Nokia 20 Operation & User’s Manual

Nokia 20 GSM Connectivity Terminal User’s Guide for modem use 9353276 Issue 1 ...

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3 Table of contents For your safety .....................4 Introduction ..........................5 System requirements ................7 Network services .......................7 Communications software ......8 Getting started .....................9 Setting up the terminal ...........9 AT commands .......................... 15 Light indicators ..................16 Nokia 20 GSM Connectivity Terminal accessories ...........18 Troubleshooting ..................19 Care and maintenance .......21 Important safety information .........................22 Technical specifications .....24 ...

4 For your safety 1. For your safety Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is given in this manual. INTERFERENCE All wireless equipment may get interference which could affect performance. DO NOT USE IN HOSPITALS Follow any regulations or rules. Do not use near medical equipment. USE SENSIBLY Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily. USE QUALIFIED SERVICE Only qualified service personnel must install or repair equipment. ACCESSORIES Use only approved accessories. Do not connect incompatible products. MAKE BACKUP COPIES Remember to make ba ...

5 Introduction 2. Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Nokia 20 GSM Connectivity Terminal. It plugs into compatible PCs or other devices with an RS-232 data cable. Using the Nokia 20 GSM Connectivity Terminal and appropriate software, you can send and receive e-mail, data files, faxes, and access the Internet from your PC. The Nokia 20 GSM Connectivity Terminal can also be used in conjunction with other fixed GSM solutions and various data solutions. It is an ideal solution for unmanned connections including telemetry, remote control, security systems and remote data retrieval. The Nokia ...

6 Introduction Sales package contents: • GSM terminal • cradle • power supply with 2 cords • data cable • CD-ROM • installation kit (screws) ...

7 Introduction I System requirements The Nokia 20 GSM Connectivity Terminal requires: • an RS-232 data connector • AT Hayes command support I Network services The Nokia 20 GSM Connectivity Terminal is approved for use in the GSM 900 and GSM 1800 networks and in the GSM 900/1800 dual band network. The Nokia 20 GSM Connectivity Terminal supports High Speed Circuit Switched Data (HSCSD), which enables data transmission rates of up to 43.2 kbps. HSCSD makes downloading large files faster and more convenient. Some of the features supported by the Nokia 20 GSM Connectivity Terminal are called network servi ...

8 Introduction I Communications software To connect to the Internet, to send and receive e-mail or faxes, or to transmit data from your PC, you need the appropriate data and fax communications software. You can use the Nokia 20 GSM Connectivity Terminal with most commercially available communications applications, such as Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Outlook and Netscape Navigator. For example, Windows 95/98/2000/ NT 4.0 include several communications applications, such as Dial-Up Networking and HyperTerminal. For assistance, refer to the user manuals of the software you are using. ...

9 Getting started 3. Getting started I Setting up the terminal To use the Nokia 20 GSM Connectivity Terminal for the first time, proceed as follows: 1 Install the SIM card. 2 Mount the terminal on the cradle. 3 Place the terminal in a proper location. 4 Connect the data cable to the terminal and to a PC or other compatible device. Connect the power supply to the terminal and to an AC wall outlet. 5 Enter the PIN code if your SIM card requires it (see page 12). Warning! To avoid damage to the SIM card, do not install, move or remove the SIM card if the power supply is connected to an AC wall outlet. Mount ...

10 Getting started Installing the SIM card Keep all miniature SIM cards out small children’s reach. The SIM card and its contacts can easily be damaged by scratches or bending, so be careful when handling, inserting or removing the card. Insert the SIM card ensuring that the bevelled corner is on the bottom right and the golden contact area is facing downwards. Mounting the terminal Mount the terminal on the cradle using the three screws supplied in the sales package. Turn the antenna into an upright position. Note: If you want to mount the terminal on a wall, first attach the cradle to the wall as d ...

