Sierra Wireless AirLink FX100 User Manual

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June 19, 2013

AirLink FX Series

User Guide

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Default Chapter2
- Important Notice2
- Safety and Hazards2
- Contact Information3
- Document History4
- Table of Contents6
1 Overview15
- FX Series Product Comparison15
- Table 1. FXT009 and FX100 Feature Comparison15
- Overall Dimensions16
- Figure 1. FX Series Modem16
- Table 2. FX Series Physical Dimensions16
- FX Series Variants and Bundles17
- Connections17
- Interfaces17
- Environmental Compliance18
  - Rohs Directive Compliant18
  - Disposing of the Product18
2 Features and Services19
- Table 4. FX Series Basic Features19
3 Functional Specifications22
- Functional Architecture22
- Figure 2. Functional Architecture22
- RF Functionalities23
- Operating System23
- Figure 3. FX Series RF Architecture23
- Table 5. FX Series Variants with Corresponding Supported Bands23
4 Technical Specifications24
- Power Supply24
- Table 6. Power Supply Electrical Characteristics24
- Mechanical Specifications25
- Figure 4. FXT009 Mechanical Drawing25
- Figure 5. FX100 Mechanical Drawing (1 of 2)26
- Figure 6. FX100 Mechanical Drawing (2 of 2)27
5 Interfaces28
- Front Interface28
- Back Interface43
  - SIM Interface43
    - Figure 24. FX Series Back Interface43
    - SIM Socket Pin Description44
  - RF Interface44
6 Signals and Indicators49
- Alarm Mode49
- BOOT Signal Connection (FXT009 Only)49
- RESET Signal Connection49
- LED Status Indicator51
- Figure 28. Reset Sequence Diagram51
- Table 41. FX Series LED Status51
- Real Time Clock (RTC)52
- Table 42. Real Time Clock Specifications52
7 X-Card53
- X-Card Compartment53
- X-Card Physical Description54
- Figure 31. X-Card Size54
- X-Card Design Suggestion55
- Figure 32. Suggested X-Card Dimension55
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- X-Card Removal59
- Figure 37. X-Card Removal Procedure59
8 Using the Fx Series60
- Mounting the FX Series60
- Figure 38. FX Series Holding Bridles60
- Figure 39. Mounting the FX Series60
- Getting Started61
  - Inserting the SIM Card63
  - Extracting the SIM Card64
- Using the FX Series with an X-Card65
- Operational Status65
9 Communicating with the Fx Series66
- Communications Testing66
- Table 49. Basic at Commands to Use with the FX Series66
- Verifying the Received Signal Strength67
- Verifying the Network Registration67
- Checking the Band Selection67
- Table 50. <Rssi> Value Description67
- Table 51. AT+CREG? Main Reponses67
- Table 52. AT+WMBS? Main Reponses67
- Switching Bands68
- Table 53. AT+WUBS? Main Reponses68
- Table 54. AT+WWSM? Main Reponses68
- Table 55. AT+WMBS Band Selection68
- Table 56. AT+WUBS Band Selection69
- Table 57. AT+WWSM Cellular Network Setting69
- Checking the PIN Code Status70
- Echo Function70
- Enabling/Disabling the Flash LED70
- Firmware Upgrade Procedure70
- Table 58. AT+CPIN Main Responses70
- Main at Commands for the FX Series71
- Table 59. Main at Commands Used for the FX Series71
10 Troubleshooting the Fx Series72
- No Communications with the FX Series through the Serial Link72
- Receiving "ERROR72
- Table 60. no Communications with the FX Series through the Serial Link72
- Receiving "NO CARRIER73
- Table 61. Receiving a "No Carrier" Message73
- Table 62. Extended Error Codes74
11 Power Consumption75
- Various Operating Modes75
- Table 63. Initial Power Consumption (Typical)75
- Table 64. FX Series Operating Modes75
- Working Mode Features76
- Table 65. FX Series Operating Modes Feature Availability76
- Connected Mode Power Consumption77
- Table 66. Power Consumption of FXT009 in Connected Mode with Serial Port on and Flash LED77
- Table 67. Power Consumption of FX100 in Connected Mode with Serial Port OFF, Flash LED off78
- Non-Connected Mode Power Consumption80
- Table 68. Power Consumption of FXT009 in Non-Connected Mode (Typical Values)80
- Consumption Measurement Procedure81
  - Hardware Configuration81
  - Software Configuration82
12 Recommendations When Using the Fx Series on Trucks86
- Recommended Power Supply Connection on Trucks86
- Figure 41. Recommended Power Supply Connection on Trucks86
- Technical Constraints on Trucks87
- Figure 42. Example of an Electrical Connection that May Damage the FX Series87
13 Fx Series Accessories88
- Standard Accessories88
- Additional Optional Accessories88
- Table 72. 6-Wire Cable Accessory Color Coding88
- Component Recommendations89
- Table 73. List of Recommended Accessories89
14 Reliability Compliance and Recommended Standards90
- Reliability Compliance90
- Applicable Standards Listing90
- Table 74. Standards Conformity for the FX Series90
- Table 75. Applicable Standards and Requirements for the FX Series90
- Environmental Specifications91
15 Certification Compliance and Recommended Standards97
- Certification Compliance97
- Applicable Standards Listing98
- Table 86. Applicable Standards and Requirements for FXT00998
- Table 87. Applicable Standards and Requirements for FX10099
16 Safety Recommendations100
- General Safety100
- Vehicle Safety101
- Care and Maintenance101
- Your Responsibility101
17 Reference Documents102
- Firmware Documentation102
- X-Card Documentation102
- Firmware Upgrade Documentation102
18 List of Abbreviations103
19 Packaging106
- Contents106
- Accessories Description106
20 Product Labeling110
- Figure 44. FX Series Product Label110
21 Safety Recommendations (for Information Only)111
- RF Safety111
- General Safety112

Questions and Answers:

J
Jennifer EllisAug 4, 2025
What to do if Sierra Wireless Modem is receiving 'NO CARRIER'?
- C
  christopher23Aug 4, 2025
  If your Sierra Wireless Modem displays 'NO CARRIER', several factors could be at play. Here's what you can check: * Ensure the semicolon (;) is entered immediately after the phone number in the AT command (e.g., ATD######;). * Verify that the selected bearer type is supported by the called party and the network. If issues persist, try setting the bearer type using the AT command: AT+CBST=0,0,3. * Configure your SIM card for data/fax calls, consulting your network provider if needed.

Sierra Wireless AirLink FX100 Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Sierra Wireless
Model	AirLink FX100
Max Download Speed	150 Mbps
Max Upload Speed	50 Mbps
Wi-Fi	No
Serial Ports	1 x RS-232
USB Ports	1 x USB 2.0
Interfaces	Ethernet, Serial, USB
Operating Temperature	-30°C to +70°C
Power Supply	9-36 VDC
Cellular Technology	LTE, HSPA+
Frequency Bands	LTE: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B17, B20, B25, B26, B28
Data Speed	Up to 150 Mbps downlink, 50 Mbps uplink
Ethernet Ports	1 x 10/100 Mbps
GNSS	GPS, GLONASS