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User Guide
Version 1.0
AirLink Communications, Inc.
February 22, 2003

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  • Page 1 User Guide Version 1.0 AirLink Communications, Inc. February 22, 2003...
  • Page 2 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © Copyright AirLink Communications, Inc, 1993-2003. All rights reserved. Please send comments to: email: pubs@AirLink.com Fax: 510-226-4299 Phone: 510-226-4200 Post: AirLink Communications, Inc. Attention: Technical Publications Dept.
  • Page 3 Although significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices such as the AirLink Communications modem are used in a normal manner with a well-constructed network, the AirLink modem should not be used in situations...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 Table of Contents Introduction ..................1 CDMA2000 1X ....................1 Product Overview................... 2 Network Connection ..............3 Internet (TCP/IP) Connections via 1xRTT ........... 3 Windows 2000 Setup for 1xRTT Communications ....4 Windows 2000 Modem Configuration............4 3.1.1...
  • Page 5 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 Physical Characteristics: ................40 Power Specifications: ................... 40 Environmental: .................... 40 Status LED Display: ..................41 RF Features: ....................41 Application Interface Features: ..............41 CDMA and Cellular Standards: ..............42 GPS Module ....................42 AirLink Communications, Inc.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    1 Introduction This manual covers information for first-time setup and configuration of your AirLink PinPoint CDMA modem, as well as technical details on this modem. The PinPoint is a combination of a CDMA modem and GPS tracking unit. The CDMA modem allows the PinPoint to report its GPS location to the AirLink Tracking System main console or to custom applications.

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 1.2 Product Overview The AirLink PinPoint CDMA is a rugged, full duplex 1xRTT CDMA modem that provides wireless transport capabilities for fixed and mobile applications. CDMA is an efficient and secure wireless technology that works well for fixed or mobile applications.

  • Page 8: Network Connection

    SMS will follow later. 2.1 Internet (TCP/IP) Connections via 1xRTT When using the PinPoint CDMA, remote access to is done via a PPP (TCP/IP) connection to the CDMA network. The CDMA carrier actually provides Internet connectivity, and, therefore, it becomes the ISP for that session. Applications such as web browsing, email, FTP, etc should work as they would normally.

  • Page 9: Windows 2000 Setup For 1Xrtt Communications

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 3 Windows 2000 Setup for 1xRTT Communications This section describes the setup of Windows to enable communications over the CDMA 1xRTT network. Windows 2000 is used as the example because it the one Windows OS revision that carries the most similarity to both Windows 98 as well as WinXP.
  • Page 10 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 • Select Finish to exit the "Install New Modem" wizard • You should see the modem added to the correct COM port • To set the modem speed on the driver, highlight the modem driver and select Properties.

  • Page 11: Windows 2000 Ppp Configuration

    Windows 2000 PPP Configuration This section describes how to setup a Windows 2000 Professional Dial-up connection using an AirLink PinPoint CDMA Modem. The connection uses PPP to communicate to the modem and gain access the Internet. Before you start, you need the following: •...
  • Page 12 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 Select Dial-up to Private Network • If the modem is installed already, check the box next to “Modem – Standard 33600bps” AirLink Communications, Inc. Page 7 February 22, 2003...
  • Page 13 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 • Select Next • Enter the 1xRTT Access number (#19788) • Select Next • Select whether you want all users or just yourself to have access to this connection. • Select Next • Enter 1xRTT for the name of the connection. If you want to add an icon for this connection on the desktop, check “Add a shortcut to my desktop”...
  • Page 14 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 You now need to change some settings so that you can browse websites, send and receive email, etc. • Examine the General Tab settings • “Connect Using” should have a check next to “Modem – Standard 33600bps Modem (COMx)”...
  • Page 15 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 • Uncheck all other options • Select OK • Select Options tab • Check or Uncheck options at your application requires. • Set the Redialing options that will meet your needs. Note: The options shown here should work for most applications.
  • Page 16 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 • Select “Advanced (custom settings)” AirLink Communications, Inc. Page 11 February 22, 2003...
  • Page 17 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 • Set Data encryption to "No encryption (server will disconnect if it requires encryption)" • For Logon Security check “Allow these protocols” • Unencrypted password (PAP) • Shiva Password Authentication Protocol (SPAP) • Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol (CHAP) •...
  • Page 18 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 • Select Networking tab • Type of dial-up server should show “PPP: Windows 95/98/NT 4/2000, Internet” • Select Settings button • Uncheck Enable LCP extensions, Enable Software Compression and Negotiate multi-link for single link connections •...
  • Page 19 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 • In the Components section of the Networking tab, Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) should be checked • Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and then select Properties • "Obtain an IP address automatically" should be checked. Normally, DNS server addresses are provided during PPP negotiations. If it is necessary for you to enter DNS entries, check/enable "Use the following DNS server...
  • Page 20 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 • Select OK • Leave the options in the Sharing tab unchecked • Select OK AirLink Communications, Inc. Page 15 February 22, 2003...

