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GSM Module M1
Product description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Notes on safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Description of the interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
SIM card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
V.24 interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Hybrid connector (manufacturer-specific) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Function LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Installation / startup
Mounting the module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Power supply / power consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Cable assignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Switching the GSM module on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Voltage range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Overvoltage / undervoltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Protection / on-board network connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Power consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setting / testing the COM interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setting the GSM radio transfer rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Registering in the GSM network / PIN entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Setting up and clearing down connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
GSM module can still be accessed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connection cannot be set up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Own errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
System errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Incorrect characters on screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
GSM module does not dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Cannot receive fax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Overview of AT commands
General AT commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
GSM AT commands (GSM 07.07) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
SMS AT commands (GSM 07.05) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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Technical reference section

The AT standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
AT command line prefix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Connecting to your GSM module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Command syntax of the AT standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Loading the factory configuration and displaying a configuration . . . . . . . . . . . 17
ATVn - Result codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
A/ - Repeat previous command line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Setting up and clearing down connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Operating modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Command mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Transparent mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Escape command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
ATH - Go on-hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
ATOn - Return to transparent mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Setting the transfer rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
ATBn - Select GSM module’s operating mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
ATD - Dial a telephone number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Valid dial strings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
ATDL - Redial last telephone number used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
AT%Dn - Automatic dialing with DTR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
ATA - Answer a call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
ATS0=n - Auto-answer mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Displaying and storing a configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
AT&F - Load factory profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
AT&V - Display configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Configuring the module using AT commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Screen outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Limits of screen outputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
ATEn - Command echo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
ATQn - Activate and deactivate result codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
ATXn - Extended connect message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Control line options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
AT&Cn - Data Carrier Detect (DCD) options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
AT&Dn - Data Terminal Ready (DTR) options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Data flow control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Memory commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
AT&Zn=x - Store telephone number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
ATDS=n - Dial stored telephone number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
AT&Wn - Store configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
AT&Yn - Configuration at power-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
ATZn - Load user profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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AT+C commands for GSM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

AT+CGMI - Request manufacturer ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
AT+CGMM - Request model ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
AT+CGMR - Request revision ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
AT+CGSN - Request product serial number ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
AT+CHUP - Hangup call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
AT+CEER - Extended error report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
AT+CMEE - Report mobile equipment error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
AT+CREG - Network registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
AT+COPS - Operator selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
AT+COPS? - Display current network operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
AT+COPS=? - Display list of available network operators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
AT+COPS= .., .. - Use this network operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
AT+CPIN - Enter PIN and query blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
AT+CPIN2 - Enter PIN2 and query PIN2 blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
AT+CPWD - Change password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
AT+CSQ - Signal quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
AT+CKPD - Keypad control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
AT+CXXSN - Single-numbering parameterization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
AT+CXXMOC - Parameterize for outgoing calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
AT+CPBS - Select phonebook memory storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
AT+CPBR - Read phonebook entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
AT+CPBW - Write phonebook entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
AT+CBST - Select bearer service type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
AT+CRC - Cellular result code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
AT+CLIP - Calling line identification presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
AT+CPAS - Phone activity status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
AT+FCLASS - Select mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
AT+CXXCID - Card identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
AT+C commands for the short message service (SMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
AT+CSMS - Select message service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
AT+CPMS - Preferred message storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
AT+CMGF - Message format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
AT+CSCA - Service center address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
AT+CMGR - Read message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
AT+CMGS - Send message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
AT+CMGW - Write message to memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
AT+CMGD - Delete message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
AT+CNMI - New message indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
AT+CMGL - List messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
AT+CMS ERROR - message service failure result codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Fax operation conforming to TR-29.2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

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The S-registers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
ATSn? - Read an S-register . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
ATSn=x - Write to an S-register . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Binary and decimal values in S-registers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Bit position registers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Overview of the S-registers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
AT&Tn - Test functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
AT&T0 - Terminate an active test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
AT&T1 - Initiate local digital test loop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
ATIn - Display GSM module I-data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Technical data
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
V.24 interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Hybrid connector (manufacturer-specific) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
GSM modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Fax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
SMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

GSM documentation
GSM reference documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
ETSI contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

General information
CE-Sign . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

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GSM Module M1

Product description
The GSM module is a GSM terminal for transmitting data, faxes and SMS (short mes-
sage service) text messages in GSM networks (GSM = global system for mobile com-
munication).
The GSM Module M1 comprises the following components:
• GSM transceiver;
• Data and power supply unit;
• Serial interface (V.24) for data transmission and control;
• Manufacturer-specific interface for DC power supply, external antenna and audio
signals.
When the GSM Module M1 is registered in the network, it serves as a standard mo-
dem for fax and data transmission for a computer connected to the V.24 interface. Spe-
cial AT+C commands as per GSM 07.07 or GSM 07.05 for controlling GSM-related
functions (PIN entry, network selection, etc.) and for the short message service are
available via the V.24 interface.

