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--- venus-os:gx-gsm [2019-01-22 10:43] – external edit 127.0.0.1
+++ venus-os:gx-gsm [2019-06-13 10:35] – [When to use a mobile router instead] jcecil
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 ===== 1. Introduction =====
-The GX GSM is an accessory for [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]]s. It is a cellular modem; providing a mobile internet for the system and connection to Victron Remote Management (VRM).
+The GX GSM is an accessory for [[venus-os:start|GX-devices]]. It is a cellular modem; providing a mobile internet for the system and connection to Victron Remote Management (VRM).
-It requires a SIM card of the [[https://socialcompare.com/en/comparison/sim-card-format-and-size-comparison|Mini-SIM format]]; and connects to the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]] with a (supplied) 1m USB cable.
+It requires a SIM card of the [[https://socialcompare.com/en/comparison/sim-card-format-and-size-comparison|Mini-SIM format]]; and connects to the [[venus-os:start|GX-device]] with a (supplied) 1m USB cable.
 See also the [[https://www.victronenergy.com/accessories/gx-gsm|GX GSM Product Page]].
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 ==== Compatibility ====
+The GX GSM can be used with any of the [[venus-os:start|GX Devices]], including:
   * Color Control GX
   * Venus GX
   * Octo GX
-The GX GSM requires Venus OS v2.22 or newer to be installed on the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]].
+The GX GSM requires Venus OS v2.22 or newer to be installed on the GX Device.
 ==== When to use a mobile router instead ====
-The GX GSM only provides an internet connection for the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]]: there is no option to share the internet to laptops, phones, or other devices.
+The GX GSM only provides an internet connection for the [[venus-os:start|GX-device]]: there is no option to share the internet to laptops, phones, or other devices.
 For installations where more devices need internet, such as a yacht or RV, consider installing a mobile router instead. [[https://www.victronenergy.com/live/ccgx:start#internet_connectivity|More information here.]]
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 You also need to remember that an outdoor antenna typically increases received signal by 15 dB to 25 dB.  (verify)
-===== 6. Technical Data =====
+===== 6. Supported Frequencies (2G/3G) =====
+  * 2G (GSM/GPRS/EDGE): 850/900/1800/1900 MHz (Quad-Band)
+  * 3G (UMTS/HSPA+): 900/2100 MHz (Dual-Band)
+Please notice: In Northern America 1900 MHz is the most common frequency for 3G, which is unsupported for the current version of GX GSM.
+In case of uncertainty please double-check: [[https://www.worldtimezone.com/gsm.html|GSM World Coverage Map]]
+===== 7. Technical Data =====
 ^ Outer dimensions (LxWxH) | 106x42.5x22 mm ([[https://www.victronenergy.de/upload/documents/GX-GSM-Dimensions.pdf|Drawing]]) |
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 ^ SIM card | Regular Mini SIM |
-===== 7. Accessory / Antennas =====
+===== 8. Accessory / Antennas =====
 ==== Outdoor 2G and 3G GSM Antenna ====
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