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FALCOM TANGO55 User Manual

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    This document is available at - http:// www.Falcom.De / tango55/i & 56/i u ser ' s guide version 1.05, 12/01/2007.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 table of contents 0 introduction .................................................................................................................. 6 0.1 t he differences between tango55/ i & tango56/ i modems ............................................

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 4.1.6 i nterface f (o ptical indicator interface ) .......................................................................... 26 4.2 f unctional description .................................................................................................

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 version history: version number author changes 1.00 f. Beqiri initial version 1.01 f. Beqiri the gsm led description in chapter 4.2 updated. Chapter ” possible external devices” removed. 1.02 f. Beqiri in chapter 9, the paragraphs "rf exposure fcc:......

  • Page 5: Cautions

    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 cautions information furnished herein by falcom is accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed for its use. Please, read carefully the safety precautions. If you have any technical questions regarding this document or the product desc...

  • Page 6: 0 Introduction

    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 0 introduction tango55/i and tango56/i are designed for use on any gsm network in the world. Tango55/i and tango56/i are tri-band gsm/gprs engines that work on three frequencies gsm 900 mhz, dcs 1800 mhz and pcs 1900 mhz or 850 mhz, dcs 1800 mhz, pcs ...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 the integration of tcp/ip stack with hardware extension (a tcp/ip- module added) into the equipment converts it to a stand-alone client that can be connected to the internet via gprs network. The modem can also send and receive data by gsm (set into c...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 0.2 used abbreviations abbreviation description afc automatic frequency control agc automatic gain control amp advanced power management ansi american national standards institute arfcn absolute radio frequency channel number arp antenna reference poi...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 abbreviation description mo mobile originated ms mobile station (gsm engine), also referred to as te msisdn mobile station international isdn number msk minimum shift key mt mobile terminated ntc negative temperature coefficient oem original equipment...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 0.3 related documents 1. Tango55/56 at command set 2. Gprs_startup_user_guide 3. Tango55i/56i tcp command set 4. Etsi gsm 07.05: “use of data terminal equipment-data circuit terminating equipment interface for short message service and cell broadcast ...

  • Page 11: 1 Security

    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 1 security important for the efficient and safe operation of your gsm/gprs modem read this information before use ! Your gsm/gprs modem is one of the most exciting and innovative electronic products ever developed. With it you can stay in contact with...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 use only the supplied or approved antenna. Unauthorised antennas, modifications or attachments could damage the modem and may contravene local rf emission regulations or invalidate type approval. 1.5 driving check the laws and regulations on the use o...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 1.11blasting areas to avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your unit off when in a « blasting area » or in areas posted : « turn off two-way radio ». Construction crew often use remote control rf devices to set off explosives. 1.12potentia...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 1.14safety standards this cellular modem complies with all applicable rf safety standards. This cellular modem meets the standards and recommendations for the protection of public exposure to rf electromagnetic energy established by governmental bodie...

  • Page 15: 2 Technical Data

    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 2 technical data 2.1 technical specifications of gsm/gprs engine power supply: s upply voltage 10.8 ... 31.2 v dc ±5 % (see chapter 2.2 for further details) power saving (gsm): minimizes power consumption in sleep mode to 1 6 ma temperature range: n o...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 data: gprs ⇒ g prs data downlink transfer: max. 85.6 kbps (see table 3). G prs data uplink transfer: max. 42.8 kbps (see table 3). C oding scheme: cs-1, cs-2, cs-3 and cs-4. T ango55/56 supports two protocols pap (password authentication protocol) and...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 s ingle antenna interface smb or fme antenna connector. Audio interfaces: a n analogue audio interface audio features: rj45 serial link (microphone and speaker) speech code modes: h alf rate (ets 06.20) f ull rate (ets 06.10) e nhanced full rate (ets ...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 application layers). The embedded software interface that runs on tango55i/56i modems for establishing internet connectivity using ip commands. Tcp/ip software description is also available, see related documents [ 0.3 ]. Coding scheme 1 timeslot 2 ti...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 frequency range uplink (ms → bts) gsm 900 880 915 mhz gsm 1800 1710 1785 mhz gsm 1900 1850 1910 mhz frequency range downlink (bts → ms) gsm 900 925 960 mhz gsm 1800 1805 1880 mhz gsm 1900 1930 1990 mhz rf power @ arp with 50 Ω load gsm 900 31 33 35 db...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 2.6 determining the external equipment type before you connect the db9 serial port connectors on the aforementioned terminals (dce units) to external equipment, you need to determine if the external hardware serial ports are configured as dte or dce. ...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 3 gsm/gprs application interface 3.1 description of operating modes the chapter below briefly summarizes the various operating modes referred to the following chapters. Definition of the gprs class b mode of operation: the definition of gprs class b m...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 3.2.6 power down normal shutdown after sending the at^smso command. The power supply asic (psu-asic) disconnects the supply voltage from the base band part of the circuit. Only a voltage regulator in the psu-asic is active for powering the rtc. Softwa...

