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If you type any command, and see
PASSCODE?
Yes, it’s really locked.
Normally, if you know the passcode, type
KEY {passcode} or UNL ock {passcode}
Which will unlock the controller to accept commands, make config changes etc.
The controller will automatically re-lock after a period of inactivity.
Mixed-case keywords e.g. key PAssPhRaSe are CASE-SENSITIVE !
If you DON’T know the passcode ---
Only from the serial console – not via SMS
From the console – you have a backdoor for one-time access (not via SMS)
By using the prompt for a failed access
[Thu 09:49] PASSCODE?
- Is giving a hint to the one-time backdoor access code
Type SK3L hh:mm as shown in the prompt ( skeleton-key )
SK3L 09:49 will unlock the console for a few minutes allowing ‘emergency’ access
SMS users must know the PASSCODE for normal access.
TO SET A NEW PASSCODE
Only from the serial console – not via SMS
When you are in the command line / allowed access –
SET KEY {passcode}
Sets a new passcode – or if blank – will clear the existing passcode.
SET KEY {leave blank}
All users must know the new passcode to perform future actions.
POWER SAVING
Under battery operation, keep the unit connected to a trickle charger whenever not being used.
The controller is aware of ‘low’ operating voltage and ‘crash - stop’ voltage states (less than required
to keep the modem and/or battery viable
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).
If either voltage threshold is reached for more than ~30 seconds, a text notification will be sent to all
ADMIN CLI users.
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The battery powered units have an internal Sealed Lead-Acid (SLA) battery, which must be kept above 11
volts to retain the performance of the battery over its life.