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Rev 3.0 Feb.12 1111: Introduction to the AirLink Raven XE•ACEware™• Connecting to Your Cellular Provider• Communications• Networking• Applications• S

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide12 20080616ALEOS features:• Persistent Network Connectivity• Over-The-Air (OTA) Upgrades• Wireless Optimized TCP/IP• R

Introduction to the AirLink Raven XERev 3.0 Feb.12 13ACEmanagerACEmanager, the ACEware remote configuration and monitoring tool, simplifies deploymen

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide14 20080616ACEviewACEview is an efficient status and connection monitoring application with a low-profile, easy to rea

Introduction to the AirLink Raven XERev 3.0 Feb.12 15Connecting to Your Cellular ProviderThe AirLink Raven XE uses your cellular provider as an ISP (

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide16 20080616Tip: If your account with your cellular provider includes a dynamic IP address and you need a static IP, pl

Introduction to the AirLink Raven XERev 3.0 Feb.12 17UMTSUMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System) supports data transfer rates of up to 1920

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide18 20080616NetworkingIPsecThe IP protocol that drives the Internet is inherently insecure. Internet Protocol Security

Introduction to the AirLink Raven XERev 3.0 Feb.12 19GREGRE (Generic Routing Encapsulation) tunnel is used to carry non-IP packets through an IP Netw

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide20 20080616DocumentationThis Raven XE User Guide describes how to:• Install the AirLink Raven XE hardware.• Connect th

Rev 3.0 Feb.12 2122: Specifications• Features and Benefits• Technology• Bands• Environmental• Power Consumption: (@12V DC)• Standards/Approvals• Host

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide22 20080616Bands• TriBand (3G) for UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA· 850/1900/2100 MHz• Quad Band (2G) GPRS/EDGE· 850/900/1800/1900 MH

SpecificationsRev 3.0 Feb.12 23Host Interfaces• Ethernet: 10BaseT RJ-45• USB Type B5 Pin mini• Antenna Connection:· Primary Cellular - 50 Ohm SMA· Re

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide24 20080616Power Connector Figure 1-8: Power Connector (not to scale)Warning: Explosion Hazard - Do not disconnect equ

Rev 3.0 Feb.12 2533: Activating the Raven XE• Installing the SIM• Updating FirmwareThis chapter provides step-by-step directions for activating your

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide26 20080616Tools Required• Small Phillips screw driver - The Phillips screw driver is also called a plus (+) or X scre

Activating the Raven XERev 3.0 Feb.12 27Note: The card and SIM may be a different color than these examples.Figure 3-2: Insert SIM into the modem4. F

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide28 20080616Updating FirmwareTo install the latest firmware version (.exe file), go to the Sierra Wireless website: htt

Activating the Raven XERev 3.0 Feb.12 29*Can be changed via ACEmanagerFigure 3-4: Configuration: Interface selectionc. The next screen will prompt yo

PrefaceRev 3.0 Feb.12 3Important NoticeDue to the nature of wireless communications, the transmission and reception of data can never be guaranteed.

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Rev 3.0 Feb.12 3144: Installation of the Raven XE• Connecting to Power• Connecting to a Computer or Other Device• Indicator Lights• MountingNote: Dur

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide32 20080616Tip: When using a cable connected to an antenna placed away from the modem, minimize the length of your cab

Installation of the Raven XERev 3.0 Feb.12 33Note: When using a DC power source (e.g., a solar cell), Sierra Wireless recommends placing a fuse (1-2

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide34 20080616 Figure 4-4: USB connectorYour Raven XE’s full-speed (12 Mbit) USB 2.0 port can be connected directly to mo

Installation of the Raven XERev 3.0 Feb.12 35•Activity - Lights will flash as data is transferred to and from the Raven XE on the remote network. •Po

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide36 20080616MountingAn optional accessory for your Raven XE is a mounting kit, which includes a bracket. The bracket is

Installation of the Raven XERev 3.0 Feb.12 37Figure 4-7: Mounting bracket installation

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide38 20080616Figure 4-8: Mounting Bracket for Raven XE; Dimensions in Inches

Rev 3.0 Feb.12 3955: Inputs, Relay Outputs, and Power Status • Capturing External Events Using InputsThe Raven XE has special features for use in an

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide4 20080616Patents This product may contain technology developed by or for Sierra Wireless Inc. This product includes t

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide40 20080408Figure 5-2: Digital Input Contact ClosureExamples of using the input with a switch to ground are:• When a d

Inputs, Relay Outputs, and Power StatusRev 3.0 Feb.12 41Connecting Devices to the I/O Port Note: Before you install the Raven XE in its final locatio

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide42 20080408Note: You can use the GX400 DC power cable (P/N 2000380) that includes a green wire for Pin 4.Caution: Neve

Rev 3.0 Feb.12 4366: Connecting the Raven XE • ACEmanager• Using a Terminal Application with AT Commands• AT CommandsThe Raven XE, with its embedded

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide44 20080616Figure 6-1: Connect To windowb. Change or verify the settings when the COM1 Properties window displays: · B

Connecting the Raven XERev 3.0 Feb.12 45f. Change the “Port number” to 2332.g. Select OK.3. You are now connected.Connecting on USB/net will prompt y

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide46 20080616Figure 6-4: HyperTerminal : connecteda. If you are prompted for a password, enter the default password 1234

Connecting the Raven XERev 3.0 Feb.12 47AT CommandsWhen using a terminal application, you will need to manually type in each command.• For most comma

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Rev 3.0 Feb.12 4977: Regulatory InformationFederal Communications Commission Notice (FCC United States)Electronic devices, including computers and wi

PrefaceRev 3.0 Feb.12 5Revision HistoryRevision numberRelease date Changes1.x Q2:2009 Raven XE documentation created and revised.2.x Q1:2010 Raven XE

AirLink Raven XE HSPA User Guide50 20080605Antenna ConsiderationsAlthough the antenna model(s) used with these devices meet(s) the Industry Canada Rad

Regulatory InformationRev 3.0 Feb.12 51The Declaration of Conformity made under Directive 1999/5/EC is available for viewing at the following locatio

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Rev 3.0 Feb.12 7ContentsIntroduction to the AirLink Raven XE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11ACEmanager . . . . . .

ContentsRev 3.0 Feb.12 8Standards/Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Host Interfaces .

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