MP500/4N-8-16 Installation
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5.5.5.2
Installation of the GSM antenna on the MP500/16 control panel
For the MP500/16 control panel, as the container is in metal, it is necessary to replace the antenna provided with the optional GSM2
antenna for the metallic box (
E
-
Fastening point options in the MP500/16 control panel
).
Figure 40 - Insertion of the GSM2 antenna on MP500/16
When, due to the position of the MP500/16 control panel, the internal antenna provided with the package should not guarantee the
module adequate signal levels, use the optional GSM1 external antenna.
IMPORTANT!
It is advisable to tighten the antenna SMA connector found on the interface firmly, but without damaging it
(locking torque 0.9 Nm).
5.5.5.3
Important information about the SIM Card
The SIM Card must be purchased separately from a GSM mobile telephone provider.
In order to use the remaining credit signal via the MP500/16 system, it is advisable to use a Vodafone or TIM SIM Card: it may NOT
work correctly with other providers.
If the GSM channel is used to connect to a remote PC (remote management and programming) it is necessary to acquire a SIM Card
with
DATA/FAX in Voice
; this application was tested with a TIM SIM Card.
IMPORTANT!
To compensate for the issue of credit remaining and expiration, typical of prepaid SIM cars, it is advisable to
use a SIM Card with a subscription.
5.5.5.4
Setting up the SIM Card
IMPORTANT!
Before inserting the SIM Card in the GSM module, it must be activated with a mobile phone
.
In the case of the prepaid SIM Card:
Check that there is a sufficient margin of credit to ensure the functioning of the GSM module.
Take note of the expiration date when it must be recharged (generally 12 months from the date of the last recharge; in any ca se,
check the conditions of the provider's contract).
By setting the expiration date of the SIM Card in the control panel, it is possible to receive vocal messages and/or SMS warnings until
the expiration date (see the
Programming Manual
).
It is also possible to receive messages from the provider on one's personal telephone to inform when the credit goes below a specified
threshold, as well as other service messages (see the
Programming Manual
).