Features
The GSM Module M1 offers the following features:
• Transparent data transmission at 2400, 4800 and 9600 bps (BS24,25,26);
• Group 3, Class 2 fax transmission conforming to TR-29.2 at 2400, 4800, 7200
and 9600 bps;
• Short message service mobile originated (SMS MO, TS22)
• Short message service mobile terminated (SMS MT, TS21)

Notes on safety
The GSM Module M1 conforms to GSM standards. However, note that the device can
still emit radiation and therefore must not be used or even switched on in certain envi-
ronments.
• Leaving the GSM Module M1 switched on in airplanes is prohibited by law.
• The module must not be used near service stations, fuel depots, chemical plants or
blasting operations.
• The module may also interfere with the functioning of electronic medical devices
(hearing aids, pacemakers, etc.) that are not properly shielded. In case of doubt, con-
sult your physician. Do not touch the antenna during a call.
• Using the GSM Module M1 in the direct vicinity of electronic devices (radios, tele-
visions, PCs, etc.) can cause slight interference.

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GSM Module M1

Description of the interfaces

The GSM Module M1 has interfaces for the power supply, for control and data trans-
mission, for an external antenna and for a SIM card as well as an LED that indicates
operating statuses. These interfaces will be described below. For a detailed description
including pin assignment, see the section entitled “Technical data” .

SIM card

The GSM Module M1 must have a SIM card to operate in the GSM network. To install
this card, press the yellow button to eject the carrier and insert the SIM in the carrier.
Then push the carrier into the housing, making sure that it locks into place.

V.24 interface

The serial interface is used for controlling the GSM Module M1 as well as for data, fax
and SMS transmission.
Connector: 9-pin DSUB (female) conforming to DIN 41652
Pin assignment: See the section entitled “Technical data”
Logic: V.24 asynchronous
Baud rates: 2400 - 19200 baud, autobauding
Parity: None
Character format: 8 data bits
Stop bits: 1
Level: Conforming to CCITT Recommendation V.28

Hybrid connector (manufacturer-specific)

The hybrid connector contains the power supply, ignition (for switching the device on
and off) and the connection for the external antenna (GSM 900 MHz antenna). It is con-
nected via the cable supplied.
Pin assignment:

Meaning of pins: See the section entitled “Technical data”

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Function LED

LED off Device switched off – not ready

LED flashing slowly Device switched on – ready
LED flashing rapidly Device switched on – connection setup
For a detailed function indication, use the corresponding AT commands.

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Installation / startup

Mounting the module

Two standard options are available for mounting the GSM Module M1 :
• Retaining clip
• Velcro
Before applying the velcro, make sure that the surface of the M1 (recess provided in
center of base) and the corresponding surface are free of dust and oil.
The mounting location must comply with the following environmental conditions:
• Temperature range -20 °C – +55 °C for full operability
• Temperature from insolation < 110 °C
• Light condensation permissible

Power supply / power consumption

Cable assignment

Power is supplied via the cable included in the scope of supply. The relevant wires are
marked as follows:
Red POWER +8 V – +24 V DC
Violet IGNITION(ON/OFF)
Brown GND Ground

Switching the GSM module on/off

The GSM Module M1 switches on when a positive voltage of 5 - 24 V is applied to IG-

NITION if a voltage of 8 - 24 V is simultaneously applied to POWER.
The module switches off when a voltage of less than +1 V is applied to IGNITION. An
existing call is correctly disconnected. This voltage must be applied for a minimum of
550 ms.

Important:
Be sure to switch off the module using IGNITION; simply disconnecting the power sup-
ply at POWER can damage the SIM if it is being written to at the time.

Voltage range

Nominal voltage: 13,2 V DC

Extreme voltage: 8 - 32 V DC

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Overvoltage / undervoltage
Correct operation of the M1 in send mode cannot be guaranteed if input voltages fall
below 8 V.
When input voltages exceed 32 V, the supply voltage is disconnected in order to pro-
tect the electronic components from an overvoltage.
Input voltages >100 V destroy the module.

Protection / on-board network connection

When installed, the M1 must be protected by a medium time-lag fuse with a nominal
value of 1A or a fast fuse with a nominal value of 1.6 A. For vehicle installation the M1
must be directly connected to the battery.

Important:
Do not connect the ground cable to the power supply, since this could result in a short
circuit via the antenna cable.

Power consumption

Supply Channel Standby Send mode

voltage search
Typical Max. Typical Max.

12 V 130 mA 70 mA 150 mA 220 mA 500 mA

24 V 70 mA 45 mA 150 mA 120 mA 500 mA

Setting / testing the COM interface

In order to control the GSM Module M1 and transfer data via the serial interface (COM
port), the interface parameters must be set.
The parameters settings are as follows:
COM port: 1-4, depending on which one the M1 was connected to

H
Baud rate: 2400 - 19200 baud, autobauding
Data bits 8
Parity None corresponds to 8N1
Stop bits 1
Duplex Full
For instructions on how to set these parameters, see the user guide for the computer
or terminal program used.

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In order to test the interface and your settings, enter AT. The GSM module should then
respond with OK. If it does not do so, configure a different interface in the communi-
cation program and try again. Also check the cable. When this test has been success-
fully completed, check the functionality of the GSM module by entering AT&T1. This
command activates a test loop. From now on, all the characters entered from your
GSM module should be echoed on the computer. Terminate the test by entering the
escape sequence +++. If the test is acknowledged by the NO CARRIER code, the
GSM module’s data functionality is operating correctly.

Setting the GSM radio transfer rate

The transfer rate (baud rate) via the radio interface can be set, for example, using a ter-
minal program. The ATBn command allows you to set the transfer rate in the GSM net-
work.
Enter the ATI8 command to display the current list.

