InternetBridgeNT

Internet Module

Reference Guide
SW version 2.2.1

Table Of Contents

1 General information

2 System overview

3 Installation and wiring

4 Module setup

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5 Functions

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6 Troubleshooting

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7 Technical specifications

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8 Document information

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Table Of Contents
1 General information
1.1 Clarification of notation
2 System overview

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2.1 What is InternetBridgeNT?

2.2 Features

3 Installation and wiring

3.1 Supplied items

3.2 Dimensions and terminals

3.3 Mounting

3.4 Led indicators

3.5 GPS Antenna

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3.6 Power supply

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3.7 WAN connection

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3.7.1 Cellular mode

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3.7.2 Ethernet mode

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3.8 Controller connection

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3.8.1 Available connection types

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3.8.2 RS485

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3.8.3 CAN

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3.8.4 RS232

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4 Module setup
4.1 IB-NT Config
4.1.1 Save and load the settings

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4.2 General settings

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4.3 Ethernet connection settings

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4.4 Cellular connection settings

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4.5 E-mail and SMS settings

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4.6 GPS setting

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4.7 MODBUS settings

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4.8 SNMP settings

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4.9 Other settings

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4.10 Firmware update

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4.10.1 InternetBridgeNT firmware update

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4.10.2 Integrated cellular modem firmware update

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5.1 Direct IP connection
5.1.1 Setting-up static IP address

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5.2 AirGate connection

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5.3 Web interface

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5.4 Active e-mails and SMS

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5.4.1 Languages in SMS and e-mails

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5.5 MODBUS/TCP

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5.6 SNMP

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5.7 GPS

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5.8 Time synchronization

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6 Troubleshooting

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7 Technical specifications

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7.1 Electromagnetic compatibility

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8 Document information

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8.1 Document history

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1 General information
1.1 Clarification of notation
Note: This type of paragraph calls readers attention to a notice or related theme.
IMPORTANT: This type of paragraph highlights a procedure, adjustment etc., which can cause a
damage or unproper function of the equipment if not performed correctly and may not be clear
at first sight.
Example: This type of paragraph contains information which is used to illustrate how a specific function
works.

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2 System overview
2.1 What is InternetBridgeNT?
InternetBridgeNT is a communication module that allows connection of a single controller as well as whole
site to the Internet or Local area network. The connection to the Internet can be via built-in cellular modem
supporting 2G and 3G networks or Ethernet cable. The built-in GPS receiver also enables location and
tracking of the device via WebSupervisor.
The module is designed for controllers based on InteliGen-NT and InteliSys-NT platforms. From firmware
version 1.2 also controllers from platforms InteliLite-NT, InteliCompact-NT, InteliDrive-Lite, IntetliDriveDCU, InteliDrive-Mobile and InteliPro are supported with functionality limited to direct or AirGate connection
of ComAp tools and active sms and e-mails. Please see the chapter Controller connection for details about
available connection type for each particular controller type.
Note: The support of active e-mail and sms may depend also on version of the controller firmware. Please
see the controller documentation for this information.

Image 1.1 Principial scheme

Note: For proper operation it is necessary to update the controller firmware to a version which supports
InternetBridgeNT. For IG-NT and IS-NT standard branch the first version supporting InternetBridgeNT is 2.6.

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Direct IP connection to ComAp PC programs

AirGate support

SMTP protocol for sending of active emails from the controller

HTTP protocol for web-based monitoring and adjustment

MODBUS/TCP server

SNMP agent

GPS location and tracking

Synchronization of controller RTC clock with GPS/NTP Time

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3 Installation and wiring

In this chapter:
3.1 Supplied items

3.2 Dimensions and terminals

3.3 Mounting

3.4 Led indicators

3.5 GPS Antenna

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3.6 Power supply

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3.7 WAN connection

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3.8 Controller connection

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3.1 Supplied items

The package contains:
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InternetBridgeNT module

Cellular antenna with magnetic holder

Terminal blocks

The package does not contain:

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Ethernet UTP cable

USB cable

SIM card

GPS antenna

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Image 2.1 Front view of the module

Item# Description
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RS232 port for connection of a single controller. See details in the chapter Controller connection
- RS232.

Ehernet port for LAN/WAN connection. See details in the chapter WAN connection - Ethernet.

USB port for configuration of theInternetBridgeNT module.

IMPORTANT: This port does not support local monitoring of the controllers.

RS485 port for connection of multiple controllers. See details in the chapter Controller
connection - RS485.

CAN bus port for connection of multiple controllers. See details in the chapter Controller
connection - CAN

Power supply

Cellular antenna

GPS antenna

SIM card holder. See more information in the chapter WAN connection - SIM installation.

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3.3 Mounting
The device is designed to be mounted into a switchboard on a DIN rail. The required space is 150x200mm
as there are antenna connectors from the right side.
IMPORTANT: In hardware version 1.0 the device body is internally connected to the negative
pole of the power supply. Please refer to the chapter Power supply for proper connection of the
power supply and ground.

Image 2.2 Mounting

3.4 Led indicators

The LED indicators are located on the front panel. Led diodes that are located at the communication ports
indicate communication activity at the respective port.

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Yellow: the module is attached into 2G network (GPRS/EDGE)

Red: the module is attached to 3G network (UMTS)
Blinking 50/50: the module registered cellular network but not attached to the APN (WAN
connection = Cellular).
Blinking 10/90: the module registered cellular network (WAN connection = Ethernet).

Data

Blinks once when a data packet is sent to the WAN interface.

AirGate

The module is connected to the AirGate.

Controllers At least one controller is connected to the module via configured interface.
Error

There is a problem that causes the module is not working properly.

