Acura Embedded Modem AcuConnect 20 Manual

							AcuConnect™ 2.0                                                                                                                                                                                                            Quick Reference Manual 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
AcuConnect ™2.0 
 
Rugged 3G Mobile Broadband 
Combination of Modem & Router   
 
 
   
 
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preparation of this document, but no guarantee is given as to 
the correctness of its cont ents. Our products are under 
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  Preface 
Copyright  The material in this document is the intellectual property of Acura 
Embedded Systems Inc. This publicat ion, including all photographs, 
illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright 
laws, with all rights reserved. Neit her this manual, nor any of the 
material contained herein, may be reproduced without written 
consent of Acura Embedded Systems Inc.  
 Trademark Recognition   
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of 
Microsoft Corp. 
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Machines Corporation. 
Intel, MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II,  Pentium-III, Pentium-4, Celeron, 
Core™ 2 Duo  are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. 
AWARD is a registered trademark of AWARD International Inc. 
Other product names used in this manu al are the properties of their 
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Table of Content  
1. Package Contents.......... .............................................. ................... 1 
2. System Requirements..................... ............................................... 1 
3. WiFi Requirement........................................................................... 1 
4. Features.......................................................................................... 2 
5. AcuConnect™2.0 Overvi ew.................................................... ........ 3 
  5.1 Rear View.....................................................................................  3 
  5.2 Front View...................................................................................  4 
  5.3 Side View....................................................................................  4 
  5.4 View with Protection Cover.......................................................  5 
  5.5 Mount Plates...............................................................................  5 
6. Quick Setup.....................................................................................  6 
  6.1 SIM Card plug in.........................................................................  6 
  6.2 Setup 3G......................................................................................  7 
  6.3 Reboot Setting............................................................................  8 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

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1.  Package Contents 
 
      Important: Check the contents of this box first. 
       Contents list 
  AcuConnect 2.0 3G Wireless Broadband Modem+Router 
 Wi-Fi Antenna 
  Mount Plates with M3/6mm screws 
 RJ45 Ethernet Cable 
 Power Cable 
  Quick Reference Manual 
 Manual CD 
 
 
2.  System Requirements 
  Compatible 16bit/32bit PCMCIA or USB 3G modem card with 
activated service 
  Computer with Windows 2000, XP , Vista, Macintosh, or Linux-
based operating systems with  an installed Ethernet adapter. 
  Internet Explorer 6.0 or Ne tscape Navigator™ Version 7.0 or 
above (for accessing web-based configuration settings) 
 
3. 
Wi-Fi Requirement 
 802.11b/g adapter 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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4.  Features 
  Quick and easy setup  
  Automatic connection failover to 3G connection if Ethernet WAN 
connection fails. 
  Fully compatible with the  802.11g IEEE standard to provide a 
wireless data transfer rate of up to 54Mbps. 
  Backwards compatible with the 802.11b standard to provide a  wireless data rate of up to 11Mbps. 
  Operates in the 2. 4GHz frequency range. 
  Advanced Firewall features 
  Supports NAT with VPN pass-through, as well as the following  security features: 
MAC Filtering 
IP Filtering 
Port Scheduling 
  Web-based configuration pages for easy setup and  management. 
  Equipped with 2 10/100 Ethernet ports for LAN and WAN  access, a Type II PCMCIA card (16bit and 32bit) slot, and a 
USB port for 3G network connections. Express Cards with a 
universal caddy are also compatible. 
  External Antenna Connection 
  8-30 V wide range DC input power 
 
       
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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5. 
AcuConnect™ 2.0 Overview 
5.1  Rear View 
 
 
 
 
 
 
              
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  Note: 
     
 
 
 
 
 
 
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5.2  Front View 
 
             
 
Cellular Antenna 
Connection: Allows connection 
with external antenna
Wi-Fi Antenna Connection: 
Connect to Wi-Fi Antenna 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
5.3  Side Vie

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              WAN/LAN 
Reset Button:  
Resets to factory 
default settings 
Power: 
8-30 V wide 
range DC input 
MODEM 
   3G LED:   Lights up green when power is on 
 
LAN LED:   Lights up green when a local Ethernet cable is 
                   connected and blinks indicate activity 
 
WAN LED:  Lights up green when WAN is connected 
 
 Wi-Fi LED:  Lights up green when a connection to the  
                   WLAN is available 
PCMCIA SLOT   
Power Cable connector: 
 
Pin 1: +8-30V input  
Pin 2:  Ground  
SMA male (reverse
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AcuConnect 
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AcuConnect 2.0 
Device  
8-30V DC input 
4A fuse  
						

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 5.4  View with Protection Cover  
 
 
 
 
Dimension of AcuConnect™ 2.0 
With cover: 
20.5cm x 11.9cm x 5.4cm (L x W x H) 
Without cover: 
15.7cm x 11.9cm x 5.4cm (L x W x H) 
 
5.5  Mount Plates 
 
 
 
 
 
 
                                                     Page 5   6. 
Quick Setup  
6.1  SIM card plug in  
press yellow button on the modem and Sim Card holder will pull out.  
       
