AirLink LS300
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1. 89 3 mm 3 5 in Weight 190 g 6 7 oz a 92 3 mm gt 3 6 in Figure 4 1 AirLink LS300 Mechanical Specifications 34 4112895 5 Regulatory Information Rev 3 Jul 13 Federal Communications Commission Notice FCC United States Electronic devices including computers and wireless devices generate RF energy incidental to their intended function and are therefore subject to FCC rule and regulations This equipment has been tested to and found to be within the acceptable limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules This equipment generates radio frequency energy and is designed for use in accordance with the manufacturer s user manual However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in any particular installation If this equipment causes harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced ra2. Installation and Startup Note The appearance of the homepage varies depending on the type of network the device is connected to For more details and information on configuring the LS300 refer to the ALEOS Configuration User Guide Status WAN Cellular LAN VPN Security Services GPS Events Reporting Serial Applications vo Admin Last updated time 01 08 2013 07 51 23 Cancel AT Phone Number 15554482407 AT IP Address 74 198 205 176 AT Network State Network Ready AT Signal Strength RSSI 53 AT Cell Info Cellinfo TCH 4381 RSSI 53 LAC 65200 CelllD 2810066 AT Current Network Operator ROGERS 302720 AT Network Service Type HSPA AT ALEOS Software Version 4 3 2 007 AT Signal Quality ECIO 75 AT Channel 4381 WAN Cellular Bytes Sent 4278 WAN Cellular Bytes Revd 3489 AT Customer Device Name 15300_truck4 Figure 2 10 ACEmanager homepage LED Operation LED Colors The four front panel LEDs show the status of various items and can be used as a troubleshooting aid They are multi colored e Off No activity e Red Not functional e Yellow Limited functionality e Green Fully functional e Blinking Shows altered or reduced functionality Note When the LEDs are cycling yellow the reset button has been pushed and the device is restarting Power LED This monitors the input power or shows
3. Starting theLS300E eos Raa een ab ok K E ace ee eta ele ae eo 24 LED Operon ers ana ee ae Lori re 25 Configuring the AirLink LS300 27 Connection PONS 504424 vaccine idiote eee eee Fo a 27 Configuring with ACEmanager c cooxccosasosanprsato raza nnne 27 Configuring with AirVantage Management Service 28 Configuring with AT Commands ss 054440 il aides as 28 Rev 3 Jul 13 7 AirLink LS300 User Guide AirLink LS300 Specifications Te RER RTS RD EE 31 Regulatory Information 4 4eme et eed eee dde tas ait 35 Federal Communications Commission Notice FCC United States 35 Notice for Canadian Users 2 4444seue issues rr 35 NREXPOSUO Seren dou du Dent cut hoes 36 EUR ne a ER rc ca an ws 36 4112895 1 Introduction to the AirLink LS300 Rev 3 Apr 13 This chapter describes the Sierra Wireless AirLink LS300 and its various connectors It also introduces the ALEOS software and the AirVantage Management System AVMS which controls configures and monitors the AirLink LS300 Introduction The AirLink LS300 is a compact intelligent and fully featured communications platform that provides real time wireless capabilities for fixed and mobile applications such as Remote asset monitoring e Smart meters e AVL applications e Public Safety vehicle deployments e Point of sale terminals e Digital signs The AirLink LS300 has multiple communication ports including
4. body Warning This product is only to be installed by qualified personnel To comply with FCC IC regulations limiting both maximum RF output power and human exposure to RF radiation the maximum antenna gain must not exceed the specifications listed below for the device used FCC ID IC N7NSL8090 N7NSL5011 2417C SL8090 2417C SL5011 Antenna Gain Cellular Band 6 2 dBl 8 5 dBi PCS Band 3 8 dBi 4 15 dBi EU Sierra Wireless hereby declares the AirLink LS300 devices conform to all the essential requirements of Directive 1999 5 EC Products are marked with a CE and notified body number C 0682 The Declaration of Conformity made under Directive 1999 5 EC is available for viewing at the following location in the EU community Sierra Wireless UK Limited Suite 5 The Hub Fowler Avenue Farnborough Business Park Farnborough United Kingdom GU14 7JP 4112895 Regulatory Information WEEE Notice If you purchased your AirLink LS300 in Europe please return it to your dealer or supplier at the end of its life WEEE products may be recognized by their wheeled bin label on the product label Rev 3 Jul 13 37 AirLink LS300 User Guide 38 4112895 Index A ACEmanager configuring device with 27 Activity LED 26 AirVantage AVMS 14 ALEOS default user name and password 24 description of 12 Analog voltage input sensing 17 Antenna connection of 23 GPS installation 23 maximum