RJ45

Led is on if the Ethernet interface is in 100Mbit mode and is off in 10Mbit mode.

Green
RJ45

Blinks when any data are sent or received at the Ethernet port.

Orange
Table 2.2 List of LED indicators

3.5 GPS Antenna

Connect an active GPS antenna to the SMA female connector labeled "GPS" to enable reception of the
signal from GPS satellites. The antenna must be placed to have clear view to the sky.
Note: It may take several minutes till the module gets a valid GPS position fix after it was switched on,
especially if the position changed significantly while the module was off. The GPS system does not work
indoors.

3.6 Power supply

IMPORTANT: Since the hardware version 2.0 the power supply circuits inside the module are
galvanically separated from the supply terminals and thus no special requirements for power
supply wiring apply.

Image 2.3 HW version indication

In hardware version 1.0 the device body is internally connected to the negative pole of the power
supply. Following rules should be kept in this case:

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The negative pole of the power supply is connected to the switchboard body.

The negative terminal of the InternetBridgeNT is connected directly to the same point as the connection
above.

The grounding terminal of the InternetBridgeNT is connected directly to the same point as the connection
above.

If this kind of wirig is not possible for any reason a galvanically separated DC/DC convertor must be used in
the InternetBridge power supply path.

Image 2.4 Wiring of power supply and ground

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Image 2.5 Wiring of power supply with DC/DC converter

3.7 WAN connection

The WAN connection provides connection between the InternetBridgeNT and the user terminal (i.e.
InteliMonitor, Web browser etc.). There are two modes of the WAN connection: cellular and Ethernet. WAN
connection type is to be adjusted via IB-NT Config in the SETTINGS->General menu.
Note: Both connection modes are not available at the same time.

3.7.1 Cellular mode

In cellular mode the built-in cellular modem is used to connect the module to the Internet via the cellular
network. Data-enabled SIM card must be installed in the module. See the chapter Cellular connection setup
for details about settings related to the cellular mode.
SIM installation
Install the SIM card into the holder (1). Push the button (2) with a blunt tool to release the holder, eject the
holder by fingers from the holder housing, place the SIM card into the holder as described on the sticker
(metal plates upwards) and insert the holder with the SIM card carefully back into the housing.
Note: The SIM card must be unlocked (PIN request after power-up must be disabled). See the chapter
Cellular connection setup for details.

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Image 2.6 Inserting SIM

Antenna
Insert the antenna SMA male connector firmly into the connector labelled "Cellular" and screw the nut by
hand to fix the connector parts together. Slightly tighten the nut using a flat wrench if necessary.
Note: The antenna cable must not be interrupted by any terminals. If the cable from the supplied antenna is
too short buy an antenna with longer cable instead of prolonging it. Prolonged antenna cables may result in
problems with signal strenght or loosing the signal at all.

3.7.2 Ethernet mode

In ethernet mode the 10/100M ethernet interface is used to connect the module to a local network and
Internet. Built-in cellular modem is not used. See the chapter Ethernet connection setup for details about
settings related to the Ethernet connection mode.

3.8 Controller connection

Controller connection type is to be adjusted via IB-NT Config in the General settings menu. If multiple
controllers are connected to the InternetBridgeNT each controller must have different controller address.

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3.8.1 Available connection types

Controller family

RS232

RS485

CAN#1

CAN#2

InteliGen-NT

Yes

Yes 4)

Yes

Yes

InteliGen-NTC

Yes

Yes 4)

Yes

Yes

InteliGen-NTC-BB

Yes

Yes 1)

Yes

Yes

InteliSys-NT-BB

Yes

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

1)

InteliSys-NTC-BB

Yes

Yes

InteliLite-NT

Yes 3)

Yes 2)

No

No

InteliATS

Yes 3)

Yes 2)

No

No

3)

2)

No

No

InteliPro

Yes

Yes

InteliCompact-NT

Yes 3)

Yes 2)

Yes

Yes

InteliDrive-Lite

Yes 3)

Yes 2)

No

No

InteliDrive-DCU

No

No

Yes

Yes

InteliDrive-Mobile

Not available

Yes

Yes

Yes

1) RS485(2) only, IB-COM version 1.1 or above required

2) IL-NT RS232-485 required
3) IL-NT RS232 required
4) RS485(1) only

Table 2.3 Connection types

3.8.2 RS485
Connect RS485 interface all controllers together by a twisted pair cable as indicated at the picture below.
Use straight linear wiring, do not create any nodes. Apply terminating resistors at boh ends of the RS485
cable. The InternetBridgeNT module contains integrated terminating resistor as well as balancing resistors,
which are activated by jumpers.
The mode of the respective controller serial port must be switched to DIRECT mode (Comms settings ->
RS232(1) mode = DIRECT) and must be redirected to RS485 terminals (Comms settings -> RS485(1) conv.
= ENABLED).
IMPORTANT: The RS485(2) port at IG-NTC and IS-NT-BB is not commpatible with
InternetBridgeNT. Please use CAN connection instead. The RS485(2) port at IG-NTC-BB and ISNTC-BB is compatible with InternetBridgeNT, however the IB-COM module in the controller
must be firmware version 1.1 and above. Please refer to the ComAp web site for more
information about IB-COM firmware update.

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Image 2.7 Wiring of RS485

3.8.3 CAN
Connect CAN2 interface of all controllers and InternetBridgeNT by a twisted pair cable as indicated at the
picture below. Use straight linear wiring, do not create any nodes. Apply terminating resistors at boh ends of
the CAN bus. The InternetBridgeNT module contains integrated terminating resistor, which can be activated
by jumper.
IMPORTANT: All controllers must be adjusted to the same CAN bus mode, i.e. either 8C or 32C
(Comms settings -> CAN bus mode). Use 8C only if the bus length is longer than cca 200m.

