OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Version 08/12 GSM Remote Switching/Measuring/Alarm System GX110 Item no. 19 92 85
Table of Contents Page 1. Introduction... 4 2. Intended Use... 4 3. Explanation of Symbols... 5 4. Scope of Delivery... 5 5. Safety Information... 6 6. Operating conditions... 7 7. Input Function Overview... 7 8. Output Function Overview... 8 9. GSM Module Connections... 9 10. Required Steps and Information for Commissioning... 11 a) Software Installation... 11 b) SIM Card Configuration... 11 c) General Settings of the Control Software... 12 d) General Information on Text Messages... 12 e) SMS Service... 12 f) General Information on Email... 12 g) Email with SMTP and GPRS... 13 11. Initial Commissioning of the GSM Module (Test Configuration)... 14 12. General Information on the Status Button... 18 13. Determination of Phone Numbers... 19 14. Response / Error Message... 20 a) Response... 20 b) Error Message... 20 15. Installation and Configuration of the Outputs... 21 a) INCALL Output... 21 b) SMS Outputs SMS1 to SMS4... 22 c) Temperature Outputs TMP1 to TMP4... 23 d) Alarm Output ALA... 25 e) Flash-Output FLS... 25 f) Inverter Output INV... 25 g) Delay Output DEL... 26 h) Logic Output LOG... 27 16. Installation and Configuration of the Inputs... 28 a) Inputs IN1 and IN2 (2 Optocouplers)... 28 b) ADC Input... 29 17. SMS Service... 30 18. Photo Requirement... 30 19. Final Assembly... 31 2
Page 20. Troubleshooting... 32 a) Possible Errors during Communication... 32 b) Possible Errors during Logon... 32 c) Possible Errors during Response... 32 d) Possible Errors during INCALL... 33 e) Possible Errors of TEMP1-4... 33 f) Possible Errors of IN1 and IN2... 33 g) Possible Errors of ADC... 33 h) Possible Errors of SMS1... 34 i) Possible Errors of the SMS Service... 34 21. Circuit Example... 35 22. Maintenance and Repair... 35 23. Disposal... 35 24. Declaration of Conformity (DOC)... 35 25. Technical Data... 36 3
1. Introduction Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this product. This product complies with the statutory national and European requirements. These operating instructions are part of this product. They contain important notes on commissioning and handling. Also consider this if you pass on the product to any third party. Therefore, retain these operating instructions for reference! All company names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved. If there are any technical questions, contact: Tel. no.: +49 9604 / 40 88 80 Fax. no.: +49 9604 / 40 88 48 E-mail: tkb@conrad.de Mon. to Thur. 8.00am to 4.30pm, Fri. 8.00am to 2.00pm 2. Intended Use This GSM switching module is used for activating/deactivating devices via the GSM network, automatic temperature control, remote request of the status of all inputs and outputs and the generation of SMS and email messages. Matching this device, there is an expansion PCB with connectable camera with PIR sensor and an SD card holder. With the camera installed, an image is additionally generated for every email and this image is sent by email as an attachment. Apart from this, a current picture can be requested by text message. The safety information in these operating instructions always has to be observed! To take the GSM module into operation properly, the steps indicated in the operating instructions must be performed strictly in the indicated order. Non-observance may lead to functions not being warranted, configuration being impossible and/or the SIM card being locked by the GSM module. This product is not a toy and not suitable for children under 14 years of age. Observe all safety information in these operating instructions. They contain important information on handling of the product. You should also heed the additional safety instructions in each chapter of these instructions. 4
3. Explanation of Symbols This symbol is used when your health is at risk, e.g. from an electric shock. The symbol with the exclamation mark points out particular dangers associated with handling, function or operation. The Hand symbol indicates special advice and operating information. 4. Scope of Delivery GSM module Control software USB cable GSM aerial Closing plug Operating instructions (on CD) The following components not included in the delivery of the GSM module are also required for assembly and operation: An activated SIM card from any provider A mobile phone without Sim lock (to configure the SIM card of the GSM module) Power supply 5-30 V/DC, 1 A (e.g. solar rechargeable battery or stabilised mains adapter) Suitable connection lines for supply voltage and connection of the in- and outputs Optionally, depending on use of the in- and outputs, you additionally need up to 12 relays (Conrad item no. 502892) or relay PCBs (Conrad item no. 585498) Optionally, depending on use of the in- and outputs, you need 1 or 2 temperature sensors (e.g. Conrad item no. 198896) Additionally, you require an email address with an email provider where you can log in with a password. 5
5. Safety Information This GSM module left the factory in perfect condition in terms of safety engineering. The user must observe the safety instructions and warnings contained in these operating instructions to preserve this condition and to ensure safe operation. Please read the operating instructions completely before commissioning. They contain important information for correct operation. The guarantee/warranty will expire if damage is incurred resulting from non-compliance with the operating instructions! We do not assume any liability for consequential damage! We do not assume any liability for property damage and personal injury caused by improper use or non-compliance with the safety instructions! In such cases the warranty/guarantee is voided. The GSM module is equipped with highly integrated components. Electronic components are very sensitive to static electricity discharge. Only touch the GSM module PCB by the edges and avoid contact with the pins of the components on the circuit board. The unauthorized conversion and/or modification of the GSM module control is inadmissible for safety and approval reasons (CE). When handling products that may come into contact with electric voltage, observe the valid VDE regulations, especially VDE 0100, VDE 0550/0551, VDE 0700, VDE 0711 and VDE 0860. Contact an expert if you have any doubts about how the GSM module works or about how to connect it. The GSM module may only be operated after it has been installed scoop-proof in the casing. Never remove the SIM card in current operation! The power/voltage must be switched off when installing the GSM module. All wiring work must be performed with the voltage/power switched off. Contact with water or moisture must be avoided at all times. Do not operate the GSM module in rooms or under unfavourable conditions where combustible gases, vapours or dust are or may be present. There is a danger of explosion! Before taking the GSM module into operation, always check it and its cables for damage. If you find any damage, the product must not be used. Do not switch the GSM module immediately after it has been taken from a cold to a warm environment. The condensation that forms might destroy your device. Let the device reach ambient temperature before switching it on. Do not leave packaging material unattended. It may become a dangerous toy for children. In schools, training centres, computer and self-help workshops, handling of technical devices must be supervised by trained personnel in a responsible manner. At industrial sites, the accident prevention regulations of the association of the industrial workers societies for electrical equipment and utilities must be followed. Use other than that described above can lead to damage to the product and may involve additional risks such as, for example, short circuits, fire, electrical shock etc. If it can be assumed that safe operation is no longer possible, the GSM module must be turned off and secured against inadvertent operation. It can be assumed that safe operation is no longer possible if: - the device shows any visible damage, - the device no longer functions, - the device was stored under unfavourable conditions or - if it was subjected to heavy stress during transport. 6