  • Page 23: 4 Hardware Interfaces

    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 4 hardware interfaces 4.1 interfaces on the tango55/i & tango56/i interface specifications interface a 4-pin micro-fit™ 3.0 molex part number: 43045-0406 (female) interface b standard rs232 serial interface interface c audio 8-pin rj45, rs232 (rx, tx)...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 4.1.2 interface b (9-pin d-sub connector) interface b has the highest priority connection to control the tango55/56 modem.S this one has a standard d-sub-male serial connector. Rs232 9 pin d-sub to din 41652 +/-12v rx, tx, rts, cts, dtr, dsr, dcd, ri ...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 pin description direction 1 power output 10v ± 5% 150ma out 2 txd ↔ transmitted data in 3 rxd ↔ received data out 4 ground - 5 spk+ out 6 spk- out 7 mic+ in 8 mic- in table 11: pin assignment of rj45 4.1.4 interface d (antenna interface) as far as the...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 4.1.6 interface f (optical indicator interface) the actual state of the tango55/i and tango56/i is displayed by two led’s on interface f of the unit (for more details see chapter 4.2 functional description). Figure 7: status indicator of modem 4.2 fun...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 the actual state of modems is displayed by two led’s at the connector on the top of interface c of the unit. Green led (gsm) off modem is off or run in sleep mode 600 ms on / 600 ms off no sim card inserted or no pin entered, or network search in prog...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 107 6 data set ready (dsr) out 108 4 data terminal ready (dtr) in 109 1 data carrier detect (dcd) out 125 9 ring indicator (ri) out table 12: r232 9-pin description both interface b and c are not independent usable. The interface b has the highest pri...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 ^smso: ms off ok ^shutdown after sending at^smso do not enter any other at commands. There are two ways to verify when the modems turn off: wait for the urc “shutdown”. It indicates that data have been stored non-volatile and the modems turn off in le...

  • Page 30: Tango55/56

    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 5 general guidelines for the use of the tango55/56 5.1 getting started 5.2 hardware & software requirements a valid sim card. Free compatible com serial port pentium 90 or higher. System memory: at least 64mb operating system: windows® 95, 98/me/2000/...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 5.2.1.2 installing the sim card keep all miniature sim cards out small children’s reach. The sim card and its contacts can be damaged by scratches or bending, so be careful when handling, inserting or removing the sim card. Open the cover cap on the u...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 5.2.1.3 mounting the terminal figure12.A place the modem on the cradle and firmly fixed. Figure12.B cable ties place the modem (if it is needed) on the cradle and push it down, make sure that the modem does not move up and down inside the cradle, the ...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 place the modem in a proper location, for example on the desk far enough from your pc or . It is also possible to install the terminal to a wall or a vehicle: 1. Choose a location far enough from electronic devices so that no interference occurs. 2. D...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 figure 14.A: connect the dc power supply pin designations for the connector and striped ends are shown in chapter 7.1.1 , page 41. Figure 14.B: power supply cable 5.2.2 terminal emulator setup below is an example based on the windows™ hyperterminal ap...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 figure 15: using microsoft windows™ hyper terminal 1. On windows 2000, start the hyper terminal program. Assign the name for a new session on the displayed window. Figure 16: assign the name for a new session 2. Choose the correct com port and baud ra...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 figure 18: check the response from tango55/56 now you can configure the tango55/56 modem according to your requirements and according to the at-command set. This confidential document is a property of falcom and may not be copied or circulated without...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 5.2.3 getting started to gprs network the following instructions are available only for tango55/56 versions providing gprs. What is gprs: gprs is a complete new part of the existing gsm network. Gprs is packed switched high speed mobile data. Gprs is ...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 already established make an emergency call atd112; do not forget the at the end for call ok communication loss no carrier hang up ath ok enter pin code at+cpin=0123 ok pin code accepted cme error: 16 incorrect pin code (with + cmee=1 mode) cme error: ...

  • Page 39: 6 Housing

    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 6 housing figure 40: housing of tango55/i and tango56/i this confidential document is a property of falcom and may not be copied or circulated without previous permission. Page 39 of 46.

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 6.1 housing of cradle figure 41: dimensions of the cradle. Figure 42: view of the cradle. This confidential document is a property of falcom and may not be copied or circulated without previous permission. Page 40 of 46.

  • Page 41: 7 Appendix

    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 7 appendix 7.1 recommendations for power supply it is recommended to use the ps002 power supply. Also any other power supply in the range of 10.8 ... 31,2 v dc can be used.. If the power supply is using input-voltages of more than 50 vrms or 75 v dc i...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 7.2 possible external antenna there is no antenna included in the deliver package, but the below designed antennas provided by falcom can be used (available upon request). Order option description ant-001 gsm antenna: 900/1800 for tango55i connector t...

  • Page 43: Tango55/56 Modems

    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 8 how to update the new firmware into the tango55/56 modems in order to allow users of tango55/56 to utilize newly released firmware, a program has to be available to update the on-board flash-memory. The update program with the new firmware will be d...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 • close this dialog box by clicking on the ok button. • now, (important !!!! ) to start the firmware update, firstly connect the ign line to the external power source (set to high  from 10.8 to 32 vdc), then press the “start” button and within 1 seco...

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    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 if download has been completed successfully, power down the tango55/56 (disconnect the v+ line). The tango55/56 with the new firmware is automatically started at the next power up (connect the v+ and the ign line to the external power source). This co...

  • Page 46: 9 Rf Exposures

    Tango55/i & tango56/i user's manual version 1.05 9 rf exposures this device contains 850/1800/1900 mhz or 900/1800/1900 mhz gsm/gprs functions that are operational in these frequencies respectively. The following statements according to the fccs are applied for the tango56, only. However, the tango5...