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Image 2.8 Wiring of CAN

It is possible to connect up to 4 InternetBridgeNT modules onto the CAN bus. Each module must be
configured to different address. See details in the chapter Module setup.

3.8.4 RS232
One single controller can be connected to the InternetBridgeNT module via RS232 interface. Use 3-wire
cross-wired serial cable for this purpose. The respective controller port must be switched to DIRECT mode
(Comms settings -> RS232(n) mode = DIRECT).
Note: ID-DCUserial RS232 interface is not compatible with InternetBridgeNT due to different serial speed.

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4 Module setup
In this chapter:
4.1 IB-NT Config

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4.2 General settings

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4.3 Ethernet connection settings

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4.4 Cellular connection settings

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4.5 E-mail and SMS settings

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4.6 GPS setting

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4.7 MODBUS settings

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4.8 SNMP settings

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4.9 Other settings

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4.10 Firmware update

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4.1 IB-NT Config

For setup of the InternetBridgeNT module the PC program IB-NT Config is used. The program is installed by
the ComAp PC Suite installation package and is located in the program group "ComAp PC Suite", submenu
"Tools". Please refer to the ComAp web pages to get the latest version of the package. The file Installation
packages content map will help you find the proper package.
IB-NT Config requires one of following operating systems: Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista or Windows 7,
Windows 8 withMicrosoft .NET 3.5 SP1 framework. If you do not have already installed the framework in
your computer the installer will automatically launch installation from the Microsoft web pages. Broadband
internet connection is recommended for the installation. The framework and its' service pack can be also
installed anytime manually from the Microsoft web.
The IB-NT Config can be connected using different connection methods.
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USB - used for initial setting. The connection uses virual COM port, so the device must be connected
first to your computer and then the virtual COM port is created. After that you can start the IB-NT Config
and select the proper COM port. The virtual COM port driver is installed together with the IB-NT Config.

Ethernet - can be used for later changes of the settings remotely by connecting to the static IP address of
the module.

AirGate - can be used for later changes of the settings remotely using AirGate connection.

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Image 3.1 IB-NT Config

Factory default password is "0". It is highly recommended to change the password. Go to menu SYSTEM ->
Password to change the password. Lost password? Write down the module serial number and password
decode number that are displayed in the warning message and contact your distributor.

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Image 3.2 Invalid password message window

After you made changes in settings of the module the changes must be confirmed and the module must be
restarted. Use the menu SETTINGS->Write and Reset.

4.1.1 Save and load the settings

Using the menu SETTINGS->Save to File the current settings can be saved into a XML file. This file can be
later used to restore settings e.g. after the module is replaced (menu SETTINGS->Load from File.

4.2 General settings

Image 3.3 General settings

The menu SETTINGS -> General contains essential settings of the module.
1. WAN connecton mode selects the communication interface which the module uses for acessing the
external network (Internet). Select Cellular if you want to use the built-in cellular modem or select
Ethernet if you want to use the ethernet socket.

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2. AirGate Enable switches AirGate protocol extension on and off. If AirGate is on then you can use
"AirGate" connection type in ComAp PC tools.
3. AirGate Address specifies the AirGate address. Use "airgate.comap.cz".
4. Conntrollers connection type selects the communication inferface which is used for connection of the
controllers.
Note: If CAN bus is used and there are other communication devices/bridges such as other , I-LB, IG-IB
or InteliVision-8(CAN) the CAN address collision must be avoided, e.g. each device must use different
CAN address.
Example: If you want to use two InternetBridgeNT with SIM card from two different operators at one
site and connect them via CAN bus then configure one InternetBridgeNT to CAN, Addr#1 and the
other to CAN, Addr#2.
Option

Physical CAN address

CAN, Addr#1

124

CAN, Addr#2

123

CAN, Addr#3

125

CAN, Addr#4

122
Table 3.1 Assignment of physical CAN addresses

Note: For using address 3 and 4 the setpoints CANAddrSwitch1 resp. CANAddrSwitch2 must be
switched to OTHER in all connected controllers.
5. If RTC Synchronization is enabled the InternetBridgeNT module will synchronize the RTC clock of the
connected controllers with accurate time obtained from either GPS or Internet (NTP servers)

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4.3 Ethernet connection settings

Image 3.4 Internet protocol settings

The menu SETTINGS->Ethernet connection contains settings related to the ethernet WAN interface.
Settings in this menu do not take place if the WAN interface is switched to cellular modem. For currently
used IP address and other IP related settings (independently on type of the WAN interface type) go to the
menu STATUS.
1. IP Address Mode selects whether you want the module to work with manually adjusted static IP address
and other IP-related settings or you want the module to get all settings automatically from a DHCP
server. See details about static IP address in the chapter Setting-up static IP address.
2. IP Address adjusts the static IP address of the module in manual mode or displays the IP address
assigned by DHCP server in automatic mode.
3. Network Mask adjusts the network mask in manual mode or displays the network mask obtained from
DHCP server in automatic mode.
4. Gateway IP adjusts the gateway address in manual mode or displays the gateway address assigned by
DHCP server in automatic mode.
5. DNS Server IP adjusts the DNS server address in manual mode or displays the DNS server address
assigned by DHCP server in automatic mode.

