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Netkom MC55 Terminal
User Guide
Cinterion
wireless modules by
embedded
Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved

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  • Page 1 Netkom MC55 Terminal User Guide Cinterion wireless modules by embedded Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    These have been tested and shown to work well with the Terminal. However, the warranty does not cover these accessories. The warranty does not apply in the event of improper use. Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Antenna connector SMA ......19 RS232 interface ........21 Switching on modem ....... 24 Startup ..............24 Switching off ........... 25 Operating states / LED........27 POWER DOWN ........28 Network search ........29 Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 5 Standby Netkom MC55 terminal ..... 29 Data Transfer Netkom MC55 ....29 terminal ............ 29 AT command control ........30 SW update ............30 Firmware .............30 Maintenance tips ........31 Certification ..........31 Certification / maintenance......31 Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 6: Front View

    Overview Front view SIM card Plug-in LED display holder power Rear view Antenna RS232 interface connector (9-pin D-Sub) Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 7: Product Description

    RS232 interface and a greater supply voltage range have been added. All the external interfaces of the modem are integrated permanently in the housing. The plug-in connections are standardised and suitable for use under vibration. Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 8: Highlights

    • SIM application tool kit Applications • Fleet management • Teleservice • Security systems • Telematics • Telemetry • Remote monitoring • Remote meter reading • Vending machines • Mobile office Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 9: Highlights

    Mobile station class B • SIM application tool kit • Point-to-point MT and MO • SMS cell broadcast • Text and PDU mode • Transmission of SMS alternatively over CSD or GPRS Certification Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 10: Data

    Connector for plug-in power supply unit • SIM card holder • Antenna connector SMA • RS232 interface (V.24/V.28 on the Sub-D socket) Accessories • Antenna GSM • Power supply unit • RS232 cable Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 11: Package Contents / Scope Of Delivery

    3 m. • Your supplier will be pleased to provide you with a detailed technical description and technical support for the SIEMENS modem. Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 12: Plug-In Power Supply Unit

    (+8 V ... +30 V) via the supply unit power supply connectors. Two additional control lines are used for switching the modem on/off (resetting). The connection is implemented by a 6-pin Mini-Western connector. Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 13 • Either activate the DTR control line via the RS232 interface • Or connect IGT_IN to +. This connection has already been set up in the specified plug-in power supply unit. Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 14 Connect a fast 1.25 A fuse to the supply line of the positive supply voltage for general protection of the modem, see “Safety and installation information” on page 11. Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 15 ETS 300-342-1 • Immunity RF common mode 0.15 – 80 MHz in accordance with ETS 300-342-1 • Transients and surges in a vehicular environment • Voltages dips and interruptior Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 16 Make sure that there is no voltage applied to the modem. Operate the eject mechanism (yellow pin next to the card holder) to open the card holder by pressing it down with a pen, for example. Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 17 Interface description Insert the SIM card in the SIM card holder and push it back into the housing. Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 18 The card can only be replaced when the GSM engine is in the POWER DOWN state. Interference immunity Electrostatic discharge requirements in accordance with ETS 300-342-1 Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 19: Antenna Connector Sma

    1900) can be connected to the RF interface. The connection is implemented as a 50 Ω SMA coaxial jack. Antenna connector Outer Inner Purpose of the connectors/connections Signal name Description Inner RF input/output Outer X Frame connection Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 20 (cable is >3 m) • Surge immunity requirements not specified • Electrostatic discharge requirements in accordance with ETS 300-342-1 • Immunity RF common mode 0.15 – 80 MHz in accordance with ETS 300-342-1 Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 21: Rs232 Interface

    GSM/GPRS engine by means of AT cellular commands. The RS232 interface is implemented as a 9-pin D-Sub socket with a screw fitting. RS232 interface – 9-pin D-Sub Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 22 > 5 V low < –5 V Use and operation In order to control the modem and transfer data, the customer application (e.g. host computer) is connected via the RS232 cable. Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 23 • Surge immunity requirements not specified • Electrostatic discharge requirements in accordance with ETS 300-342-1 • Immunity RF common mode 0.15 – 80 MHz in accordance with ETS 300-342-1 Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 24: Switching On Modem

    VBAT, a transistor switch generates the IGT ignition signal with a delay of approx. 100 ms for the GSM/GPRS module. Only then is it switched on. (It exits the POWER DOWN operating state.) Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 25: Switching Off

    In this case, the GSM/GPRS module signs off before the watchdog condition results in the specific switching off of the supply voltages. Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 26 This corresponds to a direct, unannounced disconnection of the operating voltage. In the application you can switch off or reset the module without interrupting the input voltage supply. Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 27: Operating States / Led

    PIN is entered (via PC) or • no GSM or GPRS network is available STANDBY GPRS Flashes slowly Network (Contex (2 times) activated) Data-Transfer flicker (flashes fast during the data transfer) Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 28: Power Down

    • When the modem (module) is shut down by means of AT commands (e.g. sleep mode). • When the external reset line is active. Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 29: Network Search

    Data Transfer GPRS data transfer in progress. Power consumption depends on network Netkom MC55 settings (e.g. power control level), terminal uplink / downlink data rates and GPRS configuration (e.g. used multislot settings). Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 30: At Command Control

    The software can be obtained from the ICM WM home page. The SW package is self-unpacking and menu-driven. Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...
  • Page 31: Maintenance Tips

    Do not bend or scratch the SIM card or expose it to static electricity. • Wipe the terminal housing with a moist or antistatic cloth. Do not use a chemical cleaning agent. Copyright © Netkom Sp. z o.o. All rights reserved...

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