Sierra Wireless AirLink ES Series Hardware User's Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Sierra Wireless Manuals
  4. Wireless Router
  5. AirLink ES Series
  6. Hardware user's manual

Sierra Wireless AirLink ES Series Hardware User's Manual

Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

AirLink ES Series
Hardware User Guide
4116746
Rev 4

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Sierra Wireless AirLink ES Series

Summary of Contents for Sierra Wireless AirLink ES Series

  • Page 1 AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide 4116746 Rev 4...
  • Page 3 Notice totally lost. Although significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices such as the Sierra Wireless modem are used in a normal manner with a well-constructed network, the Sierra Wireless modem should not be used in...
  • Page 4 ® product includes technology licensed from QUALCOMM . This product is manufactured or sold by Sierra Wireless Inc. or its affiliates under one or more patents licensed from InterDigital Group and MMP Portfolio Licensing. Copyright © 2015 Sierra Wireless. All rights reserved.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Introducing the AirLink ES Series ........7...
  • Page 6 Remote Management ......... 35 AirLink ES Series Specifications ........37 Radio Module Conducted Transmit Power .

  • Page 7: Introducing The Airlink Es Series

    1: Introducing the AirLink ES Series This chapter describes the Sierra Wireless AirLink ES Series device, ® including a description of ALEOS embedded software and the AirLink Management Service (ALMS) device management platform. Introduction The Sierra Wireless ES Series enterprise gateways deliver mission- critical 4G LTE connectivity when primary landline connections are unavailable.

  • Page 8: Out-Of-Band Management (Oobm)

    AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide NOCS Internet Wireless backup Primary wireless AirLink ES Series Wireline Gateway device AirLink ES Series device OOBM (serial to console port) Enterprise-grade router/firewall Ethernet Switch Laptop Wi-Fi AP VoIP phone Inventory Wi-Fi AP Figure 1-1: AirLink ES Series applications...

  • Page 9: Network Configuration

    Introducing the AirLink ES Series Network Configuration ES Series devices are designed for the distributed enterprise, which includes any enterprise that has remote facilities that must maintain a network connection for critical business processes such as retail credit card transactions.

  • Page 10: Rear Panel

    AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide Rear Panel The rear panel has the following connectors and controls: Ethernet Primary LTE Antenna Connector Secondary LTE Connector Antenna Connector USB Port Serial Port Power Connector Figure 1-3: ES Series Rear Panel •...

  • Page 11: Aleos Software

    • Real-Time Notification • Packet Level Diagnostics • Device Management & Control Sierra Wireless has two main applications for monitoring and configuring ES Series devices: • ACEmanager – A web-based configuration tool for configuring a single AirLink device • AirLink Management Service (ALMS) – A cloud-based device management service for monitoring and configuring fleets of ES Series devices.

  • Page 12: Acemanager

    AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide ACEmanager ACEmanager is a web-based application used to configure and monitor ES Series devices. ACEmanager: • Simplifies deployment • Provides extensive monitoring, control and management capabilities • Enables you to configure your ES Series device to meet your needs •...

  • Page 13: Accessories

    Introducing the AirLink ES Series Accessories • Included with the ES Series device: · AC power adapter with international plug options · Mounting screws · Two LTE antennas · Quick Start Guide • Order separately: · Ethernet cable · DB-9 serial cable (6 ft and 25 ft lengths) ·...
  • Page 14 AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide 4116746...

  • Page 15: Startup And Configuration

    2: Startup and Configuration This chapter provides instruction for the initial device configuration, and describes the front panel LEDs. Initial Startup and Configuration Follow the instructions in this section to do the initial startup and configuration for the ES Series device. For on-site installation and setup instructions, see On-site Installation and Setup on page 27.

  • Page 16: Installing The Sim Card

    AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide Installing the SIM Card If it is not already installed, insert a SIM card into the ES Series device before connecting any external equipment or powering it up. 1) Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the four screws attaching the cover.
  • Page 17 Startup and Configuration An RF site survey may be required to determine the best location. See Antenna Installation on page 29. To connect the antennas to the device: 1. Connect both RF antennas, as shown in the illustration. 2. Adjust the antennas so they are in a V-formation, with a separation of 90 degrees.

