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Contents

Rev 1.4  Apr.08

 

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3G Watcher software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  39

3G Watcher Help   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  39

Launching 3G Watcher   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  40

3G Watcher window  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  40

Establishing connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  40

Configuring the Router Functions   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Non-NAT mode  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  42

NAT mode  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  42

MP modem networking basics in NAT mode   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  43

Enable the router   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  44

File and resource sharing over LAN   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  44

Static IP and TCP/UDP port forwarding in NAT mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  44

Set up static IP addresses   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  44

Set up TCP/UDP port forwarding   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  45

Configuring the Wireless Access Point  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  47

Unlock MP modem configuration  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  48

Change the password (optional)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  48

Enable the wireless access point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  49

Set the SSID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  49

Configure the security settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  50

Configure security on the client computers  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  51

Reset the MP modem to factory defaults  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  51

Configuring the MP Modem to Report GPS and I/O Data   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

GPS configuration and reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  53

GPS protocols and commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  54

GPS display in 3G Watcher  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  54

GPS TAIP quick reference   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  55

Summary of Contents for MP 881W

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Page 3: ...rm of radio interference In such areas the Sierra Wireless modem MUST BE POWERED OFF The Sierra Wireless modem can transmit signals that could interfere with this equipment Do not operate the Sierra W...

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Page 5: ...lication notes firmware upgrades trouble shooting tips and press releases www sierrawireless com Revision History Sales Desk Phone 1 604 232 1488 Hours 8 00 AM to 5 00 PM Pacific Time E mail sales sie...

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Page 7: ...tation 11 Getting Started 13 Plan your MP modem installation 14 Where do you want to install your MP modem 14 What type of connection s do you plan to use 14 Required equipment 16 Package contents 16...

Page 8: ...inouts 26 Vehicle installation 26 Ignition sense on off wiring 26 Ignition sense options 27 Ground the power harness 28 Power connections 28 Correct wire splicing 28 Crimp terminals 28 Office installa...

Page 9: ...NAT mode 44 Set up static IP addresses 44 Set up TCP UDP port forwarding 45 Configuring the Wireless Access Point 47 Overview 47 Unlock MP modem configuration 48 Change the password optional 48 Enabl...

Page 10: ...ending Data to Your Network Application 63 Configure the MP modem to route data to a server 63 Report frequency timers 63 Monitoring and Tracking configuration 66 IP Addressing 66 The problem created...

Page 11: ...Contents Rev 1 4 Apr 08 5 I O port characteristics 73 3G Watcher software 74 Wireless access point specifications 74 Regulatory Information 75 Canada 75 U S A 75 European Union 76...

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Page 13: ...cy RF antenna mounted on the roof of the vehicle enables the MP modem to communicate through a wireless network to a host computer A built in Global Positioning System GPS module provides location and...

Page 14: ...es called a smart card or smart chip for each account The SIM card provides the MP modem s identity on the network It contains account information and must be inserted in the MP modem for the MP modem...

Page 15: ...port the MP modem behaves like a dial up modem The MP modem also supports connections via IEEE802 11b g MP 881W only See Chapter 6 for more details Virtual serial port The MP modem supports four virtu...

Page 16: ...the MP modem You can enable this option using 3G Watcher software or AT commands See the 3G Watcher online help and the MP 3G Modems AT Command Reference manual document 2130810 for details Software T...

Page 17: ...s software complete and submit the form at https www sierrawireless com product mp_modem_mgr_request aspx Documentation This User Guide describes how to Install the MP modem hardware Connect the radio...

Page 18: ...al document 2130810 describes the available AT command set The MP Modem Manager User Guide document 2130554 provides information on how to install configure and use the MP Modem Manager software to ma...

Page 19: ...nstallation steps Plan the installation Location Connection type Routing Ensure required equipment is available Ensure the clients have the necessary system requirements Install the hardware MP modem...

Page 20: ...depending on the ignition switch wiring the MP modem can be turned on when the engine is started when the ignition is in accessory mode or independently of the ignition If you are installing the MP mo...

Page 21: ...tion MP modem pro active initiation MP modem pro active initiation Interface hierarchyb Lowest priority Overrides serial Overrides USB and serial Overrides USB and serial Overrides Ethernet in non NAT...

Page 22: ...nd and a Type B male connector at the MP modem end The Ethernet cable should have RJ 45 connectors The MP modem s performance is affected by the type of Ethernet card in the computer and the type of c...

Page 23: ...the instal lation and running of 3G Watcher software Note Do not connect the MP modem to a USB port on a computer before installing the software Operating systems Windows Vista Windows XP Home or Prof...

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Page 25: ...in a vehicle typically the trunk and connected to a laptop computer mounted on the dashboard as shown in the following illustration or in an office Note The MP modem is designed for negative ground ve...

Page 26: ...rt See I O port connections on page 31 Overview of installation steps Note Electrical installations are potentially dangerous and should be performed by personnel thoroughly trained in safe electrical...

Page 27: ...nditions beyond the ranges listed in the environ mental specifications on page 72 Avoid excessive heat from the engine compartment heaters or the exhaust system and extreme cold from direct contact wi...

