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- Page 2 Telemetry Modules MT-301/302/303/304 User Manual GSM/GPRS Telemetry Module for monitoring and control Class 1 Telecommunications Terminal Equipment for GSM 850/900/1800/1900 v5.04 INVENTIA Sp. z o.o...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
INDEX 1. INTRODUCTION .............................. 5 2. MODULES’ DESTINATION ............................. 6 3. GSM REQUIREMENTS ............................ 6 4. MODULE'S DESIGN ............................... 6 4.1. ................................. 6 ESOURCES 4.1.1. Binary inputs .............................. 6 4.1.2. Analogue inputs .............................. 7 4.1.3. Binary outputs .............................. 7 4.1.4. Serial port ................................ 7 4.1.5. Real time clock .............................. 7 4.2. .............................. 8 NTERNAL RESOURCES 4.2.1. Registers ................................ 8 4.2.2. Clocks ... - Page 5 7.2.2.8. Battery backup ................................ 2 2 7.2.3. GPRS ................................ 22 7.2.3.1. APN name ................................. 2 2 7.2.3.2. APN user name ................................. 2 3 7.2.3.3. APN login password .............................. 2 3 7.2.3.4. Module IP .................................. 2 3 7.2.3.5. Virtual static IP address ............................ 2 3 7.2.3.6. Number of GPRS transmission retries ........................ 2 4 7.2.3.7. Transmission timeout ............................... 2 4 ...
- Page 6 7.2.6.1.2.3. SMS text .............................. 3 7 7.2.6.1.2.4. Recipient number ............................. 3 7 7.2.6.1.2.5. Status sending ............................ 3 8 7.2.6.2. Data sending ................................ 3 8 7.2.6.2.1. Number of data sending rules .......................... 3 8 7.2.6.2.1.1. Data sending rule ............................. 3 8 7.2.6.2.1.1.1. Trigger input ............................. 3 9 7.2.6.2.1.1.2. Trigger flag ............................ 3 9 7.2.6.2.1.1.3. IP address ............................ 3 9 ...
- Page 7 11.8. ................................. 54 EMORY MAP 11.8.1. Binary inputs space ............................. 54 11.8.2. Binary outputs space ........................... 55 11.8.3. Input Registers space .......................... 55 11.8.4. Internal registers space .......................... 56...
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Page 8: Introduction
In providing this user’s manual, we are aware that it will not answer all your questions and address all your doubts. This is why the manual will be regularly supplemented and modified. We ask for your comments and welcome suggestions in order to make this manual more useful. INVENTIA... -
Page 9: Modules' Destination
RS-232 - for Serial PORT 1 configuration only 4.1.1. Binary inputs The MT-301/302/303/304 telemetry modules are equipped respectively with 4, 8, 6 or 7 dedicated binary inputs. The inputs support positive logic. The change of the input signal... -
Page 10: Analogue Inputs
4.1.3. Binary outputs The MT-301/303 telemetric modules are equipped with two dedicated binary outputs each. MT-301 outputs may also work as control lines for external analog inputs MUX device if set to appropriate working mode. 4.1.4. Serial port The MT-301/302/303/304 telemetric modules are equipped with single RS-232 serial port. -
Page 11: Internal Resources
Authorized numbers/Phone. 4.2.3. Counters Each of MT-301/302/303/304 module's inputs is capable of counting pulses and storing the value in 32 bit counter with capacity of 2 147 483 647 (31 bits + counting direction bit) events. The counter can count „up” or „down”, and the range can be freely defined in range of 1 to 2 147 483 647. -
Page 12: System Variables
4.2.4. System variables MT-301/302/303/304 has system variables connected to GSM/GPRS connection state and power supply. Variables state is reflected by flags that can be used as transmission triggers or in internal control programs. FS1_ups = 1 loss of main power source - working on battery... -
Page 13: Power Supply
The applied solution complies with standard industrial requirements for DIN rail mounting. 5. Connections scheme This chapter shows standard configurations of connections securing proper operation of MT-301/302/303/304 module's integral I/Os in all available operating modes. The amount and distribution of inputs and outputs varies depending on the type of module. -
Page 14: Binarny Inputs I1
5.1. Binarny inputs I1…I8 Binary inputs I1…I4 (I8) support only positive logic signal. Any of binary inputs I1…I8 may operate as counter input. This requires a change in the operating mode of input, which is made during its configuration. Typical connection for counting input is identical to standard input connection for positive logic. -
Page 15: Nalogue Inputs A2
In order to enable measurement of more than two analog signals external multiplexer have to be used. Special MT-301's MUX working mode allows switching analog signals by one or two binary outputs, respectively, allowing for the processing of 4 or 8 analog signals supplied from analog input multiplexer on A1, A2. -
Page 16: Communication Port
