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GSM modem

Q: What brand/model of GSM modem do you support?

A: So far we have tested Wavecom FASTRACK M1206 GSM/GPRS Modem.

It's features include:

Dual Band GSM modem (EGSM900/1800 MHz) designed for data, fax, SMS and voice applications

Fully Type Approved and fully compliant with ETSI GSM Phase 2+ specifications (Normal MS)

GSM/GPRS class 10, Coding Schemes: CS1 to CS4, Compliant with SMG31bis, Optional embedded TCP/IP stack

Short Messages Services features Text and PDU, Point to point (MT/MO), and Cell Broadcast

Instrument to install GSM modem:

1.) Connect modem to computer with series data cable.

2.) Insert the SIM card inside the GSM modem

3.) Connect series data cable to computer(RS232 port), if your motherboard only support USB interface, you may need purchase a USB to RS232 cable.

4.) Connect the power of GSM modem.

5.) Make sure the modem work, a red LED (light-emitting diode) is supposed to flash at the front.

6.) Install the driver of GSM modem in computer

7.) If modem connects to computer and its driver is installed successfully, you can see the COM port of your GSM modem in Windows device manager.