  • Page 21: Making A 1Xrtt Data Connection

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 Making a 1xRTT Data Connection This section shows what to expect when dialing a 1xRTT data connection. • Go to Network and Dial-Up Connections and double-click on the 1xRTT icon • Enter the user name and password provided by the carrier for the account.

  • Page 22: Low-Power Mode

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 4 Low-power Mode A PinPoint CDMA can be configured to enter a low power mode in order to conserve a vehicle’s battery. The PinPoint can power down when the voltage to the modem drops...

  • Page 23: Pinpoint Vehicle Installation

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 5 PinPoint Vehicle Installation 5.1 Overview Installing a PinPoint in a vehicle consists of: • Choosing a location in the vehicle for the PinPoint • Mounting the PinPoint • Hooking up power to the PinPoint •...

  • Page 24: Mounting The Pinpoint

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 5.2 Mounting the PinPoint First locate a place in the vehicle where the PinPoint will go. Make sure the PinPoint will be away from direct exposure to the elements (sun, rain, etc.). Possible locations are: in a trunk where luggage or other items won’t hit it, in the console, or behind the...

  • Page 25: Installing The Antennas

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 5.3 Installing the Antennas There are three options for an antenna: • magnetic roof-mount • through glass-mount • permanent mount 1. Mount the GPS Antenna in the vehicle. The less the cable is wrapped and bound together, the better it will perform.

  • Page 26: Using At Commands

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 6 Using AT Commands This document is a reference for using AT commands with the AirLink PinPoint CDMA modems. Terminal Emulation - To communicate with the modem using AT commands, you need to have an ASCII terminal emulation program running on a PC (default in Windows is HyperTerminal).

  • Page 27: Terminology

    Host: This is the computer or terminal that is attached to the serial port of the PinPoint. Also known as the DTE. Modem: The PinPoint CDMA. The DCE to the host. The embedded communications module, a Sierra SB555. Modem: Server: A computer to which a PinPoint 9612 is communicating wirelessly.

  • Page 28: At Mode

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 6.2.1 AT Mode AT commands are used to configure the modem, command it to do something, or query a setting. AT commands must always be terminated by <CR> (ASCII character 0x0D). If E=1 (Echo On), the AT command (including the terminating <CR>) will be output before any responses defined in the next section.

  • Page 29: Passthru Mode

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 6.2.3 PassThru Mode In PassThru mode, all serial traffic is sent directly between the internal OEM Modem and the host. In this mode, the AirLink modem does not behave normally. This mode can be used to configure OEM Modem-specific settings (e.g., for provisioning, etc.)

  • Page 30: Tcp Pad Mode

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 to the IP address (bound by the value S53 and/or AIP) from which a UDP packet was received. This “connection” will be terminated once the UDP auto answer timeout (S83) occurs, and the modem will return to AT mode. This behavior is identical to that in the non-NGE modems.

  • Page 31: Tcp Auto Answer

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 6.2.7 TCP Auto Answer TCP auto answer (S0=1|2) also allows a TCP connection to be “answered” when in UDP mode with UDP auto answer on and there is no current UDP “connection”. This functionality is the same as the answering of a TCP connection while in Hybrid modes.