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4.4 Cellular connection settings

Image 3.5 Cellular settings

The menu SETTINGS->Cellular connection contains settings related to the built-in cellular modem.
1. Network Selection is used to select manually the cellular operator or switch the modem to automatic
selection. It is recommended to use automatic mode except e.g. if you want to avoid roaming or if you
want to select manually the network type (see setpoint below).
2. Network Type is used to select manually the nework type (2G or 3G) or leave the selection to be done
automatically by the module according to signal strength. The 3G network is preffered in automatic
mode. If the network type is adjusted manually then also the network itself must be selected manually
(setpoint above).
3. Access Point Name is used to enter name of the internet access point. The proper name should be
provided by the SIM card operator, however, the name "Internet" works in most cases.
4. In rare cases the cellular provider might require also using APN User Name and APN Password for the
particular APN.
5. SIM PIN Status shows the current status of the SIM PIN lock. The SIM card must be unlocked (i.e. must
not require PIN after switching on) to work properly in InternetBridgeNT. If the SIM is locked, press the
button Unlock and enter correct PIN code. This will unlock the card and disable PIN lock for the future.
Note: It may take couple of minutes after powering the module up till IB-NT Config shows the current SIM
status. Then it may take couple of minutes again after entering correct PIN till the SIM is unlocked.

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IMPORTANT: If manual network selection is used it might happen that the InternetBridgeNT will
lose the internet connection as a result of change of the coverage of the particular network type
(2G or 3G). This might be caused by reconfiguration of the network, network maintenance etc.

4.5 E-mail and SMS settings

Image 3.6 E-mail settings

The menu SETTINGS->E-mail and SMS contains settings related to sending active e-mails and SMS.
1. InternetBridge-NT E-mail Address specifies the address which will appear as sender's address in active
e-mails. This address must be valid, i.e. the domain name must exist and the SMTP server must be able
to convert it to IP address. Otherwise most of SMTP servers will refuse sending such e-mail.
2. SMTP Server specifies the IP address or domain name of the SMTP server, which is used for sending emails. TCP port number used for SMTP communication can be specified by adding colon and port
number at the end ot the SMTP server name or IP address. If the port number is not specified the default
number 25 is used.
Example: smtp.mydomain.com:9925
Note: In most cases Internet providers have their own SMTP servers, that are available for free for their
customers and are accessible only if the e-mailing device is connected to the Internet via the respective
provider.
3. SMTP Authentification selects whether the SMTP server requires login or not. If yes the two setpoints
below are used to enter username and password. Authentication types PLAIN, CRAM-MD5 are
supported. Encrypted connection is not supported.
4. SMTP User Name for STMP servers which require authentication (e.g. public paid servers).

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5. SMTP Password for STMP servers which require authentication (e.g. public paid servers).
6. Time Zone is used to adjust time zone where the site (bridge) is located. This is necessary for the
recipient's e-mail client to recalculate time and date of sending to the local time of the recipient. The
adjusted time zone is be used for conversion of the GMT time obtained from GPS or NTP into local time
before the time is synchronized into the controllers.

4.6 GPS setting

Image 3.7 GPS settings

1. GPS function item is used to switch on/off the GPS function.

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4.7 MODBUS settings

Image 3.8 MODBUS settings

1. MODBUS/TCP Protocol enables/disables the MODBUS/TCP server function.
2. MODBUS Access Code selects if access code is required to initiate the MODBUS/TCP session or not.

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4.8 SNMP settings

Image 3.9 SNMP settings

1. SNMP Protocol enables/disables the SNMP Agent function.
2. SNMP Trap Dest. Address adjusts the IP address to which the module sends SNMP trap if there is a
new item in AlarmList in any of attached controlers.
3. SNMP Read Community adjusts the community string for reading data. The connected SNMP manager
must use the same string when it attempts to read any data from the agent.
4. SNMP Write Community adjusts the community string for writing data. The connected SNMP manager
must use the same string when it attempts to write any data into the agent.

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4.9 Other settings

Image 3.10 Other settings

1. ComAp protocol TCP port adjusts the port number used for Direct IP or AirGate connection. The default
port is 23 and should not be changed unless there is a clear reason for the change. A typical reason might
be a need to share of one static public IP address among multiple devices behind a router which performs
NAT.This setting applies for both AirGate and direct connection modes.
2. AirGate UDP port adjusts the port number used for registration into AirGate. The default port is 6127 and
must not be changed unless you are using a private AirGate which is configured to a different UDP port.
IMPORTANT: If AirGate is used the ComAp protocol TCP port must be adjusted to port 23 or
alternative port 21. Any other value will cause the communication will not work.

4.10 Firmware update

4.10.1 InternetBridgeNT firmware update
IB-NT Config is used to update the main firmware in the InternetBridgeNT module.
1. Download the latest InternetBridgeNT firmware file (InternetBridge-NT X.Y.zip) from the ComAp web
pages http://www.comap.cz/products/detail/InternetBridge-NT/downloads/#tabs.
2. Connect IB-NT Config using any type of connection.
3. Go to menu SYSTEM->Firmware Update->Main Firmware->Firmware, press the Browse button and
select the InternetBridgeNT firmware file (*.bin).

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4. Press the Upload button to program the firmware into the InternetBridgeNT. When the programming is
finished successfuly InternetBridgeNT will reset and apply the new firmware. If programming is
interrupted the previous firmware will remain and it is possible to repeat programming again.
5. After programming is finished connect the IB-NT Config again and check the firmware version.
Current version of the firmware is displayed in the menu SYSTEM->Firmware Info->Main Firmware.
Customizing the logo
The company logo displayed at the controller web pages is customizable. The custom logo is to be
uploaded from the menu SYSTEM->Firmware Update->Logo. The name of the logo file must be "logo.gif"
(i.e. must be in GIF format) and must not exceed size of 100x45 (WxH) pixels. After programming of the logo
the module will reset automatically. It might be necessary to reload the web page manually after changing
the logo otherwise the browser might continue using previous logo from the browser's cache.