ATBn [n=7,11,13,25,27,29,70,99]

Option Effect

Bit/s Synchronism Distant station

ATB99 9600 Asynchronous Mode set to automode

ATB7 2400 Asynchronous V.22bis

ATB11 4800 Asynchronous V.32

ATB13 9600 Asynchronous V.32

ATB25 2400 Asynchronous V.110 ISDN

ATB27 4800 Asynchronous V.110 ISDN

ATB29 9600 Asynchronous V.110 ISDN

ATB70 9600 Fax Fax Group 3

Example:
Enter: ATB13
M1 Permanently switches mode to 9600 bit/s.
Enter: ATB7
M1 Permanently switches mode to 2400 bit/s.

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Registering in the GSM network / PIN entry

In order for the GSM module to access the GSM network, you may have to enter the
PIN for the SIM card. You can do this using the AT+CPIN=“
....” command. The
AT+CPIN? command allows you to inquire whether or not you must enter a password
and what type of password must be entered. The following blocks are possible:
• PIN or PUK
• Device code or PUK of the device code
• Network link: the network operator blocks the device so that, without a network
PIN, it runs only in its own network. If you wish to operate the device in another net-
work, you must enter the PIN or PUK.
• Service operator link: similar to the network link but implemented by the service op-
erator rather than the network operator (again, you must enter PIN or PUK).

Note:
The PIN (4-8 positions) is the PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER and must be en-
tered to unblock the device. You are allowed 3 attempts to enter your PIN. If you enter
the wrong PIN 3 times in a row, the PIN is blocked and must be unblocked by means
of a PUK (PIN UNBLOCKING KEY). You are allowed 10 attempts.
You can enter the PUK any number of times for the network link and service operator
link.

Example:
Enter: AT+CPIN? Queries the password to be entered.
GSM module +CPIN: SIM PIN PIN for the SIM card; must be entered.
Enter: AT+CPIN=1234 PIN entry
M1 OK PIN was correct; the SIM card can be
accessed.
After entering the PIN, you can enter the AT+CREG? command to determine whether
the GSM module is registered in the GSM network.

Setting up and clearing down connections

Normally, you will set up connections with the aid of your communication program.
However, you can also manually instruct your GSM module to set up and clear down a
connection. The simplest sequence would be as follows: Load your communication
program and enter the following command:

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Enter: AT&F Loads factory configuration.

GSM module OK
Enter: ATD<tel. no.> The dial command
M1 Dials the telephone number and informs
you when it is successful.
CONNECT xxxx "xxxx" is the baud rate for the
connection. The GSM module is now
operating in transparent mode, i.e. entries
you make via the keyboard are transmitted
to the distant end.
Pause
Enter: +++ Interrupt command:
Press the “+“ key three times in rapid
succession.
Pause
M1 returns: OK Changes to command mode.
Enter: ATH Command to go on-hook
M1 returns: OK The connection is cleared down; M1 has
gone on-hook.
For more information, see Technical reference sec7tion.

Troubleshooting

GSM module can still be accessed

As long as the GSM module is still responding to commands, you can enter the AT&F0
command to load the factory configuration. In any case, this will permit further opera-
tion.
• Check whether the communication program is configured for the serial interface to
which the GSM module is connected.
• Check the parameters of your communication program. The following settings will
always work:
Transfer rate 2400 – 19200 baud
Data bits 8
Parity None
Stop bits 1
Duplex Full
Check whether other programs (e.g. printer spooler) are interfering with the function-
ing of the communication program. Restart your computer without additional pro-
grams, with the operating system alone (switch off and then on).

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Connection cannot be set up

A number of factors can prevent connection setup.

Own errors
• No SIM card in the module.
• The PIN or another block is not unblocked.
• The GSM data module is not registered, i.e. it has not or has not yet been able to
register in the network.
• The M1 was manually set to an unavailable network operator by means of
+COPS=1.
• The M1 was signed off of the network by means of +COPS=2.
• Invalid characters in the dial string.
• Dial string contains more than 30 characters.
• Command line contains more than 39 characters.

System errors
• A connection is already set up.
• The call is not answered within 60 seconds after dialing because the distant station:
– is not ready,
– is not a modem,
– does not support the selected operating mode.
The GSM module returns NO CARRIER.
• The distant station is busy. The GSM module returns BUSY.
• Before the connection can be set up, the GSM module receives a signal from the
computer and returns NO CARRIER. If no connection is set up, the GSM module
goes on-hook and returns to command mode.
• The GSM network does not or does not yet support the fax/data modes. The GSM
module returns NO CARRIER.
• The GSM module is not registered in the GSM network. It returns NO DIALTONE.
• You have manually dialed a forbidden network operator; the radio modem no longer
registers.

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Incorrect characters on screen

• Duplicate characters on screen
Cause: Your communication program is set to half-duplex or echo.
Remedy: Enter ATE0 to deactivate command echo in command mode or
deactivate the echo in the communication program.
• Only the characters from the distant station are incorrect
Cause: The GSM module’s data format does not match that of the distant sta-
tion.
Remedy: Set the parameters in your communication program accordingly (data
bits, parity, stop bits to 8, N, 1).

GSM module does not dial

Cause: A cable has been disconnected.
Remedy: Make sure that all cables are securely connected. Tighten all connecting
screws.
Cause: The GSM network does not or does not yet support the fax/data
modes. The GSM module returns NO CARRIER.
Remedy: Ask your network operator when these modes will be supported in
your network.
Cause: The GSM module has activated barred dialing.
Remedy: Switch the GSM module off and then on.

