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GSM GATE LX20G Installation and programming manual Version of the manual: Date of issue: 22.02.2018 Firmware version: 1.17.1 GPRS transmitter 1.4.77.1 configurator version: OSM.Server version:...
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY EBS Ltd. Co. hereby declares that mentioned product conforms to all the applicable requirements of EU and Council Directive No.1999/5/EC of 9 March 1999. copy Conformity Declaration available http://www.ebs.pl/en/certificates/ This crossed out dustbin symbol indicates that when the last user wishes to discard the product at the territory of European Union, it shall be utilized at an authorized and approved collection point.
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7.9.1.7. Report “intervals too long” ..............50 7.9.1.8. Generate dial tone ................50 7.9.1.9. Generate Call-ID for incoming GSM voice calls ........50 7.9.1.10. Detect of-hook after ............... 51 7.9.1.11. The use of non-volatile message queue from the control panel .... 51 7.9.2.
(DTMF) or SIA (FSK). There are also available other channels of transmission: GPRS and SMS. LX20G transmitter provides the highest security of data transmission through up to four channels of transmission: PSTN / GSM VOICE / GPRS / SMS. The primary purpose is to use the device as a security systems transmission module in PSTN and GSM voice channels.
- 100mA Digital interface: RS232 (RxD, TxD, RTS, CTS lines) Outputs functionality: - loss of GSM signal, - full control over LX20G outputs via server or SMS commands Low AC signaling level (for LX-ZAS PSU): 13.5V / 160V...
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Dimensions (metal box) (PCB) PCB of LX20G should be mounted with 4 screws M3x6mm and 4 spacer sleeves M3x8mm. o Distances between the screws for fixing the PCB – 132mm x 61mm o Weight of PCB – 110g Warning! When the PCB is mounted with metal screws must be used insulation pads to protect PCB against short circuits.
T A M P E R ( P H O N E L IN E ) Figure 1. LX20G Transmitter with LX-ZAS Connections of wires shall be made with due care to prevent any faults or dead shorts. Places of connections shall be protected against weather conditions.
Terminal Connection description Ground of the device, common terminal for inputs and outputs. +12V Positive supply terminal 12-14V DC. Input for monitoring the presence of AC power. It works only with dedicated power supply LX-ZAS. Input for monitoring the presence of battery attached to the power supply unit.
Purposed for monitoring AC power supply. Manufacturer reserves the right to amend appearance of printed circuit with no effect on functionality of device. 3.3. LX-ZAS POWER SUPPLY The dedicated power supply LX-ZAS (product of EBS) possesses the following parameters: Parameter Value...
QUICK START PROCEDURE NOTE : Do not insert SIM card before the first programming of transmitter as it may block the card if PIN code is required for the card. This chapter is purposed for users that possess experience regarding GPRS data transmission systems and who work with OSM.Server server.
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1111 █ SERVER=89.123.115.8 █ PORT=6780 █ APN=general.t-mobile.uk █ █ Where: █: space character LX20G_Manual_en_v2.1 Page 13 /...
OPERATION Default communication mode of LX20G device is voice channel over GSM network. A device can be also configured to maintain communication via GPRS network or SMS messages. Communication mode is configurable – see chapter 7. for more information. As a result the transmitter may be used only at the territory covered with mobile phone operator network.
To install program an installation wizard shall be started that performs installation in default place C:\Program Files\EBS\. During installation process shortcuts on screen and Windows menu are created. If device is to be used for the first time it shall be programmed with the above program and after this procedure the SIM card may be inserted into the device.
Main menu: at upper part of window, contains control and configuration options. Main menu contents: Main menu is available as icons on fast access bar: 6.3.1. File-> New Opens new set of parameters. Editing of configuration parameters is possible. Select type of device. 6.3.2.
6.3.3. File -> Save During programming many devices in different configurations, it is not necessary to have in mind each one as it may be saved on hard disc or floppy disk under any name and it may be loaded later on. This function save on disc any information from configuration wizard window.
Click on [Add] button to confirm settings. Connections shall be saved (and inserted in table). From this time on program shall enable wires connection with device and reading, and saving of parameters in LX20G memory will be possible. 6.3.5.2. Remote connection As provided above the device and software makes for complete configuration with GPRS link or CSD channel.
Note : Remote configuration with CSD canal is possible if option of CSD data sending has been activated both for SIM card inserted into a device and SIM card installed in GSM modem. Beside, LX20G transmitter must enable to pick up data calls (see GSM modems authorized phones) Programming with CSD is also possible if OSM.Server system has been installed,...