Page 28: ...e a good quality ground for each piece of electrical equipment In most cases ground the MP modem by connecting the black ground wire of the power harness to either the vehicle chassis or to the negati...

Page 29: ...dedicated GPS antenna or a combination antenna with cables to both the Main RF and GPS antenna connectors on the MP modem If you already have an MP modem combination GPS antenna you can re use it wit...

Page 30: ...81W only The AP antenna must be installed by an RF professional The AP antenna connects to the MP modem using a reverse polarity male SMA connector Note The WiFi antennas approved for use with this de...

Page 31: ...PS antenna connector on the rear of the MP modem 5 If you are using WAP connect the AP antenna cable to the AP antenna connector on the rear of the MP modem MP 881W881W only Figure 3 5 The MP modem s...

Page 32: ...d ignition sense white wires in the power harness include 5 A fuses The black ground wire is not fused See Ground the power harness on page 28 Replacement power harnesses are available from Sierra Wir...

Page 33: ...modem powers on When the ignition sense line is pulled low less than 2 V the MP modem performs a controlled shutdown sequence under software control de registering and saving any relevant operational...

Page 34: ...er harness properly may damage the MP modem may cause radio interference and can be dangerous See Ground the MP modem on page 22 The ground wire in the MP modem power harness is not fused Power connec...

Page 35: ...he maximum of the USB cable is 5 5 m 18 feet These cables are readily available from many suppliers An Ethernet cable with RJ 45 connectors The type of cable you use affects the performance of the MP...

Page 36: ...ugh the vehicle and attach it to the USB Ethernet or serial connector on the MP modem Note Do not connect the cables to the computer until you have installed the software If you have an MP 881W and ar...

Page 37: ...ur CD ROM drive 4 From the CD start up menu select installation and documentation and then MP 3G Watcher installation to launch the Installation Wizard 5 Use the Next and Back buttons to navigate thro...

Page 38: ...uses a SIM card sled To insert a SIM card into the MP modem 1 Open the rubber cover 2 Use a pen or stylus to press the yellow eject button inside the slot 3 Pull the sled out of the slot 4 Place the S...

Page 39: ...connections or if you have multiple SIMs The MP modem allows you to create up to three profiles Create a profile Note If the version of firmware on your MP modem is not current with your version of 3...

Page 40: ...he drop down list select which application if any you want 3G Watcher to automatically launch when a connection is established with this profile None No application is autolaunched Browser 3G Watcher...

Page 41: ...or the autoconnect feature It is also used to establish a connection if you click the Connect button without selecting a profile 9 Click OK For additional information on setting up your 3G Watcher opt...

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Page 43: ...f in one of these ways Engine on The MP modem is powered only when the ignition is on The MP modem is only on when the engine is on or Accessory on The MP modem is powered when the ignition is switche...

Page 44: ...able 4 1 LED operation LED Behavior Indicates Power Off MP modem is not powered Rapid flashing MP modem is powered and has not acquired network service Slow flashing about 1 5 seconds between flashes...

Page 45: ...ation about installing 3G Watcher see Step 5 Install the software on page 31 3G Watcher allows you to Note Depending on the operating mode it may not be necessary to run 3G Watcher to use the MP modem...

Page 46: ...monitor your MP modem and your connection to the network Establishing connections The connection drop down list on the main 3G Watcher window provides a connection option s depending on your profile s...

Page 47: ...to use the MP modem to communicate with up to 10 devices on an Ethernet network and up to 10 additional devices on a wireless access point network The following table summarizes the MP modem s non NAT...

Page 48: ...can connect up to 10 devices to the MP modem using Ethernet connections and up to 10 additional devices using WAP In this mode the IP addresses assigned by the MP modem to the client devices are priv...

Page 49: ...e network IP addresses to devices connected to it The IP addresses assigned are in the range 192 168 1 10 to 192 168 1 19 for Ethernet and 192 168 2 10 to 192 168 2 19 for WAP WAP network MP modem 192...

Page 50: ...detail Set up static IP addresses Static IP addresses are used to assign a predefined IP address to a specific client on the local network The client is identified by its MAC address When Static IP i...

Page 51: ...ific devices This is required when running a server application on the local network When port forwarding is set up the MP modem routes specific UDP or TCP packets from the Internet to a specified por...

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Page 53: ...teps for configuring the MP modem wireless access point are Enable wireless access point Optional Change the password Set the SSID Set the security settings Enable NAT if applicable See Chapter 5 for...

Page 54: ...he wireless access point parameters you may need to reopen the configuration lock to continue setting the parameters Change the password optional You can change the factory default password but you sh...

Page 55: ...twork that appears in the list of computer network settings The default SSID is in the format MPxxxW FSN where xxx is the model number and FSN is the factory serial number For example MP 881W B4529270...

Page 56: ...ion 1 Unlock the MP modem configuration In Watcher select Tools Options Wireless Access Point Password Current and enter the current password The default password is MP3G 2 Select Tools Options MP Wir...