Cannot receive fax

Cause: Some fax programs that support TR-29.2 Class 2 expect the bits of the
fax code to arrive in an order different from the one defined in the
SP2388 specification. If the GSM module transmits the fax data bits to
the computer in the wrong order, the fax program cannot receive whole
fax pages. For this reason, the GSM module has been equipped with
the AT+FOPT=n command.
Remedy: Enter one of the following two commands and then check whether the
system is functioning correctly: AT+FOPT=1,0 (bit order as specified in
TR-29.2 Class 2, Draft SP2388); AT+FOPT=1,1 (opposite bit order, fac-
tory configuration for all countries).
Cause: The GSM network does not yet support the fax/data modes. The GSM
module returns NO CARRIER.
Remedy: Ask your network operator when these services will be supported in
your network.
Cause: Your network operator has not released your SIM card for the fax/data
modes.
Remedy: Ask your network/service operator to release these features.

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General AT commands
A/ Repeat previous command line
+++ Switch to command mode when connected
ATA Answer call
ATDx Dial the dial string "x"
ATDIx Dial ISDN number "x"
ATDL Redial last telephone number used
ATDS=n Dial stored telephone number
ATE0 Disable command echo
ATE1 Enable command echo
ATH Disconnect existing connection
ATIn Display product data
ATI0 Display product code for GSM module
ATI1 Display software checksum
ATI2 Determine firmware ROM checksum
ATI8 Display supported modes
ATI9 Display device ID
ATO0 Switch from command mode to transparent mode
ATQ0 Display result codes
ATQ1 Do not output result codes to computer
ATSn=x Assign value "x" to S-register "n"
ATSn? Read value of S-register "n"
ATS0=n Go off-hook after n-th ringing signal (n = "1" - "5")
ATS0=0 No automatic answering of calls
ATV0 Display result codes as digits
ATV1 Display result codes as text
ATX0 Display connection without baud rate. Ignore busy signal.
ATX1 Display connection with baud rate. Ignore busy signal.
ATX2 Same as ATX1
ATX3 Same as ATX1 but report BUSY
ATX4 Same as ATX3
ATZn Load user profile "n"
AT&C0 DCD always ON
AT&C1 DCD line ON only in the presence of carrier signal (connection)
AT&D0 Ignore DTR status
AT&D1 At DTR -> OFF: Command mode without going on-hook
AT&D2 At DTR -> OFF: Go on-hook, command mode, auto-answer off
AT&D3 At DTR -> OFF: Go on-hook, factory configuration same as AT&F
AT&F Load factory configuration
AT&T0 Terminate an active test
AT&T1 Initiate local digital test loop
AT&V Display current configuration
AT&Wn Store current configuration as user profile "n"
AT&Yn Load user profile "n" at power-up

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AT&Zn=x Store telephone number "x" in memory "n"

AT%Dn Automatic dialing with DTR
AT+ Fax commands
GSM AT commands (GSM 07.07)
AT+CGMI Display manufacturer ID
AT+CGMM Display model ID
AT+CGMR Display version of GSM module
AT+CGSN Display serial number (IMEI)
AT+CHUP Terminate all calls
AT+CEER Display reason last call was disconnected
AT+CMEE Extended error messages to GSM 07.07
AT+CREG Display registration status
AT+COPS Commands relating to network operator selection
AT+CPIN Enter PIN and query blocks
AT+CPIN2 Enter PIN2 and query PIN2 blocks
AT+CPWD Change PIN
AT+CSQ Display signal quality information
AT+CKPD Key simulation
AT+CXXSN Single-numbering parameterization
AT+CXXMOC Parameterize for outgoing calls
AT+CPBS Select phonebook
AT+CPBR Read phonebook entry
AT+CPBW Write phonebook entry
AT+CBST Select bearer service type
AT+CRC Cellular result code
AT+CLIP Calling line identification presentation
AT+CPAS Phone activity status
AT+FCLASS Select mode
AT+CXXCID Card identification
SMS AT commands (GSM 07.05)
AT+CSMS Select message service
AT+CPMS Preferred message storage
AT+CMGF Message format
AT+CSCA Service center address
AT+CMGR Read message
AT+CMGS Send message
AT+CMGW Write message to memory
AT+CMGD Delete message
AT+CNMI New message indications
AT+CMGL List messages
Please note: The GSM module also recognizes some AT-standard commands that it
does not execute, but it ignores these commands and returns either OK or ERROR.

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The AT standard
With the development of intelligent modems, an command language was introduced
in the U.S. called the AT standard. Over the past few years, this language has been con-
sistently enhanced and has gained international acceptance. Most modems and com-
munication programs work with this command language or can be set to use it.

AT command line prefix

The AT standard is a line-oriented command language. Each command line must begin
with the letters AT, with the sole exception of the A/ command. The commands are in-
troduced at the end of this section. The letters AT are also known as the attention code.
The attention code signals your GSM module that one or more commands will follow.
The GSM module examines this command line prefix.

Connecting to your GSM module

You have connected your GSM module to your PC. You can now connect to your GSM
module. To do so, start up a communication program on your PC.
Set the following transmission parameters (characteristics):
COM interface: 1 - 4, depending on which one the M1 is connected to
Rate: 2400 - 19200 baud
Data bits: 8
Parity: None
Stop bits: 1
Duplex: Full
The GSM module supports autobauding on the V.24 interface with transfer rates from
2400 to 19200 baud and the data format 8N1.

Command syntax of the AT standard

• Command lines must always begin with AT.

• Multiple commands can be combined on one command line. To improve legibility,
you can enter spaces between the individual commands. The GSM module ignores
these spaces.
• Commands that are specified in this manual with "0" in the last position can also be
entered without this "0". Example: ATQ has the same effect as ATQ0.
• A command line must end with a <CR> character, which is entered by pressing "En-
ter" on the keyboard. This fact will not be mentioned again in this manual.