4.10.2 Integrated cellular modem firmware update

This chapter describes the procedure of updating the firmware in the integrated cellular modem, not the main
firmware of the InternetBridgeNT
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Note: It is recommended to update the modem firmware to version 2.003 to increase overall stability and
performance as well as to prevent from connectivity droputs caused by bugs in the firmware 1.002. Fallback
to an older firmware version that the actual one is not allowed.
1. Download the latest modem firmware file (ph8_revXXXXX_arnXXXXXX.usf) from the ComAp web
pages http://www.comap.cz/products/detail/InternetBridge-NT/downloads/#tabs.
2. Connect IB-NT Config, version 1.3 or newer, via USB connection.
3. Disconnect all cables from the InternetBridgeNT except power source and USB while the modem
firmware is beeing updated!!!
4. Go to menu SYSTEM->Firmware Update->Cellular Module->Firmware, press the Browse button and
select the modem firmware file (*.usw).
5. Press the Upload to program the firmware into the integrated cellular modem.
6. After programming is finished wait ca. 2-3minutes and then check the cellular module firmware version.
IMPORTANT: It may take couple of minutes till the programming begins. Also the programming
process itself takes several minutes. Avoid any interruption of the programming process. If the
programming process is interrupted it can be repeated again, but the programming speed will
be significantly lower.
Current version of the firmware is displayed in the menu SYSTEM->Firmware Info->Cellular module.

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5 Functions
In this chapter:
5.1 Direct IP connection

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5.2 AirGate connection

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5.3 Web interface

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5.4 Active e-mails and SMS

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5.5 MODBUS/TCP

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5.6 SNMP

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5.7 GPS

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5.8 Time synchronization

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5.1 Direct IP connection

Direct IP connection is intended to be used if the InternetBridgeNT module is reachable from the client
computer by specifying the IP address at which the module can be contacted. If direct connection is to be
used within a local network the InternetBridgeNT must have static IP address in the respective local nework.
If direct connection is to be used from the Internet, the IP address, which is entered into the client computer,
must be static and public in scope of the Internet.
In most cases if the module is connected to Internet via a local ethernet network port forwarding must
created from the public IP address of the network gateway to the local IP address of InternetBridgeNT at the
port specified for ComAp protocol. Different port numbers can be used to create multiple port forwarding
rules in the same local network. If InternetBridgeNT is connected via cellular network the SIM card with
static and public IP address must be purchased.
Note: In InternetBridgeNTfirmware versions below 1.2 the direct IP connection can not be used if AirGate
connection is enabled.
Maximum of 3 clients of ComAp type (InteliDDE server, WinScope, WebSupervisor) can be connected
simultaneously to the module.
Note: If you have troubles with setting up static and public IP address for direct connection from Internet
use AirGate connection instead.

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Image 4.1 Direct connection in a LAN

Image 4.2 Port forwarding example

5.1.1 Setting-up static IP address

This chapter describes how to setup the InternetBridgeNT module to a static IP address. Static IP address is
required if following functions (connection types) are to be used:
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Web interface

Direct IP connection

MODBUS/TCP

There are two basic ways to get the static IP address:

First way is to switch the InternetBridgeNT to manual IP address mode and adjust all IP settings (IP
address, network mask, gateway IP address and DNS server IP address) manually using IB-NT Config. If
this method is used several basic rules should be kept to avoid conflicts with the remaining network
infrastructure:

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The static IP used in the controller must be selected in accordance with the local network in which
InternetBridgeNT is connected.

The static IP used in the controller must be excluded from the pool of addresses which is assigned by
DHCP server, which is in charge of the respective local network.

The local infrastructure must generally allow using devices with manually assigned IP addresses.

There must not be any other device using the same static IP address. This can be tested from a
computer connected to the same network using ping <required_ip_address> command issued
from the command line. The IP address is not occupied if there is not any response to the ping command.

Note: The list above contains only basic rules. Other specific restrictions/rules may take place depending
on the local network security policy, technolgy used, topology etc.
Next way is to switch the InternetBridgeNT to automatic IP address mode and let InternetBridgeNT to get IP
settings from the DHCP server. Then configure the DHCP server to assign always the same IP address
(i.e. static IP address) to the particular InternetBridgeNT according to it's MAC address. InternetBridgeNT
MAC address is displayed in IB-NT Config, menu System->Device Info->Ethernet MAC address, as well as
printed on the ethernet socket.
IMPORTANT: It is strongly recommended to consult using static IP address with the local
network administrator.

5.2 AirGate connection

AirGate connection is recommended if you want to access the bridge using ComAp protocol (i.e. ComAp
tools like InteliMonitor, GenConfig or WebSupervisor) and the bridge does not have fixed IP address and/or
there is no route from the client computer to the bridge.
AirGate is to be activated in the General Settings menu. When the InternetBridgeNT connects to the AirGate
first time it is registered into the AirGate database and gets AirGate ID, which remains then the same even if
the module is switched off and on again. This AirGate ID is used for all controllers connected to the
InternetBridgeNT, the controllers are distinguished from each other by their controller address. AirGate ID is
displayed in IB-NT Config (STATUS->WAN Connection->AirGate ID).
Max. 2 clients of ComAp type (InteliDDE server, WebSupervisor) can be connected simultaneously.

5.3 Web interface

The web interface is intended to monitor the site from a web browser. Static IP address is required for this
function as you must know the IP address to put it into the browser. Public IP address or port forwarding is
required if you want to see the web pages from the Internet.
Maximum of 2 web clients can be connected simultaneously.