Operations -> Send This function is analogical to the above one, at the same time it enables data saving into EEPROM module. There is also possibility to set correct time into LX20G device. Correct saving is confirmed with message on a screen.
„Events history” provides information about last events stored in LX20G device memory. See chapter Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania. Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania. 6.3.11. Operations -> Device monitor “Device Monitor” provides real-time information on LX20G device state. See chapter 7.12 Device Monitor...
PROGRAMMABLE PARAMETERS Parameters available in configuration program are divided into groups: Access, Transmission, Inputs/ Outputs, Monitoring, Restrictions, SMS Notifications, Link control, RS-232, Phone line, Dialer and Firmware. Each of these groups will be described in detail in next part of this manual. 7.1.
SMS mode after unsuccessful attempts Define number of reconnections to server. If during all reconnections fail the device will go into SMS mode. In this mode LX20G will try to make connection with server, according to interval defined in clause 7.1.3.3 7.1.1.4.
In this filed you determine how many times device will try to make connection to server. If connections fail, LX20G after execution of some connection will start procedure of connection to back up server. This option is active only if we define parameters of backup server.
7.1.4.4. Number of connection attempts In this field you determine how often device will try to make connection to backup server. If connections fail, LX20G after execution of some connection will back to procedure of connection to primary server. 7.1.4.5.
PUK card only (with use of any GSM mobile phone). Factory setting of PIN in LX20G transmitter is 1111. 7.2. TRANSMISSION For the purpose of maximum security of transmission, data is encrypted with AES key.
7.3. INPUTS/OUTPUTS Transmitter has got 2 signal inputs and additional input for sabotage signal switch- key connection. Module is equipped with three outputs: indicating sabotage and two additional ones. In/Out option enable programmable configuration so that transmitter operates pursuant to requirements of the user. All inputs of the device are 24 hour alarm inputs.
With this option you can lock any input of module, and as a result condition changes on this input will be ignored and will not be reported to monitoring station. Lock may be persistent or temporary. In case of temporary lock – user can set lock time and number of input state changes after which lock occurs.
7.3.2.1. Partition arming input Using this, partition arming input can be selected. To selected input, arming device (remote controller receiver output or electronic keyboard NO/NC output for instance) is connected. When this input is armed, partition is armed (after Exit Time, see below).
7.3.3. Outputs configuration Tab „Output 1 (OUT1)” , „ Output 2 (OUT2)” and „ Output 3 (OUT3)” specify conditions of switch outputs. Settings for all outputs are identical so they will be described in one chapter. 7.3.3.1. Activation mode and timing Thanks to this option you may choose output operation mode.
you may define separately the behavior of each of the outputs, depending on events taking place. “Advanced outputs control” differs from the existing basic “Outputs configuration” by: o it is possible not only to turn on but also to turn off the output o output can be activated temporarily for specified amount of time o there is a complete list of events for which you can define the behavior of the output...
The output state does not change if the current state of the output coincides with the result of the action. 7.3.4.2. Time of output activation Parameter defining amount of time for which the output is to be turned on for the functions of advanced outputs control.
7.4. MONITORING Thanks to this option you may determine which of available signals generated by the device shall be transmitted to monitoring station. NOTE: “Configuration changed” event refer to configuration changes made by SMS or GPRS commands. 7.4.1. The use of non-volatile memory of the own events This setting protects the memory of the own events before deleting eg.
o EVENT_CONFIGURATION_CHANGED o EVENT_SERVICE_BEGIN o EVENT_SERVICE_END o EVENT_INCOMING_DATACALL_BEGIN o EVENT_INCOMING_DATACALL_END o EVENT_FIRMWARE_CHANGED. o To OSM Server is sent information abort the occurrence of the event and the number of occurrences without giving a time (eg. A violation of input 2: 14 times).
7.4.3. SMS On / SMS Off In this column you define signals that may be reported at monitoring station with SMS messages – when there is no connection with server over GPRS. There is possibility to send information on alarms (input state change from rest to action status) and on returns of input state from action to rest (normalization).
7.5. RESTRICTIONS 7.5.1. SMS and data calls (CSD) In this section you can define limits for the phone numbers which are allowed to send SMS commands to the transmitter, and establish a CSD connection. You can also specify the validity period of outgoing SMS messages, and limits on sending SMS.
