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Maximus Reference Manual
MANU-MAXIMUS-02
Revision-02
Connections
Chapter 2: Installation
GSM Module
SIM Card Installation
If your Maximus is equipped with a GSM (Cellular) Module, install the SIM card (customer-
supplied) into the module as shown in
Figure 2-14
Installing a SIM Card in a GSM Module
GSM Long Cable Antenna
The optional GSM/GPRS module comes with two antenna. One ships connected to the
module and mounted to the outside of the Maximus outer case. A second antenna, equipped
with a 5-meter cable (Part Number 17-7003-00), provides flexibility for locations with poor
GSM signal reception.
shows how to connect/install the 5-meter antenna. Use the following procedure
to install the 5-meter antenna:
1.
Disconnect the factory installed antenna from the GSM/GPRS module.
2.
Route the 5-meter antenna into the Maximus terminal and connect it to the
GSM/GPRS module as shown in
3.
Run the GSM Signal strength function in the Test Mode as described in
(for a standard Maximus) or GSM Signal Strength
(for a Color Maximus).
4.
Move the antenna to the strongest signal strength and secure it by removing the
protective paper on adhesive back on the antenna then attaching the antenna
to a wall or other stationary structure.
5.
Exit the
GSM Signal Strength
function from
Test Mode
.
