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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| | + | [[File:Bend usb cable using hot air gun.jpg|none|thumb|If needed, 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]] | ||
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[[File:Connect usb cable to pc.jpg|none|thumb|Tuck the excess USB cable under the PCB and connect the USB header connector to the PC.|640x640px]] | [[File:Connect usb cable to pc.jpg|none|thumb|Tuck the excess USB cable under the PCB and connect the USB header connector to the PC.|640x640px]] | ||
[[File:Connected usb cables.jpg|none|thumb|Ensure that the USB header connector is well seated and that the adjacent connectors have not been knocked out.|640x640px]] | [[File:Connected usb cables.jpg|none|thumb|Ensure that the USB header connector is well seated and that the adjacent connectors have not been knocked out.|640x640px]] | ||
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+ | = Network configuration = | ||
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+ | Make sure the networking is configured correctly for a specific modem type and operator. | ||
+ | Please contact your service provider for details like AP name (example: "telstra.m2m" for Australian Telstra M2M plans), Password, Username and Phone (number) to dial. | ||
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+ | The [[Mobile network configuration]] in the observatory PC operating system has moved to a separate wiki page. |
Latest revision as of 03:02, 8 February 2022
Note: these instructions are for DFN camera systems equipped with blue PCB modem adaptor board (see images below). For DFN observatories with green PCB modem adaptor board please refer to DFN Modem Installation - Green card.
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). It is also a good idea to verify that the selected modem will support the frequencies/bands used by your operator in the area.
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.
Network configuration
Make sure the networking is configured correctly for a specific modem type and operator. Please contact your service provider for details like AP name (example: "telstra.m2m" for Australian Telstra M2M plans), Password, Username and Phone (number) to dial.
The Mobile network configuration in the observatory PC operating system has moved to a separate wiki page.