Chapter 5. Setting up a SMS Gateway

Modem Type

Modems

 

Nokia 6210, 7110, 8210 (tested).

 

Probably other Nokia phones

nokiaphone

too.

ericsson

Ericsson

GSM modem 2

This new driver is replacing the old GSM Modem driver from Kannel. It allows a GSM Modem or Phone to be connected to Kannel and work as a virtual SMSC

group = smsc smsc = at2 modemtype = auto device = /dev/ttyS0 speed = 9600

pin = 2345

Variable

Value

Description

 

 

Modems from different

 

 

manufacturers have slightly

 

 

different behaviour. We need to

 

 

know what type of modem is

 

 

used. Use "auto" or omit

 

 

parameter to have kannel detect

 

 

the modem type automatically.

 

 

(some types should not be

 

 

autodetected like the Nokia

modemtype

string

Premicell).

 

 

The device the modem is

device (m)

device-name

connected to, like /dev/ttyS0.

 

 

The speed in bits per second.

 

 

Default value 0 means to try to

 

 

use speed from modem

 

 

definition, or if it fails, try to

speed

serial speed in bps

autodetect.

 

 

This is the PIN number of the

 

 

SIM card in the GSM modem.

 

 

You can specify this option if

 

 

your SIM has never been used

 

 

before and needs to have the PIN

 

 

number entered. The PIN is

pin

string

usually a four digit number.

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Nokia WAP and SMS gateway Nokia 6210, 7110, 8210 tested, Probably other Nokia phones, Too, Ericsson, Premicell, Autodetect
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WAP and SMS gateway specifications

Nokia has long been a pivotal player in the telecommunications industry, and its contributions to mobile communication technology are numerous. Among these contributions, the Nokia WAP and SMS Gateway stand out as essential elements in enabling mobile internet access and messaging services in the early days of wireless communication.

The Nokia WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) gateway was introduced to facilitate mobile access to the internet and to allow users to interact with web services through their mobile devices. Built on a client-server architecture, the WAP gateway acted as a bridge between the mobile network and the internet, translating traditional web content into a format that mobile devices could effectively render. This conversion was crucial, given the limitations of early mobile devices regarding screen size, processing power, and network bandwidth.

One of the main features of the Nokia WAP gateway was its ability to provide users with real-time access to information such as weather updates, news, and stock prices. By using a lightweight markup language called WML (Wireless Markup Language), the gateway allowed developers to create mobile-friendly websites that could be accessed via WAP-enabled devices. This marked a significant step toward the mobile internet we know today, creating a new realm of possibilities for developers and users alike.

Another critical aspect of Nokia's offering was the SMS (Short Message Service) gateway. The SMS gateway provided a robust platform for sending and receiving text messages across various mobile networks. It enabled seamless communication between devices, regardless of the underlying technology. This feature made SMS a popular choice for both personal communication and business applications, such as marketing campaigns and customer service notifications.

The Nokia SMS gateway utilized established protocols, such as SMPP (Short Message Peer-to-Peer), to ensure reliable message delivery and efficient interaction between SMS applications and mobile networks. Its characteristics included scalability, allowing service providers to handle large volumes of messages, and flexibility to integrate with existing applications and systems.

In summary, the Nokia WAP and SMS gateway played a vital role in the evolution of mobile communication. With features that enabled mobile internet access and streamlined messaging capabilities, these technologies laid the groundwork for the mobile-centric world we live in today. Their legacy continues to influence mobile application development and the broader telecommunications landscape. As the industry progresses, the innovations introduced by Nokia serve as a reminder of the foundational technologies that paved the way for modern mobile experiences.
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