Introduction The OnCell G2111/G2151I Series of industrial GSM/GPRS modems provide an easy way to connect your remote RS-232, or RS-422/485 serial devices to GSM and GPRS mobile networks. The following topics are covered in this chapter: Overview Package Checklist ...
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series Introduction Overview The OnCell G2111/G2151I Series consists of quad-band GSM/GPRS modems that transmit data and short messages (SMS) over GSM/GPRS mobile networks. The modems do not require a high level of technical knowledge to operate and can be used to improve your communication efficiency and maintenance. All models provide standard RS-232 communication and 15 kV ESD serial line protection, ideal for attaching devices such as stand-alone controllers, PC COM ports, and multi-drop electric meters.
Getting Started This chapter includes instructions on how to install the OnCell G2111/G2151I Series modem. The following topics are covered in this chapter: Product Characteristics Dimensions Connecting the Hardware Wiring Requirements SIM Card Installation DIN-Rail Mounting ...
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series Getting Started Product Characteristics Dimensions Connecting the Hardware This section describes how to connect the OnCell G2111/G2151I Series modem to a host PC or serial devices for initial testing and configuration. www.ipc2u.ru www.moxa.pro...
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series Getting Started Wiring Requirements ATTENTION Safety First! Be sure to disconnect the power cord before installing and/or wiring your device. Wiring Caution! Calculate the maximum possible current in each power wire and common wire. Observe all electrical codes dictating the maximum current allowable for each wire size.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series Getting Started DIN-Rail Mounting Built-in mounting appendages allow the modem to be mounted to a flat wall or on a DIN rail. Follow the instructions below to mount the modem on a DIN rail. ATTENTION Before mounting the OnCell G2111/G2151I Series modem, we strongly recommend that you first remove the antenna connection.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series Getting Started ATTENTION Grounding and wire routing help limit the effects of noise due to electromagnetic interference (EMI). There are two grounding points for the unit. One point is the 3-pin terminal block connector for power. Underneath the bottom mounting appendage is another grounding point.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series Getting Started Connecting the Antenna ATTENTION Make sure the transmitter antenna is placed so that it is at least 20 cm (8 inches) away from any people or users. The modem is not designed for applications where users will be in close proximity for prolonged periods. Turn the unit off for the following situations: •...
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series Getting Started Connecting a Serial Device The RS-232 serial interface come with 15 kV ESD serial line protection and matches the pinouts of a standard D-shell connector. A serial device or PC COM port can be connected with a DB9(M) to DB9(F) serial cable, such as Moxa’s CBL-F9M9-150 (100 cm) or CBL-F9M9-20 (20 cm).
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series Getting Started LED Indicators Name Color Function Green DC power connection STATUS Amber Steady Blinking: No SIM card present or PIN entered incorrectly. Slow Blinking: Modem registered on GSM network. Fast Blinking: Modem connected to GPRS. Always On: Modem connected in CSD mode. Amber Serial Tx Green...
AT Command Set The AT Command Set can be used to operate, configure, and query the OnCell G2111/G2151I Series modem. This chapter includes information about the AT Command Set of the OnCell G2111/G2151I Series modem. The following topics are covered in this chapter: ...
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series AT Command Set AT Command Set Introduction The OnCell G2111/G2151I Series modem supports the V.25ter AT command set. The “AT” prefix (also known as the Attention Code) signals the modem that one or more commands are to follow. The AT command set is an industry-standard language that is used to communicate with modems.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series AT Command Set 2. The PComm Terminal Emulator user interface will appear. Click the Open button, which is the first blue icon on the tool bar. 3. Select the target COM port and communication parameters. Click OK to open the port. 4.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series AT Command Set Modem Acknowledgement Connect the RS-232 port of the OnCell G2111/G2151I Series modem to a host PC. Start PComm Terminal Emulator with the current communication parameters. Type AT and press Enter. A modem response of OK indicates that the modem is ready.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series AT Command Set PIN Code Management Operation of the OnCell G2111/G2151I Series modem requires the installation of an active SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card. The SIM card contains the necessary data to identify the modem to the network service provider.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series AT Command Set ATTENTION Be careful when entering the PIN codes. After 3 unsuccessful attempts at entering the PIN, you will need to use the PUK to proceed. PUK validation forces the user to enter a new PIN code as a second parameter, and this will be the new PIN code if PUK validation succeeds.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series AT Command Set ATTENTION Once the correct PIN is entered, the system will activate the Automatic PIN Entry function. This function will store the current PIN in its memory and enter it into the OnCell G2111/G2151I Series modem each time the system boots up.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series AT Command Set 2. Modify the terminal settings to match the new serial communication parameters. 3. Type AT&W and press Enter to save the settings. Flow Control The default RTS/CTS and XON/XOFF flow control setting is none. To enable RTS/CTS flow control: 1.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series AT Command Set 4. Type AT&W and press Enter to save the settings. ATTENTION Changes to the serial communication parameters take effect immediately. You will need to update your terminal settings to match any changes in the serial communication parameters. When using XON/XOFF flow control (AT\Q1) in online mode, +++ should not be used while the data transmission is paused with XOFF.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series AT Command Set Additional Information • V.25ter recommendation For commands that are not supported, the OnCell G2111/G2151I Series modem will respond with “ERROR”. Modulation control, error control, and data compression commands are not recognized. An “ERROR” string will be returned.
GSM/CSD Connection A Circuit-Switched Data Connection makes the wireless modem work in a manner similar to a regular analog modem. You must have CSD service in order to make a CSD call. The following topics are covered in this chapter: ...