Diagram of action depending on the choice of working out a binary: Both binary outputs work in standard mode In this mode multiplexer is operated by Q1 output. Q2 output is a standard binary output. It is possible to measure up to four analog signals. Q1: Q2 In this mode both binary outputs operate external multiplexer. -
Page 17: Power Supply
ATTENTION!!! Improper power supply may result in faulty operation and damage the module! 6. Starting the module Starting MT-301/302/303/304 module requires few basic activities. Recommended sequence: GSM antenna attachment. ATTENTION!!! The antenna has to be attached at every power up since it is a necessary transmitter load. -
Page 18: Connecting Antenna
Even with no SIM inserted, the module exchanges information with available GSM networks in order to secure possibility of sending emergency calls (112). Antenna is connected to the MT-301/302/303/304 module using SMA socket located on front panel. The choice of antenna type depends on GSM signal propagation at place where the module is installed. -
Page 19: Apn User Name
APN login password insert password (if required by Network Operator) ATTENTION!!! Upon each writing of new configuration into MT-301/302/303/304, the module performs full RESET. These parameters are all that is needed to be able to log in GSM/GPRS network. One has to remember that modules with basic configuration cannot send any information. -
Page 20: Inserting Sim Card
Properly inserted SIM cards secure reliable connection with module's terminals. 6.4. Start up Properly configured and powered MT-301/302/303/304 telemetric module logs into GPRS network after several dozen seconds. Sequence of logon presented by diagnostic LEDs located on front panel is described in LED signaling chapter. -
Page 21: Parameter Groups
After adding a new module to the environment and selecting it, all module parameters are available for editing. Detailed description of functions and their applications are to be found in MTM user manual. ATTENTION!!! Availability of different functions and parameters depends on module's firmware version and the settings of parameters they may be dependent on. -
Page 22: Module Serial Number
7.2.1.3. Module serial number Function displays serial number configured telemetry module Data type text Range n/a, Read-only parameter Comments this field displays module serial number assigned during manufacturing. This number is static and unique identifier of the unit. 7.2.1.4. Firmware version Function displays the identification of actual version of internal telemetry module program (firmware) -
Page 23: Imei Number
Range compliant with Date and Time format Comments this field is useful in verifying last access time and checking internal module clock settings (RTC) 7.2.1.9. IMEI number Function displays GSM modem's IMEI number Data type text Range n/a, read-only parameter Comments 7.2.2. -
Page 24: Access To Configuration
7.2.2.3. Access to configuration Function defines configuration access restrictions. The user can decide whether access to configuration will be allowed for all or only selected IP addresses. Data type selection list List Unrestricted access for any IP address within the APN List Access limited to addresses defined in the list of Authorized numbers, IP for addresses with... -
Page 25: Monthly Sms Limit
Default value Comments 7.2.2.7. Monthly SMS limit Function Defines maximum amount of SMS messages module may send during 1 month in order to prevent uncontrolled number of sent messages thus saving on running expenses. Setting the parameter to removes the limit. Data type number Range... -
Page 26: Module
7.2.3.2. APN user name Function defines APN user name Data type text Range letters, numerals, special characters - max. 32 characters Default value empty Comments Optional parameter used only if required by GSM network operator 7.2.3.3. APN login password Function defines password for APN user account Data type text... -
Page 27: Number Of Gprs Transmission Retries
7.2.3.6. Number of GPRS transmission retries Function defines number of retries of GPRS transmission in case of not receiving confirmation in time defined by Transmission timeout parameter Data type number Range 0…255 Setting this parameter to results in sending data without waiting for confirmation of error-free reception. -
Page 28: Gprs Testing Ip Address
number of retries is considered as transmission failure and sets triggering input FS1_gprs 0--> 1, that can be used for Rules processing (SMS sending). As a consequence, after elapsing of time defined in Wait time after disconnection, the module performs RESET and commences GSM/GPRS login sequence. Reduction of this parameter increases the frequency of testing GPRS network state. -
Page 29: Authorized Numbers
List Standard Standard mode. Modules communicate using the protocol and transmission protection created by the manufacturer. Open Configuration and operating modes as for Standard type frames. The only difference is lack of frame protection and opened UDP frame header format allowing creation of user's own access system. -
Page 30: Resources
The list may be edited using context menu activated by right mouse click. Available operations depend on the cursor placement. When cursor rests on an entry, all options are available, while only Append is available with cursor resting on active window's background. 7.2.4.4. -