5. e Configure individual devices or use templates to perform batch configurations of your AirLink devices e Single click over the air firmware updates to all your devices e Compatible with all carriers or mobile network operators You can begin using AirVantage Management Service today To get started either call your AirLink reseller or visit http Awww sierrawireless com en productsandservices AirLink Device_Management aspx Configuring with AT Commands The device can be commanded and configured with AT commands They are listed in the ALEOS Configuration User Guide 4112895 Rev 3 Jul 13 Configuring the AirLink LS300 In ACEmanager mouse over a red AT to the left of a listing to see a popup showing the AT command for that item Signal Strength is shown below Signal Strength RSS Cell Info Figure 3 2 Mouse over for AT command e Most AT commands are prefaced with AT Exceptions are noted in the ALEOS Configuration User Guide e The acceptable format and parameters are listed with each command in the ALEOS Configuration User Guide e Ifyou enter a recognized AT command the device responds with OK If the command is wrong the device responds with ERROR or Unsupported 29 AirLink LS300 User Guide 30 4112895 4 AirLink LS300 Specifications HSPA Models e HSPA with fallback to HSPA UMTS EDGE GPRS e HSPA North America 800 850 1900 2100 MHz e HSPA Europe 900 and 2100
6. gain 10 receive and transmit port 10 safe mounting 19 AT commands 28 AVMS 14 Battery connection to 16 C Cables power and data connection of 23 Cloud computing with AVMS 14 Communication ACEmanager using 27 AirVantage 14 AT commands using 28 command line prompt using 25 connection 23 default password and user name 24 Ethernet connection and test 24 no signal present 26 TCP PAD 11 UDP PAD 11 virtual Ethernet port via USB 11 Configuring with ACEmanager 27 AirVantage 28 AT commands 28 Connecting to devices and power 23 D Default settings for device reset to 10 username and password 24 Rev 3 Jul 13 E Ethernet computer connection and log in 24 virtual Ethernet port 27 G GPS antenna installation 23 connected to device LED 25 Installation SIM card 19 IP address for device 24 obtaining with command line prompt 25 L LED cycling yellow 25 description of LED 25 LEDs 25 Measuring external voltages 17 Mounting general instructions 19 N Network LED 26 P Password and user name default 24 Pinging device with command line prompt 25 Power battery connection 16 connected to device 25 connector 11 connector measuring external voltages 17 LED 25 R Receiving signal LED 26 Reset 10 Reset device 25 RS 232 port 11 AirLink LS300 User Guide S Serial port 9 pin 11 virtual serial port 27 Signal LED 26 SIM ca
7. AirLink LS300 AR am SIERRA WIRELESS AirLink LS300 User Guide SR nun SIERRA WIRELESS Important Notice Safety and Hazards Limitation of Liability Rev 3 Jul 13 Preface Due to the nature of wireless communications transmission and reception of data can never be guaranteed Data may be delayed corrupted i e have errors or be totally lost Although significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices such as the Sierra Wireless modem are used in a normal manner with a well constructed network the Sierra Wireless modem should not be used in situations where failure to transmit or receive data could result in damage of any kind to the user or any other party including but not limited to personal injury death or loss of property Sierra Wireless accepts no responsibility for damages of any kind resulting from delays or errors in data transmitted or received using the Sierra Wireless modem or for failure of the Sierra Wireless modem to transmit or receive such data Do not operate the Sierra Wireless modem in areas where blasting is in progress where explosive atmospheres may be present near medical equipment near life support equipment or any equipment which may be susceptible to any form 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 The driver or operator of a
8. Location Information on page 19 Note The DIN rail bracket and clip in the kit Sierra Wireless provide is not intended for use on DIN rail that is mounted vertically 22 4112895 Rev 3 Apr 13 Installation and Startup Installing the GPS Antenna 1 Mount the antenna where it has a good view of the sky It should see at least 90 of the sky For example if you mounted the AirLink device in a vehicle you could mount the GPS antenna on the roof the dashboard or the rear panel as shown in Figure 2 8 on page 23 GPS von Cellular Antenna Le Antenna Figure 2 8 Mounting the antennas in a car or truck 2 Connect the antenna cable to the GPS Diversity antenna connector Connecting the LS300 Note If the antenna is located far away from the device keep the cables as short as possible to prevent the loss of antenna gain Route the cables so that they are protected from damage and will not be snagged or pulled on There should be no binding or sharp corners in the cable routing Excess cabling should be bundled and tied off Make sure that the cables are secured so that their weight will not loosen the connector from the device over time Connect the RF antenna to the antenna connector If used connect either a GPS antenna or a diversity RF antenna to the GPS Diversity antenna connector Attach a laptop to the device with the Ethernet cable If used attach a device or computer to the RS 232 port Connect