As a result all numbers with this sequence will be authorized e.g.600123456 or 601234567. b) If modem connected to OSM.Server server will be used to send SMS, its number have to be entered on the list. 7.5.1.2. GSM modems authorized phones For connections on CSD channel the user may limit remote access to device from GSM modems.
shall subject to limitation: SMS test to server SMS event s sent to server SMS events sent to user Answers to commends Limitation are defined by providing two values: SMS maximum number: determines maximum number of sent SMS messages per time unit (see SMS counter reset).
Allow all: means that incoming GSM voice calls are possible from any phone. Allow chosen: means that incoming GSM voice calls are possible only from these numbers that are on the list. It is possible to list up to 5 phone numbers. Select “Allow chosen”...
o Click on [Add] button to transfer number to the below table o Repeat procedure (up to 5 phone numbers). Position cursor on line with phone number and click on “Remove” button to remove number from table. Click on “Remove all” button to remove all numbers from table. 7.6.2.
Note: o The total number of characters for all SMS messages shall not exceed 2000 o Mark any mistake and delete by pressing [Del] button o You may copy one text and paste to other field. 7.6.3. SMS user tests SMS user tests sent to specified phone numbers are carried out independently of the operating mode of the device (GPRS / SMS / GRPS &...
7.6.4. Status The device provides for remote enquiry about the status. Edit in this field message text that is to be sent to the user as a reply to command regarding status checking. Telephone numbers authorized to send enquiry about status are defined in option Restrictions >Authorized SMS phones.
7.6.5. SMS Forward The device is able to forward received SMS messages according to the specified rules. This function may be helpful when GSM operator sends messages with account state to SIM card installed within device. In this window you may provide up to 5 rules.
7.7. LINK CONTROL These options enable automatic action of device if communication with monitoring station was broken up. It relates to situations when device lost connection to GSM network or if GPRS transmission is impossible. 7.7.1. Activate this function (mark [Turn On] field) to get access to parameters determining action of device if outside GSM network.
7.7.2. GPRS Activate this function to (mark [Turn On] field) to get access to parameters determining action of device if GPRS connections is lost. Define time limit after which transmitter shall reconnect to network. Enter time limit in field [Reset after] and provide this value in minutes. Next define action that the device shall perform.
7.8. RS-232 7.8.1. Serial port settings The device has been equipped with RS-232 serial port to enable obtaining additional information. To make use of this link it is required to define its parameters. For this purpose select parameters from the below table: Parameter Value Baud rate (bits/sec)
7.8.3.1. Disable data receiving This option allow for lock of data received from device connected to RS-232 port of transmitter. It is used in case of failure or situation when LX20G is being used to control the device. 7.8.3.2. Disable data sending This option allow for lock of data sending to device connected to RS-232 port of transmitter.
7.9.1. Phone line This tab is provided to determine settings of telephone line. 7.9.1.1. Line connected to the control panel… This feature allows you to select the default connection for the control panel. After selecting: o PSTN – terminals T1-R1 are connected to PSTN line, terminals T2-R2 are not connected o GSM –...
Criteria for lines failure detection for calls to the monitoring stations, for GPRS / SMS failure is determined by the current state of connection to the server. II. After selecting the line transmission is performed: a. For PSTN and GSM control panel obtains direct access to the transmission circuit of PSTN or GSM.
situation. Choice of this option result in sending a report to monitoring station if time of picking up the phone exceeds determined time limit. Note: This operation of this device follows if it works with new protocol. If transmitter is to work in emulation PX mode (See chapter 7.2) the above mentioned situation will result in sending “No telephone line”...
7.9.1.10. Detect of-hook after The default value for the delay detection off-hook 100ms. You can define your own delay value by choosing option "After" and giving the number in milliseconds. 7.9.1.11. The use of non-volatile message queue from the control panel Wybór tego ustawienia zabezpiecza pamięć...
o Prefix for GSM – forces the GSM line o Prefix for GPRS/SMS – forces the GPRS/SMS transmission 7.9.2.2. Time since last dialed digit after the number… Due to the multiplicity of numbering systems transmitter in order to determine whether the dialed number is complete starts to measure time from the last dialed digit.
7.9.3. First and Second phone number To provide for proper cooperation between a transmitter and a control panel in DTMF mode determination of some parameters is required. The below described functions are analogous to the both telephone numbers that may be saved in the device memory.