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• The <CR> character can be followed by a <LF> character but this character will be
ignored by the GSM module.
Sample command lines:
ATH
ATS7?Q0E1
ATD0123456789
• When making corrections, use the Backspace key or Ctrl-H to delete the character
to the left of the cursor.
• The command line is not executed until the <CR> character is received.

Loading the factory configuration and displaying a configuration

The AT&F and AT&V commands allow you to load and display the factory configuration.
Enter: AT&F0
M1 returns: OK
Enter: AT&V
M1: Loads the factory configuration and transfers it to the PC.
The settings are displayed on the screen.

ATVn - Result codes

The GSM module acknowledges all commands.

Example:
Enter: AT&F0
M1 returns: OK
The ATVn command allows you to determine whether result codes will appear as al-
phanumeric text or a numerical code:

ATVn [n=0,1]

Option Result

ATV0 Selects the short result code format (digits). Useful if the GSM module is
to be controlled from the computer using a communication program.

ATV1 Selects the long result code format. Factory configuration.

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Overview of the short and long result code formats

Short Long code Meaning

code

0 OK Command executed, no error

1 CONNECT Connection set up

2 RING Ringing signal detected

3 NO CARRIER Connection not set up or disconnected

4 ERROR Incorrect command or command too long.

The AT+CMEE= 2 command allows you to display
extended error messages to GSM 07.07.

6 NO DIALTONE Connection cannot be set up.

7 BUSY Distant station busy

10 CONNECT 2400 Connection at 2400 bit/s

30 CONNECT 4800 Connection at 4800 bit/s

32 CONNECT 9600 Connection at 9600 bit/s

Please note:
In both cases, result codes are made up of ASCII characters. Long result codes must
begin and end with <CR> and <LF> characters. Short result codes only end with a
<CR> character.

A/ - Repeat previous command line

The A/ command allows you to reissue the previous command line in its entirety. This
is the only command that is not preceded by AT and that does not have to end with
<CR> (Enter). A/ is mainly used when the line was busy or the call was not answered.
In this case, the GSM module repeats the dial command.

Example:
Enter: AT D 01999341
GSM module: BUSY
Enter: A/
GSM module: Reissues the command (= D 01999341).

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Setting up and clearing down connections

Once you have read through this section, you will be able to use your GSM module to-
gether with your communication program to perform the following functions:
• Interrupt a connection using the escape command.
• Go off-hook.
• Set up a connection by manually dialing the telephone number.
• Store a telephone number.
• Dial a stored telephone number.
• Answer a call.
• Switch to auto-answer.

Operating modes

The GSM module operates in two different modes:

• Command mode
• Transparent mode

Command mode
When you switch on your system, the GSM module is in command mode and is ready
to receive and execute your commands. All characters that the GSM module receives
via the COM interface in this mode are interpreted as commands and, if a phone con-
nection is present, are not transferred to the distant station.

Transparent mode
In transparent mode, the GSM module transfers every character sent and received via
the COM interface just as it is.

Escape command

Before attempting to dial your first call, you must know how to interrupt or disconnect
a call at any time. This involves the following two steps:
• Enter  to switch to command mode.
• Disconnect the call by entering ATH.

Example:
Situation: The GSM module is operating in transparent mode, i.e. a connection is set
up to a distant station.
Change to command mode:
• Do not press any key for at least one second.
• Press the  key three times in rapid succession (within one second).
• Do not press another key for at least one second.
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returns the result code OK. The connection is not yet cleared down. The pause before
and after the "+" characters ensures that the GSM module will interpret this command
as the escape command in transparent mode and will then switch to command mode.
Going on-hook
• Disconnect the call by entering ATH (see next section).

ATH - Go on-hook

In command mode, the ATH command causes the GSM module to disconnect an ex-
isting call. The call is also disconnected if the distant station goes on-hook or the radio
connection in the GSM network is interrupted.

ATOn - Return to transparent mode

If you wish to interrupt the data flow only briefly, you can use the ATOn command to
return your GSM module to transparent mode, i.e. the data flows once again.

ATOn [n=0]

Option Result

ATO0 Switches the GSM module back to transparent mode when it was previ-
ously switched to command mode.

Setting the transfer rate

The GSM module supports the following transfer rates:

Transfer rates

Rate Bearer Corresponding modem types

Bit/s service

2400 24 Analog modems conforming to V.22bis,

ISDN adapter to V.110 ISDN

4800 25 Analog modemso conforming to V.32 with

fallback, ISDN adapter to V.110 ISDN

9600 26 Analog modems conforming to V.32,

ISDN adapter to V.110 ISDN

To change and permanently set the rate for the radio link, use the ATBn command.

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Example:
Your PC is set to 19200 baud, i.e. higher than the maximum GSM transfer rate of 9600
bit/s. This means that the GSM module receives more data from the PC than it can
transfer to the GSM network. In order to prevent a data overflow, the module must be
able to interrupt the data flow from the PC. This is accomplished by means of the RTS/
CTS hardware data flow control.

ATBn - Select GSM module’s operating mode

The ATBn command also allows you to set the GSM module’s operating mode perma-
nently for all connections.

