MAN_DZ7_001 Rev 1.1 Flightcell® DZMx Plus Installation Manual
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Effective Date: 28 Jun 2021
Configure which modems are used to transmit tracking data
By default, tracking messages are enabled for all modems. If more than one Iridium
device or more than one cell modem is installed, only one of each should be activated
for tracking.
If the internal Iridium 9523 modem is used for Iridium PTT, then the other Iridium
modem (9523 or 9603) or external Iridium device should be configured for tracking.
Configure Iridium or cellular voice calling capability
By default, voice calling is enabled for all modems, except for the Iridium 9603 modem,
which is used for SBD messaging only, and the 450 MHz cellular modem, which is for
data only.
Configure Iridium SBD Transmission
If your Iridium modem has been provisioned to send SBD messages to your chosen
tracking provider, then ensure SBD transmission is enabled for your Iridium device.
If you do not wish your device to send SBD messages, then disable SBD
transmission.
Configure the Iridium Service Centre
Most Iridium accounts use the standard Iridium Service Centre for handling Short
Message Network (SMS) messages. However, some Iridium Service Providers use
different Secure Server Networks (SSNs) e.g. Telstra and Pivotel in Australia.
If (No SMS) is displayed next to the Iridium modem's status message on the DZMx
Plus display, the service centre number is incorrectly set. The service centre number
can be selected:
»
Use DZMx Connect. Go to Settings > Modem. Select Modem settings 1 and
insert the Call Forward Number and toggle Call Forwarding Enable on.
Select
DONE
.
»
Use the DZMx Plus control head. Go to MENU > Hardware Config > Modem
Config > Iridium Modem 1 > Service Centre Number > and select the correct
option.
Configure the cellular APN
It is necessary to set the Access Point Name (APN) for the cellular modems to allow
the modem to use cellular data services. You will need to determine the APN for your
cellular provider. This is often but not always
“
Internet
”
.
Enable or disable data
Use this setting to enable or disable data services for the selected modem.
Data Roaming
If a cell modem is operated outside its home country, it is usually necessary to activate
data roaming to allow use of local cellular services.