MultiConnect
®
microCell Cellular Modem
MultiTech Systems
MultiConnect
®
microCell Cellular Modem
MultiTech Systems
MultiConnect
®
microCell Cellular Modem
MultiTech Systems
Quick Start
Quick Start
Quick Start
Overview
The MultiConnect microCell (MTCM/MTCM2) is a compact
communications device that provides network capabilities for fixed and
mobile applications.
Package Contents
Your package includes the following (varies with model):
Device
1- MultiConnect microCell modem
Antennas
2 - External antennas
Cable
1 - 1.5 USB extension cable (
MTCM2-L6G1 only
)
Documents
1 - Quick Start, 1 - Warranty information
Documentation
To download documentation, go to
https://www.multitech.com/brands/multiconnect-microcell, select your
model and click
Manuals
for device specific documentation.
Document
Description
MultiConnect microCell
User Guide
Hardware, regulatory, and getting started
information.
MultiConnect microCell
Quick Start
This document. Steps for getting started.
Check online for an update version.
AT Commands Reference
Manual
Lists AT Commands and parameters
used to communicate with your device.
Side Panels
Connectors
The device has the following connectors:
■
USB
1 USB connector,
■
SMA
2 female SMA connectors, labeled CELL and AUX
■
SIM
1 micro-SIM slot, between the SMA connectors
LEDs
Note:
■
For additional LED information, refer to the User Guide for your
model.
■
Slow is 1 second, on 1 second off.
■
Fast is 200 milliseconds, on 200 milliseconds off.
LED
Status
Description
Power
On
Device has power
Off
Device does not have power
Link Status
(LS)
On
Radio is not registered
Flash Slow
Registered
Off
Radio is turned off, in PSM mode, receiving
a firmware update, or SIM is not inserted.
LTE
On
LTE
Flash Fast
L4G1 only
3G
Flash Slow
L4G1 only
2G
Off
SIM not inserted or radio technology
unknown
SIM
On
Ready
Flash Slow
Other
Off
SIM not inserted
LED
Status
Description
Signal
Strength
On
Good
Flash Fast
Fair
Flash Slow
Poor
Off
Too low for communication or SIM not
inserted.
Antennas
Finger-tighten both antennas and then angle them away from each other
for antenna diversity. See user guide for more details.
Installing a SIM Card
To operate the device, you need a micro SIM card (3FF) from your
network provider.
To install the SIM card:
1.
Locate the SIM card slot on the device. It is labeled SIM.
2.
Push the SIM card into the slot with the contact side facing up as
shown. The SIM card locks into place.