Multi-Tech Systems MTCBA-E General Specifications, Electrical Specifications, RF Specifications

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Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications

 

General Specifications

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

General Specifications

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power Requirements

5 V to 32VDC; 400mA Average @5V, 1A Peak @ 5V

 

 

 

 

Circuit Switched Data/Fax Features

Asynchronous, non-transparent up to 14.4K bps

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Group 3 Fax, Class1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mechanical Dimensions & Weight

4.3" L x 2.4" W x 0.94" H; 4.2 oz.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(11 cm x 6.1 cm x 2.4 cm; 119 g)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Connectors & Fasteners

Antenna Connection type: Standard 3V SIM receptacle

 

 

 

 

 

Serial Connector: 15-pin RS232 SUB D female (DE15S)

 

 

 

 

 

Pins: RS232 link, audio link, BOOT, RESET

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power Connector: 2.5mm miniature power jack (screw-on)

 

 

 

 

Operating Temperatures

-30° to +65°C

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Storage Temperature

-40° to +85°C

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Humidity

Relative humidity 20% to 90% noncondensing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Certifications

CE Mark, R&TTE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EMC: FCC Part 2, 15 Class A, 22, 24, EN 55022 & EN 55024

 

 

 

 

 

Safety: cUL, UL 60950, EN 60950

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Network: PTCRB

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Electrical Specifications

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Electrical Characteristics

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Switching the GSM modem on/off

The device is permanently powered (when connected to the power

 

 

 

supply).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Voltage Range

Voltage range : 5 to 32V DC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GND : 0V

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Over voltage and Under voltage

Correct operation of the Wireless MultiModem in communication

 

 

 

mode is not guaranteed if input voltage falls below 5V.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Input/output electrical characteristics for external connections

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Parameters

 

 

GSM/GPRS 850/900

 

 

GSM/GPRS 1800/1900

 

 

Unit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Typ.

 

 

 

 

Typ.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Input Supply Voltage

 

 

5

 

13.2

 

32

 

 

5

13.2

 

32

 

 

V

 

 

 

Input peak supply current in comm. mode at Pmax

 

1

 

.4

 

.2

 

 

1

.4

 

.2

 

 

A

 

 

Input average supply current in comm. mode at

 

360

 

150

 

75

 

 

300

125

 

70

 

 

mA

 

 

 

Pmax

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Input average supply current in idle mode

 

 

30

 

10

 

10

 

 

30

10

 

10

 

 

mA

 

RF Specifications

 

GSM 850

EGSM 900

Frequency RX

869 to 894 MHz

925 to 960 MHz

Frequency TX

824 to 849 MHz

880 to 915 MHz

RF Power Stand

2W at 12.5% duty

2W at 12.5% duty

 

cycle

cycle

GSM 1800

1805 to 1800 MHz

1710 to 1785 MHz

1W at 12.5% duty cycle

GSM 1900

1930 to 1990 MHz

1850 to 1910 MHz

1W at 12.5% duty cycle

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Contents MultiModem Edge Technical Support Country By Email By Phone Revision History Date DescriptionTrademarks and Logos World HeadquartersContents Certifications Product Description SpecificationsFeatures Product DescriptionVehicle Safety SafetyGeneral Safety RF Interference IssuesPackage Contents Electrical Specifications General SpecificationsRF Specifications Interfaces Antenna SpecificationsRS232 15-Pin Connector Pinout AT Command Reference GuidesDesignation Insert the SIM Card into the Holder Activation InstallationActivate Your Wireless Account Phone Numbers for the Wireless ModemAntenna Connect the Antenna Serial Cable, and PowerPower Attach the Modem to a Flat Surface Optional Requirements Install the Modem DriverVerifying That Your Modem Has Been Installed Successfully IntroductionPhone Number for the Wireless Modem Using Your Wireless ModemExamples of Useful AT Commands Establishing a Voice Call Answering a Circuit-Switched Data CSD ConnectionRead a stored message Using Short Message Service SMSWrite a message to memory Send a message from storage. Type AT+CMSS=x press EnterSMS Examples Connecting to the GPRS/EDGE Network for Internet Access Internet AccessCreate Your Dial-Up Connection in Windows XP/2003 Disconnecting the ConnectionAT+CGDCONT=1,IP,ISP. AT&T Connecting to the Gprs Network for Internet AccessCreate Your Dial-Up Connection in Windows XP/2003 Solutions for no carrier message Troubleshooting Frequently Asked QuestionsTroubleshooting Examples Solutions for ‘no connection through serial link’ situationFrequently Asked Questions How do I send an SMS message to an email account? Repair Procedures for International Customers Appendix a Warranty and RepairsMulti-Tech Warranty Statement Repair Procedures for U.S. and Canadian CustomersReplacement Parts Repair Procedures for International DistributorsJuly Appendix C C-ROHS HT/TS Substance Concentration
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