11 Getting started Placing the terminal Caution: In order to comply with RF exposure requirements, install the terminal so that a minimum distance of 20 cm can be maintained between the antenna and all persons. If you use an external antenna, install the antenna so that a minimum distance of 20 cm can be maintained between the antenna and all persons, with antenna gain not exceeding 3 dBi. Place the terminal in a proper location, for example on the desk far enough from your PC. It is also possible to install the terminal to a wall: 1 Choose a location far enough from electronic devices so that no interf ...

12 Getting started Connecting the cables 1 Connect the data cable from the terminal to a PC or other compatible device. Use only a cable supplied by Nokia. 2 Connect the power cord from the power supply to the terminal. 3 Connect the power supply to an AC wall outlet. Entering the PIN code The PIN (Personal Identification Number) code protects your SIM card against unauthorised use. It is usually supplied with the SIM card. If the SIM card requires a PIN code, you must enter it to be able to use the terminal. In a Windows environment, you can enter the PIN code for example with HyperTerminal as follows: ...

13 Getting started If you do not get an OK response, refer to section ”Troubleshooting”. To enter the PIN code, type at+cpin="PIN" where PIN is your PIN code. Press ENTER. See ”Figure 2. HyperTerminal connection” for details. If entering the PIN code fails three times successively, the code is blocked. Refer to section ”Troubleshooting”. Changing the PIN code To protect your SIM card against unauthorised use, it is good to change the factory setting PIN code supplied by your service provider. The PIN code can be 4 to 8 digits long. To change the PIN code, enter the following AT command in the ...

15 Getting started Figure 2. HyperTerminal connection I AT commands Other AT commands, which are used to control the terminal, can be found in the List of AT Commands on the CD-ROM. The Nokia 20 GSM Connectivity Terminal supports ITU-T V.25ter, ETS GSM 07.05 and ETS GSM 07.07 commands. ...

16 Light indicators 4. Light indicators • Light indicators 1 and 2 are not in use. • Light indicators 3, 4 and 5 indicate the state of the terminal. Refer to Table 1. Table 1. Nokia 20 light indicators 3 4 5 Description - - - Power is off. Blinking - - Power is on. The terminal is attempting to connect to the telephone network. On - - In service. On - On Call in progress. On Blinking - There is an incoming call. - Blinking - Enter the PIN code. Blinking Blinking - Enter the PUK code. On On On The terminal has received an SMS message or voice mail. ...

17 Light indicators On On Blinking The terminal has no space for new SMS messages. The oldest message is automatically deleted. - Blinking Blinking Install the SIM card. Blinking Blinking Blinking An error has occurred. Contact service personnel. 3 4 5 Description ...

18 Nokia 20 GSM Connectivity Terminal accessories 5. Nokia 20 GSM Connectivity Terminal accessories For details and availability of Nokia 20 GSM Connectivity Terminal accessories, contact your local dealer. • Power supply (ACW-3): Supplied with the terminal. • Data package: Features an RS-232 data cable and an AT command list CD-ROM. • Antenna adapter: Allows an external antenna with a standard FME connector to be connected to the terminal. • Configurator Software: For a more advanced configuration of the terminal. ...

19 Troubleshooting 6. Troubleshooting First things to check 1 Check that the data cable is firmly connected to the terminal and to the PC or other compatible device. 2 Check that the power supply is firmly connected to the terminal and to an AC wall outlet. 3 Check that the antenna is firmly connected to the terminal. 4 Disconnect the power supply from the AC wall outlet before you check that the SIM card is installed properly. Reception is poor If there are problems with the reception, for example interruptions in the service, the signal may be too weak. Check the signal strength with the following AT c ...

20 Troubleshooting For example, response +csq: 31, 99 means that the signal strength is excellent. If the signal is weaker than -95 dBm (the parameter is 9 or less), move the terminal to another location. If the terminal does not receive a stronger signal, contact your service provider. Anexternal antenna may improve the reception. The PIN code is blocked If entering the PIN code fails three times successively, the code is blocked. You can unblock it by entering your PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) code. The PUK code may be supplied with the SIM card. If not, contact your local service provider for ...