6. Operating conditions The GMS module must be operated at direct voltage between 5-30 V/DC. For operation free of defects, the power source must be able to deliver a current of at least 1000 ma without voltage drop. It is not important whether supply is provided by a rechargeable battery (e.g. solar rechargeable battery) or a suitable mains adapter with stabilised output. When installing the GSM module, ensure a sufficient cable cross-section of the connection lines. The GMS module should be installed in an area protected from splashing water. It can be installed in any position. Reception for the provider whose SIM card you want to use in the GSM module must be free of interferences at the mounting site of the GSM module or the GMS aerial; its field strength must be as high as possible. 7. Input Function Overview This GSM module has 9 inputs. Every input can send an SMS or email as information upon a previously defined input signal. Observe the maximum input voltage of 2 V at the two temperature inputs (T1, T2), 14 V at the ADC and the maximum input voltage of 12 V/DC at the six optocoupler inputs (IN1, IN2, two LOG, DEL, INV)! The following inputs are available: Two digital inputs IN1 and IN2 that recognise and indicate pre-defined digital switching conditions ( high or low ) at input voltages between 0-12 V/DC. These inputs are used, e.g. for smoke detectors, burglary alarms (current loops that are interrupted) or outputs of an alarm system. Two digital inputs IN1 and IN2 that recognise and indicate pre-defined digital switching conditions ( high or low ) at input voltages between 0-12 V/DC depending on each other and switch the output LOG. Then the two inputs can be logically linked. This link is applied when, e.g., a burglary alarm can be activated via a timer. A digital input DEL that recognises and indicates digital switching conditions high or low defined in advance at input voltages between 0-12 V/DC) and switches the output DEL on or off with a time delay. An activation delay is applied.e.g. to activate an alarm system so that there is still time to leave the room. Deactivation delays are found, e.g. at fan lag. A digital input INV that recognises and indicates digital switching conditions high or low defined in advance at input voltages between 0-12 V/DC). and switches the output INV. It inverts the output at each rising flank at the input and thus turns each button input into the ON/OFF function of a switch. This input is used, e.g. for power surges switches with several switches controlling a joint consumer as in the case of several light buttons in a hallway. Two temperature inputs T1 and T2 are used for temperature measurement and control. One temperature sensor each (e.g. Conrad item no. 198896) can be connected to the two temperature inputs. These inputs are used, e.g. to monitor room temperatures and for targeted control of heating systems. An analogue input ( ADC ) can record and indicate measurement results. The input measurement range is 0-14 V/DC. If this voltage range is not sufficient for your applications, voltage separators can be used for corresponding adjustment. For this, observe the additional notes in chapter Analogue Input (ADC) in these operating instructions. The analogue input is used, e.g. for fill level indicators (with slowly changing analogue voltages of 0 to 14 V). 7
8. Output Function Overview The GSM module has 14 outputs to which one red LED for status display is connected each. Each output is assigned a specific function or input signal. The GSM module has the following outputs: The Incall output can be switched via an incoming call. For this, the GSM module already has a relay firmly assigned to this function. The relay has a potential-free contact (for max. permissible load values see chapter Technical Data ) and is activated by incoming call. The switching duration can be set in 12 steps. This output is used, e.g. for garage door openers, house door lighting, ventilation, etc. The four SMS outputs are activated by SMS command and can switch devices on or off depending on command. The output SMS1 has a relay already connected (for max. permissible load values, see chapter Technical Data ). A relay (e.g. Conrad item no. 502892) or the relay PCB (Conrad item no. 585498) can be directly connected to the remaining outputs. The connection purpose of the outputs can be used individually according to the Incall output. The four temperature outputs switch the respective outputs on and off according to pre-set temperature thresholds. You may connect one relay each (Conrad item no. 502892) or to the relay PCB (Conrad item no. 585498) to these outputs and thus perform switching processes, e.g. a fan for cooling or a radiator for heating. The alarm output ALA is activated when a text message and/or email was sent. It can be triggered from each input. A relay (Conrad item no. 502892) or the relay PCB (Conrad item no. 585498) can be connected to this output and thus control, e.g. an alarm buzzer or flash light. The output FLS is activated each time a picture is recorded. A relay (Conrad item no. 502892) or the relay PCB (Conrad item no. 585498) can be connected to this output if you want to assess that a picture has been taken. The output INV is reversed at each rising flank at the input. A relay (e.g. Conrad item no. 502892) or the relay PCB (Conrad item no. 585498) can be directly connected to the output. This is used, e.g. for power surge switches with several switches controlling a joint consumer as in the case of several light buttons in a hallway. The output DEL can switch on and/or off with a delay when the input is switched. A relay (e.g. Conrad item no. 502892) or the relay PCB (Conrad item no. 585498) can be directly connected to the output. An activation delay may be used for delayed activation of an alarm system. A deactivation delays is used, e.g. at a fan lag or in staircase lighting. The output LOG can switch depending on both inputs. A relay (e.g. Conrad item no. 502892) or the relay PCB (Conrad item no. 585498) can be directly connected to the output. The logic output can monitor, e.g., a burglary alarm that is to be activated only via a timer. 8
9. GSM Module Connections 1 Operating voltage connection 2 Analogue input ADC 3 Temperature sensor input T1 and T2 4 Digital input INV 5 Digital input DEL 6 Two digital inputs LOG 7 Two digital inputs IN1 and IN2 8 Incall output 9 SMS1 to SMS4 output 10 TMP1 to TMP4 output 11 Output ALA 12 Output FLS 13 Output INV 14 Output DEL 15 Output LOG 16 USB Connection 17 LED-display for GSM function 18 Connection for GSM aerial Figure 1 Description of the Connections: 1 Connection for the operating voltage of 5 to 30 V/DC. Minus/- is connected to the left screw terminal and Plus/+ to the right terminal. Never connect a higher voltage and always observe polarity! 2 Connection for the analogue input to measure a voltage of 0 to 14 V/DC. The input signal is connected to the centre screw terminal and the Minus/- to the right terminal. 4 V/DC are applied to the left terminal. 3 Connection for both temperature sensors (Conrad item no. 198896): Plus/+ (white) is connected to the left screw terminal, the signal (red) to the centre and Minus/- (black) to the right screw terminal. Inputs (see figure 1, items 4 to 7): Minus/- is connected to the left screw terminal and Plus/+ to the right terminal. Observe the maximum input voltage of 12 V/DC at the optocoupler inputs (as of approx. 2.5 V/DC, the digital input signal is recognised as High ). 4 Connection for the digital inverter input ( INV ) 5 Connection for the digital delay input ( DEL ) 6 Connection for the two digital logic inputs ( LOG ) 7 Connection for the two digital optocoupler inputs ( IN1 / IN2") 9
Outputs (see figure 1, items 8 to 15): A relay is already installed to the INCALL output (see figure 1, item 8) and the output SMS1 ; it can be used to switch 8 A at 250 V/AC or 30 V/DC. Minus/- is connected to the left screw terminal and Plus/+ to the right terminal. A relay (Conrad item no. 502892) or the relay PCB (Conrad item no. 585498) can be directly connected to the screw terminals. Red LEDs are applied to all outputs. The LEDs light up once an output is activated and thus serve as status LEDs. 8 Connection of the INCALL output 9 Connection of the four outputs SMS1 to SMS4 10 Connection of the four temperature outputs TMP1 to TMP4 11 Connection of the alarm output ALA 12 Connection of the photo output FLS 13 Connection of the inverter output INV 14 Connection of the delay output DEL 15 Connection of the logic output LOG 16 USB Port: The GSM module is connected to a free USB port of your computer via this connection with the included mini USB cable. 17 LED-display for GSM function: Once the GSM switching module has logged on to the GSM network, this LED flashes briefly about every 3 seconds. 18 Connection for GSM aerial When the module no longer reacts (e.g. at strong EMC impulses, electrostatic discharge, etc.), the module must be disconnected from the operating voltage and reconnected. 10