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Image 4.3 Port forwarding example for web connection

The web server is designed for basic monitoring and adjustment of the controller using a web browser. Just
put the InternetBridgeNT IP address into the browser to display the overview page with the list of connected
controllers. Then click to a controller to see it's web pages. You will asked for the controller access code
prior to entering the controller web.
The logo displayed on the top of the web page is customizable. See the chapter Customizing the logo.
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Note: Do not open multiple web connections to the same InternetBridgeNT from the same browser window
using browser tabs. This may cause that the data in te tabs will be mixed-up. Do not use the browser
navigation buttons as "Back", "Forward" or "Reload". Use the links and the reload button located in the
toolbar instead.

Image 4.4 InternetBridgeNT overview web page

Scada
Click to the SCADA link in the toolbar to display the scada page. The scada page is also the main page
which is displayed by default if you just put the IB-Lite address into the browser.
Note: The scada page layout may differ according to the firmware branch, version and application. Certain
old firmware versions does not support web access at all.

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Image 4.5 SCADA window

Measurement
Click to the MEASUREMENT link in the toolbar to display the measurement page. Then click to the required
group name in the left box to display values of the group in the right box.

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Image 4.6 Values window

Setpoints
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Click to the SETPOINTS link in the toolbar to display the setpoints page.

Click to the required group name in the left box to display setpoints of the group in the right box.

Click to the required setpoint name or value to change the value. If the respective setpoint is protected by
password, which is indicated by a lock icon by the setpoint name, you have to click on the "Controller
password" icon located in the toolbar and then enter valid password.

Note: If an another user changes a setpoint from other terminal, the web page will not show this change
immediately as e.g. InteliMonitor.

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Image 4.7 Setpoints window

History
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Click to the HISTORY link in the toolbar to display the history page.

Use the control buttons to move within the history file.

Note: If a new record appears in the controller, the web page will not show it immediately as e.g.
InteliMonitor.

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Image 4.8 History window

Page content refresh
The web interface does not provide a real-time view of the data, it provides rather a static image (snapshot),
which is periodically refreshed. The refresh is either automatic or the page can be refreshed manually in any
time by pressing the "refresh" button in the toolbar.
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Autorefresh period of the SCADA page is adjustable as described in the chapter below.

MEASUREMENT and SETPOINTS pages are automatically refreshed every 60 seconds.

HISTORY page is automatically refreshed every 5 minutes.

Web server adjustment

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Click to the "Webserver settings" icon in the toolbar to display the settings page.

Select the controller language the web pages will appear in.

Select the rate of automatic refresh of the scada page.

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Image 4.9 Web server adjustment page

These settings will be also applied for the web pages of the other controllers connected to the
InternetBridgeNT.

5.4 Active e-mails and SMS

The module can send active e-mails and sms from the connected controllers if the controller is adjusted to
send it. The controller setpoint groupAct.calls/SMS contains all settings related to this function:
1. Selection of events (alarm types) that will issue active e-mail or sms.
2. Seletion of message type (e.g. e-mail or sms) for each channel.
3. Entering the destination address (e.g. e-mail address or phone number) for each channel.
There are several settings in the InternetBridgeNT itself that are required for proper sending of e-mails. It is,
above all, SMTP server address and InternetBridgeNT mailbox (sender's e-mail). See the chapter e-mail and
sms.
The function of sending active sms is available regadless of WAN connection type. IT requires only a SIM
card with properly adjusted SMS center to be inserted in the module.

5.4.1 Languages in SMS and e-mails

The required language, in which the active e-mail or SMS is to be sent, is adjusted in the controller via
setpoint Acall+SMSlang.
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Sms in languages with code page from the list below (except Latin 1) are converted to UCS-2 encoding
and sent as "short" sms (70 characters).

Sms in languages using Latin 1 are converted to 7-bit GSM encoding (accents are removed from the
characters) and sent as "long" sms (160 characters).

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E-mails are sent in ASCII using "Base64" encoding. The e-mail header contains information about the
used code page. "8BITMIME" is no more required.

Standard SMTP protocol is used if no authentication is required by the mailserver.

ESMTP protocol is used for servers requiring authentication. "LOGIN" authentication type is supported.

If code page for the adjusted language is not in the list e-mails and sms are sent in english.

Code page
Win1250 (LATIN 2)
Win1251 (CYRILLIC)
Win1252 (LATIN 1)
Win1253 (GREEK)
Win1254 (TURKISH)
Win1255 (HEBREW)
Win1256 (ARABIC)
Win1257 (BALTIC)
Win1258 (VIETNAMESE)
Win874 (THAI)
Table 4.1 List of supported code pages

5.5 MODBUS/TCP
MODBUS/TCP protocol is used for integration of the controllers into a building management system or for
remote monitoring via 3rd party monitoring tools. The MODBUS/TCP protocol is to be enabled/disabled in
the setup page MODBUS, setup item MODBUS/TCP Protocol. The MODBUS protocol is enabled
alternatively with the SNMP protocol, so both protocols can not be active simultaneously. Max. 1
MODBUS/TCP client can be connected in one moment.
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Functions 3,6,16 are supported.

Use the value of controller address setpoint as MODBUS "device address" to specify for which
particullar controller the MODBUS query is directed.

The map of registers depends on controller firmware branch, version and configuration. It can be
exported into a text file from the appropriate controller archive using GenConfig.

Some registers have fixed meaning. These registers, as well as much other information regarding
MODBUS including examples, are available in the Communication guide at the ComAp web site.