9. MHz e Data rates HSDPA Category 10 14 4 Mbps peak rate HSUPA Category 6 5 76 Mbps CDMA Models e EV DO Rev A with fallback to CDMA EV DO Rev 0 CDMA 1xRTT e Dual Band EV DO Rev A 800 1900 MHz GPS Technology e Protocols TAIP NMEA RAP e HSPA Acquisition time lt 3 sec hot start lt 45 sec cold start Accuracy lt 10 m Tracking sensitivity 155 dBm e CDMA 12 Channel continuous tracking Acquisition time 9 sec hot start 39 sec cold start Accuracy lt 3 m 50 lt 8 m 90 Tracking sensitivity 160 dBm Protocols e Network TCP IP UDP IP DNS e Routing NAT Host Port Routing DHCP PPPoE VLAN VRRP e Application SMS Telnet SSH SMTP SNMP SNTP e Serial TCP UDP PAD Mode Modbus ASCII RTU Variable PPP Events Reporting e Event Types Digital Input GPS AVL Network parameters Data usage Timer Power Device temperature e Report Action Types SMS Email SNMP Trap Relay output GPS RAP report Events protocol message to server Rev 2 Apr 13 31 AirLink LS300 User Guide 32 VPN Security e IPsec SSL and GRE VPN client e Upto 5 VPN tunnels e IKE encryption e Port forwarding and DMZ e Port filtering e Trusted IP e MAC address filtering Device Management e AirVantage Management Service cloud based device management appli cation e ACEManager device configuration utility ALEOS Application Framework e Lua language coding platfo
10. N Security Services GPS Events Reporting Serial Applications vo Admin Last updated time 01 08 2013 07 51 23 Apply Refresh Cancel CE sr onone sumer issue WANI Cellular AT IP Address 74 198 205 176 s AT Network State Network Ready AT Signal Strength RSSI 53 VPN AT Cell Info Cellinfo TCH 4381 RSSI 53 LAC 65200 CelllD 2810066 AT Current Network Operator ROGERS 302720 Security AT Network Service Type HSPA Services AT ALEOS Software Version 4 3 2 007 Ben AT Signal Quality ECIO 75 GPS AT Channel 4381 Serial WAN Cellular Bytes Sent 4278 WAN Cellular Bytes Revd 3489 Applications AT Customer Device Name 15300_truck4 About Figure 3 1 ACEmanager Home Page Configuring with AirVantage Management Service AirLink devices can be configured with the AirVantage Management Service AVMS from Sierra Wireless AVMS is a cloud based application available from your web browser that provides remote monitoring and configuration for any number of your AirLink ALEOS devices Unlike ACEManager AVMS allows the management of all your devices remotely from one user interface Some of its features include e Centralized remote monitoring for all of your AirLink devices e Continuous status monitoring of important health data such as signal strength e Location monitoring including world map views e Complete ALEOS reporting and configuration including historical views of ALEOS information
11. QUALCOMM This product is manufactured or sold by Sierra Wireless Inc or its affiliates under one or more patents licensed from InterDigital Group and MMP Portfolio Licensing 2013 Sierra Wireless All rights reserved Sierra Wireless AirPrime AirLink AirVantage and the Sierra Wireless logo are registered trademarks of Sierra Wireless Watcher is a registered trademark of Netgear Inc used under license Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Macintosh and Mac OS X are registered trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries QUALCOMM is a registered trademark of QUALCOMM Incorporated Used under license Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners International Contact Information AirLink Sales airlinksales sierrawireless com AirLink Support support sierrawireless com AirLink RMA Repairs repairs sierrawireless com AirLink Online Support www sierrawireless com Support SupportCenter Knowledgebase AirLink Software www sierrawireless com Support Downloads Downloads Corporate Web Site www sierrawireless com If you have purchased your product from an AirLink Distributor or Reseller please contact them for first line technical support 4112895 Preface Sierra Wireless Headquarters Contact Information Sales Phone 1 604 232 1488 Headquarters eS Hours 8 00 AM to 5 00 PM Pac
12. crews This provides protection from electrostatic discharges DIN Rail Mount If you are mounting the LS300 on a DIN rail order mounting bracket kit P N 6000558 DIN Rail Mounting Bracket for LS300 from Sierra Wireless The kit contains e L shaped DIN Rail Mounting Bracket Qty 1 e DIN Rail Clip 35 mm EN 50022 Qty 1 e Screw M3 Qty 4 21 AirLink LS300 User Guide Attach LS300 here Screw M4 Qty 4 Attach the DIN 7 rail clip here ed Figure 2 7 DIN Rail Mounting Bracket To attach the LS300 to a horizontally mounted DIN rail 1 2 Install the SIM card See Installing the SIM Card on page 19 Test the network connectivity It is important to first ensure network connectivity because once the device is attached to the L shaped DIN rail mounting bracket access to the SIM card is restricted a Connect the LS300 Power it up and ensure that you have network connectivity See Connecting the LS300 on page 23 and Connecting the LS300 on page 23 Place the LS300 on the DIN rail mounting bracket lining up the mounting holes on the underside of the device with the holes on the DIN rail mounting bracket Use the screws provided to attach the LS300 to the bracket Use the screws provided to attach the DIN rail clip to the bracket Attach the DIN rail clip to a horizontal DIN rail with the spring clip at the bottom taking into account the location information described in Mounting