10. Required Steps and Information for Commissioning Important! To take the GSM module into operation properly, the following steps must be performed strictly in the indicated order. Non-observance may lead to functions not being warranted, configuration being impossible and/or the SIM card being locked by the GSM module. a) Software Installation Before taking up any work at the GSM module, you have to install the control software and the required drivers on your computer. To do so proceed as follows: Place the CD in the appropriate drive of your computer. If auto start is activated on your computer, the installation will start from CD automatically (programme setup.bat ). If auto start is not activated, open the CD s main directory and start the file setup.bat by double-clicking (but not setup.exe ). Follow the instructions on the screen. Once the control software is installed on your computer, the required drivers must be installed. To install the COM port driver ( CP210xVCPInstaller.exe ), observe the notes on your screen. The current driver versions are available online at www.silabs.com. After successful installation, close the control software again. b) SIM Card Configuration To be able to configure the GSM module via the software later, the intended SIM card must be configured before initial use. For this, you require a mobile phone without SIM lock. For configuration, observe the notes of the SIM card and the operating instructions of your mobile phone. Proceed as follows to configure the SIM card: Insert the SIM card intended for the GSM module in any SIM lock-free mobile phone. Check the SIM card PIN according to the provider information. The PIN must have four digits and no spaces. If necessary, generate a new PIN and write it down. Activate PIN query on the SIM card (PIN query is active if the mobile phone asks for the PIN after activation). Save the changes on the SIM card. Try out the reception quality with your mobile phone (usually displayed on the mobile phone). Find the best reception quality at the site where the GSM aerial is to be placed and mark this position. The GSM aerial installation site should be as far as possible (within a distance of approx. 2.5 meters) from the installation site of the GSM module and enable interference-free reception with high field strength. Radio network field strengths like for mobile phones may often be subject to extreme fluctuations due to external influences like weather or sources of interference. For secure function of the GSM module, we therefore recommend choosing a site with the highest field strength for the GSM aerial. Then remove your SIM card from the mobile phone again. 11
c) General Settings of the Control Software Use the button D/E to switch the program language between German and English in the control software. The help file is opened in the corresponding language. Click the button General Settings. An interface appears for entering the SIM card s PIN number, the desired phone numbers (PHONE) and email addresses (MAIL). Also observe the notes and figures in the chapter Initial Commissioning of the GSM Module. d) General Information on Text Messages The phone number must be transmitted so that the module can see who called or sent an SMS! Refer to the manual of your mobile phone to see how to activate this function. Contact your provider for the current prices and settings. You may enter up to 12 phone numbers in Phone. You need to enter all phone numbers from which the module can be called or receive a text message and to which the module is to be able to send a text message. The phone numbers should be entered in international format, e.g. as +491701234567. To check the format in which your phone number arrives, call the module and check the status display in the software. When calling the module and sending a text message to the GSM module, the phone s number must be transmitted. Phone numbers are limited to 16 digits. For a better overview, you may enter any name for the phone number that is then displayed when selecting a phone number in the software. e) SMS Service In Communication, an SMS can be generated and sent out in the SMS Service. For this, the GSM module must be activated and logged on to the GSM network. The message text is limited to 160 digits. Umlauts (ä, ö, ü) cannot be entered. Click SMS Service in Communication and enter the SMS text. The button Send SMS shows how many characters are left of the 160. Enter your mobile phone number below. Now push the button Send SMS in current operation. The module sends an SMS with this text to your mobile phone. If an SMS from the GSM module does not arrive, the reason may be too little credit on your prepaid card or a wrong phone number may be indicated. f) General Information on Email GPRS and SMTP must be set up in General Settings for sending out emails. GPRS also must be released on the SIM card. GPRS The email data are sent to your provider via a data connection (not via a text message, etc.). For this, your SIM card establishes a GPRS connection to your provider that assigns an IP address to the module. The set port can then be opened and SMTP activated. SMTP Then the module logs on to your mail provider using your email address and loggs in with your password to send an email for you. You are generally the dispatcher of this email. Depending on the provider, the email services may cause additional costs. Generally, the following rule applies: If your provider or the GSM network does not entirely support the features Sending an email, the services are not available in spite of the configuration settings being activated. Contact your provider for the current prices and settings. 12
g) Email with SMTP and GPRS For sending (photo) emails, you have to indicate the GPRS settings of the provider of the inserted SIM card. If you indicate your provider in SIM, the right GPRS connection and IP address are set automatically. If your desired setting is not among these, enter it at other providers. The SMTP mail outbox must be entered in SMTP (e.g. smtp.web.de). Additionally, the port number must be entered. Most freemail providers require port number 25 to be entered. Enter your email address and the associated password of your email address in the lower part of the SMTP area. This password, with which you log on to your mail provider as well, must not be longer than 15 digits and is only displayed encrypted. You can enter up to 4 email addresses ( MAIL ) in General Settings (e.g. max.mustermann@conrad.de). You have to enter all email addresses to which the GSM module is supposed to send an email. Email addresses are limited to 35 digits. For a better overview, you may enter any name for the email address that is then displayed when selecting email addresses in the software. Attention! The GSM module is an autonomously working alarm notification device. Wrong settings or connections can cause undesired SMS to be sent and possibly considerable costs! Also consider that international sending of messages or commands will cause further additional costs for your mobile phone as well as for the SIM card inserted in the GSM module. Never enter the phone number that belongs to the SIM card that is inserted in the module in the control software! This may cause the module to send an SMS to itself during switching. Once this self-sent SMS is received, another answer will be generated, etc.! This endless loop may cause considerable costs! Ensure good, operationally safe installation. Avoid loose contacts. Sensible threshold values should be set for sensor input and control. Temperature thresholds like switching on the heating at 20 C and off at 21 C may cause frequent and undesired switching processes and sending of SMS messages. Generally, the GSM module can monitor all inputs (sensors) at the same time and indicate their changes. Commands from the outside can be processed at the same time. The GSM module processes all events in the order in which they occurred. This GSM module can be used to send a switching command to another GSM module. In this case, the second device (message receiver) must not have return answer activated! Connect the computer initially, try out the desired function and monitor all messages in the software s STATUS display! 13
11. Initial Commissioning of the GSM Module (Test Configuration) At initial commissioning, observe that the removed PCB is not short-circuited by metal or live parts. When connecting the operating voltage, always ensure correct polarity. Avoid short circuits at the GSM module connections. If this is not observed, the GSM module will be destroyed. In such cases, any warranty/guarantee will expire! We recommend the easiest possible configuration for initial commissioning. For this reason, you should initially only enter the PIN and a device designation. All other input options for your device configuration should only be performed after successful verification of the basic configuration at a later time. First commissioning requires an operating voltage, aerial, USB cable and a SIM card. Observe the following notes in the order as indicated: Open the GSM module s casing. Remove the three screws in the GSM module that attach the PCB. Carefully lift the PCB from the casing. Connect the connection cable of the supply voltage to the intended clamps on the PCB in the correct polarity (see chapter 9, figure 1, item 1). Important! Do not switch on the supply voltage yet! The SIM card must not be installed yet! Install the USB drivers and application software first with the CD. Connect the USB cable from the delivery to the GSM module and to a free port of your running computer. The computer recognises a new (virtual) COM port. Check which COM port was set up in your operating system s device manager. If the COM port number specified for the GSM module is bigger than 9 (.e.g. COM10, COM11...), the COM port must be moved. For this, open the device manager in your computer s system settings in Properties / Connection Settings / More... / COM-Port Number and determine a free COM port below COM10 for the control software. 14
