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Mobile Plans
As with any mobile device, in order to use the integrated modem you will need a
SIM card
(subscriber identity module),
supplied by a mobile carrier. The SIM needs to be associated with an "appropriate" mobile plan.
There are currently hundreds of different mobile plans on offer by carriers around the world. It is important to select one
that is compatible with the
DT80
features that you intend to use.
In certain regions, your
DT80
may be supplied with a SIM from a recommended mobile carrier along with an offer to sign
up for a plan which will allow you to take full advantage of the
DT80
's features. Using this recommended plan also
means that the logger can automatically set all required settings, without requiring any manual configuration.
In the event that a recommended carrier/plan is not available, this subsection will discuss the features that you need to
look for in a mobile plan, and the information that you need to obtain from the carrier.
The Basics
Mobile Networks
Mobile networks have evolved significantly over the past few decades. Networks are often characterised by
"generations" – 2
nd
generation (2G), 3
rd
generation (3G), plus intermediate enhanced versions of each (sometimes
referred to as 2.5G and 3.5G). The
DT80
supports all of the network types listed below:
•
GSM
(Global System for Mobile Communication) provides basic voice and SMS facilities (2G)
•
GPRS
(General Packet Radio System) and EDGE (Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution) build on GSM to
provide basic mobile internet access (2.5G)
•
UMTS
(Universal Mobile Telecommunications System) refers to a family of 3G networks, of which WCDMA
(Wideband Code Division Multiple Access) is the most common. Mobile Internet access is a core feature of
these networks.
Not available on DT8xM2 models.
•
HSDPA
/
HSUPA
(High Speed Downlink/Uplink Packet Access) builds on WCDMA to provide higher speeds,
and may therefore be referred to as 3.5G.
Not available on DT8xM2 models.
In general, the earlier networks offer slower speeds and fewer features, but may have wider coverage. Note also that
although 2G and 3G are physically separate networks, a 3G capable device will invariably also support 2G operation,
and will automatically revert to a 2G connection if a 3G network is not available. The
DT80
is no exception here.
Plan Type
Mobile plans are available for connection to 2G only, or 2G+3G networks. Normally a 2G+3G plan would be
recommended, although a 2G only plan may be adequate if you wish to use the integrated modem for SMS only, or if
you know that the modem will be located in an area with no 3G coverage.
Home Networks and Roaming
The SIM card contains a list of one or more
home networks
, which are generally the networks operated by the carrier
that issued the SIM. The carrier may also have a
roaming
agreement with another carrier, which means that the second
carrier will allow the
DT80
to connect to its network if the home network is not available. Usage will still be billed through
the home carrier.
Roaming can occur within a country, or internationally ("global roaming"). Within a country, a small carrier will typically
have a roaming agreement with a larger carrier, so that they can provide wider coverage.
The
DT80
will always try to connect to a home network, if available. If, however, you are outside the coverage area of
your home network, or the network's signal strength is inadequate, then it may roam to an alternative network.
Note:
Data charges while roaming can be significantly higher than they would be on the home network. You should always ensure that
home network coverage is available at the
DT80'
s installation location.
SMS
If you want the
DT80
to be able to send SMS alarm messages then the plan must allow SMS. The plan may include
some number of included SMS (e.g. 100 per month) after which there may be additional charges. You should carefully
consider how many SMS messages the
DT80
is likely to generate each month.
PIN Locking and Activation
A new SIM card may need to be
activated
. This typically involves contacting the mobile carrier; instructions should be
provided with the SIM for doing this.
The SIM card supplied by the mobile carrier may also have a PIN (personal identity number) set; if so then you need to
ensure you know what it is! The
DT80
will prompt for the SIM PIN the first time you insert it.
Internet Access
In order to perform any TCP/IP based communications (FTP, email, web, command interface, Modbus, etc.) the mobile
plan must support
data connections
. Each plan will generally provide some amount of included data traffic, e.g. 1GB
per month, after which there may be additional charges, which can be substantial. It is therefore important to carefully
consider the amount of data traffic that will be generated each month.
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