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Sierra Wireless AirLink GX400 User Manual

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Rev 2.0

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    AirLink GX400 for Verizon User Guide 2140712 Rev 2.0...
  • Page 3 Note: Some airlines may permit the use of cellular phones while the aircraft is on the ground and the door is open. Sierra Wireless AirLink GX400 may be used at this time. The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate the Sierra Wireless AirLink GX400 while in control of a vehicle.

  • Page 4: Contact Information

    This product may contain technology developed by or for Sierra Wireless Inc. This ® product includes technology licensed from QUALCOMM 3G. This product is manufactured or sold by Sierra Wireless Inc. or its affiliates under one or more patents licensed from InterDigital Group. Copyright © 2011 Sierra Wireless. All rights reserved.
  • Page 5 Preface Revision History Revision Release date Changes number March: 2011 User Guide created and initially released. Rev 2.0 Mar.11...
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  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction to the AirLink GX400 ....... . . 11 ACEware™.
  • Page 8 Configuring the AirLink GX400 ........
  • Page 9 Contents Power Modes and Information ........40 Power Effect on device State .
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  • Page 11: Introduction To The Airlink Gx400

    I/O and one low power timer enable input allowing remote instrumentation possibilities. Its high-precision GPS receiver, coupled with the rich embedded intelligence provided by ALEOS™ technology, make AirLink GX400 the perfect choice for a broad set of applications requiring superior remote management capabilities. Figure 1-1: AirLink GX400...

  • Page 12: Aceware

    Using the AirLink Control Environment (ACE), ACEWare is the device management and monitoring application suite for Sierra Wireless AirLink devices powered by ALEOS. Figure 1-3: ACEware Logo The ACEware suite encompasses an application internal to the firmware (ACEmanager), a Windows-based application (ACEview), and a web-hosted application (ACEnet).

  • Page 13: Simplified Deployment

    Introduction to the AirLink GX400 Figure 1-4: ACEmanager: Status Simplified Deployment ACEmanager provides the ability to remotely set up and configure Sierra Wireless AirLink products. Remote device setup and configuration reduces the time of your wireless deployment and provides a quicker path to ROI.

  • Page 14: Connecting To Verizon

    Internet or the cellular network is also available for computers or other devices connected directly to the AirLink GX400. The AirLink GX400 will perform routing for all internet traffic to and from the computers or other end devices.

  • Page 15: Ev-Do

    If you need to contact your AirLink GX400, a device connected to the AirLink GX400, or a host system using the AirLink GX400 from the Internet, you need to have a known IP (such as one which is static) or domain name (an IP address converted by a DNS server into a word based name).

  • Page 16: Usb

    Ethernet port or a virtual serial port. A driver installation is required to use the USB port in either mode. It is recommended that you use a USB 2.0 cable with your AirLink GX400 and connect directly to your computer for best throughput.

  • Page 17: Gre

    • Firmware that is stored in non-volatile memory and includes ACEmanager. The AirLink GX400 has an embedded radio module made by Sierra Wireless, Inc. There are two firmware programs on the device—one stored on the con- troller board of the AirLink GX400 and one on the radio module.

  • Page 18: Documentation

    Connect a notebook computer and other input/output (I/O) devices. • Interpret the LEDs on the AirLink GX400 and the indicators in the ACEview software. This User Guide is provided as a PDF (Portable Document Format) file on the installation CD or from the Sierra Wireless support website.

  • Page 19: Specifications

    Specifications 2: Specifications • Interface Port Pin- Outs • Power Connector Features and Benefits • Powered by ALEOS • Embedded Machine Protocols • Connection Management • IPSec/VPN; Firewall • LBS & Events Reporting Engines • ACEware interface • Remote Management and Configuration •...

  • Page 20: Host Interfaces

    AirLink GX400 • IP 64 Host Interfaces • Ethernet: 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 • USB "micro A/B" locking • RS-232: DB-9 DCE (300-230400 baud) • I/O: one on power connector • Antenna Connection: · Primary Cellular - 50 Ohm SMA · Receive Diversity - 50 Ohm SMA ·...

  • Page 21: Power Connector

    Specifications Power Connector Figure 2-2: Power Connector (Not to scale) Rev 2.0 Mar.11...
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  • Page 23: Installing And Activating Airlink Gx400

    GX400 Verizon’s network. • Automatic The AirLink GX400 should be mounted in a position that provides easy access for Activation all cabling. Cables should not be bent, constricted, in close proximity to high (OTASP) amperage, or exposed to extreme temperatures. The LEDs on the front and top •...

  • Page 24: Physical Interfaces

    2. Plug the power cable to the power connector on the back panel of the AirLink GX400 - See Connecting to Power on page 27. 3. Connect your computer to the AirLink GX400 with an ethernet, serial or USB cable - See Connecting to a Computer or Other Device on page 28.