Switch on the supply voltage now. Start the GSM module control software on your computer. Select the COM port determined in your operating system s device manager in the software under Communication. Then click Status and check whether a connection has been established. The GSM module has to indicate that the PINCODE is not correct yet ( PINCODE FALSCH! WARTE AUF DATEN = WRONG PINCODE! WAITING FOR DATA... ). Now enter the PINCODE in the control software under General Settings. Here you have to enter the four-digit PIN of the inserted SIM card. The PIN query on the SIM card must be activated (meaning when you insert the SIM card in a mobile phone and turn it on, the PIN query must appear!). A device designation of up to 16 characters can be entered for the module. During each SMS, the module sends out this name at the beginning of the message so that it can be recognised. 15
Send the change to the module in Communication (click the button Send ). The message All data transferred! must appear. Switch off the operating voltage again. The saved data is preserved in the module even after switching the operating voltage off and on again. To permanently save the input in the control software on your computer, click the button Save. Now insert the SIM card. For this, push back and open the lock of the SIM card holder on the rear of the PCB. Insert the SIM card with the contacts pointing down and the cut corner to the top. Close and lock the holder again. The SIM card contacts must push on the PCB contacts after folding in. Always ensure that the SIM card folder lid has latched correctly and is thus securely closed. Unwind the GSM aerial cable and connect the aerial to the aerial socket on the PCB (figure 1, item 18). The aerial plug must latch audibly. Switch on the operating voltage again. The green GSM-LED (figure 1, item 17) starts flashing shortly after this. The module now tries to log on to the GSM network. If the green LED flashes quickly 1 second on / 1 second off, the GSM module is trying to log on to the GSM network. This flashing is shown after transfer of new data from the computer to the GSM module as well because this causes a restart to be performed. After successful logon, the green LED flashes slowly (short flash / approx. 3 seconds break). Click the button Status in the menu item Communication of the control software to display the inputs and outputs of the GSM module. The GSM module has to log on to the GSM network (if this has not been done already) and indicate the condition of all inputs and outputs. Also observe the further notes in chapter 12. After complete transfer of the new configuration to the GSM module, the GSM module will restart. Once the green GSM LED flashes slowly (LED on for 1 second, then 3 seconds break), the status of all inputs and outputs can be displayed. 16
Due to the great number of SIM cards and providers on the market, you may receive the message Wrong pin code! Waiting for data in the status window in spite of the SIM PIN being set correctly and the configuration being transmitted correctly. In this case, take a different provider s card, perform the required changes to the configuration according to the instructions and test the GSM module again. If this does not work, use the contact information listed in item 1 of these operating instructions. Attention! Without inserted SIM card (or in case of a wrong PIN), the GSM module will enter programming mode. If the PIN is incorrect, the SIM card will be locked after the third failed log-in attempt! In both cases, the green LED next to the aerial connection will flash quickly (1 second on / 1 second off). A card locked by the GSM module can only be unlocked in a SIM lock-free mobile phone with the super PIN (see SIM card documentation). Check the device configuration and the SIM card inserted in the GSM module. You can assign a password with which everyone sending the password can switch. This makes it possible to switch the 4 SMS outputs and request an SMS response from any mobile phone. The password must not be longer than 8 digits (also see the example in the chapter 4 Text Message Outputs ). For sending emails, you have to indicate the provider of the inserted SIM card. GPRS must be activated on the SIM card for sending and receiving of emails. Your provider must support the feature Sending email. If this is not the case, this function will not be available even if they are activated in the configuration settings. If you indicate your provider here, the correct GPRS address is automatically indicated ( internet.gprs for T-Mobile, web.vodafone.de for Vodafone D2, internet.eplus.de for E-Plus and internet for O2) and the IP-address. If your desired address and IP address are not among these, enter it at other providers. 17
12. General Information on the Status Button The module performs a reset and dials into the GSM network once a configuration has been transferred to the GSM module. Once the green GSM LED flashes slowly (LED on for 1 second, then 3 seconds break), the status of all inputs and outputs can be displayed in Communication. For this, set the COM interface recognised in the device manager. Click the button Status in the control software. Then a display similar to a response SMS appears (see chapter Response ), which is updated every second. If the GSM module has sent a message, the message SMS sent or EMAIL sent appears. If no reception is possible, NO NET! is displayed. In this case, check the receiver quality at the location of the GSM aerial with a mobile phone. Also note that the GSM aerial should be attached as far away from the GSM module as possible. If the GSM module is presently being called, Call detected and the phone number appear and the green GSM LED is permanently lit. If the GSM module has received an SMS, SMS received appears: and the SMS content is displayed for approx. one minute. Important! Generally, the GSM module only recognises changes that are pending for at least 250 milliseconds at the six digital inputs (IN1, IN2, LOG, LOG, DEL, INV) or that are pending for at least one second at the analogue inputs (ADC, T1, T2). If you have sent a new configuration to the GSM module, the GSM module will restart automatically. The GSM module takes about one minute after restart before it can perform any changes to the sensors or commands. This waiting time must be strictly observed! You have about one minute after restart to apply a voltage without sending a text message and/or email. The following information is displayed at the status request: Display Control Software Meaning T1 = 0C The temperature at temperature sensor 1 is 0 C T2 = 0C The temperature at temperature sensor 2 is 0 C TMP1-4 = L,L,L,L The control outputs TMP1 to TMP4 are off (L = low) IN1-2 = L,L The control outputs IN1 to IN2 are open (L = low) ADC = 75 mv 75 mv were measured at input ADC INCALL = L The control input INCALL is not active (L = low) SMS1-4 = L,L,L,L The control outputs SMS1 to SMS4 are off (L = low) LOGIC = L,L=L The control input LOG is off (L = low) DELAY = L The control input DEL is off (L = low) INVERT = L The control input INV is off (L = low) ALARM = L The control input ALA is off (L = low) BILDER = 0 No pictures have been saved PEGEL = 80% The reception level in the GSM network is 80 percent The status request values indicated in the chapter are only examples to display the indicated values and may deviate depending on progress of your configuration. 18
The following values apply for the Level display value: Status indicator Bar display control software Meaning 0% 5 red bars no reception or not logged in 1 to 20% 1 red bar no reception 21 to 36% 1-2 green bars bad reception 37 to 56% 3 green bars minimum permissible reception strength 57 to 76% 4 green bars good reception 77 to 100% 5 green bars good to very good reception 13. Determination of Phone Numbers You can store up to 12 phone numbers in the control software under Phone in General Settings. You need to enter all phone numbers from which the module can be called or receive a text message and to which the module is to be able to send a text message. The phone numbers should be entered in international format (e.g. +491701234567). Phone numbers are limited to 16 digits. Enter the phone number of your mobile phone with which you want to call the GSM module or be informed by the GSM module by SMS in the top line of the left column for test purposes. Now save all settings of the control software by pushing the button Save. Send the data to the GSM module by clicking the button Send. The message All data has been transmitted! must appear. Basic configuration is now complete. For further configuration and installation, we recommend testing all functions before final assembly. When calling the GSM module and sending an SMS to the GSM module, the mobile phone s number must be transmitted. The GSM module can inform up to 4 email addresses in addition to the phone number saved. They are input after selection of the button Mail according to the Phone input. The information stored in the column Name serves only assignment of phone numbers in the control software. The names entered can only be read on your computer and are not transmitted in GSM module messages. 19