13. device turned on and off when the engine is turned on and off Connect pin 3 to the ignition In ALEOS disable the Low Power Mode Default setting is disabled Option 2 If you power the device from the engine s battery and you do not want the device to drain it when the engine is turned off Connect pin 3 to the ignition In ALEOS enable the Low Power Mode and set a time delay When the ignition is turned off the device operates at full power for the pro gramed time delay When it expires the device switches to Low Power Mode consumes 35mA or less The device resumes normal operation when the ignition is turned on Option 3 If you want the device to switch into low power mode when the engine battery voltage drops below a certain value Connect pin 3 to pin 1 In ALEOS configure the Low Power Mode with a voltage level threshold The device operates normally until the battery voltage drops below the thresh old value triggering the Low Power Mode The device resumes normal opera tion when the battery voltage rises above the threshold value Option 4 If you use a separate battery other than the engine s for device power such as in an ambulance or other application that has a stand alone battery power system but it isn t connected to an ignition or an on off switch and you do not want the battery drained Connect pin 3 to pin 1 In ALEOS configure the Low Power Mode with a voltage level threshold The de
14. dio television technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference Warning Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Sierra Wireless could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Notice for Canadian Users This Class A digital apparatus complies with ICES 003 Antenna Considerations Although the antenna mode s used with these devices meet s the Industry Canada Radio Frequency requirements it is possible that future customers may swap them for different ones without the 35 AirLink LS300 User Guide 36 network provider s knowledge and approval Such customers must be made aware of and follow the radio frequency requirements applied in this technical approval e RSS 102 Radio Frequency Exposure Compliance for Radio Communication Apparatus All Frequency Bands e RSS 129 800 MHz Dual Mode CDMA Cellular Telephones e RSS 132e Cellular Telephones Employing New Technologies Operating in the Bands 824 849 MHz and 869 894 MHz RF Exposure In accordance with FCC IC requirements of human exposure to radio frequency fields the radiating element shall be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 20cm should be maintained from the antenna and the user s
15. e Simplifies deployment e Provides extensive monitoring control and management capabilities e Configures your device to meet your needs e Monitors and controls your AirLink device remotely and in real time e Is accessible through a web browser connected to the device See Starting the LS300 on page 24 for instructions on how to access ACEmanager Status WAN Cellular LAN VPN Security Services GPS Events Reporting Serial Applications vo Admin Last updated time 01 08 2013 07 51 23 Apply AT Phone Number 15554482407 AT IP Address 74 198 205 176 AT Network State Network Ready AT Signal Strength RSSI AT Cell Info 53 Cellinfo TCH 4381 RSSI 53 LAC 65200 CelllD 2810066 AT Current Network Operator ROGERS 302720 AT Network Service Type HSPA AT ALEOS Software Version 4 3 2 007 AT Signal Quality ECIO 75 AT Channel 4381 WAN Cellular Bytes Sent 4278 WAN Cellular Bytes Revd 3489 AT Customer Device Name 1s300_truck4 Rev 3 Apr 13 Figure 1 4 ACEmanager Home Page ACEview ACEview is a Windows based monitoring application for the PC with an easy to read interface view IP Address Bytes Sent Bytes Revd Connecting SIERRA WIRELESS Figure 1 5 ACEview Screen Note ACEview requires the Microsoft NET Framework v 2 0 and Microsoft Windows XP or later Obtain the Microsof
16. e sent to security saying the door is open giving the time location and other information There are several typical uses for Pin 4 e Asa digital input it monitors a switch using its opening or closing to record events or monitoring external voltages up to 30VDC For example you could use it to measure the voltage on a 24VDC light bulb and have the device react when it turns on When the switch or input voltage is Open or at 3 3VDC to 30VDC It is read as a digital input 1 Closed or lower than 3 3VDC it is read as a digital input 0 3 3 VDC Contact Closed Contact Ground For example Door opening closing Valve opening closing Ignition on off Tow bar up or down Empty Full container 51 KQ ta Internal Digital O OV Pull Up Contact Open Digital 1 3 3V Pin 4 Digital 1 O Figure 2 2 Digital Input Operation Rev 3 Apr 13 17 AirLink LS300 User Guide 18 e Asa digital output it can trigger an alarm siren door lock or opens a valve or a switch Pin 4 is an open collector transistor output normally at 3 3VDC When triggered it is pulled to ground The initial state of the digital output when the device is rebooted is configurable in ALEOS 3 3 VDC 12 VDC 51 KQ COM Internal Pull Up NC NO Pin 4 Digital Output Pin 4 is normally CL at 3 8V but is pulled External Relay Circuit down to OV when activated Exact voltages and configuration will depend on the actual system desi