  • Page 25: Automatic Activation (Otasp)

    Installing and Activating AirLink GX400 Automatic Activation (OTASP) One of the special features of your AirLink GX400 for Verizon is the ability to activate itself automatically. When you first power on the AirLink GX400, it will check to see if it has been activated with account data. If it finds that it has not yet been activated, the AirLink GX400 will attempt to retrieve the account data from the Verizon network using Over-the-Air Service Provisioning (OTASP).

  • Page 26: Connecting The Antennas

    GPS antenna or cable directly to the threaded SMA connector. If you are mounting the AirLink GX400 into a vehicle, the less the cable is wrapped and bound together, the better it will perform. Place it on the roof, on the dash, or on a rear panel where it has a greater than 90°...

  • Page 27: Connecting To Power

    When using AC to DC adapter the ambient temperature should not exceed Warning: If the AirLink GX400 is used in a vehicle, the power cable negative lead should be connected to the battery or power source negative terminal. The battery cable used for a car, truck, or other mobile connection must be less than 3 meters in length.

  • Page 28: Connecting To A Computer Or Other Device

    LED blinks yellow during activity, and the right LED is Green for 100 Mbps and Orange for 10 Mbps.The Ethernet port of the AirLink GX400 can be connected directly to a computer or other Ethernet device with either a cross- over cable or a straight-through cable.

  • Page 29: Usb Otg Port

    GX400 operates as a self-powered device: it will not draw any current from the USB. If a Micro-A plug is inserted, the AirLink GX400 can operate in host mode and supply power to the device that is plugged into. At this time, however, USB host capability is a future ALEOS enhancement.

  • Page 30: Led Operation

    AirLink GX400 LED Operation Four LEDs are visible from the front and top of the AirLink GX400. Labeled (from left to right) Network, Signal, Activity, and Power, each LED can display one of three colors: green, yellow, or red. Caution:...

  • Page 31: Light Patterns

    Data Retry, Failed Auth and Retrying - The Network LED blinks red every 3 seconds. Reset Button The Reset button, located on the right front side of the AirLink GX400, has two primary functions: 1. Reboot the device: Quickly press in and release.
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  • Page 33: Configuring The Airlink Gx400

    Configuring the AirLink GX400 4: Configuring the AirLink GX400 • ACEmanager • Using a Terminal With ALEOS as its operating system, the AirLink GX400 is a highly configurable Application with device. AT Commands Configure the AirLink GX400 through one of two options: •...
  • Page 34 · Flow Control: Hardware (or None). Figure 4-2: Port Settings Tip: If you have configured the AirLink GX400 for settings different than the defaults for Bits per Second, Data Bits, Parity, and/or Stop Bits, you will need to use your changed settings.
  • Page 35 Configuring the AirLink GX400 g. Select OK. 3. Connected Connecting with Telnet will prompt for password. Figure 4-3: HyperTerminal : TCP/IP connected Rev 2.0 Mar.11...

  • Page 36: At Command

    AirLink GX400 Figure 4-4: HyperTerminal : connected a. If you are prompted for a password, enter 12345 (default password). Tip: You will not be prompted for a password if you connect using a COM port. b. Type AT and press Enter. You should get a reply of “OK” or “0”.
  • Page 37 “e”. • When you are using a terminal connection, if you enter a command which is recognized by the AirLink GX400, it will respond with “OK”. If the command is not recognized, the response will be “ERROR”. • Those commands applicable only to certain model numbers of the AirLink GX400 will be noted.
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  • Page 39: Inputs, Relay Outputs, And Power Status

    The AirLink GX400 can be configured to monitor the input, respond to specific • Power Modes and types of events, and even trigger a digital output. The AirLink GX400 can also be Information configured to change its power mode in order to conserve power. These features can be configured to your needs.

  • Page 40: Digital Output

    Low power mode turns off the 1.8V (memory interface) and 1.0V (core) supply voltages connected to the processor to save power. The AirLink GX400 can be configured to switch power modes in response to specific events, such as when the voltage to the device drops below a configured threshold or when ignition is turned off, in order to conserve a vehicle's battery life.

  • Page 41: Power Effect On Device State

    Inputs, Relay Outputs, and Power Status Power Effect on device State Once the transition from powered on to low-power mode starts, the device will change state to AT mode. This results in the current mode being gracefully terminated. For the brief period when the device is preparing for low-power mode, the device will remain in AT mode.
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  • Page 43: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information 6: Regulatory Information Federal Communications Commission Notice (FCC United States) Electronic devices, including computers and wireless devices, generate RF energy incidental to their intended function and are therefore subject to FCC rules and regulations. This equipment has been tested to, and found to be within the acceptable limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 44: Antenna Considerations

    The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a Warning: separation of at least 20 cm from all persons. Sierra Wireless hereby declares that the AirLink GX400 devices conform to all the essential requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC. Products are marked with a CE and notified body number.

  • Page 45: Weee Notice

    Newark, CA 94560 WEEE Notice If you purchased AirLink GX400 in Europe, please return it to your dealer or supplier at the end of its life. WEEE products may be recognized by their wheeled bin label on the product label.
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