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- Page 1 INVICTUS 3G/GPRS MODEM ECHNICAL NFORMATION CIRRUS RESEARCH PLC Edition 1.4 OCTOBER 2014...
- Page 2 The content of this manual, any illustrations, technical information and descriptions within this document were correct at the time of going to print. Cirrus Research plc reserves the right to make any changes necessary, without notice, in line with the policy of continuing product development and improvement.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Configuring the instrument & the Noise-Hub2 software ......... 18 Run the Noise-Hub2 software ..............18 Connect the Invictus to the PC using the USB connection ........18 Add a new instrument ................18 Add a new connection - USB2 ..............19 Connect to the instrument ................ - Page 4 Introduction Page 3...
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Page 5: Introduction
IMEI Number The IMEI number of the Modem fitted to the Invictus is shown on a label located under the access flap. This information may also be shown on the instrument serial number label on the front panel. -
Page 6: Public Ip Address
How does a Public IP connection work? The process for making a public IP connection is as follows: 1. The Invictus is fitted with a SIM card providing a public IP connection and out-going internet access 2. The Invictus will register itself with the optimus cloud server, with its IP address and serial number. - Page 7 Page 6...
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Page 8: Vpn Connection
SIM card. The VPN Client software program is used to make a dedicated connection between the host PC and the Invictus and must be run before the instrument can be connected to the Noise-Hub software. - Page 9 Please note that additional changes to firewalls and security software may be required to allow the VPN connection to be made. Page 8...
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Page 10: What Size Of Sim Card Is Required
What size of SIM card is required? The physical SIM card itself is a standard Mini-SIM. This is a normal sized SIM card. A Micro-SIM or a Nano-SIM , as shown below, will not work without a suitable adaptor. Page 9... -
Page 11: Installation Of The Sim Card
Installation of the SIM Card The method used to install the SIM card will be different depending upon the type of Modem fitted to the Invictus. Please follow the instructions on the following pages. WARNING – only remove or insert a SIM Card when the unit is powered down. - Page 12 Page 11...
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Page 13: Mm:247/1 3G/Gprs Modem
MM:247/1 3G/GPRS Modem To install the SIM Card in an Invictus fitted with the MM:247/1 3G/GPRS Modem option: 1. Ensure that the Invictus is powered off a. Power down the instrument from the touch screen b. Lift the access flap and move the Master Power Switch to the Off position 2. - Page 14 3. Install the SIM card and replace the SIM card carrier into the instrument. Page 13...
- Page 15 4. Power on the Invictus unit. a. Move the Master power switch to the On position b. Press the Power button on the instrument. Page 14...
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Page 16: Mm:247/10 3G/Gprs Modem For Usa/Canada
In this option, the SIM card is not fitted into the SIM Card carrier but instead is installed into the modem directly. To install the SIM Card in an Invictus fitted with the MM:247/10 3G/GPRS Modem option: 1. Ensure that the Invictus is powered off a. - Page 17 Page 16...
- Page 18 8. Reconnect the RF connector to the socket market RF. 9. Reconnect the black power connector. 10. Locate the Modem back into the slot. 11. Power on the Invictus unit. a. Move the Master power switch to the On position b. Press the Power button on the instrument.
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Page 19: Configuring The Instrument & The Noise-Hub2 Software
The Noise-Hub2 software should ideally be run on the PC that will be used to connect to, and download data from, the Invictus when it is deployed for use. This allows the PC to “register” the serial number of the Invictus which enables dynamic linking to the unit via the Optimus Dynamic service. -
Page 20: Add A New Connection - Usb2
Select the instrument type required. In most applications select the CR:247 option. Add a new connection - USB2 When the instrument type has been selected, the Select Connection Type window will show. Select USB2. Page 19... -
Page 21: Connect To The Instrument
Noise-Hub2 will connect to the instrument over the USB connection. Adding a new connection to the instrument The connection from the Noise-Hub2 software to the Invictus can be made using one of two different methods. These are: Optimus Dynamic The OptimusDynamic connection allows Noise-Hub2 to connect to the Optimus Dynamic server and see which instruments are available. -
Page 22: Add A New Connection To The Instrument - Optimus Dynamic
Add a new connection to the instrument – Optimus Dynamic When the instrument is connected via USB2, click the Tools, Manage instrument menu and select the new instrument. Please note that the name of the instrument may have changed from “New CR:247”. In the example below, the name of the instrument changed to be “R&D US Prod”... -
Page 23: Add A New Connection To The Instrument - Tcp/Ip
Click Add Connection and select TCP/IP: Enter the IP address of the SIM card. The port number should be left as 22850 unless you have been advised otherwise by Cirrus Environmental or your SIM card provider. Click OK. Page 22... -
Page 24: Configure The Apn Settings
Configure the APN settings Some connections may require the APN (Access Point Name) settings to be configured before the modem can connect to the cellular network. The provider of the SIM card will provide these details if they are required. It is recommended that you ask your SIM provider if these details are needed. -
Page 25: Disconnect The Instrument
Firewall IP and Firewall Netmask are not required and should not be changed. Click Save To Instrument and click Close. Note that the APN settings can only be changed when the Invictus is connected using a USB connection. Disconnect the instrument... -
Page 26: Connect Using The Modem
If a connection error occurs, please wait for 30 minutes and retry. Modem & GPS Status Information When the Invictus powers up, it will go through a process to check the configuration of the SIM card. The instrument will then connect to the cellular network. - Page 27 Page 26...
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Page 28: Modem Status Information
Modem status information Status: This shows the current status of the modem and its connection to the cellular network. The possible messages are: Modem Error (a number is shown. See the table below for more information) Connecting Ready ... -
Page 29: Modem Error Status Information
Modem error status information The Status of the modem is shown in the instrument display. If an error occurs, the Invictus will show Modem Error (#) where # is a number listed below. Error Typical Cause Solution Notes code Check power to the Modem from the If the problem persists, please battery pack. - Page 30 103009, Power off the Invictus for 30 seconds 103010 and then restart the instrument. Check that the SIM card is a supported 'M2M' card. See page 4 for the requirements for the SIM card. Unable to obtain IP 103008 address...
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Page 31: Gps Status Information
GPS status information The GPS receiver in the Invictus requires a number of different satellite signals before it can obtain an accurate location lock. The optimum number of satellites is 12 although a location lock can be obtained with as few as 4. -
Page 32: Appendix 1 Regulatory Notices
Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Cirrus Research could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The equipment must only be used with the antenna supplied by the equipment manufacturer. -
Page 33: Appendix 2 Examples Of M2M Providers
Appendix 2 Examples of M2M Providers The following list shows the providers who have supplied suitable M2M connections for the Invictus Noise Monitors. Please note that this list is not exhaustive and will be updated as necessary. Please contact Cirrus Environmental or your local distributor for further details. -
Page 34: Appendix 3 Glossary
Earth where there is an unobstructed line of sight to four or more GPS satellites. The Invictus noise monitors incorporate a GPS system that provides both time and location data which is included with the noise measurement information. - Page 35 SIM cards have been made smaller over the years; functionality is independent of format. Full-size SIMs were followed by mini-SIMs, micro-SIMs, and nano-SIMs. The Invictus requires a standard mini-SIM card. Static IP address A static IP address is one that will not change from its original configuration even after a power cycle.
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Page 36: Contact Information
Contact information Cirrus Research plc Acoustic House Bridlington Road Hunmanby North Yorkshire YO14 0PH United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 1723 891655 Email: sales@cirrusresearch.co.uk Web: www.cirrusresearch.co.uk Page 35...
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