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User Guide
Models C3110, C3111
Version 2.01
AirLink Communications, Inc.
September 14, 2004

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  • Page 1 User Guide Models C3110, C3111 Version 2.01 AirLink Communications, Inc. September 14, 2004...
  • Page 3 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © Copyright AirLink Communications, Inc, 1993-2004. All rights reserved. Please send comments to: email: pubs@AirLink.com Fax: 510-264-5422 Phone: 510-264-5400 Post: AirLink Communications, Inc. Attention: Technical Publications Dept. 3159 Corporate Place Hayward, CA 94545...
  • Page 5 Preface Important Notice Because of the nature of wireless communications, transmission and reception of data can never be guaranteed. Data may be delayed, corrupted (i.e., have errors) or be totally lost. Although significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices such as the AirLink Communications modem are used in a normal manner with a well-constructed network, the AirLink Communications modem should not be used in situations where failure to transmit or receive data could result in damage of...
  • Page 6 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 AirLink Communications, Inc. Page ii September 14, 2004...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 Table of Contents Introduction ..................1 Product Overview................... 2 Network Connection Options ............3 Internet (TCP/IP) Connections via 1xRTT ........... 3 Circuit-Switched CDMA Connections............4 Modem Configuration ..............5 Local Configuration ..................5 Modem Activation [Model C3111]..............7 Modem Activation [Model C3110]..............
  • Page 8 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 CDMA and Cellular Standards ..............37 AirLink Communications, Inc. Page iv September 14, 2004...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Redwing CDMA User Guide WARNING The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co- located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 1 Introduction The AirLink CDMA modem is designed to operate in CDMA networks.

  • Page 10: Product Overview

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 CDMA2000 1X The AirLink CDMA modem provides data capability into the packet service offered with CDMA2000 1X (1xRTT) technology. CDMA2000 1X offers higher speed data operations than are available with IS-96 service. IS-95 is limited to 14.4 kbps. 1X service uses a fundamental channel at 9600 bps and can add supplemental channels when needed to boost speed to as high as 153.6 kbps on the downlink (network to modem) and 76.8 kbps on the uplink (modem to network).

  • Page 11: Network Connection Options

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 2 Network Connection Options The AirLink CDMA Redwing is capable of offering multiple network connection options. This section will illustrate the different network options that are available. 2.1 Internet (TCP/IP) Connections via 1xRTT When using the Redwing CDMA, remote access to is done via a PPP (TCP/IP) connection to the CDMA network.

  • Page 12: Circuit-Switched Cdma Connections

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 2.2 Circuit-Switched CDMA Connections Where there is carrier support for circuit-switched connectivity, the Redwing CDMA is capable of providing traditional Circuit-Switched ‘dial-up’ communications. Where you would normally use a landline modem or analog cellular dial-up device, the Redwing CDMA can be a drop-in replacement.

  • Page 13: Modem Configuration

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 3 Modem Configuration Modem configuration of the Redwing CDMA modem is done using a terminal emulation program like HyperTerminal in Windows. IMPORTANT NOTE: Wireless ACE cannot be used to configure the Redwing CDMA modem from a Windows computer. Only a terminal emulation application may be used.
  • Page 14 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 6. For "Connect using" select the COM port that the modem is on (do not select a modem driver), then select OK. 7. Select 115200 for the "Bits per second." Ensure Data Bits: 8, Parity: None, Stop bits: 1 and Flow control: Hardware.

  • Page 15: Modem Activation [Model C3111]

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 8. Type AT followed by [Enter]. You should receive an "OK" in response. Other AT commands may now be issued to the modem. See Section 5 for a list of AT commands 3.2 Modem Activation [Model C3111] The activation process is unique for each carrier.
  • Page 16 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 If however the Reg light does not go solid after a few minutes, your modem may need to be configured with a phone number and other parameters. Or if you have service ordered and a phone number for your modem, you may add these parameters yourself by doing the following: •...
  • Page 17 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 NAMVAL (“NAM Value”) AT~NAMVAL=<nam>[,<num>,<sid>,<nid>] Examples: 1. AT~NAMVAL=0 - Sets NAM 0 as the active account OK {Response} 2. AT~NAMVAL?0 - Queries the active account NAM0 NAM: 0 NUM: 8135551212 (10 digit phone number) SID: 40 (System ID) NID: 65535 (Network ID)

