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With ALEOS as its “brain”, the Raven XE is a highly configu‐ rable device.

To configure your Raven XE, you have two options. You can use the configuration and management applications of the AceWare suite or you can use a terminal emulator application such as HyperTerminal, PuTTY, or many others.

ACEmanager

To get a more expanded view of the other ACEmanager features, refer to the ACEmanager Guide.

A full listing of all the configuration commands for you modem are in Chapter 6.

Using a Terminal Application with AT Commands

You can access and configure your Raven XE using a terminal application such as Microsoft HyperTerminal, PuTTY, or similar. The following directions are for HyperTerminal which is part of a standard installation of Windows XP.

1.Choose a name and icon for your connection.

a.Choose a name for your connection, such as Raven XE or Sierra Wireless AirLink Solutions. The name and icon are only for your own reference so you can find the connection at a later date.

Tip: If you want to have a connection saved for both local and remote, it is recommended the connection name reflect the connection type, i.e. Raven XE local.

b.Select OK.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents User Guide Contents Contents Important Notice Safety and Hazards Limitation Liability Patents Copyright Trademarks Contact Information Revision HistoryIntroduction to the Raven XE AleosAleos ACEwareSimplified Deployment Monitor and ControlSteps of a connection Connecting to your cellular providerModem Doctor Dynamic vs. Static IP Addresses Communication Connection methodsIPSec NetworkingVirtual serial port Events Reporting ApplicationsSoftware Documentation Tools and Reference DocumentsSpecifications Dimensions LED IndicatorsStandards/Approvals Host InterfacesPower Reset Button Power Connector Power Connector not to scaleInstalling the SIM Activating Raven XE on your Cellular providerBefore you start Cellular Account RequiredTools Required Opening the CaseRemove the SIM from the card Finishing the SIM installation Insert the SIMConfiguring the APN Hardware Installation of the Raven Dust, etcConnecting to Power Digital 1/0 PortConnecting to a Computer or other Device EthernetIndicator Lights USBRssi LED Ranges RSSI/Signal LED Ranges of Rssi dBm Status Light PatternsMounting Optional Mounting BracketMounting bracket installation Hardware Installation of the Raven XE Rev 1.0 Oct.09 Connecting the Raven XE Using a Terminal Application with AT CommandsACEmanager Choose a name and icon for your connectionConnect To Connect ToConnected Type AT and press Enter. You should get a reply of OK or AT Command