ATBn [n=7,11,13,25,27,29,70,99]

Result
Option
Bit/s Synchronism Distant station

ATB99 Automatically sets the mode to match

the baud rate set for the PC.
Factory configuration

ATB 7 2400 Asynchronous V.22bis

ATB11 4800 Asynchronous V.32

ATB13 9600 Asynchronous V.32

ATB25 2400 Asynchronous V.110 ISDN

ATB27 4800 Asynchronous V.110 ISDN

ATB29 9600 Asynchronous V.110 ISDN

ATB70 9600 Asynchronous Fax Group 3

Example:
Enter: ATB13
GSM module: Permanently switches the mode to 9600 bit/s with the result that
all radio connections are permanently set to a transfer rate of
9600 bit/s.
Enter: ATB99
GSM module Automatically changes to the rate of the COM interface.

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ATD - Dial a telephone number

In order to dial a telephone number, enter the ATD command followed by the number.

Example:
Enter: ATD 0199341
GSM module Dials the telephone number 0199341.
and returns: CONNECT 2400
As soon as the module detects the carrier for the distant station, it returns the CON-
NECT result code. Data transfer can now begin.

Valid dial strings

• A dial string comprises digits from "0" to "9" (the telephone number), letters "A" to
"C" and the special dialing characters "i","+" and ";".
i This character must be located between the ATD command and the
telephone number (ATDix) and causes the GSM module to switch to
ISDN mode for this call.
+ This character must be located at the beginning of a dial string and
serves to access the international exchange of a GSM network.

Example:
You are in Sweden and wish to set up a connection to Munich.
Dial: ATD+4989<telephone number>
• A dial string must contain no more than 30 characters. A longer string will not be
dialed.
• A command line including the dial string must not exceed 39 characters. Although
longer command lines are displayed, they are rejected in their entirety.

Example:
ATD0045890235168338
This dial string comprises 16 characters. The command line on the screen contains
19 characters.

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ATDL - Redial last telephone number used

This command allows you to redial the last telephone number that you dialed, regard-
less of whether the last dialing attempt was successful.

Example:
Enter: ATD123456789 GSM module dials 123456789
GSM module: BUSY The number is busy.
Enter: ATDL
GSM module: Redials 123456789.

AT%Dn - Automatic dialing with DTR

The AT%Dn command allows you to activate and deactivate automatic dialing of the
telephone number stored in telephone number memory "0". The number is dialed if the
computer sets the DTR control line connected to the COM interface to ON.

AT%Dn [n=0..1]

Option Result

AT%D0 Deactivates automatic DTR dialing.

AT%D1 Activates automatic DTR dialing if DTR switches from OFF to ON;
dials the telephone number "x" that was stored in telephone number
memory "0" by means of the AT&Z0=x command.

Example:
Enter: AT&Z0=123456789 Stores the telephone no. "123456789"
in telephone number memory "0".
GSM Data_Module: OK Telephone number has been stored.
Enter: AT%D1 Activates DTR dialing.
GSM module: OK Command has been executed.
DTR is OFF
DTR switches ON "123456789" is dialed automatically.
DTR switches OFF GSM module goes on-hook.

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ATA - Answer a call

The GSM module does not automatically answer calls after you switch on your com-
puter. In accordance with the factory configuration, it does not go off-hook. The ATA
command causes your GSM module to go off-hook when the phone rings. You deter-
mine whether or not you wish to answer.

ATS0=n - Auto-answer mode

The ATS0=n command allows you to configure your GSM module so that it will auto-
matically answer calls. "n" represents the number of ringing signals before the call is
answered. Permissible values are from "0" to "5".

ATS0=n [n=0..5]

Option Result

ATS0=0 No auto-answer: incoming calls are ignored.

ATS0=1 The GSM module goes off-hook after the first ringing signal.

... etc.

ATS0=5 The GSM module goes off-hook after the fifth ringing signal.

You can use the ATA command to answer calls at any time, regardless of these set-
tings.

Displaying and storing a configuration

The GSM module works with a set of parameters that determine its functioning. This
set of parameters is called the active configuration profile. Values for these parameters
are predefined in a factory configuration that you can use at any time when you load it
using the AT&F command. The GSM Module M1 allows you to modify the active con-
figuration profile by means of AT or S-register commands. These options will be de-
scribed in subsequent sections. When you switch off the GSM module, any changes
you made to the active configuration profile are lost. When you switch it on again, the
active configuration profile once again corresponds to the factory configuration. How-
ever, the GSM module has two nonvolatile memory blocks in which you can store con-
figuration profiles (AT&Wn command, page 29). These blocks are user profiles "0" and
"1". When you switch on your system, the GSM module loads the user profile that you
set by means of the AT&Yn command. For more information, see the section entitled
“AT&Yn - Configuration at power-up” .
Please note:
When the module is supplied, both user memories contain the factory profile.

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AT&F - Load factory profile

This command allows you to load the factory profile that was supplied with the GSM
module.

AT&F

Option Result

AT&F If your GSM module stops functioning due to a faulty configuration,

this command resets the module to the factory configuration.

AT&V - Display configuration

The AT&V0 command allows you to display the active configuration profile on the screen.
Enter: AT&V
The GSM module then transfers the information to the computer, which displays it on
the screen.

