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Sierra Wireless PinPoint XT User Manual

Sierra Wireless PinPoint XT User Manual

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PinPoint XT

User Guide

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Rev 2.0

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    PinPoint XT 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 PinPoint XT may be used at this time. The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate the Sierra Wireless AirLink PinPoint XT while in control of a vehicle.

  • Page 4: Contact Information

    PinPoint XT Patents ® This product includes technology licensed from QUALCOMM Manufactured or sold by Sierra Wireless Inc. or its licensees under one or more patents licensed from InterDigital Group. Copyright © 2010 Sierra Wireless. All rights reserved. Trademarks ®...

  • Page 5: Revision History

    AirLink Communications documentation - CDMA, EV-DO, EDGE, and 2007 HSUPA/HSDPA. Q2: 2008 Converted documentation from AirLink Communications documentation format into Sierra Wireless documentation format. Phase II of the conversion completed. PinPoint modem line documentation is revised. Q1: 2010 Converted documentation from AirLink Communications documentation format into Sierra Wireless documentation format.
  • Page 6 PinPoint XT 2140712...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Introduction to the PinPoint XT ........
  • Page 8 Power Modes and Information ........35 Wiring the PinPoint XT for Ignition Sense or DTR Event Trigger ..36 Power Effect on Modem State .

  • Page 9: Introduction To The Pinpoint Xt

    Its high-precision 50-channel GPS receiver coupled with the rich embedded intelligence provided by ALEOS™ technology make PinPoint XT the perfect choice for a broad set of mobile enterprise, public safety, fleet management and AVL solutions. Figure 1-1: Sierra Wireless AirLink PinPoint XT ALEOS™...

  • Page 10: Aceware

    ACEmanager), Windows-based applications (ACEview and Modem Doctor), and a web-hosted application (ACEnet). You can download the applications and their user guides from the Sierra Wireless AirLink Solutions web site: http:// www.sierrawireless.com/support. Contact your dealer or Sierra Wireless representative for any further information.

  • Page 11: Modem Doctor

    Modem Doctor and Modem Doctor USB is a troubleshooting and diagnostics utility. This utility will allow you to get a log file of the PinPoint XT activity which you can then send to Sierra Wireless support or erase the current configuration completely.

  • Page 12: Connecting To Your Cellular Provider

    In Ethernet Private mode, with a hub or switch connected to the Ethernet port, the PinPoint XT will provide NAT for a range of computers or other devices connected to the switch or hub and Internet access to all of them.

  • Page 13: Gsm

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

  • Page 14: Virtual Serial Port

    PinPoint XT Virtual serial port The PinPoint XT supports one virtual serial port over USB. This VSP can be used, for example, to send AT commands, or to run many serial based ® applications such as HyperTerminal Networking IPSec The IP protocol that drives the Internet is inherently insecure. Internet Protocol Security (IPSec), which is a standards-based protocol, secures communications of IP packets over public networks.

  • Page 15: Gre

    The Events Reporting tab that displays in ACEmanager, is applicable across all Sierra Wireless AirLink devices. Software The PinPoint XT modem comes with the following software: • AceView, the software for the PinPoint XT which allows you to monitor your connections. Rev 2.0 Aug.10...

  • Page 16: Documentation

    The firmware that is stored in non-volatile memory and includes ACEmanager. The PinPoint XT has an embedded radio module, also made by Sierra Wire- less, Inc. There are two firmware programs on the device—one stored on the controller board of the PinPoint XT and one on the radio module.

  • Page 17: Specifications

    2: Specifications • Interface Port Pin- Outs • Power Connector Features and Benefits • Embedded Intelligence • Low Power Consumption • High-Speed Processor • High-Speed 2-way Data • USB and I/O Port • High-Sensitivity GPS Receiver • Persistent Network Connectivity •...

  • Page 18: Host Interfaces

    PinPoint XT Standards/Approvals • Carrier specific approvals • • PTCRB • Industry Canada Host Interfaces • USB2.0 Full Speed (Mini-B5) • I/O: 6 Programmable I/Os, 3 Analog/Digital • Antenna Connection: · Cellular - 50 Ohm SMA · GPS - 50 Ohm SMA Warning: The antenna should be installed no closer than 20 cm from the human body.

  • Page 19: Interface Port Pin-Outs

    Specifications Interface Port Pin-Outs Figure 2-1: PinPoint XT I/O Port Diagram (not to scale) The relay contacts are rated for 30 Vdc max and 500mA max Table 1: Pin-out 11 - Programmable I/O 1- Board Ground 12 - Programmable I/O 2 - Programmable I/O 13 - Serial Out Rx (3.3V)
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  • Page 21: Activating Pinpoint Xt On Your Cellular Provider

    Generally, you will only need to install a SIM once in the life of the modem and it may be pre-installed by your Sierra Wireless Representative. If the SIM was pre-installed activation of your modem is complete.
  • Page 22 PinPoint XT a. Unplug the PinPoint XT power and all cables. b. Using a small phillips head screw driver, remove the screws on the front. c. Set the faceplate aside. Figure 3-1: Faceplate Carefully remove the SIM card from the card you received from your cellular provider.