  • Page 32: At Command Reference

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 6.3 AT Command Reference Command Description Effective AT Escape sequence (not preceded by AT). Immediately If modem is in a mode other than AT, this sequence causes the modem to re-enter AT mode. There must be 1 second of idle time on the serial port before and after the sequence.
  • Page 33 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 Command Description Effective D[method][d.d.d.d][/ppppp] Dial a connection to a remote IP and Port using Immediately either UDP, TCP, or Telnet. method = P – Establish a UDP connection T – Establish a TCP connection N –...
  • Page 34 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 Command Description Effective Fn=d.d.d.d [?] Friends mode IP address Immediately n = Friends list index [1 – 10] d.d.d.d = IP address to be allowed to access the modem 255 = allow any number 0-255 Example: 166.129.2.255 allows access by all IPs in...
  • Page 35 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 Command Description Effective PINGd.d.d.d[,n] Ping the specified IP address. Sends a single ping, Immediately returns either OK or ERROR depending on result. Times out in 10 seconds. If n is provided, it specifies the amount of data to send with the ping.
  • Page 36 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 Command Description Effective S50=n [?] Set or query data forwarding idle timeout. n = tenths of seconds. (Used in UDP or TCP mode) Set or query PAD data forwarding character. S51=n [?] n = 0: no forwarding character n = other: ASCII code of character that causes data to be forwarded.
  • Page 37 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 Command Description Effective S211=n [?] Ignore DTR. For applications or situations where DTR – hardware control of the modem is not possible, the Immediately modem can be configured to ignore DTR. When DSR – Mode...
  • Page 38 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 Command Description Effective TCPT=n [?] TCP connection timeout. Specifies a time interval upon which if there is no in or outbound traffic through a TCP connection, the connection will be terminated. This value only affects the TCP connection in TCP PAD mode.
  • Page 39 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 Command Description Effective &Sn [?] Set DSR mode. Mode or network n = 0: Always assert DSR coverage n = 1: Assert DSR when in a data mode (UDP, change TCP, PPP, or SLIP) (Default).
  • Page 40 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 Command Description Effective *CTSE=n [?] Clear To Send Enable Immediately (if flow n = 0: Disabled (Default). control off) n = 1: Enable assertion of CTS. This feature asserts CTS when there is no network connection.
  • Page 41 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 Command Description Effective *NETIP? Query the current public (network) IP address of the modem. This is the IP address that was obtained from the embedded OEM Modem, and is the address to which packets can be sent in order to contact the modem from the Internet.
  • Page 42 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 Command Description Effective *TPORT=ppppp [?] Sets or queries the port used for the AT Telnet Reset server. Valid values are 0-65535. If 0 is specified, the AT Telnet server will be disabled. The default value is 2332.

  • Page 43: Pinpoint Specific At Commands

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 6.3.1 PinPoint Specific AT Commands The AT commands in this Section are specific to the AirLink PinPoint. Command Description Effective Sets or queries the 64-bit Device ID that is used by the *DEVICEID=n [?] PinPoint to identify itself to the server.
  • Page 44 PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 Command Description Effective Store and Forward will cause GPS reports to be stored up if the PinPoint goes out of CDPD coverage. Once the vehicle is in coverage the GPS reports will be sent en masse to the server.

  • Page 45: Technical Specifications

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 7 Technical Specifications 7.1 Quick Look: • Support for CDMA2000 1X today • Coming: Support for IS-95 Circuit Switched CDMA and SMS • Dual-band support for both 800 MHz cellular and 1.9 GHz PCS bands •...

  • Page 46: Status Led Display

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 7.5 Status LED Display: • Channel [Chan] LED Flashing = Searching for a channel On = Found a channel • Link LED Off = No 1x or CDMA service On = 1x or CDMA service is available on this channel •...

  • Page 47: Cdma And Cellular Standards

    PinPoint CDMA User Guide Version 1.0 7.8 CDMA and Cellular Standards: • Adheres to CDMA authentication as specified in CDMA2000 1X • CDMA2000 1X Release 0 (plus ballot resolution version of addendum) • CDG1, 2, and 3 for CDMA2000 1X •...

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