1) [Enable SMS sending] option may be used for all protocols that means that in case of no GPRS connection, data will be sent via SMS (if this mode will be accessible). 2) [Disable CRC checking] option may be used for ContactID and Ademco formats. Some control panel generate improper messages regarding a control sum for transmitted data, the device is not able to confirm collection of data, and as a result the panel tries to send them again (until execution of all determined trials).
7.10.1. General options These options allows configuration of Dialler of LX20G device. It is possible to completely turn off Dialler or to enable communications with one or two receiving stations. Communication parameters can be defined with following options: o Number – receiving station telephone number o Test period –...
7.10.2. “Events for the first/second station” tabs These tabs allows configuration of events codes in ContactID or SIA protocols. Codes can be generated automatically after entering account number. LX20G_Manual_en_v2.1 Page 56 /...
7.11. FIRMWARE The device is equipped with built in bootloader that allow for updating and change of firmware. During programming all information is displayed in respect of carried out operation. Follow the following procedure: a) Launch configuration program b) Open “Firmware” option of configuration wizard c) Open file with new firmware (click [Open] button to locate where file is).
7.12. Device Monitor “Device Monitor” provides real-time information on LX20G device state. To use this function LX20G must be connected to PC computer with LX-DATA cable (using DEBUG plug). Correct RS232 port must be chosen in “Port” field. “Device monitor”...
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„Events history” provides information about last events stored in LX20G device memory. LX20G device is able to save 192kB of data, which is about 8000 events. It is possible to read the history of both using a GPRS connection and RS232.
DEVICE PROGRAMMING Programming device possible with “GPRS transmitters configurator” configuration program described in chapter 5. To program the device establish connection with a device. Depending on connection mode there are two ways for programming. 8.1. LOCAL PROGRAMING To program a device locally follow the procedure: a) Connect PROG joint (on printed circuit) with COM computer port by way of service wire, defined in option ->...
In second case according to description in chapter 6.3.5.2 –GPRS Link , it is required to define remote link on grounds of OSM.Server parameters. As OSM.Server collects (and transmits) information exclusively from devices saved in data base, the first operation during remote programming is proper registration of the device.
RECEIVING OF SMS MESSAGE GPRS module receives specially prepared SMS. If received SMS is not correct it will be automatically cancelled and device will not operate any action. As mentioned above the device may operate in two modes: with a new encoded protocol ...
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UN=un APN user name. Parameter should be obtained from mobile network operator. If APN user name contain space sign put it with “” e.g. “my user name”. PW=pw APN password. Parameter should be obtained from mobile network operator. If APN password contain space sign put it with “”...
Samples of commands and device reaction: Parameters setting: 1111 █ APN=general.t-mobile.uk █ SERVER=89.112.43.78 █ PORT=6670 █ SMS=500445566 SMSPERIOD=25 █ Parameters verification: Inquiry: 1111 GETCFG █ Answer: 89.112.43.78:6670,general.t-mobile.uk ██ Inquiry: 1111 █ GETPARAM=SMS Answer:: 500445566 9.2. OLD PROTOCOL The following format of message is acceptable allowing to send some commends with one SMS (every command shall be separated with SPACE): SERVICE CODE COMMAND...
10. LED DIODES INDICATION LED diodes (4), mounted directly on printed circuit, are purposed to show current condition of the device. 10.1. LOGGING TO GSM NETWORK Once SIM card has been inserted into the device and power supply was turned on logging to GSM system follows.
10.3. DATA TRANSMISSION During data transmission a green diode indicates data transmitting. LED Diodes Description Green (A) Red (D) GPRS Transmission SMS Transmission 10.4. RECEIVING OF DTMF DATA Yellow and blue diodes marked as B and C indicate actual condition during receiving data from a control panel.
10.6. FIRMWARE UPDATING During programming bootlader operating is indicated. If error follows during updating there is bootloader in device and another programming of device is possible. LED Diodes Description Green (A) Red (D) No program in device (1/sec) Software updating Received firmware 10 sec decoding...
11. REVISION HISTORY Date / Version Description 25.11.2009 / 1.11v1 First release (ver. 1.11i1) 05.02.2010 / 1.11v2 User SMS tests, reading history via GPRS 18.03.2010 / 1.11v3 LED description corrected 15.06.2011 / 1.11v4 Updated GSM modules list 15.02.2016 / v1.5 Add manufacturer’s data, updated GSM modules list 20.05.2016 / v1.7 Added weight of PCB and corrected average current...
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