
6.4 Activating a Cellular Modem
Follow these basic steps to activate the cellular capabilities of your DXM Controller.
1. Purchase a cellular modem kit from Banner Engineering Corp.
2. Activate a cellular plan to the SIM card, then insert the SIM card into the cellular modem.
3. Install the cellular modem, connect the antenna cable, and connect the cellular antenna.
4. Configure the DXM to use the cellular modem.
Table 23: Cellular modem kit models
Cellular Kit Model
Kit Description
SXI-LTE-001
Verizon LTE
cellular modem using Telit LE910 modem kit (Verizon part number SENSX002). Includes a cellular modem, SIM
card, antenna, and antenna cable. The SIM card is specific to the LTE technology and cannot be used in other cellular
modems. Requires a LTE Verizon cellular wireless plan attached to the ICCID (SIM card) number and IMEI (International
Mobile Equipment Identity) number.
Cellular plans can be purchased through
.
SXI-CATM1VZW-001
Verizon CAT M1
cellular modem using Telit ME910 modem kit (Verizon part number SXIM1V). Includes a cellular modem, SIM
card, and internal adhesive antenna. The SIM card is specific to the CATM1 technology and cannot be used in other cellular
modems. Requires a LTE Verizon cellular wireless plan attached to the ICCID (SIM card) number and IMEI (International
Mobile Equipment Identity) number.
Cellular plans can be purchased through
.
SXI-CATM1ATT-001
ATT CAT M1
cellular modem using Telit ME910 model kit. (ATT part number SXIM1A). Includes a cellular modem, SIM card.
and internal adhesive antenna. The SIM card is specific to the CATM1 technology and cannot be used in other cellular
modems. Requires a LTE AT&T cellular wireless plan attached to the ICCID (SIM card) number and IMEI (International Mobile
Equipment Identity) number.
Cellular plans can be purchased through
.
For additional information, refer to the Banner Cloud Data Services support center (
center includes video tutorials, product documentation, technical notes, and links to download configuration software.
Important:
Only the DXM100 and DXM150 models offer SMS/text messaging capabilities directly from the
device. SMS/text messaging can be delivered using the BannerCDS web service from any DXM model.
6.4.1 Install the Cellular Modem (DXM100, 150, 700, and 1000 Models)
Follow these steps to install the cellular modem and antenna cable.
Important:
•
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) sensitive device
•
ESD can damage the device. Damage from inappropriate handling is not covered by warranty.
•
Use proper handling procedures to prevent ESD damage. Proper handling procedures include
leaving devices in their anti-static packaging until ready for use; wearing anti-static wrist straps; and
assembling units on a grounded, static-dissipative surface.
Before you activate your cellular plan, verify you have one of the following cellular modem kits.
Table 24: Cellular modem kit models
Cellular Kit Model
Kit Description
SXI-LTE-001
Verizon LTE
cellular modem using Telit LE910 modem kit (Verizon part number SENSX002). Includes a cellular modem, SIM
card, antenna, and antenna cable. The SIM card is specific to the LTE technology and cannot be used in other cellular
modems. Requires a LTE Verizon cellular wireless plan attached to the ICCID (SIM card) number and IMEI (International
Mobile Equipment Identity) number.
Cellular plans can be purchased through
.
SXI-CATM1VZW-001
Verizon CAT M1
cellular modem using Telit ME910 modem kit (Verizon part number SXIM1V). Includes a cellular modem, SIM
card, and internal adhesive antenna. The SIM card is specific to the CATM1 technology and cannot be used in other cellular
modems. Requires a LTE Verizon cellular wireless plan attached to the ICCID (SIM card) number and IMEI (International
Mobile Equipment Identity) number.
Cellular plans can be purchased through
.
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