Ercogener GenPro 425e - Modem Communication Check

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Descriptions and non-contractual illustrations in this document are given as an indication only.
ercogener reserves the right to make any modifications.
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5.4 Use of the modem
 Install the SIM card.
 Connect the GSM antenna to the SMA-Female connector.
 Connect the RS232 link between the DTE (COM port) and the modem (DCE).
 Connect the power cable to the continuous and regulated external power source (for an automobile
application, see § 5.1 Specific recommendations for the use of the modem in vehicles).
 Connect the power cable to the modem.
 Use a communication software like Windows HyperTerminal ® set as follows:
▪ Bits per second ....... : 115 200 bps,
▪ Data Bits ................. : 8,
▪ Parity ..................... : None,
▪ Stop Bits ................. : 1,
▪ Flow control ............ : None.
5.4.1 Checking the communication with the modem
5.4.1.1 Without Application
The GenPro 425e does not contain any application; it will return the menu of the BootLoader.
Menu by default when there is no application inside the equipment (example of display)
Bootloader V...
GSM voltage = 3628 mV
1 - Update application
2 - Erase objects
M - GSM direct access (external supply required)
A - Advanced
P - Power off
E – Exit
In the case where no communication can be established with the modem:
▪ Check the RS232 connection between the DTE and the modem (DCE),
▪ Check the configuration of the COM port of the DTE.