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[[File:Screw in modem bracket.jpg|none|thumb|Fasten the modem bracket using the two large screws and the threaded holes below the PCB.|640x640px]] | [[File:Screw in modem bracket.jpg|none|thumb|Fasten the modem bracket using the two large screws and the threaded holes below the PCB.|640x640px]] | ||
[[File:Slide bracket to the right.jpg|none|thumb|Ensure the bracket is installed as far to the right as possible to allow the connector to clear the PCB standoff above the modem bracket.|640x640px]] | [[File:Slide bracket to the right.jpg|none|thumb|Ensure the bracket is installed as far to the right as possible to allow the connector to clear the PCB standoff above the modem bracket.|640x640px]] | ||
| − | [[File:Bend usb cable using hot air gun.jpg|none|thumb|Use a hot air gun to bend the USB cable out of the way of the modem.|640x640px]] | + | [[File:Bend usb cable using hot air gun.jpg|none|thumb|Use a hot air gun to bend the external USB connector cable out of the way of the modem.|640x640px]] |
[[File:Install modem with connector under pcb.jpg|none|thumb|Lift one side of the PCB to clear the modem's USB connector which should face upwards.|640x640px]] | [[File:Install modem with connector under pcb.jpg|none|thumb|Lift one side of the PCB to clear the modem's USB connector which should face upwards.|640x640px]] | ||
[[File:Installed modem.jpg|none|thumb|Firmly slide the modem into the bracket ensuring it reaches the bottom. (The slots in the bracket may require some filing.)|640x640px]] | [[File:Installed modem.jpg|none|thumb|Firmly slide the modem into the bracket ensuring it reaches the bottom. (The slots in the bracket may require some filing.)|640x640px]] | ||
Revision as of 11:36, 9 January 2019
The DFNEXT observatories usually ship without modems as many of them are deployed with WiFi or Ethernet connectivity and different areas of the world require different modems.
If you wish to network your DFNEXT observatory via mobile broadband instead of WiFi or Ethernet you need to source a modem and request a modem installation care package from DFN Camera Help. You will also need a 2FF ("standard") sized SIM with an active data plan.
The recommended modems are the Sierra Wireless AirPrime MC Series MC7455 (for the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa) and the MC7430 (for Asia Pacific including Australia).
Installation Steps
Once you have the modem, installation care package (containing the modem adaptor board, USB cable, modem bracket and screws) and a SIM card, you can install the modem by following the steps bellow.