Page 57: ...FGDUMP AT MPCFGDUMP 1 and AT MPCFGDUMP 2 commands to generate a list of current settings To reset the MP modem to its factory default settings using AT commands 1 Enter the AT MPNVDEF command To reset...

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Page 59: ...w to implement local reporting of GPS and I O data Chapter 8 describes how to configure your MP modem to exchange data with your private network GPS configuration and reporting GPS receivers use an ar...

Page 60: ...ocol only while TAIP provides the ability to send commands to the module to query for infor mation and configure reports When the MP modem is set for TAIP commands can be sent to the MP modem in these...

Page 61: ...y monitor panic buttons or alarms This section describes how to connect and configure these I O devices to work with the MP modem Connecting these devices requires that you make a customized I O cable...

Page 62: ...teristics on page 73 for the technical specifications of the I O ports including input voltages Digital input devices Digital input devices are those that have only two states and send a signal to the...

Page 63: ...re 7 2 A button wired to Pin 4 digital input and Pin 10 Ground The pins report a logic high on an input of 3 45 VDC An internal pull up resistor provides a high condition when the switch is open The d...

Page 64: ...ut lines you must configure them as inputs or outputs Typically a digital output device should be connected between Ground pin 10 and the output port Pin 3 or 11 Figure 7 3 Wiring for using Pin 3 digi...

Page 65: ...sensor connections An I O cable for an analog sensor requires a wire to one of the analog input pins such as 7 and one wire to the Ground pin 10 I O configuration using AT or 3G Watcher commands Once...

Page 66: ...of zero Full scale Enter the maximum value for the units you are reporting used to convert the raw value of 1023 Current value Shows the resulting converted value using the zero and full scales enter...

Page 67: ...a logic low you could choose to label it Switched Off Logic high name Describe the state of the device at logic level high up to 20 characters in length such as Switched On Alarm logic level Assign an...

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Page 69: ...otocol that defines how MP modem data is packaged is called MTP Monitoring and Tracking Protocol You can configure MTP in 3G Watcher by selecting Tools Options MP Monitor and Tracking or by using the...

Page 70: ...triggered If the GPS timer is set to a value other than 0 it controls the frequency of reports in the absence of any alarm or event triggers However if the GPS timer is set to a longer interval than t...

Page 71: ...lled You can issue TAIP commands to the module locally through 3G Watcher using the AT command AT MPGPSCMD They can also be sent remotely using MP Modem Manager See MP Modem Manager on page 11 Reporti...

Page 72: ...send data to the MP modem a host application on a network server requires the IP address of the MP modem Service providers usually do not provide a static IP address to each device on the network The...

Page 73: ...ernet This public IP address might be used on data transmissions from many different devices Therefore the network server is only aware of the substituted public IP address If the server replies to th...

Page 74: ...ork The frame relay connection bypasses the address translation and is a method of overcoming NAT issues encouraged by some service providers Retrieve the Unique Mobile Device ID In order to associate...

Page 75: ...sponsibility of Sierra Wireless Inc under this warranty is limited to either repair or at the option of Sierra Wireless Inc replacement of the MP modem There are no expressed or implied warranties inc...

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Page 77: ...k Voltage range 9 36 VDC Reversepolarity protection Compliant Current draw Idle Ignition sense off 2 mAa Receive 235 mA Max transmit 1 0 Amp peak at 32 dBm GSM 850 Max transmit 400 mA average GSM GPRS...

Page 78: ...0F Section 516 5 SAE J1455 Section 4 10 3 1 Shock MIL 202G Section 213B MIL 810F Section 516 5 SAE J1455 Sections 4 10 3 2 and 4 10 3 4 Vibration MIL 202G Section 214 MIL 810F Section 514 5 SAE J1455...

Page 79: ...button Power One Molex 39 01 0029 female AP antenna One SMA female Satellite channels 12 channel continuous tracking Protocols TSIP TAIP NMEA 0183 V3 0 Acquisition times Re acquisition 2 sec Hot star...

Page 80: ...ems Microsoft Windows Vista 2000 and XP Languages User interface English French German Spanish Italian Japanese and Simplified Chinese Online help English and French Standards IEEE 802 11b IEEE 802 11...

Page 81: ...alth Canada regulations limiting both maximum RF output power and human exposure to RF radiation For the MP 881W modem the maximum gain for the AP antenna must not exceed 3 dBi and the AP antenna must...

Page 82: ...dio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Euro...

Page 83: ...B browser launch automatically on high speed connec tion 34 C configuration unlock 48 connectors 20 current 71 current settings backup 51 D DB15HD connector 20 DB9 pinouts 30 See also serial DB9 conn...

Page 84: ...s 26 28 power on options 37 power supply 16 power wiring 25 private IP address 67 profiles creating 33 prompt for password 33 public IP address 67 R receive diversity 9 regulatory information 75 repor...

Page 85: ...voltage 56 voltage range 71 voltage specifications serial cable 30 VPN support 10 VPN launch on high speed connection 34 W WAP enable 48 overview 47 specifications 74 warranty 69 Watcher 39 40 weight...

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