Page 31: Terminals
7.2.5.2.1. Analog inputs multiplexer Function It is used for setting MT-301 into MUX mode, in which external multiplexer is used to increase number of available analog inputs. Binary outputs Q1, Q2 are used for steering multiplexer. Configuration of additional analog inputs marked as A3…A8 is the same as standard analogue inputs A1, A2. -
Page 32: Operation Mode
Range letters and numerals, max.16 characters Default Name of resource (I1…I8) value Comments Using friendly names facilitates recognition of destination and appropriate settings. 7.2.5.2.2.2. Operation mode Function defines operating mode for inputs I1…I8 Data type selection list List Binary input the input acts as typical binary input accepting positive and negative logic. -
Page 33: Counting Range
7.2.5.2.3. Binary outputs Q1, Q2 MT-301 and MT-303 modules are equipped with respectively two and one Binary outputs. Besides standard functionality outputs of MT-301 can be configured for driving external analog inputs multiplexer increasing number of available analog inputs. -
Page 34: Output Mode
7.2.5.2.4. Analogue inputs A1…A8 Modules MT-304 and MT-301 are equipped with respectively one and two analogue inputs operating in 4-20mA standard. Number of analogue inputs of MT-301 can be multiplied up to eight by using external analogue inputs multiplexer. 7.2.5.2.4.1. Name Function Enables entering friendly name of input e.g. -
Page 35: Engineering Units
7.2.5.2.4.3. Engineering units Function Defines a name for engineering units for measured values. Data type text Range letters and numerals, max 16 characters Default value Comments inserted text does not have any influence on the value of measured analogue signal 7.2.5.2.4.4. -
Page 36: Alarm Hihi
7.2.5.2.4.8. Alarm HiHi Function Defines HiHi alarm level in engineering units for analogue input signal. Data type number Range 0…10000 [engineering units] Default 0 [engineering units] value Comments Sets An HiHi flag used for rules processing. The reset level for this flag depends on Alarm hysteresis value. 7.2.5.2.4.9. -
Page 37: Timers
Range 1…1000 [engineering units] Default 10 [engineering units] value Comments setting hysteresis value appropriate to signal source variations prevents overly frequent activation of alarm flags when signal source is unstable. The value declared here is also valid for alarm threshold set manually from the front panel of the module. -
Page 38: Unit
7.2.5.3.1.4. Unit Function allows choosing unit of timer counting period value Data type selection list List Second Minute Hour Default Second value Comments if synchronization is activated new parameter Start becomes available. This parameter defines RTC synchronization time. 7.2.5.3.2. ATR timer ATR timer is a special purpose timer used for cyclic module resets. -
Page 39: Sms Sending
In each case, the criteria are defined by using the same resources and conditions of application of the rule. 7.2.6.1. SMS sending List of SMS sending rules can hold max. 34 entries defining short text message transmission conditions. Adding a new position is done in the context menu by right- clicking mouse while one of positions on the list is highlighted. -
Page 40: Trigger Flag
Q1, Q2 binary outputs A1, A2, A3_MUX…A6_MUX analogue inputs FS1_ups, FS1_gprs system trigger inputs TMR1, TMR2 timer trigger inputs Default value Comments more about trigger inputs and flags in chapter Appendices 7.2.6.1.2.2. Trigger flag Function defines event-triggering flag associated with selected trigger input Data type selection list... -
Page 41: Status Sending
7.2.6.1.2.5. Status sending Function selects whether module status is to be attached to the message. Data type List List Status attached No status attached Default value Comments if the message will include the status of the module, total length of SMS text and the status may not exceed 160 characters. -
Page 42: Trigger Input
7.2.6.2.1.1.1. Trigger input Function defines resource to observe Data type selection list List the rule is inactive I1…I8 binary inputs Q1, Q2 binary outputs A1, A2, A3_MUX…A6_MUX analogue inputs FS1_ups, FS1_gprs system trigger inputs TMR1, TMR2 timer trigger inputs Default value Comments more about trigger inputs and flags in chapter Appendices... -
Page 43: Number Of Clip Calls Rules
The function corresponds to sending 1 bit of information triggered by event occurrence free of charge. The list of rules holds max. 32 rules allowing to establish a connection with selected phone number. Adding a new position is done in the context menu by right-clicking mouse while one of positions on the list is highlighted. -
Page 44: Clip Call Rule
7.2.6.3.4. CLIP call rule Each of rules residing on the list is defined by following parameters: Trigger input Trigger flag Recipient number Calling time 7.2.6.3.4.1. Trigger input Function defines resource to observe Data type selection list List the rule is inactive I1…I8... -
Page 45: Configuration Writing
For verification, please read the configuration from the module and check parameters settings. Reading of module configuration is described in details in MTM users manual. 8. Problem solving 8.1. LED signaling On front panel of MT-301/302/303/304 are three diagnostic LEDs located. -