17. gn Figure 2 3 Digital Output Operation e Asan analog voltage input it detects inputs of O 30VDC across this pin to ground When used with a converter to transform values into voltages it monitors measurements like temperatures pressures or the volume of liquid in a container ALEOS can transform these voltages into meaningful values In ALEOS events reporting tells the device to perform an action when a specified voltage is detected Level Full Detector Ouput Voltage 20V Storage Tank Pin 4 Green Wire Level Detector Storage Analog Voltage Input Devise set io send Tank email warning when tank is almost empty 5V seen on Pin 4 Level Almost Empty Detector Ouput Voltage 5V Figure 2 4 Analog Voltage Input Operation 4112895 Rev 3 Apr 13 Installation and Startup Installing the SIM Card If your mobile network operator requires it insert a SIM card into the device before installation or connecting any external equipment or power to the device To install the SIM card 1 Remove the SIM card cover When viewed from the top the notched corner of the SIM card faces towards the center of the device as shown in Figure 2 5 Note the direction of notched corner for proper SIM card alignment Figure 2 5 SIM Card Installation 2 Gently slide the card into the slot in the connector until it stops 3 Replace the SIM card cover Mounting Location Information Warning This device is not intended for use cl
18. ierra Wireless has two mounting bracket kits e Mounting Bracket Screw in for LS300 P N 60000571 for use on flat surfaces including walls counters or inside vehicles e DIN Rail Mounting Bracket for LS300 P N 6000558 Flat Surface Mount If you are mounting the LS300 on a flat surface order mounting bracket kit P N 60000571 Mounting Bracket Screw in for LS300 from Sierra Wireless The kit contains e Bracket Qty 1 e Screw M3 Qty 4 e Screw M4 Qty 4 20 4112895 Rev 3 Apr 13 Installation and Startup 10 mm 0 39 in 1 AN u IT T FUN IN 7 Ea 20 20 AL J 60 mm 2 36 in 16 1 MN M XA E 2 A zu a UD v LA 106 mm is 4 17 in gt Top view 119 mm lt 4 68 in gt 89 mm 3 50 in dl A 6 mm 0 24 in Side view Figure 2 6 LS300 Mounting Bracket for flat surfaces To mount the LS300 on a flat surface using the mounting bracket 1 Line up the LS300 with either set 1 or set 2 holes depending on the desired orientation See Figure 2 6 2 Attach the LS300 to the bracket with the three mounting screws 3 Attach the bracket LS300 combination to the mounting surface 4 Connect the bracket to ground the battery or power source negative terminal by connecting a grounding strap under one of the mounting bracket s
19. if the device sees a GPS signal e Off No power or input voltage gt 36VDC or lt 7 5VDC e Red tThe device is not operational failure or in low power mode e Yellow The device is entering low power mode or system low level boot e Green tThe device is connected to nominal power and is operating normally e Green with a momentary yellow flash The device has a GPS fix Rev 3 Apr 13 25 AirLink LS300 User Guide Activity LED This shows the radio s activity e Off The LED s normal appearance e Flashing green The radio is transmitting or receiving Signal LED This shows the cellular network s signal level e Flashing red No signal is present RSSI gt 110 dBm e Red A bad signal is present RSSI gt 100 dBm or lt 110 dBm e Yellow A marginal signal is present RSSI gt 85 dBm or lt 100 dBm e Green A good signal is present RSSI lt 85 dBm Network LED This monitors the cellular network e Red No cellular network is present or the device is in radio passthru mode There is no network coverage at the location e Flashing red The device is attempting to connect to the cellular network e Yellow The cellular network is found and the device is connecting e Flashing yellow The cellular network is unavailable The device was unable to authenticate on the network e Green Connected to the cellular network e Flashing Green The device is roaming 26 4112895 3 C
20. ific Time E mail sales sierrawireless com Post Sierra Wireless 13811 Wireless Way Richmond BC Canada V6V 3A4 Consult our website for up to date product descriptions documentation application notes firmware upgrades troubleshooting tips and press releases www sierrawireless com Rev 3 Jul 13 5 AirLink LS300 User Guide 6 4112895 Contents Introduction to the AirLink LS300 9 IMMOUCION HR ae erene ea ht aude core ia does 9 DESEHPION Ha tint eue dessu rear de era lead 10 Front Panel Re 10 Left Side Panel 22 en ds cn id e tac aj 11 Rear Panel 32546 23 MN SN adott Beeren essen 12 ALEOS SoftWare esse ii ein Laurette tir bandes 12 ACEmanager 13 ACEVEN 2 cen ee E wade E eee ee son mu 13 AirVantage Management Service 14 Installation and Startup 0 000 cesses ccdeb ease eee nun nun 15 Power Connector Description 15 Installing the SIM Card 5500 cn ee sewed eevee cee eee eee eww ws 19 Mounting Location Information 2 0 00s ess ees cava eve wen deed 19 Tools and Materials Required 20 Mounting Brackets 2 22 LS rear ine 20 Flat Surface Mount 2 0 0 cee0veeee weeds eee eee be eee aoe eee ee 20 DIN Rail MOUNTA sese dad duced ee deeb esos ceded doser os 21 Connecting the ES300 2a4s2 2 scr eth au ee aa dante Y 23