Example:
You have a GSM module and have loaded the factory configuration by means of the
AT&F command. Now enter the AT&V command. The following is displayed on the
screen:
AT&V
ACTIVE PROFILE:
B99 E1 L2 M1 Q0 V1 X4 Y0 %D0 &C1 &D2 &G0 &Y0
S00:000 S01:000 S02:043 S03:013 S04:010 S05:008 S06:002 S07:060 S08:002
S09:006 S10:007 S12:050 S14:6AH S16:00H S18:000 S21:30H S22:46H S23:1CH
S25:005 S26:001 S27:00H
0
STORED PROFILE 0:
B99 E1 L2 M1 Q0 V1 X4 Y0 &C1 &D2 &G0
S00:000 S14:6AH S18:000 S21:30H S22:46H S23:1CH S25:005 S26:001 S27:00H
x S27:00H
STORED PROFILE 1:
B99 E1 L2 M1 Q0 V1 X4 Y0 &C1 &D2 &G0
S00:000 S14:6AH S18:000 S21:30H S22:46H S23:1CH S25:005 S26:001 S27:00H
x S27:00H
TELEPHONE NUMBERS:
&Z0=
&Z1=
&Z2=
&Z3=
OK

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Configuring the module using AT commands

This section describes the standard AT commands that allow you to configure your
GSM module. These commands are grouped according to subject area.

Screen outputs

Limits of screen outputs

When you receive data that is reproduced on the screen (data echo), the text is usually
shifted upward when the edge of the screen is reached. When you generate screen
outputs using AT commands (e.g. AT&V), a maximum of 30 lines is displayed for each
command. If, for example, you enter the AT&V command several times on the same
line (AT&V&V&V), a maximum of 30 lines is displayed.

ATEn - Command echo

The ATEn command affects the echo of characters that the GSM module receives from
your computer when the GSM module is in command mode.

ATEn [n=0,1]

Option Result

ATE0 Command echo off: Select the ATE0 setting when the computer itself is
echoing keyboard entries on the screen and no command echo is expect-
ed from the GSM module. Please note: If you enter the ATE0 command
and your computer is expecting character echo, the computer will no long-
er display the entered characters on the screen. You are then working
blind.

ATE1 Command echo on: Select the ATE1 setting when your computer is con-
figured to expect the characters received by your GSM module to be re-
turned. Factory configuration.

ATQn - Activate and deactivate result codes

The ATQn command allows you to control the transmission of result codes as acknowl-
edgments to AT commands (e.g. OK, ERROR, RING).

ATQn [n=0,1]

Option Result

ATQ0 Outputs result codes.

ATQ1 Suppresses result codes. Important for unattended operation.

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ATXn - Extended connect message

ATXn [n=0..4]

Option Result

ATX0 The GSM module returns only the CONNECT code as soon as a satisfac-
tory connection has been set up. A busy signal is ignored.

ATX1 The GSM module transmits an extended connect message with transfer
rate information (CONNECT xxxx) as soon as a satisfactory connection has
been set up. For more information on extended result codes, see the ATV1
command. A busy signal is ignored.

ATX2 Same as ATX1.

ATX3 As in the case of ATX1, the GSM module transmits an extended connect
message. A busy signal is detected and, if applicable, the BUSY code is
returned.

ATX4 As in the case of ATX1, the GSM module transmits an extended connect
message. A busy signal is detected and, if applicable, the BUSY code is
returned.

Control line options

AT&Cn - Data Carrier Detect (DCD) options

This command affects the DCD line connected to the computer’s serial interface.

AT&Cn [n=0,1]

Option Result

AT&C0 The GSM module sets the DCD control line connected to the computer’s
serial interface to ON regardless of the data carrier status of the distant
station.

AT&C1 DCD specifies the data carrier status of the distant station. DCD ON
indicates that a connection exists.

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AT&Dn - Data Terminal Ready (DTR) options

AT&Dn [n=0..3]

Option Result

AT&D0 The GSM module ignores the status of the DTR control line connected
to the COM interface.

AT&D1 When the DTR line switches from ON to OFF, the GSM module changes
to command mode. The existing connection to the distant station is not
cleared down.

AT&D2 When the DTR line switches from ON to OFF, the GSM module sets up
a connection to the distant station, switches to command mode and
deactivates auto-answer mode. Auto-answer can be reactivated by
resetting DTR to ON.

AT&D3 The transition of DTR to OFF has the same effect as an AT&F command,
i.e. the factory configuration is loaded. An existing connection to the dis-
tant station is cleared down.

Data flow control

Even if your PC is set, for example, to 19200 baud, the maximum GSM rate that can
be used is 9600 bit/s. A higher setting causes the GSM module to receive more data
from the PC than it can transfer to the GSM network. In order to prevent a data over-
flow, it must be able to interrupt the data flow from the PC. This is accomplished by
means of the RTS/CTS hardware data flow control, which switches over the COM in-
terface so as to interrupt the RTS (computer) and CTS (GSM module) control lines.

Memory commands
The GSM module is equipped with a 128-byte nonvolatile RAM in which the values of
the modifiable S-registers and other values are stored. This section describes the val-
ues, how to store them and how to use them.

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AT&Zn=x - Store telephone number

The user memory can hold 4 telephone numbers. The AT&Zn= command allows you
to store a dial string in telephone number memory "n" (n represents a value from "0" to
"3").

Example:
Enter: AT&Z0 = 01999341
GSM module: OK
The AT&Zn= command saves only digits and special characters ("i", "+"). It ignores punc-
tuation, spaces and all meaningless characters. The dial string must contain no more
than 20 characters. If you enter a longer dial string, it is not stored and the ERROR code
is displayed on the screen. The AT&Zn= command itself is not stored with the dial
string.

ATDS=n - Dial stored telephone number

The ATDS=n command allows you to dial the "n"-th stored telephone number (n repre-
sents a value from "0" to "3"). This command dials the dial string as though it were a
telephone number entered directly via the keyboard.

Example:
Enter: ATDS=0
GSM module: 01999341 and initiates the dialing procedure.

