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Ovation Systems FlashBack-4G User Manual

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FlashBack-4G
Ovation Systems Ltd.
Springfield Barn
London Road
Milton Common
Oxfordshire
OX9 2JY
UK
Tel: +44 1844 279 638
Fax: +44 1844 279 071
Email:
support@ovation.co.uk
Web:
www.ovation.co.uk
Version: 1.6-issue-1
FB4 firmware V1.6.203 or higher.
FlashBack-4G
4G Modem Module
User Guide
Ovation Systems Ltd
www.ovation.co.uk
User Guide
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  • Page 1 User Guide FlashBack-4G FlashBack-4G 4G Modem Module User Guide Ovation Systems Ltd. Springfield Barn London Road Milton Common Oxfordshire OX9 2JY Tel: +44 1844 279 638 Fax: +44 1844 279 071 Email: support@ovation.co.uk Web: www.ovation.co.uk Version: 1.6-issue-1 Ovation Systems Ltd Page 1 FB4 firmware V1.6.203 or higher.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    5 SMS Text Operation ...................... 15 Setting up the SMS Text Function ..................15 SMS on Events ........................16 Advanced Text Commands ....................16 SMS Commands ........................17 Version: 1.6-issue-1 Ovation Systems Ltd Page 2 FB4 firmware V1.6.203 or higher. www.ovation.co.uk...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    When operating FlashBack-4 with the 4G modem, the recommended DC input range is 9 to 28V, rather than 6 to 28 Volts when not using the modem. 1.1 Support / Firmware Upgrades Ovation Systems hosts a secure website with the latest software, firmware updates, user guides etc at www.ovation2.co.uk .

  • Page 4: Modem Options & Frequency Bands

     Operation with Sprint is not supported by either the PLS8-US or the PLS8-X modems. NB ► Due to the slow data rates available at 2G, FlashBack-4G only supports 3G and 4G connections. 1.3 Verizon Operation FlashBack-4 PLS8-X modems with a serial number of 1315 or higher, running V1.6.203 firmware or higher, are certified for use by Verizon.

  • Page 5: Modem Imei Number

    SD card Wizard or the Network > 4G Modem section of the webpage interface. Please contact support@ovation.co.uk and quote the serial number of your modem (this is different to the serial number of your FB-4) for more information. Version: 1.6-issue-1 Ovation Systems Ltd Page 5 FB4 firmware V1.6.203 or higher. www.ovation.co.uk...

  • Page 6: Installation

    FlashBack-4G Installation 2.1 Product Variants The FlashBack-4G modem is supplied in two forms: the FlashBack-4 DVR combined with the modem module on one baseplate, or the standalone modem module for upgrading existing FlashBack-4 hardware. The part numbers are: Part No...
  • Page 7 Figure 3: FlashBack-4 with 4G modem supplied on one baseplate. Part numbers; FB4G-5918 (USA), FB4G-5936 (EU) Figure 4: 4G modem upgrade for existing FlashBack-4. Part numbers; FB4G-5919 (USA), FB4G-5937 (EU) Version: 1.6-issue-1 Ovation Systems Ltd Page 7 FB4 firmware V1.6.203 or higher. www.ovation.co.uk...

  • Page 8: Inserting The Sim Card

    USB port (violet connector). 2.2 Inserting the SIM Card FlashBack-4G uses a standard SIM card which is inserted with the following orientation. Push into the slot until a “click” is felt / heard. The SIM is removed by first pushing the card forward (into the unit) to disengage the SIM card from the holder.

  • Page 9: Operation With Wifi

    2.4 Expected Current Consumption When recording and streaming over a 3 or 4G link, FlashBack-4G draws between 450 to 600mA from a 12V supply depending upon the connection. The average current draw is around 500mA (6 Watts).

  • Page 10: Configuring The Cellular Connection

    3.1 Entering the SIM APN Before a cellular connection can be made, a number of parameters have to be entered into the FlashBack-4G. These include the SIM card APN, username and password and, if used, the connection server information. Tip ►...
  • Page 11 Figure 8: 4G modem setup webpage Tip ► Ovation Systems host a FlashBack-4 Server for testing and demonstration which simplifies the connection when using standard, non-fixed IP, data SIMs. Please refer to the FlashBack-4 user guide for more information.

  • Page 12: Connection Options

    Connection via VayTek’s CrossFire video management server. Please refer to the FlashBack-4 user guide for more information. With the correct parameters installed, the FlashBack-4G is available by entering the URL into your browser. The following examples are for a FlashBack-4/4G with serial number “1234”.

  • Page 13: Operation

     Static green Connected to server.  Flashing green Streaming via server.    All LEDs All LEDs Error / no SIM detected. flashing red together Version: 1.6-issue-1 Ovation Systems Ltd Page 13 FB4 firmware V1.6.203 or higher. www.ovation.co.uk...

  • Page 14: Network Connection Status Led / Echo Server

    FlashBack-4G 4.2 Network Connection Status LED / Echo Server By default, the FB-4 uses an Ovation Systems echo server to verify the internet connection and correctly set the "Network Connection" status LED. The echo server address is set in the “4G Modem” section of the “Network” tab. If you are connecting via the FlashBack-4 Server or CrossFire Server in client mode, these server connections are used in preference to the echo server as soon as a connection has been established.

  • Page 15: Sms Text Operation

    User Guide FlashBack-4G SMS Text Operation FlashBack-4G can be configured for SMS text operation with the following capabilities:  SMS text on events such as record start (eg text on motion detection).  Enquire the status of various unit functions such as recording, WiFi etc.

  • Page 16: Sms On Events

    User Guide FlashBack-4G 5.2 SMS on Events When enabled, FlashBack-4G sends texts on events such as “record start” to all the numbers listed. An example event is shown on the right. The unit name is entered by the “Device Name” section of the “System” tab and can be used to help identify the FB-4G issuing the texts.

  • Page 17: Sms Commands

    Set WiFi into client mode   wifi access Set WiFi into access-point mode   wifi off Turn wifi off Table 2: Text Commands Version: 1.6-issue-1 Ovation Systems Ltd Page 17 FB4 firmware V1.6.203 or higher. www.ovation.co.uk...

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