This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Caution: Unauthorized modifications or changes not expressly approved by BlueTree Wireless Data, Inc. could void compliance with regulatory rules, and thereby your authority to use this equipment.
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There are no warranties, express or implied, with respect to the content of this document. Safety Do not operate the BlueTree Wireless Data BT4400 or BT5400 modem in areas near medical equipment, where blasting is in progress, where explosive atmospheres may be present, or near any equipment that may be susceptible to any form of radio interference.
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Note: Refer to BlueVue Device Manager manual for more details. Available Models BlueTree offers two models of GSM wireless rugged modem: • BT4400 wireless modem - base model with TCP/IP capability. • BT5400 wireless modem - GPS model with TCP/IP and positioning capabilities.
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GPS data storage. If a unit loses communication, the data being collected through GPS will be stored in memory and forwarded when communication is reestablished. Inputs and Outputs Not available on the product release 1.0. BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual V0.0...
Operational Wireless connection modes Description The BT4400/5400 can connect to the wireless data network in three different ways: • Packet Data (GPRS): allows outgoing calls only using GPRS cellular protocols. It is intended for TCP/IP connections to the internet. GPRS allows speeds of up to 40Kbps.
Modem is ON. Transmit Terminal is not transmitting data to modem. Flashing Terminal is transmitting data to modem. Receive Terminal is not receiving data from modem. Flashing Terminal is receiving from modem. BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual V0.0...
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Description Direction Data Carrier Detect Modem to PC Receive Data Modem to PC Transmit Data PC to Modem Data Terminal Ready PC to Modem Ground Common Data Set Ready Modem to PC V0.0 BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual...
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None None N.C. None None Receive - PC to Modem N.C. None None N.C. None None Input and Output Ports This feature is not supported on product version (Digital & Analog I/O) BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual V0.0...
The connector used for this application is a MiniFit 4-pin Molex connector. Table 4: Power connector pinout Pin number Name Description Ground Power supply input 8 to 30 Vdc Ignition sense Not connected Technical Specifications V0.0 BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual...
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Operating Temperature: -30 to +60 C Storing Temperature: -30 to +85 C Humidity: 95% non-condensing Shock: MIL 810F/202G Vibration: MIL 810F/202G Class I Division 2: Not Applicable Regulatory FCC Part 15 Class B Industry Canada ICES-003 BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual V0.0...
Male SMA connector • Frequency band: 1575 MHz Note: The GPS feature is only available on the BT5200 model only. Combined GPS and Cellular antennas are available. Contact your local representative for more details. V1.6 BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual...
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Note: Keep a written record of the account information that your wireless service provider gives you. Store it in a secure location. You will need this information if required to re-enter the account information. BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual V1.6...
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Slide the SIM tray back into its position in the modem, with golden pins facing up, Using the tip of a pen, push the tray all the way until you feel it locking. V0.0 BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual...
Thread the antenna cable through the vehicle so the cable can reach the front plate of the modem. Connect the cable to the TNC connector finger tight. Do not use tools. Connect the cable here. BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual V0.0...
The modem will turn on when the ignition sense line is set between 8 and 30 volts DC. The modem will turn off if the ignition sense line is less than 5 volts DC. Pin designations for the connector are shown below. V0.0 BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual...
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“Accessory for position 2”, for turning ON the modem without turning on the engine, c) the vehicle’s “Accessory for position 3”, for turning ON the modem only when the engine is turned on. BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual V0.0...
Connect the other end of the serial cable to an available connection on your terminal. Connecting the Ethernet cable: Connect one end the ethernet cable to the modem at the connector labeled ETHERNET. V0.0 BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual...
Click Finish to complete the addition of the modem in Windows. Click the Modem tab and confirm that the Maximum Port Speed is set to 115,200. g) Click OK. The modem profile is now configured. BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual V0.0...
The BT4400/5400 modem has a DHCP server continuously running on (RJ45) its RJ45 ethernet interface. As soon as a PC is connected to it, the modem will automatically assign and LAN IP address to the PC.
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COM TX LED is flashing. port. RX LED if OFF. Echo response is OFF or result code is Using HyperTerminal, enter ATE1Q0V1. OFF. BlueVue Help V0.0 BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual...
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Service Control. Click the Start button. Cannot close or exit BlueVue while This is normal behavior. It takes a few moments for BlueVue to disconnecting a data session. complete the disconnection process. BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual V0.0...
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#777 BlueVue displays: “Access was denied. Connection profile contains incorrect Change the connection profile and enter The username and/or password is network access credentials. new userid and password. invalid.” V0.0 BlueTree Wireless BT4400 & BT5400 Product Manual...
The sole responsibility of Bluetree Wireless Data Inc. under this warranty is limited to either repair or, at the option of Bluetree Wireless Data Inc., replacement of the cellular modem. There are no expressed or implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purpose or merchantability, which extend beyond the face hereof.
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