  • Page 18: Connecting The Power Cable And Starting The Es Series Device

    AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide Connecting the Power Cable and Starting the ES Series Device 1. Choose the correct AC adapter plug for your region and slide it into the AC adapter base. North America Europe Australia 2. Connect the power cable to the 4-pin power connector on the ES Series device.

  • Page 19: Connecting The Enterprise Router Or Other Equipment

    Startup and Configuration Ethernet Connection Virtual Ethernet Connection with USB cable USB cable Ethernet cable Ethernet cable If you are using the Ethernet port on the ES Series device to connect an enterprise If you are not using the Ethernet router, then use the USB port on the ES Series device to connect an port to connect the PC...
  • Page 20 AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide Redundant ISP configuration Out-Of-Band Management Configuration ES Series device ES Series device Wired gateway Null modem cable Enterprise router Enterprise router Figure 2-3: Connecting an enterprise router to an ES Series device The ES Series device’s serial connector complies with the EIA RS-232D specification for DCE equipment.

  • Page 21: Configuring With Acemanager

    Startup and Configuration Configuring with ACEmanager To access ACEmanager: 1. Ensure that the ES Series device is powered on and connected to a PC. 2. Open a web browser and in the address bar, enter: http://192.168.13.31:9191. Note: It may take a minute or two for the ES Series device to respond after the first power The ACEmanager login screen appears.

  • Page 22: Configuring With Airlink Management Service

    AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide (See Installing the SIM Card on page 16.) b. Check the Signal Strength field. It should be greater than -100. c. Check the APN on the WAN/Cellular tab. If an error message appears in this field, contact your Mobile Network Operator.

  • Page 23: Configuring With At Commands

    Startup and Configuration Configuring with AT Commands You can also configure ES Series devices using AT commands over the RS-232 serial port or the USB port (configured as a virtual serial port). All the commands are listed in the ALEOS Software Configuration User Guide. •...

  • Page 24: Ethernet Leds

    4.4.0 or later) Flashing Red Traffic is being transmitted or received over the serial port. (This behavior only appears if the AirLink ES Series device is configured to display it. Refer to the ALEOS Software Configuration Guide for details.) Flashing Yellow Traffic is being transmitted or received over both the WAN interface and the serial port.

  • Page 25: Reset To Factory Default Settings

    Startup and Configuration • Press and release the Reset button on the ES Series device (see Front Panel on page 9). Reset to factory default settings To reset the ES Series device to the factory default settings, either: • Press and hold the Reset button until all the LEDs turn greenish-yellow (about 7–10 seconds).
  • Page 26 AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide 4116746...

  • Page 27: On-Site Installation And Setup

    3: On-site Installation and Setup This chapter shows you how to communicate with and configure the Sierra Wireless AirLink ES Series device. Typical Configuration The ES Series device is a purpose-built 4G LTE gateway and terminal server. When deployed with an enterprise router, the...

  • Page 28: Locating The Es Series Device

    ES Series device. If you are experiencing RF performance-throughput issues and you do not have the equipment to perform an RF site survey to determine the best location, your Sierra Wireless authorized distributor may have the tools and knowledge to help. 4116746...

  • Page 29: Mounting The Es Series Device

    On-site Installation and Setup For simple installations in good LTE coverage, an Ethernet-connected configuration PC running your favorite speed-test application and ACEmanager to determine network signal strength, cell info, and signal quality will help narrow down some of the location options. Mounting the ES Series device Warning: This ES Series device is not intended for use close to the human body.

  • Page 30: Antenna Recommendations

    Antenna Separation on page 30 for optimum performance. If you want to use a third-party antenna placed outdoors, Sierra Wireless recommends working with your authorized distributor to provide the proper protection, which may include an RF lightning arrestor and/or Ethernet surge suppressors.

  • Page 31: Connecting The Enterprise Router

    On-site Installation and Setup Note: The values in the following table are approximate antenna separation values for monopole or dipole type antennas. Table 3-1: Recommended Antenna Separation Service Frequency Wavelength () Best Antenna Good Antenna (MHz) (mm) Separation (mm) Separation (mm) (1/2 ) (1/4 ) 4G LTE...