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GSM/CSD Connection Overview CSD (Circuit Switched Data) is the original form of data transmission developed for GSM systems. By using a single radio time slot, CSD is able to deliver 9.6 to 14.4 kbps data transmission to both the GSM network and PSTN switching subsystem through direct calls.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GSM/CSD Connection 5. Type ATH and press Enter to disconnect. ATTENTION +++ is the escape sequence, and ATH is the hang-up command. For international calls, the local international prefix does not required, but the + character is. You would type ATD+886289191230.
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OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GSM/CSD Connection 6. To disconnect the modem, type +++. The modem will respond with OK, which means that you have already switched back to command mode. Type ATH and press Enter to disconnect. ATTENTION If you are answering a call from a PSTN dial-up modem, type AT+CICB=0 to force the incoming call to be a data call.
Using Short Message Services GSM technology offers the benefit of using SMS (short message service) as an easy way to communicate over the mobile network. In this chapter, we explain how to use SMS with the OnCell G2101 Series modem. The following topics are covered in this chapter: ...
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series Using Short Message Services Sending Short Messages Follow these instructions to send a short message to a specific phone number. 1. Type AT+CMGF=1 and press Enter. 2. Type AT+CMGS=“<phone number>“ and press Enter. The terminal will present a “>“ prompt. Enter your message at the prompt.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series Using Short Message Services Deleting Short Messages Follow these instructions to delete a short message. 1. Type AT+CMGD=x,n and press Enter. For x, select one of the following options: “REC UNREAD” Shows received unread messages “REC READ” Shows received read messages “STO UNSENT”...
GPRS Connection The following topics are covered in this chapter: GPRS Overview Windows GPRS Access Installing the Modem Driver Modem Diagnostics Setting up the APN Adding Windows DUN Entry Internet Service Connection www.ipc2u.ru www.moxa.pro...
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GPRS Connection GPRS Overview GPRS is a packet-switched technology, which means that multiple users share the same transmission channel. In addition, transmission only occurs when there is outgoing data. This means that the available bandwidth can be dedicated solely to data communication as needed. In general, a GPRS network can be viewed as a special IP network that offers IP connectivity to IP terminals.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GPRS Connection Installing the Modem Driver 1. In the Control Panel, open “Phone and Modem Options” and go to the “Modem” tab. Click Add to add a new modem. ATTENTION The first time you access the Phone and Modem Options, Windows will ask you to input the area code. Enter the area code to proceed.
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OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GPRS Connection 3. Next, select Standard Modem Types and then select Standard 19200 bps modem 4. When the next window opens, select the COM port that you are using and click Next. www.ipc2u.ru www.moxa.pro...
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GPRS Connection 5. Click Finish to complete the installation procedure. 6. At this point, the OnCell G2111/G2151I Series driver should be listed in “Phone and Modem Options” on the “Modems” tab. Modem Diagnostics The following instructions explain how to verify that the modem is installed properly and has been activated. 1.
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OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GPRS Connection ATTENTION Make sure that the RS-232 port of the OnCell G2111/G2151I Series modem is connected. For the OnCell G2151I, make sure DIP switch 1 is set to ON. 2. On the Diagnostics tab, click Query Modem. 3.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GPRS Connection Setting up the APN Before using GPRS connection in Windows, the APN (Access Point Name) must be added as a modem initialization command. The following instructions explain how to set up the APN. ATTENTION Check the signal strength indicators on the front panel of the OnCell G2111/G2151I Series modem. If the LED indicators are dark, then the SIM card is not installed properly, or the modem is not picking up a signal.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GPRS Connection ATTENTION The APN should be entered between the displayed brackets. Remember that the APN is case sensitive. Note that “IP” should be written in all capital letters. For a list of APNs, refer to the APN List on the Document and Software CD. 3.
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OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GPRS Connection 4. Select Connect using a dial-up modem and click Next. 5. Enter the name of your service provider and click Next. www.ipc2u.ru www.moxa.pro...
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OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GPRS Connection 6. Enter *99***1# for the phone number and click Next. ATTENTION The phone number *99***1# is a special phone number that is used globally to request GPRS IP service from the carrier. DO NOT modify this phone number in any way. The same number is used regardless of the country that you are located in.
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OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GPRS Connection 8. Click Finish. 9. In the next window that opens, click Properties. 6-11 www.ipc2u.ru www.moxa.pro...
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OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GPRS Connection 10. Verify that Use dialing rules on the General tab is NOT selected. 11. On the Networking tab, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties to set the DNS IP address. 6-12 www.ipc2u.ru www.moxa.pro...
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OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GPRS Connection 12. If you know the IP address of the DNS server, select Use the following DNS server addresses and enter the IP address(es) as prompted. Click OK. ATTENTION For detailed DNS information, refer to the APN List on the Document and Software, or consult your service provider for further details.
OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GPRS Connection 14. In the next window that appears, click Dial to establish the connection. Internet Service Connection The G2101 Series has an embedded TCP/IP stack that is driven by AT commands that enable the host application to easily access the Internet. The advantage of this solution is that it eliminates the need for the application manufacturer to implement their own TCP/IP and PPP stacks, thus minimizing cost and time to integrate Internet connectivity into a new or existing host application.
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OnCell G2111/G2151I Series GPRS Connection 2. At the OnCell’s terminal input (OnCell is a TCP client), type: AT Command Description at^sics=0,conType,GPRS0 Establish a connection (id=0) in GPRS mode at^sics=0,apn,internet Enter APN at^siss=0,srvType,transparent Select Transparent mode at^siss=0,conId,0 Specify current session’s connection ID (id=0) at^siss=0,address,”60.251.94.119:65534:timer=200”...
GPRS with the UC-7110 and UC-7112 Moxa’s UC-7110 and UC-7112 are small embedded computers that can be used for applications such as transportation control, light control, factory/building automation, and power utilities. However, for some applications it is either inconvenient or impossible to connect to the embedded computers with a traditional landline.
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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