14. Response / Error Message a) Response The GSM module can send a response SMS stating the conditions of all inputs and outputs (status display -> also see chapter Status Button ). For this, an SMS with the text message text saved in the GSM module is sent to the GSM module. The GSM module response is sent to the number that sent the SMS. The message text must contain no more than 8 characters. Also observe capitalisation. Enter Reply as message text in the control software at Response / Error. Select the phone number of your mobile phone (also see following chapter Determination of the Phone Numbers ). Send the new configuration back to the GSM module by clicking the button Send. The message All data has been transmitted! must appear. Send an SMS with the text Reply to the GSM module after a status message is provided. The status window must display the incoming SMS with text and phone number. The response of the GSM module also must arrive on your mobile phone as an SMS in which the status of all inputs and outputs is displayed (similar to the status window in the control software). Example: You are sending an SMS to the GSM module with the text that is stored in the GSM module as Response / Error Message (e.g. Reply ). The GSM module responds with, e.g.: CONRAD GX110 T1=23C, T2=27C, TMP1-4=L,L,L,L, IN1-2=L,L, ADC=0mV, INCALL=L, SMS1-4=H,L,L,L, LOG=L, DEL=L, INV=L, ALARM=H, BILDER=0, PEGEL=60% -ENDE- The above message means that the temperature sensor has measured 23 C at connection T1 and the sensor at connection T2 has measured a temperature of 27 C and that none of the 4 temperature outputs TMP1 to TMP4 has switched on. Both optocoupler inputs IN1 and IN2 are Low, the input ADC measures 0 mv, the output INCALL has not been activated, the output SMS1 is switched on and the outputs SMS2 to SMS4 are inactive. The output LOG is Low, the delay output DEL is Low, the output INV is Low, the output ALA is active, no pictures have been sorted ( BILDER =0 ) and the reception level is at 60% (i.e. reception is good). The status request values indicated in the chapter are only examples to display the indicated values and may deviate depending on progress of your configuration or the measured values of the sensors connected. b) Error Message The GSM module can return an error message with a defined message text if it receives an unknown or wrong command (e.g. ERROR ). This makes sense for the fast detection of wrong input (e.g. in case of a typing error). The response is sent to the phone number that sent the SMS. Example: You send an SMS to the GSM module with the unknown command (e.g. RRRR). The GSM module responds with: ERROR 20
15. Installation and Configuration of the Outputs a) INCALL Output The INCALL output switches on for a defined time when the GSM module is called. Because the GSM module does not pick up, this is free of charge! Just call the GSM module and let it ring a few times. Then the INCALL output switches on for the time set in the control software and then off again automatically. This is ideal, e.g., for a garage door opener or front door light. The activation time can be set in 12 stages from 0.2 seconds to 4 hours. Proceed as follows to use the INCALL output: Enter the phone number of the phone with which you want to call in the top line of Phone in General Settings. The phone number must be entered in international format. Wrong: 01701234567 Correct: +491701234567 Click the checkbox Used in 1 Incall Output so that the checkmark appears. The INCALL output can now be configured. Click the switching duration 10 sec in 1 Incall output. For a selection of phone numbers, choose one of the following options: Everyone can call : The INCALL output switches the connected relay for any call received. or called by all : In this configuration, the GSM module can be controlled by any phone number stored in the control software in Phone. or from (recommended for initial commissioning): The GSM module can only be controlled by phone numbers selected by clicking them. The boxes in the first, left column correspond to phone numbers 1 to 4 from top down; those in the second, medium column, correspond to phone numbers 5 to 8 and those in the right column to phone numbers 9 to 12 as they were stored in the chapter Determination of Phone Numbers. Finally, send the change to the GSM module again in Communication (click button Send ). The message All data has been transferred! must appear. Now call the phone number of the SIM card inserted in the GSM module with your mobile phone. Let the phone ring a few times. The relay for the INCALL output (figure 1, item 8) now has to activate and a red indicator LED has to show this. The relay must deactivate again after approx. 10 seconds, and the control LED goes out. If the INCALL output function was correct, this function can be freely used from now on. To control a function, connect a device to the INCALL relay contacts. For this, observe the maximum permissible voltages and currents in the technical data and the diagram note for connection of a consumer by relay at the end of the operating instructions. Attention! If the control software is configured to Everybody can call, this output will activate at every call. This applies irrespective of whether the phone number is included in the phone list or not. Everyone who knows the phone number of the SIM card in the GSM module or calls it by accident (e.g. because he dials the wrong number) will be able to control the GSM module! The module activates even if no phone number is transmitted. Therefore, we recommend that you only select those phone numbers from your list that are allowed to activate this output. 21
b) SMS Outputs SMS1 to SMS4 The outputs SMS1 to SMS4 can be activated or deactivated by sending an SMS to the GSM module. A relay is already connected to the output SMS1. A relay (Conrad item no. 502892, not included in the delivery) or a relay PCB (Conrad item no. 585498, not included in the delivery) can be directly connected to the remaining outputs. Every SMS output has its own indicator LED that visually displays the activation process. The relay switching contacts can be used to close or open electrical circuits. A separate message text can be entered for each of the 4 outputs. For switching, send an SMS with the message text for the respective output with the appendix =1 for activation or =0 for deactivation (without quotes). When sending SMS, always observe that the Command texts from the mobile phone correspond precisely to the texts stored in the control software or the GSM module. Capitalisation must be observed here. The message text must contain no more than 8 characters. The command text must be followed by the command without any space (e.g. =1 for activate). Proceed as follows to configure the SMS outputs: Check Assigned for SMS1 in the control software, 4 SMS Outputs for the output SMS1 to be switched on. Enter the message text Output1. Every output must be assigned its own message or command text (e.g. Output1, Output2, etc.). Selection of the desired phone numbers is determined in output 1 and is valid for all four outputs. Select a phone number. The following options are available: Sent from everyone : The SMS output switches the targeted output for any SMS received. Attention! Configuration Sent from everyone in the control software means that the selected output will switch for any SMS with the correct message text. This applies irrespective of whether the phone number is included in the phone list or not. Everyone who knows the phone number of the SIM card in the GSM module or selects it by accident and sends the correct message text, may control the GSM module! The module activates even if no phone number is transmitted. Therefore, we recommend that you only select those phone numbers from your list that are allowed to activate this output. or sent from all : In this configuration, the GSM module can be controlled by any phone number stored in the control software in Phone. or from (recommended for initial commissioning): The GSM module can only be controlled by phone numbers selected by clicking them. The boxes in the first, left column correspond to phone numbers 1 to 4 from top down; those in the second, medium column, correspond to phone numbers 5 to 8 and those in the right column to phone numbers 9 to 12. Finally, send the change to the module again in Communication (click button Send ). The message All data has been transferred! must appear. Now send an SMS to the phone number of the SIM card inserted in the GSM module with your mobile phone. Use the message or command text with the annex =1 that was previously entered in the control software or GSM module. Selecting switch always if password sent means that the GSM module will always switch if the password in the text message is correct (and the command text is sent along). You can save a password in the control software in Communication (also see chapter 11, Initial Commissioning of the GSM module) 22
