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===== 1. Introduction ===== | ===== 1. Introduction ===== | ||
- | The GX GSM is an accessory for [[venus-os: | + | ==== 1.1 Product description ==== |
- | It requires a SIM card of the [[https:// | + | The GX GSM is an accessory for [[venus-os: |
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+ | It requires a SIM card of the [[https:// | ||
See also the [[https:// | See also the [[https:// | ||
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- | === Antennas and accessories === | + | ==== 1.2 Antennas and accessories |
GSM: A small indoor GSM antenna is included. As an option we also sell an outdoor GSM antenna: | GSM: A small indoor GSM antenna is included. As an option we also sell an outdoor GSM antenna: | ||
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* GSM900200100 - Active GPS Antenna for GX GSM | * GSM900200100 - Active GPS Antenna for GX GSM | ||
- | See bottom of this manual for photos and specs of both optional | + | [[venus-os: |
- | ==== Compatibility ==== | + | ==== 1.3 Compatibility ==== |
- | The GX GSM can be used with any of the [[venus-os: | + | The GX GSM can be used with any of the [[venus-os: |
- | * Color Control GX | + | |
- | * Venus GX | + | |
- | * Octo GX | + | |
The GX GSM requires Venus OS v2.22 or newer to be installed on the GX 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: | + | ==== 1.4 When to use a mobile router instead ==== |
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+ | The GX GSM provides an internet connection for the [[venus-os: | ||
For installations where more devices need internet, such as a yacht or RV, consider installing a mobile router instead. [[https:// | For installations where more devices need internet, such as a yacht or RV, consider installing a mobile router instead. [[https:// | ||
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- | When using a SIM card with its SIM-pin security disabled, the system will work without further configuration. | + | When using a SIM card with its SIM-pin security disabled, the system will work without further configuration. |
Setting a SIM pin helps reducing the risk of the SIM card being stolen and used. Use a mobile phone to set the SIM pin, and there after configure it on the GX-device. | Setting a SIM pin helps reducing the risk of the SIM card being stolen and used. Use a mobile phone to set the SIM pin, and there after configure it on the GX-device. | ||
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- | ===== 4. Status ===== | ||
- | GSM modem status can be checked at a glance by looking at the status bar. | ||
- | ^ Icon ^ Details ^ | + | ===== 4. GPS ===== |
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- | ===== 6. GPS ===== | + | |
When the optional antenna is added; the position will be visible like this: | When the optional antenna is added; the position will be visible like this: | ||
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- | ===== 5. Trouble shooting | + | ===== 5. Status |
- | ^ | + | ==== Status Bar ==== |
+ | GSM modem status can be checked at a glance by looking at the status bar. | ||
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+ | ^ Icon ^ Details ^ | ||
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+ | ==== SIM Status ==== | ||
+ | ^ Status ^ Description ^ | ||
+ | | Ready | SIM card is installed properly and registered to the network | | ||
+ | | SIM not inserted | SIM card is missing or not inserted properly. SIM tray might hang out a little. | | ||
+ | | PIN required | SIM card requires 4 digit PIN for unlock. | | ||
+ | | PUK required | SIM is locked due to wrong PIN inputs. 8 digit PUK is required to release the lock state. | | ||
+ | | SIM failure | SIM does not respond - might be broken | | ||
+ | | SIM busy | SIM is in busy state | | ||
+ | | SIM wrong | Type of SIM is not supported | | ||
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+ | There are many reasons for modem internet connection to not work. Carefully go through each step of this trouble shooting guide. Make sure to start at the first step. When asking for help, make sure to mention each step taken and the result. | ||
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+ | ^ Step ^^ Details | ||
| 1 | Power | Check that the blue LED is either lit continuous or blinking | | 1 | Power | Check that the blue LED is either lit continuous or blinking | ||
- | | 2 | USB | The modem must be connected to USB, and visible in the Settings -> GSM modem menu | | + | | 2 | USB connection |
- | | 3 | Simcard | If enabled, PIN code must be configured in Settings | + | | 3 | Simcard |
- | | 4 | Signal strength | 1 bar for VRM logging, 2/3 bars for remote console | | + | | 4 | Signal strength | 1 bar minimum |
- | | 5 | Network | + | | 5 | Carrier registration |
+ | | 6 | Internet connection | Verify that the Internet shows " | ||
+ | | 7 | Connection to VRM Portal | Verify that the VRM Portal menu shows a recent last connection time. See Settings -> VRM Portal. For more details, see [[https:// | ||
- | You also need to remember that an outdoor antenna typically increases received signal by 15 dB to 25 dB. | + | An [[venus-os: |
- | ===== 6. Supported Frequencies (2G/3G) ===== | + | Note that Ethernet and WiFi connections have priority over the cellular connection. Even when the available Ethernet |
+ | This screenshot shows how all details look when everything is OK: | ||
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+ | ===== 7. Supported Frequencies (2G/3G) ===== | ||
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+ | ==== 7.1 Available models & their supported frequency bands ==== | ||
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+ | GSM100100100 - GX GSM 900/2100: | ||
* 2G (GSM/ | * 2G (GSM/ | ||
* 3G (UMTS/ | * 3G (UMTS/ | ||
+ | * The used GSM module is a Simcom SIM5360E. | ||
- | Please notice: In Northern | + | GSM100200100 - GX GSM 850/1900: |
+ | * 2G (GSM/ | ||
+ | * 3G (UMTS/ | ||
+ | * The used GSM module is the Simcom SIM5360A. | ||
+ | * Expected in first stock in 2020 Q3. And only short lived; since its successor, the GX LTE 4G, having 2G/3G and also 4G support is also coming soon. | ||
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+ | ==== 7.2 Notes regarding regional coverage ==== | ||
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+ | USA, Mexico, Canada and most of South America: 1900 MHz is the most common frequency for 3G, which is unsupported for the current version of GX GSM. But a second model is coming in 2020, see above. | ||
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+ | Australia: The 900MHz 3G frequency in remote areas is typically provided by Optus. Telstra' | ||
In case of uncertainty please double-check: | In case of uncertainty please double-check: | ||
- | ===== 7. Technical Data ===== | + | |
+ | ===== 8. Technical Data ===== | ||
^ Outer dimensions (LxWxH) | 106x42.5x22 mm ([[https:// | ^ Outer dimensions (LxWxH) | 106x42.5x22 mm ([[https:// | ||
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^ SIM card | Regular Mini SIM | | ^ SIM card | Regular Mini SIM | | ||
- | ===== 8. Accessory / Antennas ===== | + | ===== 9. Accessory / Antennas ===== |
==== Outdoor 2G and 3G GSM Antenna ==== | ==== Outdoor 2G and 3G GSM Antenna ==== | ||
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