Note: If the InternetBridgeNT is connected to the controller(s) via RS485/RS232 the number of registers that
are read in one query is limited to 62.
Controller access code may be required to start MODBUS/TCP session. Use function 16, register 46339
and number of registers 8. The access code is a null-terminated string of max. 15 characters. Send the 1st
character in the LSB of the 1st register, 2nd character in the MSB of the 1st register, 3rd character in the LSB
of the 2nd register etc. It is possible to disable requiring the access code using the setup item MODBUS
Access Code.

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5.6 SNMP
The controllers connected to the InternetBridge module can be contacted also via SNMP v.1 protocol. The
bridge acts as a SNMP agent and provides controller data for the remote SNMP Manager as well as sends
TRAPs always when a new alarm appears in the controller alarm list. The SNMP Agent function is to be
enabled/disabled in the setup page SNMP, setup item SNMP Protocol. The SNMP protocol is enabled
alternatively with the MODBUS protocol, so both protocols can not be active simultaneously.
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Each controller has it's own MIB table which is to be created from the controller configuration using
GenConfig (menu Generate cfg image -> Generate SNMP MIB Table).

If there is a new alarm in any of connected controllers the bridge sends a TRAP to the predefined IP
address (SNMP -> SNMP Trap. Dest. Address. The trap has meaning "New alarm appeared" and as the
bindings contain the alarmlist of the controller where the alarm appeared as well as the controller name
and serial number.

SNMP read/write community strings are set by default to "public"/"private" and can be changed in the
setup page SNMP.

The MIB table is fixed, can not be configured.

IMPORTANT: As the OID tree contains serial number of the controller it is absolutely necessary
that the MIB table is created from the configuration downloaded from the respective controller. If
the MIB is created from default archive or archive downloaded from other controller the SNMP
agent will not report error.

5.7 GPS
Internal GPS receiver can be used for location and tracking of the module.
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The GPS function is to be enabled/disabled in IB-NT Config, menu Settings -> GPS.

The position data are available in IB-NT Config, menu Status -> GPS as well as in the connected
controllers.

It is also possible to see the current position of the controller in WebSupervisor map view.

Note: The controller firmware must support GPS location to see the position in it or in the Websupervisor.
This support will be available from version 2.7 of IG-NT and IS-NT standard branch.

5.8 Time synchronization

Internal clock of the module is regularly synchronized with either GPS time or Internet time (from
pool.ntp.org). This synchronization provides accurate GMT time, which is used for timestamps in the
operation log and after shifting according to the adjusted time zone (menu Settings -> E-mail and SMS) also
for e-mails to indicate at which time the e-mail was sent.
If synchronization of the controller RTC clock is enabled (menu Settings -> General -> Controllers) the
module will also readjust regularly the RTC clock of the connected controllers to the accurate time obtained
from GPS or Internet and shifted according to the time zone and eventually shifted also to daylight saving
time. The time zone is taken as above from the InternetBridgeNT settings, the daylight saving time shift is
applied if it is currently active in the controller.
Note: The controller firmware must support the RTC clock synchronization. This support will be available
from version 2.7 of IG-NT and IS-NT standard branch.

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6 Troubleshooting
Where is the IB-NT Config software? How can I get it?
Cause

Solution

The software is located in the program group "ComAp PC Suite", submenu "Tools". It is

Download

installed by the ComAp PC Suite installation package, please refer to the ComAp web

the

pages to get the latest version of the package. The file Installation packages content

installation

map will help you find the proper package which contains the latest IB-NT Config

package and

version.

install the
software.

I can not connect to the module from IB-NT Config.

Cause

Solution

There is not any COM port labelled

Switch on the module, connect the USB cable

"InternetBridge-NT ComAp USB Device" in the

from the module to your computer and wait until

list.

the USB device manager installs the drivers. Then

restart IB-NT Config.

The USB device manager reports a message that

The device driver is missing or not installed

the connected device was not recognized and will

properly. Please reinstall the IB-NT Config.

not work properly when I connect InternetBridgeNT

to my computer.
The IB-NT Config displays message "Open COM

Check if there is not other IB-NT Config running in

Error" when I am trying to connect to my

your computer, which is connected to the same

InternetBridgeNT.

COM port.
Close the IB-NT Config, detach and attach the
USB cable and try to connect again.

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The LED "Controllers" does not come up within several seconds after switching the power on.
Cause

Solution

The wiring is not

Check the wiring according to the chapter Controller connection. Check if there are

correct or

terminating resistors at both ends, but not anywhere else . Note, that most of

terminating

ComAp products have internal terminating resistors that are to be activated by

resisors are not

jumper. Check if there isn't the juper accidentaly set in some device connected in

properly installed.

the middle of the bus.

Selected

Use IB-NT Config to check the port selected for controller connection. You will find

communication

it in the menu SETTINGS -> General .

interface does not

match the one
which is really
used.
The CAN bus

Check in all controllers connected to the bridge if the setpoint "CAN bus mode" is

mode is not

adjusted in each controller to the same value.

adjusted in all
controllers to the
same value.
There is a

Adjust the setpoint "Contr. address" in each controller to a different value.

controller address
collision.

The module is switched to cellular mode but the LED "Cellular" does not come up within
couple of minutes after switching the power on.
Cause

Solution

SIM card is not inserted properly.

Check if the SIM card is installed as described in the chapter SIM

installation.

SIM card is locked.

Use IB-NT Config to unlock the SIM card with the PIN code as
described in the chapter Cellular network setup.

SIM card does not support internet Ask your SIM card provider for help. If you are in doubts, you can
connection.

try using the card in an other internet-enabled device such as a

smartphone.

Incorrect access point name.

Ask your provider for proper APN name and then use IB-NT Config
to change it.

