Multitech MTCBA-Xx-EN2 User Manual

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Contents

Chapter 1 – Product Overview ............................................................................................................................ 7

Related Documentation .............................................................................................................................................. 8

Safety Warnings .......................................................................................................................................................... 8

Ethernet Ports Caution .................................................................................................................................................... 8

Handling Precautions ....................................................................................................................................................... 8

RF Interference Issues ...................................................................................................................................................... 9

Interference with Pacemakers and Other Medical Devices ........................................................................................... 9

Potential interference ...................................................................................................................................................... 9

Precautions for pacemaker wearers ................................................................................................................................ 9

Vehicle Safety................................................................................................................................................................. 10

Internal Lithium Battery ................................................................................................................................................. 10

Front Panel................................................................................................................................................................. 10

Package Contents ....................................................................................................................................................... 12

Unbundled Package with No Accessories ...................................................................................................................... 12

Bundled Package with Accessories ................................................................................................................................ 12

Specifications ............................................................................................................................................................. 13

MTCBA-E1-EN2 .............................................................................................................................................................. 13

MTCBA-C1-EN2 .............................................................................................................................................................. 14

MTCBA-G2-EN2 .............................................................................................................................................................. 15

MTCBA-H5-EN2 .............................................................................................................................................................. 16

MTCBA-EV2-EN2 ............................................................................................................................................................ 18

RF Specifications ............................................................................................................................................................ 19

Power Specifications ...................................................................................................................................................... 19

Cellular Information ................................................................................................................................................... 22

Antenna System for Cellular Devices ............................................................................................................................. 22

PTCRB Requirements for the Antenna ........................................................................................................................... 22

FCC Requirements for the Antenna ............................................................................................................................... 22

Antenna Specifications .................................................................................................................................................. 22

Global Positioning System (GPS) ................................................................................................................................. 24

Global Positioning System (GPS) – Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. Statement ............................................................ 24

RS232 9-Pin Functions of the Female End Connector ................................................................................................... 25

Chapter 2 – Installing the Router ....................................................................................................................... 26

Inserting the SIM Card into Holder, for GSM Network Access ...................................................................................... 26

Making the Connection .............................................................................................................................................. 26

Using Optional Direct DC Power .................................................................................................................................... 27

Powering Down and Resetting Hardware for MTCBA-C1 Router .................................................................................. 27

Optional – Attaching the Router to a Flat Surface ....................................................................................................... 28

Setting TCP/IP Address ............................................................................................................................................... 28

Setting a Static IP Address ............................................................................................................................................. 30

Configuring Ethernet Interface.................................................................................................................................... 31

Quickly Configuring the Router by Using Wizard Setup ................................................................................................. 31

Verifying Signal Strength ............................................................................................................................................ 33

Before You Begin ............................................................................................................................................................ 33

Verifying Provider Fees ............................................................................................................................................... 33

Activating an Account for Wireless Devices ................................................................................................................. 33