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BASIC GUIDE to the Digital Terminal MODEL RT30F - PCS...
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Welcome to the world of the SAGEM SA local radio loop. We congratulate you on your purchase of a GSM digital terminal SAGEM RT-30. We would like to draw your attention to the fact that this GSM terminal has been approved in accordance with the relevant European Standard.
CONTENTS To make this manual easier to read, carefully study the topics covered and note their location in the guide: GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS ..............3 Safety instructions ..................3 Electrical safety .................... 4 FCC Recommandations Safety information for Wireless local loop Terminal ......................
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS This equipment has to be imperatively installed, tested and serviced by qualified personnel. Before opening the equipment, always unplug all connectors and read carefully all safety instructions. After installation or service, the cover must imperatively be closed and fastened to base with the tie or the screw provided by the manufacturer, in order to ensure end user safety against electric shocks.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Electrical safety Do not install the terminal in a damp room, bathroom, laundry room or in a kitchen within 1.5 metres of the sink. This terminal should be used at temperatures between 5°C and 40°C. In districts which are subject to frequent storms, use a suitable surge arrester to protect the terminal against electrical overloads.
FCC Recommandations Safety information for Wireless local loop Terminal Use of your Terminal is subject to safety rules designed to protect the user and his or her environment. Exposure to Radio Frequency Signals Your Wireless local loop Terminal is a low power radio transmitter and receiver. When it is ON, it receives and also sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.
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Persons with pacemakers: •Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six inches from their pacemaker when the phone is turned ON; •If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn your Terminal OFF immediately. Hearing Aids Some digital Wireless Terminal may interfere with some hearing aids.
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Do not expose your Wireless Terminal to extreme temperatures. Keep your Wireless Terminal out of reach of small children. Do not allow them to play with it, it is not a toy. Only use your Wireless Terminal with original accessories. Failure to comply with these rules will invalidate your warranty.
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FCC/INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE Your Wireless Terminal may cause TV or radio interference (e.g when using telephone in close proximity of receiving equipment). The FCC/INDUSTRY CANADA can require you to stop using your Wireless Terminal if such interference cannot be eliminated. If you need assistance, contact your local dealer.
YOUR TERMINAL Your box contains • One digital terminal SAGEM RT-30 with a backup battery enclosed • One power adapter • One basic guide. • One line cable. • One installation kit. Description of your terminal Your terminal connects the subscriber to the network over a radio link (GSM radio standard).
YOUR TERMINAL Connectors The figure below gives the location of each connector. The table below gives the meaning of each connector. Connector Type Connection for Data 9 points, RS232 PC or digital fax machine RJ11 female Fax machine RJ11 female Phone RJ45 female Power adapter...
YOUR TERMINAL Lamps The tables below give the meaning of the 2 lamps on the front panel. Upper lamp (red) Status Function Call forward inactive Call forward active Slow flashing SMS or voice mail notification Rapid flashing Searching network or network not available Lower lamp (green: operating with power supply, red: operating with backup battery, depending on model)
INSTALLING AND USING THE TERMINAL FOR THE FIRST TIME Installing your terminal Where should you install your terminal? In order to prevent any interference between your terminal and other electrical equipment in the immediate vicinity (phones, television sets, microcomputers, etc.), which could result in extraneous noise, make sure that you install your terminal at a distance of at least 2 m from any of these types of equipment.
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INSTALLING AND USING THE TERMINAL FOR THE FIRST TIME Fit the expansion plug supplied with the terminal. Insert the two screws in the plugs, leaving a 2.5 mm minimum space between the wall and the screw head. 2.5 mm Offer up the backplate (the keyholes) to the two screwheads, position the backpate on the screws and slide it down.
INSTALLING AND USING THE TERMINAL FOR THE FIRST TIME This equipment has to be imperatively installed, tested and serviced by qualified personnel. After installation or service, the cover must imperatively be closed and fastened to base with the tie or the screw provided by the manufacturer, in order to ensure end user safety against electric shocks.
INSTALLING AND USING THE TERMINAL FOR THE FIRST TIME Before connecting, read carefully safety instructions p3 Line 1. Connect your phone set to the other end of your phone cord. 2. Plug the phone cord into the RJ11connector J3 Power supply 1.
