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IPn3Gb Microhard Cellular Modem
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Overview

The Microhard IPn3Gb Cellular Modem is a high-speed interface optimized for use on 3G/HSPA+ infrastructure where coverage is available. The modem is accessed through the Internet using TCP/IP communications protocol using a Dynamic or Static IP address.

The IPn3Gb offers two-way data exchange with a base station PC via the HSPA and Quad Band GSM networks, using 3G and/or EDGE or GPRS technology. The IPn3Gb modem is for use on the Bell, Telus, or Rogers networks.


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Benefits and Features

  • Fast, secure industrial strength wireless solution
  • Powerful, robust wireless communication of serial, USB, and Ethernet data
  • Wide operating temperature (-40°C to +85°C)
  • Flexible power saving modes
  • SMS and email data usage alerts

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Detailed Description

The IPn3Gb is a rugged, intelligent wireless data platform designed to enable real-time, two-way communications with remote assets.  The IPn3Gb is a lower power industrial modem that carries many networking, security, management and data features.  The modem has its own embedded TCP server which enables transmission of serial data from non-IP devices. The use of a firewall helps ensure secure communications. 

Specifications

Technology:

  • 3G/HSPA+

Band:

  • Six Band for UMTS/HSPA FDD Bands

2100/1900/1700/900/850/800 MHz

  • Quad Band GSM

1900/1800/900/850 MHz

Throughput:

  • UMTS/HSPA: 5.76 Mbps uplink, 21.1 Mbps downlink
  • Ethernet: 10/100 BaseT, Auto-MDI/X, IEEE802.3, RJ-45
  • RS-232 Data Rates: 300 bps to 921 kbps

General:

  • Input Voltage: 7 to 30 Vdc
  • Current Drain at 12 Vdc:

Idle - 70 mA, 85 mA (with Ethernet device)

Average Active - 75 mA  (serial data), 94 mA (Ethernet)

Peak transmit - 275 mA

  • Operating Temperature: -40° to +85°C
  • Operating Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
  • Network Protocols:

TCP/IP, UDP/IP, ARP, ICMP, DHCP, HTTP, SNMP, FTP, DNS, Serial over IP

  • Serial Interface: RS-232, DB9-F
  • RS232/422/485 (2/4 wire)
  • Ethernet Interface: 10/100 Mbps RJ-45
  • mini-USB 2.0
  • RF Antenna Connectors: SMA female
  • Status LED’s: Network, RSSI, RF, Signal, Status
  • Dimensions: 57mm x 98mm x 38mm
  • Weight: 235 grams

				

			

		
	



						
							

						
					
                    
                
            
        
    
											
									   

								   
										

									
                                
                
                            

                        

                    

                
            
                        
                    
                    
                
                    
                        
                        
                
                    

                        

                            

                         
                                
                                
                                
                                  
                                  
									
										

											
									  

											
												

        
        
            
                
					
						
						
						
    

    

    

    

    

    
						
	
						
							
							

								
							

        
        







	
	




	
	
		
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Establishing Cellular Service


To setup an account contact your service provider and ask for one of the following or similar data acounts for your modem:


Bell - Flex plan for tablets (SIM only)


Telus- Flex data plan for tablets


Rogers - mobile internet plan


A public dynamic IP access/subscription will need to be added to the account with your service provider on their 3G/HSPA network. If this feature is not included with your account you will not be able to remotely access modems or systems. 


A SIM card will be required for each modem.  The SIM card must be installed inside of the modem (see manual).


Configuring the Modem


The IPn3Gb is configured using a web browser.  The configuration interface of the modem can be accessed by either the USB or Ethernet ports of the modem.  Please note that if you are using USB you will require the related drivers


Datalogger Considerations


A L18663 or SC932A is required to connect the modem to a datalogger.


Compatible Contemporary Dataloggers






CR200(X) Series
CR800/CR850
CR1000
CR3000
CR5000
CR7X
CR9000X



















Compatible Retired Dataloggers






CR500
CR510
CR10
CR10X
21X
CR23X
CR9000



















 


Power Considerations


A power cable available for the modem connects to the datalogger’s 12 V or switched 12 V terminal. Connection to the switched 12 V terminal allows the datalogger to switch power to the modem during scheduled transmission intervals, thereby conserving power. When using the switched 12 V terminal, the modem can be powered with a battery, CH100 regulator, and solar panel. For help on analyzing your system’s power requirements, refer to our Power Supply product brochure or application note.


Enclosure Considerations


A desiccated, non-condensing environment is required. The C2675 Mounting Kit includes hardware for securing the IPn3Gb to an enclosure backplate.


Compatible Enclosures






ENC10/12
ENC10/12R
ENC12/14
ENC14/16
ENC16/18
















		

	


						
							

						
					
                    
                
            
        
    
											
									   

								   
										

									
                                
                
                            

                        

                    

                
            
                        
                    
                    
                
                    
                    
                
                    
                        
                        
                
                    

                        

                            

                         
                                
                                
                                
                                  
                                  
									
										

											
									  

											
												

        
        
            
                
					
						
						
						
    

    

    

    

    

    
						
	
						
							
							
						
					
                    
                
            
        
    
											
									   

								   
										

									
                                
                
                            

                        

                    

                
            
                        
                    
                    
                
                    
                    
                
                    
                        
                            

                        
                        
                
                    

                        

                            

                         
                                
                                
                                
                                  
                                  
									
										

											
									  

											
												

        
        
            
                
					
						
						
						
    

    

    

    

    

    
						
	
						
							
							

								
							



	
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						IPn3Gb Firmware  v.v2_2_0-r2160 (9 MB)
						
						07-12-2016
					

					
						
Current IPn3Gb firmware.  Read the manual for the update procedure. Note: When upgrading the IPn3G from any version stating 1.x.x, it should be patched with IPn3G-v2_0_0-r2000.pkg before upgrading to this version to avoid potential corruption issue.

					
					
					
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						IPn3Gb USB Drivers v.6/14 ()
						
						03-06-2014
					

					
						


Windows USB drivers for the IPn3Gb modem.


Note: Drivers must be installed before connecting the IPn3Gb to your computer.



					
					
					
					

				

			
		
			
				

					

						IPn3Gb Patch v.v2_0_0-r2000 (15 KB)
						
						27-08-2014
					

					
						
When upgrading from any version of firmware stating 1.x.x, the unit should be patched with IPn3G-v2_0_0-r2000.pkg before upgrade to this version to avoid potential corruption issue. Once the Patch is verified as installed, proceed to install firmware version.