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--- venus-os:gx-gsm [2020-06-24 13:53] – [1.4 When to use a mobile router instead] mvader
+++ venus-os:gx-gsm [2022-04-26 14:20] – [Outdoor 2G and 3G GSM Antenna] marmour
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-==== 1.2 Antennas and accessories ====
+==== 1.2 Warning: maybe use the GX LTE 4G instead ====
+The product described in this manual, is being succeeded with the newer [[https://www.victronenergy.nl/accessories/gx-lte-4g|GX LTE 4G]] modem.
+The GX GSM works only with 2G and 3G networks, which are -slowly- being shut down in various countries. Hence, depending on the location of installation, the GX LTE 4G can be a more future proof solution.
+==== 1.4 Antennas and accessories ====
 GSM: A small indoor GSM antenna is included. As an option we also sell an outdoor GSM antenna:
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 [[venus-os:gx-gsm#accessory_antennas|See bottom of this manual for photos and specs of both antennas.]]
-==== 1.3 Compatibility ====
+==== 1.5 GX Compatibility ====
 The GX GSM can be used with any of the [[venus-os:start|GX Devices]].
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 The GX GSM requires Venus OS v2.22 or newer to be installed on the GX Device.
-==== 1.4 When to use a mobile router instead ====
+==== 1.6 When to use a mobile router instead ====
 The GX GSM provides an internet connection for the [[venus-os:start|GX-device]] only. There is no option to share the internet to laptops, phones, or other devices.
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+**Automatic recovery when disconnected**
+When installing the GX GSM, or GX 4G LTE in an area that you expect continuous internet coverage, you should enable the "Reboot device when no contact" option in the VRM menu of the GX device. This will automatically reboot the GX device, as well as power cycle the GX GSM, when the transmission of data to VRM has failed for the configured time.
+{{:venus-os:gx_gsm.jpg?400|}}
+Note that if you are leaving internet service coverage areas (such as an RV on the move, or a boat leaving dock to go to sea) then it is recommend to disable this setting, so that your GX is not rebooting itself for no reason. Or set it, for example, to a two hour time-out. And accept a reboot every two hours when underway.
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 | SIM wrong | Type of SIM is not supported |
-[[http://example.com|External Link]]===== 6. Trouble shooting =====
+[[http://example.com|External Link]]
+===== 6. Trouble shooting =====
 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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+=== What to do if the GX GSM is not staying connected? ===
+Enable the "Reboot device when no contact" configuration setting in the VRM menu of the GX device. That will reboot the GX (and with it the GX GSM) automatically if the internet connection is not available.
 ===== 7. Supported Frequencies (2G/3G) =====
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 ^ Mounting option | Screw Mount |
 ^ Cable Type | Rg-316 |
-^ Cable Length | 0.25 m |
+^ Cable Length | 3.0 m |
 ^ Connector | SMA Male Straight |
 ^ Frequencies | 800/900/1800/1900/2100 MHz |