INSTALLING AND USING THE TERMINAL FOR THE FIRST TIME Check the field strength The upper lamp on the terminal will flash rapidly if the field strength is incorrect or if there is no connection to the phone network. If necessary, connect an external antenna to the device. Move the external antenna to a position where the coverage is at its maximum.
SERVICES AVAILABLE ON THE TERMINAL Conference calls To manage conference calls, use the R button on your handset as indicated below: 3-party conference call This service allows you to speak to several persons at the same time. To set up a Conference call : 1.
SERVICES AVAILABLE ON THE TERMINAL Double call (Call hold / Call wait) Using the “double call” service, you can converse with two callers alternatively. If you are engaged on a “double call” and a third caller wishes to contact you, he will then be directed to your voice messaging service*, where he can leave a message for you.
SERVICES AVAILABLE ON THE TERMINAL Call forwarding Setting up call forwards enables you to switch the incoming calls to another phone number. This number can be the Network voice mail number or any number, provided the subscription allows it (*). Several types of call forwarding are available: •...
SERVICES AVAILABLE ON THE TERMINAL Data application Cable installation A cable (in option) allows you to connect your terminal directly via the DB 9 pts plug to the serial port on a computer (RS232 - V24). Modem installation Driver installation for Windows™ 95/98 •...
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SERVICES AVAILABLE ON THE TERMINAL HyperTerminal installation for Windows™ 95/98 • From the Control Panel, double-click on the Add/Remove Programs icon. In the new window, click on Windows Setup, then double-click on Communications. • In the new window, check the Dial- Up Networking and HyperTerminal boxes, then click on OK;...
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SERVICES AVAILABLE ON THE TERMINAL • In the new window, the name chosen and the associated icon are displayed. Select Standard 19200 bps Modem then enter the phone number. Click on OK. • In the new window, click on Modify… The File transfer Properties window appears.
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SERVICES AVAILABLE ON THE TERMINAL In the new window, check if the parameters are correct (COM1, 19200). Click on Connection. • Fill in the window as follows: Data bits Parity : None Stop bits • Click on Advanced… and fill in the window as follows: •...
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SERVICES AVAILABLE ON THE TERMINAL Internet application Parameter configuration in the computer To log onto the Internet from your PC, you will have to set up a «Dial-Up Networking» connection. To do this, go to My Computer/Dial- Up Networking and select Make New Connection.
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SERVICES AVAILABLE ON THE TERMINAL Special cases Some service providers automatically create a Dial-Up Networking connection for certain types of modems when the Internet browser is being installed. You are advised to choose a Standard 19200 bps Modem type connection. If this is not available, select any connection.
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SERVICES AVAILABLE ON THE TERMINAL • Select the Command tab and fill it as follows: • Click on OK then on Close to return to the window Line setup. Select the modem created and the serial port wanted then click on •...
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SERVICES AVAILABLE ON THE TERMINAL ATA<CR> Answer a call. ATH[0]<CR> Disconnect existing link. ATS0=i<CR> Answer calls after ”n“ rings. i = 0: no automatic off-hook. ATBi<CR> Data rate selection: ATB7 Analogue modem 2400 (V22BIS) ATB11 : Analogue modem 4800 (V32) ATB13 : Analogue modem 9600 (V32) ATB25 :...
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SERVICES AVAILABLE ON THE TERMINAL Depending on model, the following commands are available: AT&F To recover the default setting. AT&kn Flow control n = 0: no flow control n = 3: hardware flow control (RTS/CTS) n = 4: software flow control (XON/XOFF) AT&W Writes the user configuration in saved memory.
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SERVICES AVAILABLE ON THE TERMINAL Your questions answered This section describes the most common problems encountered whilst installing data transmission systems. The terminal does not respond to the AT commands: Check that your HyperTerminal session parameters are correct. Check that your cable is connected. Check that you are connected to the correct COM port on your PC.
ADVICE IN THE EVENT OF A PROBLEM Before contacting the Customer Service Department, you can try and identify the problem with the aid of the following checklist: Total lack of response from the terminal • Check that the phone is connected to the terminal. •...
ADVICE IN THE EVENT OF A PROBLEM Generated tones Type Values Dial tone 425 Hz continuous for 15 seconds Congestion / busy tone 425 Hz intermittent T : 300 ms / T : 300 ms Confirmation beep 950 Hz, T : 100 ms Abort beep 300 Hz, T...
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