® CallFinder Cellular Gateway CF100FX2-G User Guide...
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General Troubleshooting Tips ... 22 GSM Specific Troubleshooting Tips ... 22 A – W PPENDIX ARRANTY AND EPAIR B – W PPENDIX ASTE LECTRICAL AND Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Table of Contents ... 4 RODUCT ESCRIPTION ... 14 ... 15 PPLICATION PTIONS ... 23 OLICIES ...
Interfaces, Activation, & Configuration The CF100FX2-G will connect to either an FXS or FXO interface; FXS is the default factory setting. The CF100FX2-G is activated by inserting a SIM from a cellular provider; no AT commands are required for this.
• An interchangeable power supply. • Four rubber feet for desktop placement. • One printed Quick Start Guide. • One CallFinder Cellular Gateway product CD that contains documentation. • One RJ11 phone cable. • One serial cable. • One antenna.
• Do not connect the FXS port to an outside line (PSTN). • Connect this product only to an indoor antenna. • This product is not intended for use on a cable distribution system. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Chapter 1: Introduction and Product Description CallFinder GSM Cellular Gateway...
AT Commands The AT commands listed below are those supported by the CallFinder CF100 unit when its VOICE/DATA switch is in the VOICE position. These are Multi-Tech-specific AT commands. Command Values ATI1 AT&F AT>AD=p<cr> p = 0 or 1 ATDnA<cr>...
Insert the SIM card into the SIM card slot. A small, needle-nosed plier may be useful for this. The following graphic illustrates the correct SIM card orientation. ∗ Verify that the SIM card fits properly; then replace the cover. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. CallFinder GSM Cellular Gateway...
The PWR LED lights after power-up. • Serial-to-USB 2.0 adapters. to-USB2.0 adapter. Antenna Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. If your command computer lacks a serial port, then you will need a serial- Power Supply & Connectors CallFinder GSM Cellular Gateway Chapter 2: Getting Started Remove the protective shipping cover.
DB9 cable. A2. At the command PC, open the HyperTerminal (or equivalent) communications program. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Indicates an incoming ring from the wireless module. This LED is not used as it is for future potential products.
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Bits per second = 115200 Data bits: Parity: = none Stop bits: Flow control = Hardware Click Apply and click OK. Click OK again when the “COMx Properties” screen returns. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. CallFinder GSM Cellular Gateway Chapter 2: Getting Started...
(like HyperTerminal). It does not work merely to connect the CallFinder to a telephony device using the FXO connector. The internal setting must be set to match the connector that you use. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. CallFinder GSM Cellular Gateway Chapter 2: Getting Started...
VSWR Typical Radiated Gain Antenna An antenna that meets the requirements for use with the wireless product is included with your purchase. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. GSM 1800 1805 to 1880 MHz 1710 to 1785 MHz 1W at 12.5% duty cycle 50 ohms <2...
C. You will need a serial-to-USB2.0 adapter if your command computer lacks a serial port (see step 2). 1. There are four common setups for the CF100FX2-G unit, as shown in the table below. Identify the situation in which you will use the Wireless CallFinder.
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7. At the HyperTerminal prompt, type AT and press Enter. The CallFinder will return the response OK, thus confirming that the CallFinder is communicating with the command PC. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Chapter 4: Wireless CallFinder Application Options CallFinder GSM Cellular Gateway...
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2. Make a call to a 2nd Party with the analog phone (dial as you would from any cell phone). 3. If a connection is made, the CF100 CallFinder has been configured properly. If a connection is not made, see the “Troubleshooting” tips in Chapter 5 of this manual. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Chapter 4: Wireless CallFinder Application Options CF100...
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PBX through the CF100 CallFinder. The first person to answer completes the call, the ringing will cease, and the call cannot be joined by subsequent members of the hunt- group who might try to answer the call. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Chapter 4: Wireless CallFinder Application Options Analog...
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1. Set CallFinder’s Interface to FXO. Use HyperTerminal (or other communications program) to check the current Interface setting, to change the Interface to FXO if necessary, and to confirm that change. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Chapter 4: Wireless CallFinder Application Options...
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The most straightforward way to prevent such piracy of phone services is to block the incoming caller from using, as initial dialed digits, the outbound access digits that would be needed to re-dial outward (for example, 8, 9, and 1). Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Chapter 4: Wireless CallFinder Application Options Cellular Network...
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2. Connect Cables. Connect an RJ11-to-RJ11 cable between the telco POTS line and the CF100 FXO port. 3. Purpose. This setup allows cell phone users to have toll-free access to land-line phone numbers in the local PSTN where the CallFinder is located. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Chapter 4: Wireless CallFinder Application Options National...
Note that your Wireless CallFinder will produce dial tone even if there is no SIM installed. 2. Try calling the telephone number assigned to the SIM. It is possible that your service is not ready or that there is a problem with your subscription. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. CallFinder GSM Cellular Gateway...
Multi-Tech Warranty Statement Multi-Tech Systems, Inc., (hereafter “MTS”) warrants that its products will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two, five, or ten years (depending on model) from date of purchase, or if proof of purchase is not provided, two, five, or ten years (depending on model) from date of shipment.
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Your original point-of-purchase Reseller may offer the quickest and most economical repair option for your Multi-Tech product. You may also contact any Multi-Tech sales office for information about the nearest distributor or other repair service for your Multi-Tech product. The Multi-Tech sales office directory is available at www.multitech.com/PARTNERS/Channels/offices/...
WEEE Directive by banning the presence of specific hazardous substances in the products at the design phase. The WEEE Directive covers all Multi-Tech products imported into the EU as of August 13, 2005. EU-based manufacturers, distributors, retailers and importers are obliged to finance the costs of recovery from municipal collection points, reuse, and recycling of specified percentages per the WEEE requirements.
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