  • Page 32: Fusing

    Low Power mode. For details, refer the ALEOS Software Configuration User Guide (Events Reporting chapter). Note: Sierra Wireless strongly recommends that you use an unswitched VCC, with Pin 3 (white wire on DC cable) connected to the ignition (if you want the ES gateway on when the ignition is on) or connect it to a low voltage monitor (when you want the ES gateway to turn off when the voltage drops below a defined level.
  • Page 33 On-site Installation and Setup ES Series gateway White Pin 3 Ignition Sense Ignition switch Green Pin 4 GPI/O Pin 1 Optional: Power Black Connect to switch, relay or external device Pin 2 Ground 2.0 A fast-acting fuse Battery Figure 3-3: DC power cable connections (Colors indicate DC cable wire colors.) Table 3-2: Power Connector Pin and DC cable Wires Name Associated DC...
  • Page 34 AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide It has a maximum rating of 30 V and 50 mA sink current. The pin is user programmed. For information on configuring Pin 4 (Digital Input/Relay Output 1 in ACEmanager) refer to the ALEOS Software Configuration User Guide.

  • Page 35: Local Management

    Note: Some solenoids/relays include a flyback diode built into the unit. For those that do not, Sierra Wireless recommends a flyback diode with a voltage rating at least double the relay voltage and a current rating at least double the relay ON current to avoid damage to the ES input.
  • Page 36 AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide 4116746...

  • Page 37: Airlink Es Series Specifications

    4: AirLink ES Series Specifications Radio Frequency Bands by Product Table 4-1: ES450 International—MC7304 Radio Band Frequency Technology Band 1 (2100 MHz) Tx: 1920–1980 MHz Rx: 2110–2170 MHz Band 3 (1800 MHz) Tx: 1710 –1785 MHz Rx: 1805–1880 MHz Band 7 (2600 MHz) Tx: 2500 –2570 MHz...
  • Page 38 AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide Table 4-2: ES450 North America—MC7354 Radio Technology Band Frequency Band 2 (1900 MHz) Tx: 1850–1910 MHz Rx: 1930–1990 MHz Band 4 (AWS) Tx: 1710–1755 MHz (1700 / 2100 MHz) Rx: 2110–2155 MHz Band 5 (850 MHz) Tx: 824–849 MHz...
  • Page 39 AirLink ES Series Specifications Table 4-2: ES450 North America—MC7354 (Continued) Radio Technology Band Frequency EDGE GSM 850 (850 MHz) Tx: 824–849 MHz Rx: 869–894 MHz GSM 900 (900 MHz) Tx: 880–915 MHz Rx: 925–960 MHz DCS 1800 (1800 MHz) Tx: 1710–1785 MHz Rx: 1805–1880 MHz...
  • Page 40 AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide Table 4-4: ES440 AT&T and Canada—MC7700 (Continued) Radio Technology Band Frequency EDGE GSM 850 Tx: 824– 849 MHz (850 MHz) Rx: 869–894 MHz EGSM 900 Tx: 880–915 MHz (900 MHz) Rx: 925–960 MHz DCS1800 Tx: 1710–1785 MHz...

  • Page 41: Radio Module Conducted Transmit Power

    AirLink ES Series Specifications Radio Module Conducted Transmit Power The following tables provide radio module conducted transmit power specifications. The radio module type is printed on the label on the bottom of the gateway and is available in ACEmanager (Status > About).
  • Page 42 AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide Table 4-7: ES450 International—MC7304 Conducted Transmit Power Band Conducted Tx Notes Power (dBm) Band 1 +23±1 Band 3 Band 8 Band 20 Band 7 +22±1 UMTS +23±1 Connectorized (Class 3) Band 1 (IMT 2100 12.2 kbps) Band 2 (UMTS 1900 12.2 kbps)
  • Page 43 AirLink ES Series Specifications Table 4-9: ES440 AT&T and Canada—MC7700 Conducted Transmit Power Band Conducted Tx Notes Power (dBm) Band 1 +22±1 Band 4 +23±1 Band 17 UMTS +23±1 Connectorized (Class 3) Band 1 (IMT 2100 12.2 kbps) Band 2 (UMTS 1900 12.2 kbps) Band 5 (UMTS 860 12.2 kbps)

  • Page 44: Host Interfaces

    AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide Table 4-10: ES440 International—MC7710 Conducted Transmit Power Band Conducted Tx Notes Power (dBm) GSM / EDGE +32±1 GMSK mode, connectorized GSM 900 CS (Class 4) +27±1 8 PSK mode, connectorized (Class E2) +29±1 GMSK mode, connectorized...

