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- | ====== GX LTE 4G - Manual ====== | + | The old GX LTE 4G manual has been removed. You can find the new manual here: |
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- | ===== 1. Introduction ===== | + | |
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- | ==== 1.1 Product description ==== | + | |
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- | The GX LTE is an accessory for [[venus-os: | + | |
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- | There are three models: | + | |
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- | ^ Part number ^ Name ^ Region ^ | + | |
- | | GSM100100400 | GX LTE 4G-E | For EMEA/ | + | |
- | | GSM100200400 | GX LTE 4G-A | For North America | | + | |
- | | GSM100300400 | GX LTE 4G-SA | For Australia/ | + | |
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- | More information about supported frequencies and bands are in chapter 7.1 | + | |
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- | It requires a SIM card of the [[https:// | + | |
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- | The GX LTE includes a built-in GPS receiver. When the optional GPS antenna is installed, the system | + | |
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- | Watch this video to learn how to connect using LAN, WiFi, and the GX GSM, which is the same with the GX LTE: | + | |
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- | ==== 1.2 Antennas and accessories ==== | + | |
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- | A small indoor LTE antenna is included. As an option we also sell an outdoor LTE antenna: | + | |
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- | * GSM900100400 - Outdoor 4G GSM Antenna | + | |
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- | GPS: The GX LTE includes a built-in GPS receiver. With the optional GPS antenna installed, the system can be tracked as well as Geo-fenced on the VRM Portal. The required accessory is the GSM900200100 - Active GPS Antenna for GX LTE. | + | |
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- | Photos and specifications in [[venus-os: | + | |
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- | ==== 1.3 Compatibility ==== | + | |
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- | The GX LTE can be used with any of the [[venus-os: | + | |
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- | The GX LTE requires Venus OS v2.60 or newer to be installed on the GX Device. | + | |
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- | ==== 1.4 When to use a mobile router instead ==== | + | |
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- | The GX LTE provides an internet connection for the [[venus-os: | + | |
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- | For installations where more devices need internet, such as a yacht or RV, consider installing a mobile router instead. [[https:// | + | |
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- | ===== 2. Installation ===== | + | |
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- | Mount the device and connect the antenna. Consider using the outdoor antenna when installing the GX LTE in a closed metal enclosure or car or van. | + | |
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- | Insert the SIM card. You will need to eject the SIM card tray with a pen or other pointy object. Be aware that the SIM card tray sits slightly recessed inside the unit. Be sure to push it all the way in. | + | |
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- | Connect the GX LTE to the GX-device with the supplied USB cable. Use a USB hub if all USB sockets are already in use. | + | |
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- | Connect DC power supply (8 to 70 VDC). A 1.4M wire is included, with M10 lugs and an inline XXX A fuse. | + | |
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- | After power-up, the blue LED will be solid blue. Next, once it has registered on a network, it will start blinking slowly. Finally, when it has established the internet connection, it will be blinking fast. | + | |
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- | ===== 3. Configuration ===== | + | |
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- | When using a SIM card with its SIM-pin security disabled, the system will work without further configuration. | + | |
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- | Setting a SIM pin helps reducing the risk of the SIM card being stolen and used. Use a mobile phone to set the SIM pin, and there after configure it on the GX-device. | + | |
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- | Settings -> GSM modem -> PIN code | + | |
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- | Some mobile networks require manual configuration of an APN specially when roaming. Contact your operator. | + | |
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- | APN name can be configured in Settings -> GSM Modem -> APN. | + | |
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- | ===== 4. GPS ===== | + | |
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- | When the optional antenna is added; the position will be visible like this: | + | |
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- | Also the position is sent to the [[https://vrm.victronenergy.com|VRM Portal]]. | + | |
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- | ===== 5. Status ===== | + | |
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- | ==== Status Bar ==== | + | |
