Summary of Contents for Federal Signal Corporation FSMODEM-CELLBASE
- Page 1 Cellular Gateway Modem Model: FSMODEM-CELLBASE Description, Specification, Installation, and Program Manual 25500822 Rev. A1 0223 Printed in U.S.A. © Copyright 2023 Federal Signal Corporation...
- Page 2 A copy of this limited warranty can also be obtained by written request to Federal Signal Corporation, 2645 Federal Signal Drive, University Park, IL 60484, email to info@fedsig.com or call +1 708-534-3400.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety Messages..............................5 Software Safety Messages ..........................7 General Description ..............................8 Overview ................................8 Features ................................8 Ordering Information ............................8 Qualifications ..............................8 Specifications ................................9 Required Equipment .............................10 Unpacking the Kit ..............................10 Required Hardware ............................10 Required Software ............................10 Installing the Cellular Gateway Modem .......................10 Locating the Cellular Gateway Modem ......................10 Connecting the Cellular Gateway Modem ...................... - Page 4 Figure 2 Modem Connections with a PC ......................12 Figure 3 Modem Connections using an SS2000+ Series C ................12 Figure 4 Back of the SS2000+ Series C .......................13 Figure 5 Front of Cellular Gateway Modem ......................13 Cellular Gateway Modem (Model FSMODEM-CELLBASE) Federal Signal www.fedsig.com...
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Page 5: Safety Messages
Safety Messages Safety Messages It is important to follow all instructions shipped with this product. This device is to be installed by trained personnel who are thoroughly familiar with the country’s electric codes and will follow these guidelines as well as local codes and ordinances, including any state or local noise-control ordinances. - Page 6 Thoroughly discuss all contingency plans with those responsible for warning people in your community, company, or jurisdiction. A well-written contingency plan document is recommended. Cellular Gateway Modem (Model FSMODEM-CELLBASE) Federal Signal www.fedsig.com...
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Page 7: Software Safety Messages
Safety Messages Hazard Classification Federal Signal uses signal words to identify the following: DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. -
Page 8: General Description
Cellular Gateway Modem eliminates the need to maintain your own communication network. The Cellular Gateway Modem (FSMODEM-CELLBASE) connects your computer running Commander ® software or an SS2000+ Series C to the cellular network. You can make these connections to the modem via a USB port or serial port. Status LEDs on the modem enable you to monitor the cellular signal strength, connection to the network, power status, CPU status, and when transmitting and receiving data. -
Page 9: Specifications
Specifications Specifications Table 2 Specifications Electrical Input Voltage 10-60 Vdc DC Current from +12 V Peak Current: 537 mA • Connecting to the cloud via cell:100 mA typical, 254 mA max • Connecting to the cloud via Ethernet: 105 mA typical •... -
Page 10: Required Equipment
Place the modem on a stable level surface away from moisture and electrical interference. Place within 6 feet from the computer if using a USB or up to 30 feet if using a serial cable. (These are the maximum recommended lengths for customer-provided cables.) Cellular Gateway Modem (Model FSMODEM-CELLBASE) Federal Signal www.fedsig.com... -
Page 11: Connecting The Cellular Gateway Modem
Installing the Cellular Gateway Modem Connecting the Cellular Gateway Modem The following section describes the connections on the back of the Cellular Gateway Modem. Figure 1 Cellular Gateway Modem Connections micro USB Power Serial Data Ethernet (RS232 port) Antenna Table 4 Connections on the back of the Modem Parts Description Power Connection... -
Page 12: Connecting With A Pc
Connection to the Connect a null modem serial cable customer’s network with to COM2 on the back of the SS2000+ Series C Internet access instead of or in addition to using the antenna Cellular Gateway Modem (Model FSMODEM-CELLBASE) Federal Signal www.fedsig.com... -
Page 13: Describing The Front Of The Cellular Gateway Modem
Installing the Cellular Gateway Modem Figure 4 Back of the SS2000+ Series C Describing the Front of the Cellular Gateway Modem The following section describes the controls on the front of the Cellular Gateway Modem. Figure 5 Front of Cellular Gateway Modem 4.06 1.33 Reset... -
Page 14: Configuring Commander Software For Cellular Mode
From the Commander ® main window, click System Setup. The System Setup dialog box appears. In the Mode list, select FSModem-Cellbase. In the Comm Port list, select the desired communication port for the modem. NOTE: If using the USB interface, the modem connection must be made before the modem’s Comm Port option populates in the drop-down list box. -
Page 15: Testing
Testing Testing Verify that all LEDs are operating correctly on the modem. The power LED should remain on when power is applied to the modem, and the CPU LED should be blinking. The connected LED will be on when connected to the FS IoT cloud service . The TX DAT LED will flash when data is being sent to the PC. - Page 16 2645 Federal Signal Drive University Park, Illinois 60484-3167 www.fedsig.com Customer Support 800-548-7229 • +1 708 534-3400 Technical Support 800-524-3021 • +1 708 534-3400...
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