  • Page 18: Windows Dial-Up Networking Setup

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 4 Windows Dial-Up Networking Setup This section describes the setup of Windows to enable communications over the CDMA 1xRTT network. Windows 2000 is used as the example because it the one Windows OS revision that carries the most similarity to both Windows 98 as well as Windows XP.
  • Page 19 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 4. Check "Don't detect my modem..." and select Next. 5. Select "(Standard Modem Types)" from the Manufacturers and then select "Standard 33600 bps Modem" under Models. 6. Select Next. AirLink Communications, Inc. Page 11 September 14, 2004...
  • Page 20 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 7. Check Selected Ports, then select the COM port the modem is connected to and select Next. 8. Select Finish to exit the "Install New Modem" wizard. 9. You should see the modem added to the correct COM port. 10.

  • Page 21: Windows Dial-Up Networking (Ppp) Configuration

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 4.2 Windows Dial-Up Networking (PPP) Configuration This section describes how to setup a Windows Dial-up Networking connection using an AirLink Redwing CDMA Modem. Windows 2000 Professional was used in this example. The connection uses PPP to communicate to the modem and gain access the Internet.
  • Page 22 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 3. When the Connection Wizard starts, select Next. 4. Select "Dial-up to private network" and select Next. 5. Check the box next to "Modem – Standard 33600bps" and select Next. AirLink Communications, Inc. Page 14 September 14, 2004...
  • Page 23 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 Enter the 1xRTT Access number: #19788 (or #777 -- depending on your carrier) and then select Next. 7. Select whether you want all users or just yourself to have access to this connection, and select Next. 8.
  • Page 24 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 12. Examine the General tab settings. 13. “Connect using” should have a check next to “Modem – Standard 33600bps Modem (COMx).” 14. “Phone number” should equal the 1xRTT Access Number provided by the carrier. 15.
  • Page 25 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 22. Check or Uncheck options as your application requires. 23. Set the "Redialing options" that will meet your needs. Note: The options shown here should work for most applications. Consult your Network Administrator for more help on connection options. 24.
  • Page 26 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 26. Set "Data encryption" to "No encryption (server will disconnect if it requires encryption)." 27. For "Logon security" check “Allow these protocols.” 28. Check the following options: • Unencrypted password (PAP) • Shiva Password Authentication Protocol (SPAP) •...
  • Page 27 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 31. Type of dial-up server should show “PPP: Windows 95/98/NT 4/2000, Internet.” 32. Select the Settings button. 33. Uncheck all three of the PPP Settings options. 34. Select OK. 35. In the Components section of the Networking tab, Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) should be checked.
  • Page 28 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 Sprint DNS Servers 37. "Obtain an IP address automatically" should be checked. 38. Normally, DNS server addresses are provided during PPP negotiations. If it is necessary for you to enter DNS entries, check/enable "Use the following DNS server addresses"...

  • Page 29: Making A 1Xrtt Data Connection

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 41. Select OK. 42. Leave the options under the Sharing tab unchecked. 43. Select OK. Making a 1xRTT Data Connection This section shows what to expect when dialing a 1xRTT data connection. 1. Go to Network and Dial-Up Connections and double-click on the 1xRTT icon.
  • Page 30 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 Once connected, you will see the connection status displayed in the System Tray on the Task Bar. AirLink Communications, Inc. Page 22 September 14, 2004...

  • Page 31: Using At Commands

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 5 Using AT Commands This document is a reference for using AT commands with the AirLink Redwing CDMA modems. Use a terminal emulation program to connect up to the modem either locally (via the serial port of a computer) or remotely (over an existing internet connection on a pc to the modem at a remote location).

  • Page 32: Account Activation Commands

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 5.1 Account Activation Commands Command Description NAMLCK ("NAM Lock") AT~NAMLCK=nnnnnn (nnnnnn = Lock Code from carrier) Example: AT~NAMLCK=123456 - uses 123456 for the NAM Lock value The NAM is the “Number Assignment Module”. The NAMLCK command unlocks the ability to set the NAM parameters (to provision a an account).

