Multitech QuickCarrier USB-D User Manual

Omniguard MultiTech QuickCarrier USB-D User's Guide
Summary
This guide is for using your Omniguard with the MultiTech QuickCarrier USB-D
wireless modem to send and receive text messages. This modem only works with
Omniguard Cellular units with serial numbers C501000-C503799 and firmware V9.4b1
or later.
How It Works
Connecting a wireless modem to the Omniguard allows it to send and receive text
messages just like a regular wireless phone. The Omniguard can be configured to send
alarm notices and daily status reports to up to two wireless phones. In addition it can
respond to request for information from wireless phones and via email. If the Omniguard
is programmed using a PC, it is also possible to send alarm and/or daily status reports to
additional wireless phones and email addresses.
The Wireless Modem
The MultiTech QuickCarrier USB-D wireless modem only works with Omniguard
Cellular units with serial numbers C501000-C503799 and firmware V9.4b1 or later. If
you do not have the latest firmware download Omniguard Communications from the
Engineering Solutions web site to update.
In order to use the modem you will need to acquire a SIM card from a wireless
provider. The SIM card contains the phone number and connection information for
providers. The modem supports Verizon as well as wireless carriers using GSM such as
AT&T and T-Mobile.
You have two options for setting up an account. You can establish a conventional
wireless contract where you are billed for monthly service. You may be able to set up
this type of account without even getting a phone, only a SIM card. If you must get a
phone, the SIM card can easily be removed and installed in the modem. Choose a
wireless plan that is best for the number of text messages you plan to send and receive
from the Omniguard. You will not need any regular calling minutes since the modem
will not make conventional phone calls.
Your second option is to use a prepaid wireless plan. Most providers offer plans with
no contracts that allow text messaging. This is a good option if the number of messages
will not be too high. You must monitor your account balance using online tools to make
sure you do not run out during a job. Keep in mind that if you've set up the Omniguard
to send text messages each time there is an alarm, you could send up to 576 messages per
day.
Connecting
Follow the instructions in the Quick Start Guide included with the modem to insert
the SIM card in the modem.
Turn your Omniguard Cellular on and wait until the pressure is displayed. Touch the
wireless icon in the lower right corner of the screen above the time. It may be showing a
wireless tower with or without a question mark or exclamation mark or it may just be a