Page 46: Unblocking Of Sim Card
- insert appropriate PIN into configuration - power the module off remove the SIM from the phone and place it in the module start the module The described procedure reset SIM card's fault counter and allow using the card in MT-301/302/303/304 module. -
Page 47: Technical Data
In older versions of GSM modems without implemented protection procedures the SIM card may get blocked after 3 failed attempts and the only method of unblocking it is to supply the right PUK code. Unfortunately this cannot be performed using the MT-301/302/303/304 module. -
Page 48: Power Supply
Frequency range Transceiver: from 1710 MHz to 1785 MHz (EGSM 1800 MHz) Receiver: from 1805 MHz to 1880 MHz Frequency range Transceiver: from 1850 MHz to 1910 MHz (PCS 1900 MHz) Receiver: from 1930 MHz to 1990 MHz Peak transmitting power 30 dBm (1W) –... -
Page 49: Drawings And Dimensions
9.7. Drawings and dimensions ATENTTION!!! All dimensions are in millimeters. 10. Safety informations 10.1. Working environment When deploying telemetry modules one has to observe and comply with local legislation and regulations. Using the telemetry module in places where it can cause radio noise or other disturbances is strictly prohibited. -
Page 50: Electronic Equipment
10.2. Electronic equipment Thou most of modern electrical equipment is well RF (Radio Frequency) shielded there is no certainty that radio waves emitted by the telemetry module's antenna may have negative influence on its function. 10.2.1. Heart pacemakers It is recommended that the distance between the antenna of telemetry module and the Heart Pacemaker is greater than 20 cm. -
Page 51: Csd (Hscsd)
In telemetric applications, using the text mode would require dedicated formatting and special programming for reception. The conclusion is simple. This service was not created for telemetry applications but may be an attractive supplement. Suppose that along with monitoring current values, it is possible to receive perfectly readable textual information containing a warning about alarm situation. -
Page 52: Gprs In Telemetry Applications
11.1.3.2. GPRS in telemetry applications GSM/GPRS technology is possibly the ideal solution for telemetry and control of dispersed objects. The undisputable advantages are: Use of an existing advanced structure of GSM transmission structure. The gigantic range of the network – works everywhere! ... -
Page 53: Application Examples
11.2. Application examples This chapter shows basic configurations of systems employing MT-30x modules. 11.2.1. Communication with single module using mobile phone This is the simplest possible monitoring system based on transmission of SMS messages by MT modules in case of event defined during module configuration. In this mode, the module sends text SMS with static or dynamic content holding information on input/output states or content of module's internal registers. -
Page 54: Syntax For Reading And Writing Data In Sms Mode
Basic configuration should look like this: Internal resources Modbus ID number of remote modules should be set to value different from zero (fe.1) Add IP number of supervisory station(router/MT-202/modem) in remote modules Authorized IP numbers. Remember to enable data sending and receiving. If Master device is a computer running SCADA application than the most suitable solution is to use MTDataProvider. -
Page 55: Data Formats
Confirmation SMS starts with '>' sign. 11.4. Data formats MT-301/302/303/304 module gives user a choice of data frame format : standard - standard operating mode. The units communicate directly with each other in the APN using static IP addresses allocated permanently to used SIM cards. In this mode, IP addresses of communicating modules are written into authorized units’... -
Page 56: Module's Status Format
11.5. Module's Status format Status frame of MT-30x module is a sequence of four 16 bit registers from internal registers space (read command 03H, write 06H or 10H). 0x03E4 Inputs space I8…I1 AN1_LOLO...AN2_HIHI 0x03E5 Outputs space Q2, Q1 AN1 input (copy of Input Register 0x03E6 16 bit value 0x0004) -
Page 57: Memory Map
There are following flags available for the user: During operation MT-30x module governs a number of binary flags (assuming value True or False) that trigger rules processing and remote diagnostics. The User has access to following flags: Resources Flag Description attached I1…I8, Flag assuming value... -
Page 58: Binary Outputs Space
11.8.2. Binary outputs space Binary outputs (bit addressable - command: read 01, write 05 or 0F) Address + 0 + 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 + 5 + 6 + 7 Description 0x0000 binary outputs Q1…Q8 11.8.3. Input Registers space Input Registers (16 bit - command 04H) Address Descri ption Symbol... -
Page 59: Internal Registers Space
Analog input A8 0x001B 16 bit value (raw value calibrated in range 4…20mA) 0x001C Analogue input A1 (engineering units) 0x001D Analogue input A2 (engineering units) 0x001E Analogue input A3 (engineering units) A3_MUX 0x001F Analogue input A4 (engineering units) A4_MUX 0x0020 Analogue input A5 (engineering units) A5_MUX 0x0021...
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