- | Cellular modem status can be checked at a glance by looking at the status bar. | + | |
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- | ^ Icon ^ Details ^ | + | |
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- | ==== SIM Status ==== | + | |
- | ^ Status ^ Description ^ | + | |
- | | Ready | SIM card is installed properly and registered to the network | | + | |
- | | SIM not inserted | SIM card is missing or not inserted properly. SIM tray might hang out a little. | | + | |
- | | PIN required | SIM card requires 4 digit PIN for unlock. | | + | |
- | | PUK required | SIM is locked due to wrong PIN inputs. 8 digit PUK is required to release the lock state. | | + | |
- | | SIM failure | SIM does not respond - might be broken | | + | |
- | | SIM busy | SIM is in busy state | | + | |
- | | SIM wrong | Type of SIM is not supported | | + | |
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- | ===== 6. Trouble shooting ===== | + | |
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- | There are many reasons for a modem internet connection to not work. Carefully go through each step of this trouble shooting guide. Make sure to start at the first step. When asking for help, make sure to mention each step taken and the result. | + | |
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- | | 1 | Power | Check that the blue LED is either lit continuous or blinking | + | |
- | | 2 | USB connection | + | |
- | | 3 | Simcard status | Check the SIM Status in the menu, it must show " | + | |
- | | 4 | Signal strength | 1 bar minimum for VRM logging, 2 or 3 bars are necessary for a working remote console | | + | |
- | | 5 | Carrier registration | Check that a name of a Cellular provider is visible in the " | + | |
- | | 6 | Internet connection | Verify that the Internet shows " | + | |
- | | 7 | Connection to VRM Portal | Verify that the VRM Portal menu shows a recent last connection time. See Settings -> VRM Portal. For more details, see [[https:// | + | |
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- | Note that Ethernet and WiFi connections have priority over the cellular connection. Even when the available Ethernet | + | |
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- | This screenshot shows how all details look when everything is OK: | + | |
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- | ===== 7. Supported Frequencies ===== | + | |
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- | ==== 7.1 Available models & their supported frequency bands ==== | + | |
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- | ^ Part number ^ Name ^ Region ^ Used module ^ Supported LTE Bands ^ | + | |
- | | GSM100100400 | GX LTE 4G-E | EMEA/ | + | |
- | | GSM100200400 | GX LTE 4G-A | North America | SIMCom SIM7600A | 2, 4, 12 | | + | |
- | | GSM100300400 | GX LTE 4G-SA | Australia/ | + | |
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- | For more details, please refer to the [[https:// | + | |
- | ==== 7.2 Notes regarding regional coverage ==== | + | |
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- | A good reference to check frequencies is [[https:// | + | |
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- | ===== 8. Technical Data ===== | + | |
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- | ^ Outer dimensions (LxWxH) | 106x42.5x22 mm ([[https:// | + | |
- | ^ Voltage range | 8..70 VDC | | + | |
- | ^ Power draw | 2.5 W while 2G/3G data transfer\\ <1.0 W in idle mode\\ +0.4 W if GPS is enabled | | + | |
- | ^ Recommended fuse size | 500 mA @ 12 V\\ 250 mA @ 24 V\\ 100 mA @ 48 V | | + | |
- | ^ Wire gauge (power cable) | 0.5..1.5mm² / AWG 28..16 | | + | |
- | ^ Antenna connector | Type SMA Female | | + | |
- | ^ SIM card | Regular Mini SIM | | + | |
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- | ===== 9. Accessory / Antennas ===== | + | |
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- | ==== Outdoor 2G and 3G GSM Antenna ==== | + | |
- | This antenna can be used with the GX LTE 4G, for 2G, 3G as well as 4G bands. | + | |
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- | ^ Part number | GSM900100100 | | + | |
- | ^ Mounting option | Screw Mount | | + | |
- | ^ Cable Type | Rg-316 | | + | |
- | ^ Cable Length | 0.25 m | | + | |
- | ^ Connector | SMA Male Straight | | + | |
- | ^ Frequencies | 800/ | + | |
- | ^ Signal Gain | 3 dbi | | + | |
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- | ==== Outdoor 4G GSM Antenna (not yet available) ==== | + | |
- | This antenna is optimised for 4G frequency bands, and as such will have slightly better reception on the 4G network. This model is not available yet, expected availability is 2021 Q1. | + | |
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- | Mean while, if the 2G / 3G variant doesn' | + | |
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- | ^ Part number | GSM900100400 | | + | |
- | ^ Mounting option | Screw Mount | | + | |
- | ^ Cable Type | tbd | | + | |
- | ^ Cable Length | tbd | | + | |
- | ^ Connector | SMA Male Straight | | + | |
- | ^ Frequencies | tbd | | + | |
- | ^ Signal Gain | tbd | | + | |
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- | ==== Active GPS Antenna ==== | + | |
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- | ^ Part number | GSM900200100 | | + | |
- | ^ Mounting option | Magnet | | + | |
- | ^ Cable Type | Rg-174 | | + | |
- | ^ Cable Length | 3.0 m | | + | |
- | ^ Connector | SMA Male Straight | | + | |
- | ^ Frequency | 1575.42 MHz | | + | |
- | ^ Impedance | 50 Ω | | + | |
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