The signal of the selected network

Check if you do not manually selected an operator or network type

operator is too weak or not

which is not available at current position. The manual operator

available at all. Use the IB-NT

selection should be used only to prevent roaming in situations

Config to check the signal

where there is signal from home operator as well as from roaming

strength (STATUS -> Wireless ).

operators in the same location.

Try moving the antenna to different position or using antenna with
higher gain.

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The module is switched to AirGate mode but the LED "AirGate" does not come up witin
couple of minutes after switching the power on.
Cause

Solution

AirGate address is not

Check if the AirGate address is adjusted to "airgate.comap.cz".

adjusted correctly.
The module does not have

Check if the module is properly attached to the Ethernet LAN

access to the Internet.

Check if the module is attached to the cellular network. LED cellular must
be on - either yellow or red. If the LED is not on see the symptom above.

There is a problem with

If the Ethernet parameters are assigned manually check if they are

translation of the AirGate

adjusted correctly according to what you got from the LAN administrator.

domain name to the IP

If the module is switched to get the parameters from a DHCP server

address.

check if it has received the parameters correctly. If there is a problem with

DHCP server the currently assigned IP address would be "0.0.0.0".
If cellular connection is used check if the APN is set correctly as given
from your cellular provider.

Outgoing UDP traffic from

If cellular connection is used ask your provider whether outgoing UDP

the module to the AirGate

traffic at port 6127 is enabled. If no, ask for enabling it or ask ComAp

at port 6127 is disabled.

technical support for alternative TCP port setting.

If ethernet connection is used ask the IT manager for enabling outgoing
UDP traffic at port 6127.

The module is switched to AirGate, the LED "AirGate" came on, the module displays
AirGateID in IB-NT Config, but it is not possible to connect to the controllers from
InteliMonitor. DDE server reports error "Can't read IB version".
Cause

Solution

Outgoing TCP traffic from the module to

If cellular connection is used ask your provider whether

the AirGate at port 23 is disabled.

outgoing TCP traffic at port 23 is enabled. If no, ask for

enabling it or ask ComAp technical support for alternative
TCP port setting.
If ethernet connection is used ask the IT manager for
enabling outgoing TCP traffic at port 23.

The module does not connect to AirGate if static IP address is used.

Cause

Solution

The IP address, network mask, gateway address

See the chapter Setting-up static IP address for

and/or DNS address are not adjusted correctly.

information about how to set-up a static IP

address.

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The connection to Internet via cellular network (especially 3G) is unstable and dropouts often
occur although the signal strength is sufficient. There are messages "Cellular connection reset
05" in the log.
Cause

Solution

The integrated cellular module is running firmware

Update the cellular module firmware to 2.003

1.002, which may be unstable at 3G networks.

Message "Cellular connection reset 02" appears in the log. This message is written if
InternetBridgeNT does not have access to Internet.
Cause

Solution

If this message appears only rarely it may be caused

This is not a faulty situation.

by automatic deactivation of the packet data

connection by the cellular operator. InternetBridgeNT
detects this situation re-creates the connection again.
If this message appears regularly each several

It is not possible to operate InternetBridgeNT

minutes it means InternetBridgeNT can not access the (version up to 2.1) in cellular WAN connection
Internet at all. It may happen e.g. if InternetBridgeNT

mode without Internet access. This possibility

operates in an isolated VPN.

will be added into one of future versions.

Message "Cellular connection reset 00" appears in the log. This message is written if
InternetBridgeNT could not initialize the internal cellular modem.
Cause

Solution

Rare occurence of this message can be a consequence

InternetBridgeNT will automatically reset the

of a previous problem with the internal modem.

modem to recover from this situation.

Repeated occurence of this message means the internal Factory repair is needed.
cellular module is damaged.

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7 Technical specifications
Width x Height x Depth

180x130x45mm

Weight

450g

Power supply range

8-36VDC

Average power

cca 400mA@8V; 120mA@36V

consumption
Peak power

cca 1,5A@8V; 0,5A@36V

consumption
Operating temperature

-20 to +60C (-4 to 140F)

Storage temperature

-40 to +80C (-40 to 176F), ask your operator for SIM card
storage/operation conditions

Ethernet socket

100Base-TX, automatic negotiation

Cellular modem

GPRS,EGPRS,UMTS,HSPA

capabilities
Cellular modem GPRS

850,900,1800,1900MHz

bands
Cellular modem UMTS

800,850,1700,1900,2100MHz

bands

7.1 Electromagnetic compatibility

This device is class A device as defined in the standard EN 55022 (for commercial areas). It complies with
following standards:
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EMC emmisions: ETSI EN 301489-1

EMC immunity: EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6

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8 Document information
InternetBridgeNT - Reference Guide
Written by: Jan Tomandl
2011-2014 ComAp a.s.
Kundratka 17, Praha 8, Czech Republic
Phone: +420246012111, fax: +420266316647
Web: www.comap.cz, e-mail: [email protected]

8.1 Document history

Revision number

Related SW version

Related HW version

Date

Author

1.0

1.0

5.12.2011

Jan Tomandl

1.1

1.0

13.1.2012

Jan Tomandl

1.1.1

1.0

18.5.2012

Jan Tomandl

1.2

1.0

25.9.2012

Jan Tomandl

1.2

1.0

20.10.2012

Jan Tomandl

2.0

1.0

25.3.2013

Jan Tomandl

2.1

1.0

28.8.2013

Jan Tomandl

2.1

1.0

13.11.2013

Jan Tomandl

2.2.0

1.0

10.7.2014

Jan Tomandl

10

2.2.1

2.0

18.9.2014

Jan Tomandl

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