21. l power cables available from Sierra Wireless Cables with an AC adapter that are usually used for indoor fixed applica tions where the device runs off line power DC cables that are usually used in vehicles or other installations where the device runs off battery power The device automatically starts when it senses power as described in Starting the LS300 on page 24 Left Side Panel The left side panel has the following connectors Serial Port USB Port Figure 1 2 Left Side Panel e Serial Port This 9 pin connector provides standard RS 232 communi cation with a standard straight though serial cable It is used to communicate with industrial machines like motors computers or controllers or for connection to a computer to configure the device with AT commands It also supports features like TCP PAD and UDP PAD e USB Port This port is a Micro B connector You can connect a Windows PC to this port to monitor and configure the device When connected to a PC it becomes either a Virtual serial port Virtual Ethernet port Note By default it is a virtual Ethernet port Windows drivers for this port are available at the Sierra Wireless s download web site www sierrawireless com en Support Downloads aspx Rev 3 Apr 13 11 AirLink LS300 User Guide 12 Rear Panel The rear panel has the following connector Ss SIM Card Port Figure 1 3 Rear Panel e SIM Card Port This panel allows access to
22. ny vehicle should not operate the Sierra Wireless modem while in control of a vehicle Doing so will detract from the driver or operator s control and operation of that vehicle In some states and provinces operating such communications devices while in control of a vehicle is an offence The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Sierra Wireless SIERRA WIRELESS AND ITS AFFILIATES SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL DIRECT INDIRECT SPECIAL GENERAL INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL PUNITIVE OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUE OR ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR REVENUE ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE ANY SIERRA WIRELESS PRODUCT EVEN IF SIERRA WIRELESS AND OR ITS AFFILIATES HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES OR THEY ARE FORESEEABLE OR FOR CLAIMS BY ANY THIRD PARTY Notwithstanding the foregoing in no event shall Sierra Wireless and or its affiliates aggregate liability arising under or in connection with the Sierra Wireless product regardless of the number of events occurrences or claims giving rise to liability be in excess of the price paid by the purchaser for the Sierra Wireless product AirLink LS300 User Guide Patents Copyright Trademarks Contact Information This product may contain technology developed by or for Sierra Wireless Inc This product includes technology licensed from
23. onfiguration The connector s pin diagram Figure 2 1 shows the colors of the wires used on the DC power cable you can order from Sierra Wireless Green wire To contact switch relay or external device Note Pin 4 has a maximum rating of 30V 150 mA White wire LS300 To vehicle ignition Power or to VCC if NOT connected to the ignition connector Pin 4 Digital VO or Analog input Pin 3 Ignition Sense Pin 2 Pin 1 Ground Note Colors are colors of VCC wires on the DC connector cable Red wire Black wire Battery or Power Source 7VDC to 28 VDC 12 VDC Nominal Figure 2 1 LS300 Power Connector Pin Diagram Rev 3 Apr 13 15 AirLink LS300 User Guide 16 Pins 1 and 2 e Pin 1 VCC Connect to 12VDC nominal red wire on DC cable e Pin 2 Ground Connect to ground black wire on DC cable Pin 3 This pin is the ignition sense pin white wire on DC cable The voltage level present on this pin turns the device on and off Note If you do not connect this pin to the ignition you MUST connect it to the positive terminal of your power supply or battery The device looks for a qualified voltage on this pin as part of the power up sequence 7 28 VDC If it doesn t see it the device will not turn on If you are using a Sierra Wireless AC cable the connection is inside the cable There are several typical connection options for this pin Option 1 If you want the
24. onfiguring the AirLink LS300 Rev 3 Jul 13 This chapter shows you how to communicate with and configure the Sierra Wireless AirLink LS300 Connection Ports You can connect to the devices e USB port Micro B e Ethernet port RJ 45 e Serial port 9 pin RS 232 USB Port The USB port can be either a e Virtual Ethernet port e Virtual serial port Drivers must be installed on the PC for it to work in either mode They are available for download at http www sierrawireless com en Support Downloads aspx We recommend you e Use a USB 2 0 cable e Connect directly to your computer for best throughput Configuring with ACEmanager Note For all of the configurable features available in ALEOS see the ALEOS Configuration User Guide AirLink devices are highly configurable when using the embedded ALEOS software ACEmanager is a free utility included with every AirLink device To access it 1 Connect a laptop to the device with an Ethernet cable 2 Start a web browser 3 In the browser s address bar enter the IP address http 192 168 13 31 9191 4 The login screen appears Enter your name and password The administrator user name is user and the password is 12345 27 AirLink LS300 User Guide 28 The ACEmanager home page appears From it you can access all of ALEOSSs configurable features Status WAN Cellular LAN VP