A response by SMS is only given to the phone numbers that have sent a correct command and are stored in the control software. Example: Test=1 The relay for SMS output 1 (figure 1, item 9) is switched on after receipt of the SMS. The indicator LED lights up. This condition remains active until the SMS output 1 is deactivated again with a new SMS. For this, send an SMS with the following text: Test=0 The relay for SMS output 1 (figure 1, item 9) is switched off after receipt of the SMS. The indicator LED goes out. If the SMS output 1 function was correct, this function can be freely used from now on. To control a function, connect a device to the SMS output 1 relay contacts. For this, observe the maximum permissible voltages and currents in the technical data and the diagram note for connection of a consumer by relay at the end of the operating instructions. A relay is already connected to the output SMS1. The SMS outputs 2 to 4 (figure 1, item 9) work according to SMS output 1. No relays are connected to these outputs. At your own discretion, the control voltage (approx. 4 V, max. 100 ma) can also directly affect other electronic circuits when the output is active. However, a relay (Conrad item no. 502892) or the relay PCB (Conrad item no. 585498) can also be be directly connected to these outputs. c) Temperature Outputs TMP1 to TMP4 Two temperature sensors (Conrad item no. 198896, not included in the delivery) can be connected to the two temperature inputs T1 and T2 (figure 1, item 3). Plus/+ (white) is connected to the left terminal, the signal (red) to the centre and Minus/- (black) to the right terminal. The sensor s temperature level can range between -40 C to +125 C. If only a single temperature sensor is used, the input T1 must be selected. If no sensor is connected, the middle input should be connected to the minus connection (-), for 0 C to be measured by it and issued. The outputs TMP1 to TMP4 (figure 1, item 10) are logically linked with the temperature control. A relay (Conrad item no. 502892, not included in the delivery) or a relay PCB (Conrad item no. 585498, not included in the delivery) can be directly connected to each of these outputs. There are two different operating modes: Area measurement and differential measurement. Area measurement: You can set a MAX, MIN and a TARGET temperature value for both temperature sensors. The TARGET value is the defined temperature for the control: If the MAX value is exceeded, output TMP1 (for sensor T1 ) or TMP3 (for sensor T2 ) is activated automatically (e.g. for a ventilator) until the temperature undercuts the TARGET value again. If the MIN value is undercut, the output TMP2 (for sensor T1 ) or TMP4 (for sensor T2 ) is activated (e.g. for a heater) until the TARGET value is exceeded again. This generates a hysteresis that prevents the outputs from switching on and off in turn all the time. Example: If you set the temperature value MIN to 10 C, the TARGET temperature value to 20 C and the MAX temperature value to 25 C), the output TMP1 is switched on when exceeding the MAX value (26 C) and switched off when reaching the TARGET value (20 C). When the temperature drops below the MIN value (9 C), the output TMP2 is switched on and only switched off again when the target temperature (20 C) is reached. 23
Differential measurement: In this case, only the temperature difference is controlled (e.g. forward/backward flow of a heater), meaning there is no TARGET temperature. Once the difference (T2-T1) exceeds the MAX value, the output TMP1 activates; if the difference (T2-T1) undercuts the MIN value, the output TMP2 activates. TMP1 and TMP2 are switched off once the temperature difference is again within the MIN and MAX range. TMP3 and TMP4 are not switched. Example: Input Min = 20 C means that the output TMP2 is activated if there is a difference of less/equal to 20 C between the sensor T2 and T1. Input Max = 50 C means that the output TMP1 is activated if there is a difference of more/equal to 50 C between the sensor T2 and T1. If a temperature of +65 C is measured at sensor T2 and +15 C at sensor T1, the output TMP1 switches on. If a temperature of +65 C is measured at sensor T2 and +45 C at sensor T1, the output TMP2 switches on. Between the two corner values +15 to +45 C, the outputs TMP1 and TMP2 remain inactive. Difference measurement means that the outputs TMP3 and TMP4 are not switched. This temperature control can additionally return a message: When exceeding the MAX temperature or undercutting the MIN temperature, the GSM module can return an automatically generated SMS of an email with the message text ALARM TEMP. Important! Generally, the GSM module only indicates changes that persist for at least one second or undercut/exceed the threshold value. If you have sent a new configuration to the GSM module, the GSM module will restart automatically. The GSM module takes only one minute after restart before it can perform any changes to the sensors or commands. This waiting time must be strictly observed! You have about one minute after restart to apply a voltage without sending a text message and/or email. To verify the temperature outputs, proceed as follows: Apply direct voltage between 1 and 2 V (e.g. a 1.5 V dry battery) to input T1. Never apply any voltage exceeding 2 V! Observe correct polarity. Connect the battery s minus pole to the right terminal - and the plus pole to the middle terminal T1. The control software status window must display a temperature in excess of 50 C and the message SMS sent must appear; the message text Alarm Temp1 = xxc must be sent to the mobile phone by SMS. Choose the features applicable for your configuration in the control software under 4 temperature outputs. Determine who is to be informed how in case of a message as described in the previous examples (e.g. output INCALL ). Send the new configuration to the GSM module by clicking the button Send. To control devices (e.g. a ventilator), connect the respective temperature outputs of the GSM module to the external devices. For this, connect the temperature outputs under your own discretion (observe permissible operating voltages, see Technical Data ) or install additional relays (Conrad item no. 502892) or relay PCBs (Conrad item no. 585498). Also observe the notes in these operating instructions, chapter 14 Temperature Inputs T1 and T2. If only a single temperature sensor is connected, this sensor must be connected to input T1. If two temperature sensors are connected, the threshold value excesses of T1 and T2 are indicated by SMS. 24
d) Alarm Output ALA The alarm output ALA (figure 1, item 11) can be activated from any input, i.e. the output is always switched on when a text message or (photo) email was sent. It can therefore be triggered by the temperature control, the optocouplers, the ADC, the logic, the delay and the inverter. A relay (Conrad item no. 502892, not included in the delivery) or a relay PCB (Conrad item no. 585498, not included in the delivery) can be directly connected to the output. The output has an indicator LED that visually displays the switching process. Click the checkbox Used in 1 Alarm Output and select, e.g., 1 minute under Activate on for. If a signal sends a text message or email to an activated input now, this output is switched on for one minute and automatically switched off again after one minute. The alarm output ALA is, e.g., intended for an alarm buzzer or flash light lamp with a duration adjustable from 0.2 seconds to 4 hours (in 12 steps). e) Flash-Output FLS At each signal at an input, a text message and/or email can be sent. With the camera connected, an additional picture is taken and appended to the email. The GX110 will not send any other text messages and emails for the next 10 minutes but continues to take pictures. Every time a picture is taken, the output FLS (figure 1, item 12) is switched on briefly; this applies even if the picture has not been sent. The input IN1 can be set like this to, for example, only take pictures but not to send any, and to connect an acoustic signal here. A relay (Conrad item no. 502892, not included in the delivery) or a relay PCB (Conrad item no. 585498, not included in the delivery) can be directly connected to the output. The output has an indicator LED that visually displays the switching process. f) Inverter Output INV The output INV (figure 1, item 13) is inverted at every pulse at the input INV (figure 1, item 4). When switching the output on and/or off because of such an impulse, a text message of (photo) email can be sent. A relay (Conrad item no. 502892, not included in the delivery) or a relay PCB (Conrad item no. 585498, not included in the delivery) can be directly connected to the output. The output has an indicator LED that visually displays the switching process. A direct voltage from 0 to 12 V/DC can be connected to the input INV (figure 1, item 4). The minus pole is connected to the mark on the left; the plus pole is connected to the right of it. As of about 2.5 V, HIGH is logically recognised, below 1 V, LOW is logically recognised. This inverter turns every button input into the on/off function of a switch by inverting the output INV at every rising flank at the input. Click the checkbox Used in 1 Inverter Output. The inverter is activated. If you not activate Alarm at switching on additionally, for example, an additional text message and/or email is sent each time you switch on the output INV by an impulse at the input. This principle is used in power source switches that are used when several switches control a joint consumer as in the case of several light buttons in a hallway. 25
