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- Page 1 SP+ External Modem QuickStart Manual Copyright © 2022, AKCP...
- Page 2 Introduction In this manual we will talk about the general features of the External Modem. We will not go into details of modem configuration or notification setup, as these are the same for other modems available for the sensorProbe+ family. Please refer to the manual of the SP+ Internal Modem for more information.
- Page 3 What’s the difference between the External Modem and the Internal Modem? The Internal Modem can be selected as an option for any SP2+ or SPX+ units, and supports all modem functionality without restrictions. The External Modem is available only for SPXN and SP2+ units, which have a dedicated port for connecting an external modem.
- Page 4 LED information for External Modem LED behavior of SP2+ revG Port #1 and External Modem: - If Port #1 is configured as a sensor port : Port #1 LED : OFF, EXT MODEM LED : OFF - If Port #1 is configured as a modem port : Port #1 LED : blinking fast (When modem is not detected yet), EXT MODEM LED: steady ON - If Port #1 is configured as a modem port : Port #1 LED : steady ON (When modem is detected), EXT MODEM LED: blinking...
- Page 5 Setting up the modem - physical connection First you would need to insert the SIM card to the modem. Note: Please make sure that the SIM does not require a PIN code. To insert the SIM, you need to follow these steps: #1 Take off the plastic cover.
- Page 7 #2 Operate the SIM holder as follows: Note: if you do not close and lock the SIM holder, the modem will not be able to use the SIM card.
- Page 8 #3 Place the SIM card in the holder: #4 Close the SIM retainer to lock it in place: Note: if you do not close and lock the SIM holder, the modem will not be able to use the SIM card.
- Page 9 Re-assemble the modem case and connect the GSM antenna to the modem, as shown on the picture below. Connect the modem’s power cable to the microUSB port.
- Page 10 Then finally connect the modem to the sensor port #1 of SP2+ RevG via RJ45 cable. If your base unit is SPXN, locate the dedicated Modem Port and connect the modem here: Important note: the maximum allowed length of the cable is 12 inches (305 mm).
- Page 11 For SPXN units, you just need to plug the modem to the Ext. Modem port and reboot the SPXN; there is no need to set up any options on the WebUI. If your base unit is SP2+ RevG, you will have to configure a few options before you can use the modem, as described in the next section.
- Page 12 Setting up the modem - software settings for SP2+ RevG SP2+ units don't have a dedicated port for the modem. Port #1 can be configured as a port for using the External Modem. Connect to your base unit’s WebUI and open the Sensors page. Click on Port #1 On the left side menu, click the option Port to Modem This will set the port in a mode that can work with the External Modem.
- Page 13 Finally, check the About page of the unit. The modem should be shown as detected and the unique IMEI number visible. Change Modem port back to Sensor port Doing these steps will revert the configured modem port back to a standard sensor port on the unit.
- Page 14 Technical specifications...
- Page 15 Technical drawing...
- Page 16 Please contact support@akcp.com if you have any further technical questions or problems Thanks for Choosing AKCP!