Sierra Wireless MP 880W manual Introducing the MP Modem

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1: Introducing the MP Modem

•Accounts and coverage

•Connection methods

•Virtual serial port

•VPN support for RNAP

•Software

•Documentation

Note: Do not connect the MP modem to a USB port on a computer before installing the software. (See “Step 5—Install the software” on page 37.)

The Sierra Wireless MP modem provides a wireless network connection for portable computers in vehicles or offices.

If the MP modem is installed in a vehicle, it typically is mounted in the trunk and connected to a notebook computer in the passenger compartment. A radio frequency (RF) antenna mounted on the roof of the vehicle enables the MP modem to communicate through a wireless network to a host computer.

A built‐in Global Positioning System (GPS) module provides location and heading data that can also be remotely monitored.

The MP modem has a rugged design that allows it to withstand the vibration, shock, humidity, and extremes of temperature experienced in the normal operation of police, emergency, utility, and field service vehicles.

You can use the network connection provided by the MP modem to access shared data, browse the Internet, and send and receive e‐mail and text messages. The MP modem also allows for sensors, gauges, and alarms (such as panic buttons) to be installed in vehicles and remotely monitored from a central location.


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Contents User Guide Page Contents MP Modem Operation Configuring the Router Functions Support and Warranty Regulatory Information MP880W Modem User Guide 2130795 Important Notice Safety and Hazards Limitation Liability Qualcomm 3G Patents CopyrightTrademarks Contact Information Support@sierrawireless.comRevision History Directing users to the MP 3G Modems AT Command ReferenceIntroducing the MP Modem Accounts and coverage Network connectionsVirtual serial port Connection methodsSupported GSM radio frequencies Software VPN support for RnapMP Modem Manager DocumentationMP880W Modem User Guide Getting Started Where do you want to install your MP modem? Plan your MP modem installationWhat type of connections do you plan to use? Getting Started Required equipment Package contentsAdditional required equipment System requirements MP modem accessoriesMP880W Modem User Guide 2130795 Installation overview Hardware and Software InstallationMP modem housing Overview of installation steps Connector panelGPS and I/O options Mount the MP modem Install the MP modemSelect a location for the MP modem Mounting the MP modemGround the MP modem Main RF antenna Mount the antennas and install the cablesAP antenna MP 595880W only GPS antennaAntenna locations Install the antennas and cables Install the power harnessPower connector Molex pinouts Power connectorVehicle installation Ignition sense on/off wiringIgnition sense options Power connections Ground the power harnessCorrect wire splicing Crimp terminalsConnect the MP modem to computer cable Office installationInstall the USB, Ethernet or serial cable Serial connector DB9 pinoutsConfigure your account Install the softwarePort connections 10 Placing a SIM card into the sled Insert the SIM CardCreate a profile Set up connection profiles· User Name Test the system MP880W Modem User Guide 2130795 Turning the MP modem on and off MP Modem OperationLED operation Status indicators3G Watcher software Reset the MP modem3G Watcher Help Connection to MP Physical Interface Launching 3G WatcherChanging the Physical Interface 3G Watcher window Establishing connectionsYou now have DUN connection Auto-Connect for DUNNAT mode Configuring the Router FunctionsNAT mode Non-NAT modeMode MP modem networking basics in NATEnable the router Static IP and TCP/UDP port forwarding in NAT modeSet up static IP addresses File and resource sharing over LANSet up TCP/UDP port forwarding MP880W Modem User Guide 2130795 Overview Configuring the Wireless Access PointChange the password optional Unlock MP modem configurationSet the Ssid Enable the wireless access pointConfigure the security settings Configure security on the client computers Reset the MP modem to factory defaultsMP880W Modem User Guide 2130795 GPS configuration and reporting Configuring the MP Modem to Report GPS and I/O DataGPS display in 3G Watcher GPS protocols and commandsGPS Taip quick reference Device installation and configurationPort specifications Connector pinoutsDigital input devices Example panic button connections A button wired to Pin 4 digital input and Pin 10 GroundAnalog input devices Digital output devicesExample analog sensor connections Configuration using AT or 3G Watcher commandsExample Analog input setupDigital I/O setup MP880W Modem User Guide 2130795 Report frequency timers Configure the MP modem toSending Data to Your Network Application Route data to a serverTmsumregind Sending Data to Your Network Application IP Addressing Monitoring and Tracking configurationProblem created by Network Address Translation Retrieve the Unique Mobile Device ID Solutions to the NAT problemWarranty Support and WarrantyTechnical support MP880W Modem User Guide 2130795 Regulatory, radio frequency and electrical specifications Technical SpecificationsWeight and dimensions Environmental specificationsPort characteristics GPS specificationsHost interfaces Other interfacesWPA2 Wireless access point specificationsCanada Regulatory InformationFCC Caution Important NoteApproved antennas European UnionRegulatory Information MP880W Modem User Guide 2130795 Numerics IndexMTP Index Index Rev 1.1 Jul.08