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6.4. PC - Based Programming via serial interface
6.4.1. Connecting to PC, starting of GSM program
Connect GSM gateway and your PC or notebook by RS-232C Serial Interface. Use an
enclosed serial cable or another common 1:1 male/female serial cable. Run GSM
program (actual version is available on internet). Program works without connected GSM
gateway too (prearrangement of set-up, demo...). It has three basic functions, described
below.
6.4.2. Programming tool
Basic function of GSM program is to view and edit all parameters of GSM gateway.
Parameters are grouped in windows, which are according with parameter tables in
chapter 7 of this manual. Help and hints are available for all parameters, as well as a
choice of basic set-up. You can add your own notes and save all settings as a file for
future use. Parameters can be up- or downloaded, but some are read-only or write-only;
e.g. passwords cannot be read, and serial number cannot be overwritten.
6.4.3. Upgrade of GSM gateway firmware
GSM gateway is equipped with ISP (In System Programming) feature. You can "upgrade"
it whenever you wish. Actual version of firmware is available on Internet (free).
How to upgrade your GSM gateway firmware:
1)
Download actual version of GSM program and Hex file for upgrade from
2)
Install GSM program on your PC, connect GSM gateway to serial port
3)
Run GSM program and select used COM
4)
Check connection - GSM program must be able to read settings from GSM gateway
5)
Turn GSM gateway OFF (in a case of model with battery back-up, disconnect
battery too)
6)
Press RESTET button and hold it while turning GSM gateway ON
7)
Most lamps on GSM gateway must light up - upgrade mode is activated
8)
Make an upgrade now - button Hex in the top toolbar of GSM program window.
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