask, broadcast address, etc.) from a DHCP server. The overall purpose of DHCP is to make it easier to administer a large network. -
Page 44: Dhcp Server > Fixed Addresses
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software DHCP Server > Fixed Addresses DHCP Fixed Configuration The DHCP server can be made to assign a fixed IP address for a particular user by identifying the MAC address. This binding can be made permanent by configuring it here. The same IP address will not be used for any DHCP client with a different MAC address, even if there is no active DHCP connection with that IP address. -
Page 45: Tools > Service Status
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software Tools > Service Status This screen displays the status of each service that is available at run time. The first column lists the services available at run time; the second column identifies the configuration (enabled/disabled); the third column reports the current status of each service. -
Page 46: Tools > Load Configuration
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software Tools > Load Configuration Load Configuration Click the Browse button to open the file that allows you to locate the configuration Browse File for Load Configuration: file. When found, highlight the file name and press Enter so that the file name displays in the text box. Then click the Load button. -
Page 47: Statistics & Logs
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software Statistics & Logs Statistics & Logs > Ethernet This is an example of the Ethernet Statistics & Logs screen. It shows Ethernet statistics. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem rCell User Guide... -
Page 48: Statistics & Logs > Ppp
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software Statistics & Logs > PPP This is an example of the PPP Statistics & Logs screen. It shows PPP statistics when PPP is enabled. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem rCell User Guide... -
Page 49: Statistics & Logs > Ppp Trace
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software Statistics & Logs > PPP Trace This is an example of the PPP Trace Statistics & Logs screen. It shows the PPP Trace messages. Statistics & Logs > SysInfo This is an example of the System Information Statistics & Logs screen. It shows the information of the module: processor details, uptime memory, utilization, version, date, binary details. -
Page 50: Statistics & Logs > Dhcp Stat
Chapter 3 – Using the Web Management Software Statistics & Logs > DHCP Stat This is an example of the DHCP Statistics & Logs screen. It shows the statistics of DHCP leases. Statistics & Logs > GRE Statistics This screen displays the statistics of active tunnels. Statistics &... -
Page 51: Appendix A - A Reference Table Of Commonly Supported Subnets
Appendix A – Commonly Supported Subnets Appendix A – A Reference Table of Commonly Supported Subnets This table lists commonly supported Subnets organized by Address. Network Number Hosts Available Broadcast Address 255.255.255.128 N.N.N.0 N.N.N.1-126 N.N.N.127 N.N.N.128 N.N.N.129-254 N.N.N.255 Network Number Hosts Available Broadcast Address 255.255.255.192... - Page 52 Appendix A – Commonly Supported Subnets N.N.N.232 N.N.N.233-238 N.N.N.239 N.N.N.240 N.N.N.241-246 N.N.N.247 N.N.N.248 N.N.N.249-254 N.N.N.255 Network Number Hosts Available Broadcast Address 255.255.255.252 N.N.N.0 N.N.N.1-2 N.N.N.3 N.N.N.4 N.N.N.5-6 N.N.N.7 N.N.N.8 N.N.N.9-10 N.N.N.11 N.N.N.12 N.N.N.13-14 N.N.N.15 N.N.N.16 N.N.N.17-18 N.N.N.19 N.N.N.20 N.N.N.21-22 N.N.N.23 N.N.N.24 N.N.N.25-26 N.N.N.27...
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Page 53: Appendix B - Wireless Antenna
Appendix B – Wireless Antenna Appendix B – Wireless Antenna The Antenna The antenna sub-system and integration in the application is a major issue: Choice of antenna (type, length, performances, thermal resistance, etc.) These elements could affect GSM performances such as sensitivity and emitted power. PTCRB Requirements Note: There cannot be any alteration to the authorized antenna system. -
Page 54: Appendix C - Regulatory Compliance
Appendix C – Regulatory Compliance Appendix C – 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 15 December 2004 on the approximation of the laws of Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility;... -
Page 55: Appendix D - Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment
Appendix D – WEEE Statement Appendix D – Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment July, 2005 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) 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. -
Page 56: Appendix E - Rohs Ht/Ts Substance Concentration
Appendix E – China ROHS Appendix E – ROHS HT/TS Substance Concentration 依照中国标准的有毒有害物质信息 根据中华人民共和国信息产业部 (MII) 制定的电子信息产品 (EIP) 标准－中华人民共和国《电子信息产品污染控制管 理办法》（第 39 号），也称作中国 RoHS，下表列出了 Multi-Tech Systems Inc. 产品中可能含有的有毒物质 (TS) 或有害物质 (HS) 的名称及含量水平 方面的信息。 有害/有毒物质/元素 成分名称 铅 汞 镉 六价铬 多溴联苯 多溴二苯醚 (PB) (Hg) (CR6+) (PBDE) -
Page 57: Index
Index Index IP Server ................... 25 ITCP ..................36 Access Point Name ..............18 Auto Dialout configuration ............23 Autodiscovery configuration ............ 23 Load Configuration ..............46 Broadcast timer ................. 23 Menu structure ................. 20 Browse File for Upgrade in Tools .......... - Page 58 Index Verifying Signal Strength ............16 ..................36 Wakeup on Call ................ 30 Wakeup on Call Examples ..........31, 33 Vehicle Safety ................7 Wizard Setup ..............17, 18 Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem rCell User Guide...