  • Page 23: Configuring The Apn

    PinPoint XT. Once the cover is replaced, the installation is complete. Note: The first time you power on your PinPoint XT with your new SIM, there may be a delay of up to 10 minutes for the initial network connection to occur.
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  • Page 25: Hardware Installation Of The Pinpoint Xt

    Caution: The PinPoint XT is in a hardened case and designed for use in industrial and extreme environments. However, unless you are using cables expressly designed for such environments, they can fail if exposed to the same conditions the PinPoint XT can withstand.

  • Page 26: Gps Antenna

    (if used outside the US). separation from the Your PinPoint XT will work with most cellular antennas with a connector. Connect operator. the primary antenna or primary RF cable directly to the antenna connector on the back of the PinPoint XT.
  • Page 27 Hardware Installation of the PinPoint XT Your PinPoint XT can be used with either DC or AC, with the appropriate power adapter. DC cables and AC adapters are available as optional accessories in addition to the one included with your PinPoint XT.

  • Page 28: Light Patterns

    PinPoint XT Figure 4-4: I/O Your PinPoint XT also has an I/O port with digital inputs, analog inputs, and relay outputs which can be connected to external devices. The I/O port can use an optional I/O harness available through Sierra Wireless.
  • Page 29 3. Engage top groove in body of PinPoint XT with two tabs. 4. Push on far side of PinPoint XT in center so that it touches side of Bracket. 5. Press down and release when upper groove on far side of PinPoint XT, aligns with tabs.
  • Page 30 PinPoint XT Figure 4-6: Mounting bracket installation 2140712...
  • Page 31 Hardware Installation of the PinPoint XT Figure 4-7: 100-170-1014 : Mounting Bracket for PinPoint XT Rev 2.0 Aug.10...
  • Page 32 PinPoint XT 2140712...

  • Page 33: Connecting The Pinpoint Xt

    5: Connecting the PinPoint XT • ACEmanager • Using a Terminal Application with With ALEOS as its “brain”, the PinPoint XT is a highly configurable AT Commands device. • AT Command To configure your PinPoint XT, you have two options. You can use...
  • Page 34 · Flow Control: Hardware. Figure 5-2: Port Settings If you have configured the PinPoint XT for settings different than the defaults for Bits Tip: per Second, Data Bits, Parity, and/or Stop Bits, you will need to use your changed settings.
  • Page 35 Connecting the PinPoint XT e. Select OK. 3. Connected Connecting on USB/net will prompt for password. Figure 5-3: HyperTerminal : TCP/IP connected Rev 2.0 Aug.10...

  • Page 36: At Command

    PinPoint XT Figure 5-4: HyperTerminal : connected a. If you are prompted for a password, enter 12345 (default password). You will not be prompted for a password if you connect using a COM port. Tip: 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 PinPoint XT, 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 PinPoint XT will be noted.
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  • Page 39: Inputs, Relay Outputs, And Power Status

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

  • Page 40: Digital Inputs

    PinPoint XT • Monitoring an incremental gauge. • Monitoring an internal fan. • Monitoring a vehicle payload. • Monitoring the elevation of a tow bar. • Monitoring a vehicle’s battery use. Digital Inputs Figure 6-2: Digital Input Contact Closure By measuring contact closures on switches, the digital inputs can report a simple open or closed state.

  • Page 41: Connecting Devices To The I/O Port

    The relays are only capable of switching small loads. If you need a stronger signal, such as to open a door lock, you can connect the PinPoint XT’s relay to a stronger solenoid relay which has enough power to cause the desired effect.
  • Page 42 PinPoint XT Table 2: Pin-out 11 - Programmable I/O 1- Board Ground 12 - Programmable I/O 2 - Programmable I/O 13 - Serial Out Rx (3.3V) 3 - Programmable I/O 14 - VCC IN (Input Voltage) 4 - Serial Input Tx (3.3V)

  • Page 43: Power Modes And Information

    Connect the power to PIN# 14 and ground to PIN# 15. Power Modes and Information The PinPoint XT can be configured to switch power modes in response to specific events, such as when the voltage to the modem drops below a configured threshold or when the DTR changes, in order to conserve a vehicle's battery life.

  • Page 44: Wiring The Pinpoint Xt For Ignition Sense Or Dtr Event Trigger

    PinPoint XT Wiring the PinPoint XT for Ignition Sense or DTR Event Trigger When the Standby Ignition Sense is enabled and the ignition sense connector is wired to your vehicle, the ignition sense will provide a link to the modem to enable it to enter a low-power using standby mode.

  • Page 45: Regulatory Information

    Warning: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Sierra Wireless could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Industry Canada This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.

  • Page 46: Rf Exposure

    RF radiation, the maximum antenna gain must not exceed 5 dBi in the Cellular band and 4 dBi in the PCS band. Sierra Wireless hereby declares that the PinPoint XT devices conform to all the Note: At least 20 cm separation distance essential requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC.

  • Page 47: Weee Notice

    The device is a Class A device for use in commercial environment. WEEE Notice If you purchased PinPoint XT in Europe, please return it to your dealer or supplier at the end of its life. WEEE products may be recognised by their wheeled bin label on the product label.
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