  • Page 33: Basic Modem Setup And Status Commands

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 5.2 Basic Modem Setup and Status Commands Command Description IPR = I/O Port Rate +IPR =n Sets a data rate for the local serial port (DTE - DCE). The modem has a default setting of 115200. Other supported rates include: 45, 50, 75, 110, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600 &...
  • Page 34 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 !STATUS = “Current Modem Status” reports the modem’s status as follows: The STATUS command Current band: <band> Current channel: <chan> SID: <sid> NID: <nid> Roaming: <n> Temp: <temp> Pilot [NOT] acquired Modem has [NOT] registered The defined results values are as follows: <band>...

  • Page 35: Device And Service Interrogation Commands

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 5.3 Device and Service Interrogation Commands Command Description !RSSI Received Signal Strength Indication !STATUS Modem status report +CBIP? Base Station IP Address (Read-only) +CMIP? Mobile Station IP Address (Read-only) +CSQ? Signal Quality (Read-only) +CSS? Serving System (Read-only) +GCAP Get Capabilities...

  • Page 36: Alphabetic List Of At Commands

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 5.5 Alphabetic List of AT Commands Command Description Escape Sequence (not preceded by AT) Used to exit data state and enter command state; this is not preceded by AT and does not require <CR>. The escape character is fixed as the plus sign “+”...
  • Page 37 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 Dial Initiates a data/fax call. (Use +CDV to dial a voice call.) Because of the options available in this command, another AT command cannot follow it on the same line. All characters following the D command are taken as parameter options. Several types of data and fax calls are possible based on the option(s) entered.
  • Page 38 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 The possible result codes are determined by the call monitoring set by X[n] (Result Code Select). Echo Controls echoing of characters received from the host (DTE) back to the host when in command state. This also affects framing of responses (see page 33 for details).
  • Page 39 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 On-line (Remote) Causes the modem to go from command state (online condition) to data state. The modem responds with the normal CONNECT response codes (if enabled) as if the connection were new. This command is executed by the IWF modem. If the CDMA modem was in an offline condition and without an airlink, the NO CARRIER and OK result codes are returned.
  • Page 40 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 Verbose - Result Code Form Specifies whether the modem displays the result codes in numeric format or as words (verbose). See Table 3-24 on page 106 for a numerical list of the result codes. Note that numeric codes are returned as ASCII character numerals. This command also affects framing of responses (see page 33 for details).

  • Page 41: Using Sms Messaging [Model C3110]

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 6 Using SMS Messaging [Model C3110] Command Description ! CNTSMS Count message Reports the number of messages stored in the modem as follows: New Urgent Msg {Index = 1}: <n> New Regular Msg {Index = 2}: <r> Voice Messages {Index = 3}: <v>...
  • Page 42 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 !SMS? - The query form reports the progress of the last message sent. Possible responses are: pending message has not left the modem (an attempt to use !SSMS= again yields an ERROR result code.) sent successfully sent to the network delivered successfully delivered by the network failed sending failed and should be retried If you send a second message after receiving the "sent"...

  • Page 43: Default/Stored Profile Settings

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 7 Default/Stored Profile Settings The Redwing does not support a user-defined default profile at this time. Both the ATZ and AT&F commands will return the modem to these factory-default settings: Basic Settings S-Registers FAX Commands E Echo (Command State) 1 (enabled) S0 Auto-answer mode +CFC Airlink Fax Compression...

  • Page 44: Technical Specifications

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 8 Technical Specifications 8.1 Physical Characteristics: • Weight: < 1 lb. • Size: 3” wide x 1” high x 5.1" long • Status LEDs • RF Antenna Connector: 50 Ohm TNC • Serial Interface: RS232 DB-9F 8.2 Power Specifications: •...

  • Page 45: Status Led Display

    Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 8.4 Status LED Display: • Registration (REG) LED: 2 Hz = Scanning for channel 0.5 Hz = In-coverage On = Registered • Transmit (TX) LED: Off = Not transmitting On = Transmitting (on RF) •...
  • Page 46 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 • Adheres to CDMA authentication as specified in CDMA2000 1X • CDG1, 2, and 3 for CDMA2000 1X • IS-95B: Mobile Station-Base Station Compatibility • IS-98C and D: Recommended Minimum Performance • Telecommunications Systems Bulletin (TSB2000): Capabilities Requirements Mapping for CDMA2000 Standards (TIA/EIA/TSB2000) AirLink Communications, Inc.
  • Page 47 Redwing CDMA User Guide Version 2.01 AirLink Communications, Inc. Page 39 September 14, 2004...

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