  • Page 45: Power Consumption

    AirLink ES Series Specifications Table 4-11: Operational / Non-Operational Environmental Specifications Category Op / Non-op Reference IP Rating Non-operational IEC 60529 – IP20 Cargo Vibration Non-operational ISTA 2A 2001, test categories 1, 4, 5, & 6 Table 4-12: Environmental Specifications...

  • Page 46: Device Management

    AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide Reliability The ES Series gateways have an MTBF of approximately 9.5 years. RoHS The ES440 and ES450 comply with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS). This directive restricts the use of six hazardous materials in the manufacture of various types of electronic and electrical equipment.

  • Page 47: Mechanical Specifications

    AirLink ES Series Specifications Events Reporting • Event Types: digital input, GPS/AVL, network parameters, data usage, timer, power, device temperature • Report types: SMS, email, SNMP trap, relay output, GPS RAP reports, Events Protocol Message to Server Mechanical Specifications Weight: 397 g (14 oz.) Figure 4-1: AirLink ES440 and ES450 Mechanical Specifications Rev 4 Aug.15...

  • Page 48: Antenna Specifications

    AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide Antenna Specifications The specifications for the antennas supplied with the ES Series gateway are described in Table 4-13. Table 4-13: Main Antenna and RX/Diversity Antenna Specifications Parameter Typical Units Notes Ω Impedance — —...
  • Page 49 AirLink ES Series Specifications The maximum input current is 500 mA at 100–240 VAC. The inrush current will not exceed 70 A at 100–240 VAC input and maximum load from a cold start at 25°C. AC Power Adapter Output Minimum...

  • Page 50: Ac Power Adapter Regulatory Standards

    AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide Regulatory Country or Certified Standard Agency Region China Approved GB4943 Canada Approved CSA C22.2 NO.60950-1 AC Power Adapter Regulatory Standards • 47 CFR-Parts 2, 15, 22, 24 • Industry Canada RSS-132 • Industry Canada RSS-133 •...

  • Page 51: Regulatory Information

    Warning: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Sierra Wireless could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Important Information for North American Users on Radiation Exposure This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

  • Page 52: Europe Generic Devices

    Une distance minimale de 20 cm doit être maintenue entre l'antenne (s) utilisées pour cet émetteur et l'ensemble du personnel. Europe Generic Devices Sierra Wireless hereby declares the AirLink ES440 and ES450 conform to all the essential requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC. These products display the CE mark.

  • Page 53: Acronyms

    A: Acronyms Table A-1: Acronyms Definition Acronym or Term 1xEV-DO Single Carrier (1X) EVolution — Data Only A high-speed standard for cellular packet data communications. It supports Internet connections with data rates up to 3.1 Mbps. (downlink from the network) and 1.8 Mbps (uplink to the network).
  • Page 54 AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide Table A-1: Acronyms (Continued) Definition Acronym or Term European Union Organization of European countries Effective Radiated Power Electronic Serial Number The unique first-generation serial number assigned to the LS300 for use on the wireless network.Compare to MEID.
  • Page 55 Table A-1: Acronyms (Continued) Definition Acronym or Term kbps Kilobits per second Actually 1000, not 1024, as used in computer memory size measurements of kilobytes. Light Emitting Diode A semiconductor diode that emits visible or infrared light. Long Term Evolution High performance air interface for cellular mobile communication systems.
  • Page 56 AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide Table A-1: Acronyms (Continued) Definition Acronym or Term Short Message Service A feature that allows users of a wireless device on a wireless network to receive or transmit short electronic alphanumeric messages (up to 160 characters, depending on the service provider).

  • Page 57: Index

    Index Acronyms, 53 Installing SIM card, 16 Agency standards, 50 IP address ALEOS obtaining with command line prompt, 23 default user name and password, 21 description of, 11 ALMS, 12 Analog input voltage sensing on power connector, 33 also see specific LED, 9 Antenna description of...
  • Page 58 AirLink ES Series Hardware User Guide 4116746...

This manual is also suitable for:

Airlink es440Airlink es450

Table of Contents