25. ose to the human body Antennas should be at least 8 inches 20 cm away from the operator Mount the device where e There is easy access to the cables e Cables are not bent constricted close to high amperages or exposed to extreme temperatures e The front panel LEDs are easily visible e There is adequate airflow 19 AirLink LS300 User Guide e It is away from direct exposure to the elements such as sun rain dust etc If you are installing it in a vehicle the best locations are in places such as a car trunk or in a container behind the seats e It will not be hit or come into contact with people cargo tools equipment etc Tools and Materials Required e f needed a SIM card for your device as provided by your mobile network operator e 0 Phillips screwdriver if you have to install the SIM card e Laptop computer with Ethernet cable e Wireless antenna e Optional a GPS antenna or a second wireless antenna e Power cable either the DC cable or AC cable ordered from Sierra Wireless or your own custom made cable e Optional a straight through 9 pin connection cable for the RS 232 port e Optional mounting bracket kit available from Sierra Wireless Caution The device has a hardened case for use in industrial and extreme environments If you are installing it in these types of environments use cables designed and specified for use in these types of environment to avoid cable failure Mounting Brackets S
26. rd connector 12 installing 19 Starting device 24 T TCP PAD 11 Turn on device 24 U UDP PAD 11 USB virtual Ethernet port 11 User name and password default 24 V Vehicle antenna safe mounting 19 battery connection 16 GPS antenna installation 23 mounting kit 20 21 Voltage monitoring battery or power input 17 Y Yellow LED cycling 25 4112895 By SIERRA WIRELESS
27. rm e Remote application management e Eclipse based IDE e Integrated real time debugging Power Consumption all figures in mA 12VDC e HSPA Min 219 Peak 624 Idle 104 e CDMA Min 164 Peak 280 Idle 132 e Low power standby mode lt 35 Environmental e Operating temperature 30 C to 70 C 22 F to 158 F e Storage temperature 40 C to 85 C 40 F to 185 F e Humidity 90 RH 60 C 140 F e Military Spec MIL STD 810 conformance to thermal mechanical shock and humidity Host Interfaces e 10 100 Base T RJ 45 Ethernet e RS 232 serial port e USB V2 0 Micro B connector e 2 SMA antenna connectors RF GPS Rx Diversity e Support for active antenna 4112895 Rev 2 Apr 13 AirLink LS300 Specifications Certifications e FCC Industry Canada e PTCRB e CE E Mark e RoHS Compliant Class 1 Div 2 e Approved for deployment by Verizon Wireless AT amp T and Sprint e Consult website for complete list of operator approval 33 AirLink LS300 User Guide Mechanical Va a SSS EN f L pl TA _ 76 de Gin 84 2 mm a TE On E gt EI TJ E eo ce AirLink LS300
28. se show the device s operating status Each LED can be red green yellow or off The LEDs are described in detail in LED Operation on page 25 They are Network When green the device is connected to a cellular network with an IP address assigned and a channel acquired Signal When green it is receiving a cellular signal Activity When green the radio link is active Power When green the device is connected to power Ethernet Connector This RJ 45 connector connects a standard Ethernet cable to the device This is used to connect a PC to the device for configu ration and diagnostic purposes or attaching Ethernet equipment to the device GPS Diversity Antenna Connector This connects an optional GPS antenna to the device It works with most antennas that have an SMA connector It also can be used as an auxiliary receive port for wireless communications Note This port is receive only it does not transmit Reset Pressing this button resets the device Note Holding the button down for 10 seconds resets the device to its default settings 4112895 Introduction to the AirLink LS300 e Power Connector This connects power to the device and provides additional inputs outputs for the control and monitoring of external devices as well as triggering the low power mode More information on its operation and how to use it is given in Power Connector Description on page 15 There are two types of optiona
29. serial Ethernet and USB ports The power connector has one digital I O pin for remote monitoring and control and one ignition sense pin to turn the device on and off and trigger the low power mode The AirLink LS300 is a 3G cellular device that supports a variety of radio bands options both on HSPA or CDMA EV DO cellular technology The AirLink LS300 when coupled with the rich embedded intelligence provided by the embedded ALEOS software is the perfect choice for a broad set of machine to machine solutions AirLink LS300 User Guide 10 Description Front Panel The front panel has the following connectors and controls Ethernet Connector AirLink LS300 JOUL Ne Ace ay a Pu N TE reset ZT POWERED BY AMEG ae Tl SIG Antenna Connector Power Connector GPS Diversity Antenna Connector Figure 1 1 Front Panel Antenna Connector This is the radio s receive and transmit port The device works with most cellular antennas with an SMA connector The antenna should not exceed the maximum gain specified in Antenna Con siderations on page 35 In more complex installations such as those requiring long lengths of cable and or multiple connections you must follow the maxi mum dBi gain guidelines specified by the radio communications regulations of the Federal Communications Commission FCC or Industry Canada or your country s regulatory body if used outside the US LEDs The
