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IndustrialPro
TM
BT-6800 Series
Wireless Modem
OVERVIEW
The IndustrialPro™ BT-6800 series modems are rugged 3G wireless
modems built to provide simple and reliable communication over the
HSDPA/HSUPA or EDGE cellular data network.
This guide covers initial activation and configuration of the following
models:
FEATURES
•
HSDPA/HSUPA with fallback to EDGE/GPRS
•
Diversity antenna
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Ethernet, Serial, and USB
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Reliable Always-on cellular link
•
Rugged industrial design
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Remote diagnostics, configuration and updates
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5-port Ethernet switch on BT-6821
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Power over Ethernet on BT-6801EB
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IPsec VPN multiple tunnel and 3DES|AES up to 256-bit encryption
LED INDICATORS
POWER
There are 4 methods to provide power to the modem:
1.
4-pin Molex connector - available on BT-6x00
2.
4-pin screw terminal - available on BT-6xx1/EB
3.
Side mounted 2.5mm barrel connectors - available on all models
4.
Power-over-Ethernet - available on BT-6x01EB
The modem requires a power source between 8 and 30 VDC to operate:
* An AC-DC power adaptor can be purchased as an accessory.
ANTENNA
An antenna with an SMA connector should be connected to the
modem. This antenna should meet the following specifications:
•
Dual-band 800 & 1900 MHz
•
Nominal 50 ohm impedance
•
Voltage Standing Wave Radio (VSWR) less than 2.5:1
*Antennas are sold separately.
DATA INTERFACES
Ethernet:
10/100 Mbps Auto-sensing Female RJ45 port
USB:
USB 2.0 Type B Female
Serial:
RS-232 9 pin DCE Female, with these default settings:
SETUP
1.
Setup a data account for the modem
Contact your cellular provider (carrier) and request a data account. The
carrier should provide you with a SIM card to insert into the modem,
along with the APN/username/password for data connectivity
2.
Insert the SIM card
1.
Locate the SIM slot on the right sie of the modem.
2.
Insert the card with its cut side facing forward and on the left.
3.
Using the tip of a pen, push it in until it clicks.
BT-6801
BT-6801EB
BT-6821
LED
State
Description
Power
ON
Power is applied to the router
Signal
ON
Excellent signal strength
FLASH
Flashes faster as signal is stronger
OFF
Very weak or no signal (less than -100dBm)
WAN
ON
Wireless link established, but no data activity
FLASH
Data transmitted/received on wireless network
RS232
ON
Link established with serial device but no data
activity
FLASH
Data transmitted/received with attached serial
device
GPS
ON
Position fix available
OFF
No position fix available
Ethernet
Link
ON
Link established with Ethernet device
Ethernet
Activity
FLASH
Data transmitted/received with attached
Ethernet device
LABEL
DESCRIPTION
GND
Ground
PWR+
Power 8 to 30 VDC (12 or 24 VDC nominal)
IN
Digital input
O3
Digital output
Speed:
115200 bps
Data bits:
8
Parity:
None
Stop Bits:
1
Flow Control:
Hardware