g) Delay Output DEL The output DEL (figure 1, item 14) can switch on and/or off with a input DEL (figure 1, item 5) when the input is switched. Additionally, a text message and a (photo) email can be sent when the input signal changes and the switching delay is activated. A relay (Conrad item no. 502892, not included in the delivery) or a relay PCB (Conrad item no. 585498, not included in the delivery) can be directly connected to the output. The output has an indicator LED that visually displays the switching process. A direct voltage from 0 to 12 V/DC can be connected to the input DEL (figure 1, item 5). The minus pole is connected to the mark on the left; the plus pole is connected to the right of it. As of about 2.5 V, HIGH is logically recognised, below 1 V, LOW is logically recognised. Click the checkbox Used in 1 Delay Output. Now select the period in Switching on delay after which the output is to be activated or deactivated. Select the Activation and/or deactivation delay. The switching delay is now active. If you now select a text message and/or email in Message, a text message and/or email is sent additionally every time the input switches. Example: Only activation delay is activated and set to one hour. If the associated input is HIGH now, a text message is sent at once and you have one hour s time to remove the error (e.g. to reactivate the alarm system again). If the error is not removed (i.e. if the input is not set to LOW again within the set time), the output to which, e.g, a buzzer is connected, is activated after one hour. When switching off the input, the output is switched at once in this example without sending any text message or email. An activation delay may be used for delayed activation of alarm system (so that there is still time to leave the room). Deactivation delays are found, e.g. at fan lag. This deactivation delay may also be used, e.g., for staircase lighting: it switches on right after the button is pushed, and off again after an adjustable time (for this, a button must be connected to the input that turns HIGH when the button is pushed and LOW again when it is released). The activation and deactivation delays can also be activated at the same time. Then activation and deactivation both is done with a delay. If a text message is sent only after delayed switching, a voltage may be switched through with this output and connected to one of the two optocouple inputs IN1 or IN2. 26
h) Logic Output LOG This is the output LOG (figure 1, item 15) that can be logically linked to the two inputs AND, NAND, OR, NOR or EXOR for activation and deactivation. A relay (Conrad item no. 502892, not included in the delivery) or a relay PCB (Conrad item no. 585498, not included in the delivery) can be directly connected to the output. The output has an indicator LED that visually displays the switching process. A direct voltage from 0 to 12 V/DC can be connected to both inputs LOG (figure 1, item 6). The minus pole is connected to the mark on the left; the plus pole is connected to the right of them. As of about 2.5 V, HIGH is logically recognised, below 1 V, LOW is logically recognised. Click the checkbox Used in 1 Logic Output. Now select the link of the two inputs under Input logic. This activates the logic circuit. If you now select a text message and/or email in Message, a text message and/or email is sent additionally every time the output activates. Input AND NAND OR NOR EXOR 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 0 1 0 0 Example: The AND link is selected. The output only becomes HIGH when a level is applied to the two inputs. Additionally, a text message or a (photo) email can be sent when switching on the output. 27
16. Installation and Configuration of the Inputs a) Inputs IN1 and IN2 (2 Optocouplers) The inputs IN1 and IN2 (figure 1, item 7) can send a text message and/or email in case of a signal change. The SMS text can be determined in the configuration software. If there is no external voltage at the inputs IN1 and IN2, e.g. supplied by a smoke detector, the inputs are in the switching condition LOW. If an external voltage between 3-12 V/DC is connected, the inputs are set to the switching condition HIGH. The devices connected to inputs IN1 and IN2 (e.g. a smoke detector) must deliver a signal voltage of 3-12 V/DC in case of alarm. Otherwise, the devices must be connected to an auxiliary voltage. No output can be switched, but only the alarm output. The input signal change must be present for at least 250 milliseconds before it is recognised. Since the GSM module will only check all changes after approx. one minute after restart, you have to delay verification of correct function of this circuit by this time. If, e.g., motion detectors are connected to the inputs as a test, we recommend connecting the devices again only after one minute. Proceed as follows for configuration: Check Assigned for Input 1 in the control software under 2 Optocouplers inputs for the input to be switched on. Enter a designation for the input 1 in Message (e.g. DIGITAL1 ). Activate Message if input is high. Select (as described in detail in the previous chapters) the phone number of your mobile phone. Send the input to the GSM module in Communication (click button Send ). The message All data has been transferred! must appear. If you want to permanently keep these changes, save them in the control software as well (button Save ). Click the Status in the control software under Communication. The GSM module has to log on to the network and indicate the condition of all inputs and outputs. Connect a direct voltage between 3 and 12 V/DC after a waiting time of at least 1 minute at the IN1 (minus at the left terminal and the plus pole at the right terminal). Once the voltage was applied, the control software must recognise IN1 as HIGH. Then the output SMS sent must appear and the SMS with the entered message text (alarm IN1: DIGITAL1 ) must be received by your mobile phone. Only one text message/email is sent. Only when the input was LOW again and then becomes HIGH again, another text message is sent. This applies accordingly for the reverse case in which Message if input is low hasbeen set. Only take pictures: Usually, every input takes a picture at events only if an email address has been activated. Then the picture is sent at once by email and the GSM module will not send any other text messages and emails for the next 10 minutes but continues to take pictures anyway. This is the only input that can take a picture without sending it to the email address. For this, select IN1/2 take photos only. Of course, you will need the expansion PCB with the camera for this. This is meant for a case where it is sufficient to have the pictures on the SD card (e.g. because animals run through a PIR frequently at night which would cause a lot of emails to be sent) or if the pictures are to be taken more quickly (since sending of the pictures by email may take a little longer and no other pictures may be taken during this time). 28
b) ADC Input The ADC input can measure voltages from 0 to 14 V/DC. The voltage to be measured is connected to the middle input (ADC) and the right input (minus). An auxiliary voltage of +4 V/DC is output at the left terminal (+). The GSM module can trigger a message by SMS above and below a voltage set. The threshold value is entered in millivolt (mv). Proceed as follows for configuration: Open the control software. Enter a message text in 1 ADC input. Determine the threshold value, e.g. 1.0 V (1.0 V = 1000 mv). Check is higher. Select (as already described several times) the phone number of your mobile phone (check). Send the changes to the GSM module under Communication by clicking the button Send. Wait for at least one minute, then apply a voltage between 1 and 14 V/DC to the ADC input terminals (figure 1, item 2) (e.g. from a 1.5 V dry battery). Always observe correct polarity. Never apply any voltage exceeding 14 Volt! Now you can trace the status in the control software under Communication. The display must change to the voltage value applied to the input behind ADC. Once the voltage exceeds 1.0 V (value above 1000 ), the message SMS sent must appear; the entered message text must be sent to the mobile phone by SMS. This ADC is meant,e.g. for an analogue fill level indicator; the module can then issue a warning message before the supply container becomes empty or flows over (and send a picture of this). You may top up the container to the desired volume for threshold value determination, read the output value in the status and enter it into the software as a threshold. Important! Generally, the GSM module only indicates changes that persist for at least one second or undercut/exceed the threshold value. If you have sent a new configuration to the GSM module, the GSM module will restart automatically. The GSM module takes about one minute after restart before it can perform any changes to the sensors or commands. This waiting time must be strictly observed! You have about one minute after restart to apply a voltage without sending a text message and/or email. 29