30. t NET Framework from Microsoft at htip www microsoft com 13 AirLink LS300 User Guide AirVantage Management Service AirLink devices can be managed with the AirVantage Management Service AVMS available from Sierra Wireless AVMS is a cloud based application accessed from your web browser that provides remote monitoring and configuration for any number of your AirLink ALEOS devices AVMS features include e Device management with no software or hardware to buy and no ongoing maintenance required e Advanced monitoring dashboards and alert notifications ensuring you always know the status of your AirLink devices e Detailed configuration of all ALEOS parameters including templates providing batch updates of pre set configurations across multiple devices e Over the air OTA firmware upgrades for all of your AirLink devices with a single operation To use AVMS either call your AirLink reseller or visit www sierrawireless com en productsandservices AirLink Device_Management aspx 14 4112895 2 Installation and Startup This chapter shows you how to connect install and start the Sierra Wireless AirLink LS300 It also describes the front panel LEDs Power Connector Description The LS300 s power connector has four pins e Two pins connecting DC voltage to the device e Two pins providing additional monitoring and control functions This section has information to help you plan your device s connection and c
31. the SIM card connector for card installation and removal if your mobile network operator requires a SIM card Also see Installing the SIM Card on page 19 ALEOS Software Note For detailed information on all of the features in ALEOS see the ALEOS Configu ration User Guide ALEOS the embedded core technology of the AirLink product line provides e Simplified installation operation and maintenance of any wireless solution e An always on always aware intelligent two way connection for mission critical applications ALEOS enables e Persistent Network Connectivity e Over The Air OTA Upgrades e Wireless Optimized TCP IP e Real Time Notification e Real Time GPS Reporting e GPS Store and Forward e Packet Level Diagnostics e Device Management and Control The AirLink Control Environment ACE and ACEWare are Sierra Wireless device management and monitoring tool suites for AirLink devices The ACEware suite includes e ACEmanager a software application embedded in the device e ACEview a Windows based application for PCs e AirVantage Management Service AVMS a cloud computing device management service provided by Sierra Wireless Contact your dealer or Sierra Wireless representative for more information 4112895 Introduction to the AirLink LS300 Download the applications and user guides from the Sierra Wireless AirLink Solutions web site at www sierrawireless com support ACEmanager ACEmanager
32. the power cable to the device and if used to the external devices to be controlled monitored The device starts automatically as soon as it receives power as described in Starting the LS300 on page 24 23 AirLink LS300 User Guide Note For details about the power connector see Power Connector Description on page 15 The battery connector cable should be no longer than 10 feet 3 meters Starting the LS300 Upon receiving power the device automatically starts as shown by the flashing LEDs If it does not turn on see that the e Power connector is plugged in e Power cable is connected to power line or battery power e Power is turned on or that the battery is fully charged e Ignition Sense pin 3 is connected to the battery or power source see Power Connector Description on page 15 for details After the initial power up to see if the device is properly connected and operating correctly 1 Inthe laptop connected to the device open a web browser 2 In the browser s address bar enter the IP address http 192 168 13 31 9191 Note lt may take a minute or two for the device to respond after the first power up 3 The ACEmanager login screen appears Enter your user name and password The administrator user name is user and password is 12345 Log in to Acemanager User Name Password Figure 2 9 ACEmanager Login Screen 4 The ACEmanager homepage appears 24 4112895
33. vice operates normally until the battery voltage drops below the thresh old value triggering the Low Power Mode The device resumes normal opera tion when the battery voltage rises above the threshold value Option 5 If you have an installation where the device uses line power such as in a store or a remote site where power saving isn t needed Use the Sierra Wireless AC adapter or connect pin 3 to pin 1 4112895 Installation and Startup In ALEOS disable the Low Power Mode Default setting is disabled The device is on for as long as the power is on Note For details on how to use ALEOS see the ALEOS Configuration User Guide Pin 4 This pin is a digital input output or an analog voltage input green wire on DC cable Pin 4 e Monitors inputs and outputs e Drives a relay It has a maximum rating of 30V and 150mA sink current The pin is user programmed For configuration instructions and other information on how to use it refer to the ALEOS Configuration User Guide One way to use pin 4 is with events reporting In ALEOS you 1 Create an Event This triggers the device to act when it sees a specific input For example you can tell the device to do something when the pin called digital input 1 in ALEOS sees a digital 1 This could be when a door is opened activating a switch attached to it 2 Specify an Action These are instructions the device performs when it sees an event For example an email could b
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