 
Protection Cover: 
This cover protects PCMCIA modem  
    
            SIM  card  
                                            
 
Plug Sim h

older with SIM card in the modem slot . 
 
Mount Plates: 
Easy to mount and also designed for DIN Rail adapter. 
Screws: M3/6mm 
Dimension: 4.5cm x 7.1cm  
 
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 6.2  Setup 3G  
        1.  Open a web-browser. 
        2. Type in the  IP Address (http://192.1 68.123.254) of the Wireless        
             WAN Mobile Broadband Router 
        3. Type “admin” in the Password field. 
 
[BASIC SETTING ] [Primary  Select 3G click [ Save] button   
Page 7  Step 1. Add new schedule rule  
 Setup ] 6.2 
Reboot Setting 
 
[ ADVANCED SETTING ] [Scheduling ] Click [ Add New Rule ] button to 
setup schedule rule. 
APN setting:    
For Bell: 
  
  inet.bell.ca 
For Telus :   sp.telus.com 
: For Rogers  internet.c
om 
Dialed  Number: 
     *
99#
 
After setting up Name of Rule and time click [ Save] button to save these 
anges.  
   
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 Step 2. Enable Schedule 
 
Check the [ Enable] option for Schedule then click [ Save] button. 
Step 3.Enable Reboot Device in schedule  
[ Toolbox [Miscellaneous ] check [ Enable ] for Reboot Device in 
schedule ] 

 Select schedule rule [Reboot time]  click [ Save] button to save 
ettings. 
 
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ACURA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 
The following instruction is designed to assist t he technician or customer in the basic steps of 
installing Acura products and makes the assumpti on that commonsense and previous experience 
will aid in the installation. Safety and caution must  always take precedence in the installation o
electrical or mechanical system. The correct tools,  parts, fasteners, safety equipment as we
instructions, diagrams and schematics must be  gathered, reviewed or made available prior to 
beginning the process of installation. 
The installer is required to prepare in advance the work area and see that the electrical or 
mechanical needs of the project are in place before  starting and that any other possible interfer
are addressed.  A review of the Installation Check Li st is critical since this list needs to be checked
off and a copy sent back to the supplier so it ca n be attached to the Customer file. All projects 
require the filling out of appropriate forms or else warranty may be limited. 
he list a
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are part of a process of total qual ity management and will help the installer to be in control of the 
project.  
 
Please refer to caution and installation guides pr ovided with each piece of equipment, componen
accessory. 
In order to receive the best performance out  of a new Acura computer system all components 
should be installed in a way that allows for ease  of operation by customer’s trained personnel or 
trainer under regular operating conditions. 
Please take a moment to check off the followi ng boxes so the undersigned can verify that the 
nstallation is complete and operational. If something  is not working a
i
please inform the installer immediately so that th e problem can be fixed as promptly as poss
Follow up with a Corrective Action Report (CAR) where appropriate. 
 
Below are some points or conditions to watch out for: (Please initial them off as you 
proceed)   
All parts, components and accessories are received and prepared
 
Areas to receive equipment are clear and free from obstruction 
 
The mounting system selected is  appropriate for the apparatus. 
 
Before attaching brackets make sure there are no hidde
 
n fluid or wiring obstructions  
Use appropriate fasteners and backing as required. 
  
Ensure  Power Sources  are identified and adequate to operate system without ov
available battery reserve. An Amp  hould be completed and additional battery
capacity addressed. Power is direc  to a distribution fused block. 
 
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Before attaching any wiring be sure that power leads are correctly fused and 
identified ( + or –) as well as correct voltage and wire size (12 ga power supp
Caution:  Incorrect connection of wires will affect  the electronics and will void 
(Burnt wiring and blown circuitry is evidence of improper installation)  correctly 
ly minimum)   – 
f RF 
pplicable  sonnel 
Note: Check twice install once. 
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Unit Number: ____________ 
 Number: ___________________________ 
Notes: 
Toll Fr 02-9666
 
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warranty
  
Fasteners will require lock washers, wa shers, isolation or proper grounding  
 
Computer is adequately hidden and out of the way ye
entilation.  t readily accessible with good 
v
  
ouch screen is mounted securely to the apparatus. 
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ouch screen is in a location where desired user/s can comfortably operate the unit 
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nit is fully functional while the engine or radio of the apparatus is running and free o
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onnections, components or accessories are  n ot impeding the duties of per
C sonnel 
 
Factory operating system (locked) and  all factory applications are functional 
 
All service personnel and trainers understand the components and wiring for all a
systems as well as In-line fuses are accessible and their locations are known 
 
Administrative controls for systems are  in the hands of trained service per
 For Assistance call your sales and servic e representative first for guidance.
 
 
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  Print Name       Signature of Chief or Representat e of signature
 
  
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Customer 
Name: ____________________________________ 
Location: _____________ ____________________ 
Serial Number: _________ ___________________ 
VIN Number: _____________________
 
Date Installed: _____________________________ 
Who Installed: _____________________________ 
Contact
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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