17. SMS Service With this GSM module, you can easily write and send an SMS as on a mobile phone. The SMS is then sent by the GSM module via the inserted SIM card. Therefore, also observe the costs resulting from sending SMS. Once the GSM module has dialled into the GSM network, you can generate an SMS text with the button SMS Service in Communication. The SMS may have up to 160 characters. The button Send SMS shows the remaining number of possible characters. Use the button Send SMS to send the SMS to the phone number previously entered in Phone Number. Important! Umlauts (ä, ö, ü) cannot be entered. 18. Photo Request This module can generate a current picture with a text message command and send it by email. You will need the expansion PCB with the camera for this. Specify a text message text upon which a picture is created and sent as picture email after a text message is received. After receipt of the text message with this text message text, a picture is taken and sent to the email addresses set here. Additionally, a confirmation text message is sent to the indicated phone numbers. The text message text must contain no more than 8 characters. Always observe capitalisation. The answer message text is the text that is returned in each text message and email. While a picture is taken, the output FLS (see figure 1, item 12) is switched on briefly; e.g. to output an acoustic signal. 30
19. Final Assembly Before final assembly, first get familiar with all functions and try out the device in all applications you want to install. To install the GSM aerial, remove the protective foil from the GSM aerial. Glue the aerial to the assembly site you have already tested for good, interference-free reception as described in chapter Configuration of the SIM-Card. Place and attach the aerial cable to the place where the GMS module is to be installed (e.g. with cable ties). Install the empty GSM module casing with suitable screws (not included in the delivery) to the holes already present (where the lid is screwed on). Attention! Before drilling, make sure that there are no building installations at the drill sites. Damage to gas, electricity, water and wastewater pipes may lead to mortal danger or property damage! Do not install the device right next to radiators or devices that may cause interferences (e.g. motors, switching cabinets, etc.). Outdoor installation must be performed at a site protected from splashing water and protected from solar irradiation all day Break the required holes for the cable infeed for operating voltage, sensors and devices to be connected to the GSM module out of the casing. Install the GSM module PCB in the casing and attach all cables of the operating voltage, sensors and devices to be connected to the GSM module. Observe the required connection polarity and firm seat of the cables. Now install the cables for the supply voltage and the cables of the devices or sensors to be connected to the GSM module. The connection cables are guided through the closing plugs. The closing plugs are then installed in the casing. Place the cables with suitable cable ties or cable clamps (not included in the delivery) to prevent inadvertent pulling out from the connection casing. After installation of all cables, you can take the GSM module into operation and try out all functions. If everything works correctly, close the casing with the lid. Observe suitable cable cross-sections and a cable type that matches the application case (in particular if the mains voltage (230 V/AC) is to be switched). The module may only be commissioned after it has been installed contact-free in a casing. Prior to commissioning the assembly, check whether it is suited to the intended application! In case of doubt, you must contact an expert or the manufacturer! 31
20. Troubleshooting a) Possible Errors during Communication Drivers not installed: Re-install CP210xVCPInstaller.exe on the CD in directory MCU Drivers not installed correctly: Uninstall and reinstall drivers COM-Port above COM10: Move COM port: Go to Properties / Connection Settings / More... / COM port number in the device manager and find a free COM-port below COM10 Software message ERROR: No answer received from module! : Check USB connection between the module and PC or check operating voltage Select correct COM port in the software and click Status again Operating voltage missing or too low b) Possible Errors during Logon SIM card locked: Insert SIM card in a mobile phone and unlock with the PUK No four-digit PIN code: Insert SIM card in a mobile phone, activate PIN query and set a four-digit code Display Level = 0 and signal strength only shows red bars: Not logged on to the GSM network yet; wait until the GSM module has logged on. Move the aerial if required. c) Possible Errors during Response No phone number displayed in the status: Activate caller ID transmission in the mobile phone SMS arrives but response is not sent: Enter wrong phone number Caller ID transmission deactivated SMS sent from another mobile phone or configuration not transmitted Capitalisation not observed Not enough credit on the prepaid card 32
d) Possible Errors during INCALL Message Participant not available Module has not logged on to the GSM network yet: Wait briefly until the module has logged on or move the aerial to another place No phone number displayed in the status Activate caller ID transmission in the mobile phone Message No caller authorisation Enter wrong phone number Caller ID transmission deactivated Called from another mobile phone or configuration not transmitted e) Possible Errors of TEMP1-4 Signal is not recognised Duration too short: Signal must be present for at least about one second before it is recognised. Signal is recognised, status also indicates, e.g. T1=86C, but does not send SMS Signal was applied right after switching on: The module will only check for changes at the inputs after approx. one minute. Therefore disconnect the signal, wait for a moment and connect it again. Not enough credit on the prepaid card f) Possible Errors of IN1 and IN2 Signal is not recognised, status does not indicate IN1,IN2=H,L Wrong voltage: The signal must be a direct voltage of at least 3 V and most 12 V/DC Duration too short: Signal must be present for at least about one second before it is recognised. Signal incorrectly connected: Connect minus to mark - and plus to the right SMS is only sent after the voltage is removed again Message when input LOW is active in the software. Signal is recognised, status also indicates IN1,IN2=H,L, but does not send SMS Signal was applied right after switching on: The module will only check for changes at the inputs after approx. one minute. Therefore disconnect the signal, wait for a moment and connect it again. Not enough credit on the prepaid card g) Possible Errors of ADC Signal is not recognised Duration too short: Signal must be present for at least about one second before it is recognised. Signal is recognised, status also indicates, e.g. ADC = 1,500 mv, but does not send SMS Signal was applied right after switching on: The module will only check for changes at the inputs after approx. one minute. Therefore disconnect the signal, wait for a moment and connect it again. Not enough credit on the prepaid card 33
h) Possible Errors of SMS1 No phone number displayed in the status Activate caller ID transmission in the mobile phone SMS arrives but SMS1 is not switched Wrong phone number entered Caller ID transmission deactivated Called from another mobile phone or configuration not transmitted Capitalisation not observed i) Possible Errors of the SMS Service SMS does not arrive Not enough credit on the prepaid card Wrong phone number entered 34
21. Circuit Example 1 Relay contacts (e.g. INCALL output) 2 Supply voltage (e.g. solar battery) 3 Consumers (e.g. lighting) 22. Maintenance and Repair The GSM module is maintenance- and care-free. Connect the manufacturer if any repairs are necessary. 23. Disposal Electronic devices are recyclable waste and must not be disposed of in the household waste! At the end of its service life, dispose of the product according to the relevant statutory regulations. 24. Declaration of Conformity (DOC) We, Conrad Electronic, Klaus-Conrad-Straße 1, D-92240 Hirschau, hereby declare that this product complies with the fundamental requirements and the other relevant regulations of the directive 1999/5/EC. The declaration of conformity for this product is available at www.conrad.com. 35
25. Technical Data GSM Quad GSM-Band... 850, 900, 1800 1900 MHz SIM card type... 3 V SIM card GSM module Operating voltage... 5 to 30 V/DC Required power supply... min. 1,000 ma Power consumption (at 12 V)... stand-by: max. 30 ma; with 14 relays: max. 1,000 ma Input Values IN1, IN2, LOG, DEL, INV... 0-12 V, logical L at 0 V, logical H at approx. 2.5 V to 12 V, approx. 5 ma at 12 V ADC... 0-14 V, resolution 14 mv; supply voltage 4 V T1 and T2... 0-2 V, supply voltage 4 V, temperature sensor TC1047A Output Values SMS2 to LOG... 4 V, max. 50 ma Relay INCALL and SMS1 Rated voltage of the relay coil... 5 V Switching current... max. 10 A Switching voltage... max. 150 V/DC, 400 V/AC Rated load... 30 V/DC, 5 A or 250 V/AC, 3 A Casing Protection type... IP54 Temperature range... -20 C to +75 C Dimensions Circuit board (L x W x H )... 120 x 72 x 17 mm Casing (L x W x H )... 130 x 94 x 57 mm Total weight... approx. 300 g Accessories (not part of the delivery, can be ordered separately) Matching relay for all outputs... Conrad item no. 502892 Matching relay PCB for all outputs... Conrad item no. 585498 Matching temperature sensor for the inputs T1 and T2... Conrad item no. 198896 Matching replacement aerial... Conrad item no. 199399 36
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