AT&Wn - Store configuration

When you modify the active configuration profile using AT or S-register commands,
these modifications exist only in the RAM and are deleted when you switch off your
GSM module. When switched on again, the GSM module loads the configuration from
a nonvolatile memory. The AT&Wn command allows you to store your modifications in
this nonvolatile memory. Two separate memory areas are available for this purpose.

AT&Wn [n=0,1]

Option Result

AT&W0 Stores the active configuration profile in user memory "0".

AT&W1 Stores the active configuration profile in user memory "1".

Consequently, you always have two different user profiles in your GSM module ready
to be called up.

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AT&Yn - Configuration at power-up

The AT&Yn command allows you to determine which user profile ("0" or "1") will be load-
ed at power-up.

AT&Yn [n=0,1]

Option Result

AT&Y0 The profile in user memory "0" will be loaded at power-up.

Factory configuration

AT&Y1 The profile in user memory "1" will be loaded at power-up.

Please note:
When the module is supplied, both user memories contain the factory configuration.

ATZn - Load user profile

Regardless of how your active configuration profile is currently set up, the ATZn com-
mand allows you to reload your own user profile at any time. Any existing connection
is cleared down.

ATZn [n=0,1]

Option Result

ATZ0 Load user profile "0".

ATZ1 Load user profile "1".

AT+C commands for GSM

Special AT commands are used for controlling GSM-related functions of the GSM
Module M1 such as PIN entry, network selection and IMEI output and for controlling the
short message service. These commands start with AT+C and are specified in the Tech-
nical Specifications (TS) GSM 07.07 for the general part and GSM 07.05 for SMS from the
ETSI (European Telecommunications Standards Institute). Standardization is not yet com-
plete. Some of the commands implemented in the GSM Module M1 may still be
changed within the framework of the standardization process. For the purpose of future
compatibility, these commands are always prefixed by +CXX.

Example:
Enter: AT+CXXSN = ?
GSM module +CXXSN: 1=voice/FAX
The implementation of the AT+C commands for GSM-related functions of the GSM
Module M1 is based on TS GSM 07.07 Version 0.1.0.

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AT+CGMI - Request manufacturer ID

This command provides you with the name of the module manufacturer.

AT+CGMI

Option Result

AT+CGMI Displays manufacturer.

Example:
Enter: AT+CGMI
GSM module: +CGMI: SIEMENS
OK

AT+CGMM - Request model ID

This command provides you with the name of the module.

AT+CGMM

Option Result

AT+CGMM Displays module name.

Example:
Enter: AT+CGMM
Response: +CGMM: M1
OK

AT+CGMR - Request revision ID

This command provides you with the version of the GSM module and the software cre-
ation date.

AT+CGMR

Option Result

AT+CGMR Displays the version number and creation date.

Example:
Enter: AT+CGMR
GSM module: +CGMR: Ver.02.001 10.08.95
OK

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AT+CGSN - Request product serial number ID

This command provides you with the serial number of the GSM module. The serial
number has the GSM format.

AT+CGSN

Option Result

AT+CGSN Displays the serial number. In GSM, each mobile telephone is

assigned a unique number, known as the IMEI (International Mobile
Equipment Identity).

Example:
Enter: AT+CGSN
GSM module: IMEI: 445199518750
OK

AT+CHUP - Hangup call

This command allows you to terminate all calls.

AT+CHUP

Option Result

AT+CHUP Terminate all calls.

Example:
Enter: AT+CHUP
GSM module: OK

AT+CEER - Extended error report

This command allows you to query the reason why the last call was disconnected. The
information returned can be useful if there were problems with connection setup or if
a connection was interrupted.

AT+CEER

Option Result

AT+CEER Displays reason last call was disconnected.

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Example:
Enter: AT+CEER
GSM module: +CEER: 10,08
OK

AT+CMEE - Report mobile equipment error

If an error occurs while you are processing a command by means of AT+C, the problem
may be located in the data or GSM section of the M1. For example, if a data connection
is set up, the phonebook cannot be accessed at the same time. Or is the problem in
the SIM card? Is it inserted or has the PIN been omitted? Extended error messages
help you isolate errors more easily. However, you must first enable these messages
from the PC using this command.

AT+CMEE

Option Result

AT+CMEE=<mode n> Resets the mode.

AT+CMEE? Displays the way in which error messages are reported

to the PC.

AT+CMEE=? Displays the modes supported by the M1 in the form of

a complete list of the values that can be assumed by
<mode n>.

<mode n> n= [0..2]

0 The error messages are not interpreted but, generally, only an ERROR
code is returned.

1 When an error occurs, an extended message to the PC is generated that

specifies the cause of error as a number.

2 Same as “1“ except that the error is output as text.

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Possible error messages in response to an AT+C command

0 Phone failure
1 No connection to phone (transceiver part of M1)
2 Transceiver-adaptor link reserved
3 Operation not allowed
4 Operation not supported
5 PH-SIM PIN required
10 SIM not inserted
11 SIM PIN required
12 SIM PUK required
13 SIM failure
14 SIM busy
15 SIM wrong
16 Incorrect password
20 Memory full
21 Invalid index
22 Not found
23 Memory failure
24 Text string too long(+CPBW)
25 Invalid characters in text string
26 Dial string too long
27 Invalid characters in dial string
30 No network service
31 Network timeout
100 Unknown

Example:
Enter: AT+CREG?
GSM module: +CME ERROR: 10

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AT+CREG - Network registration

Data transmission is possible only if the GSM module is registered in the network. This
command provides you with information on the module’s registration status in the net-
work.

AT+CREG
Option Result
AT+CREG? Displays mode n and the
registration status < CREG STATUS n>.
AT+CREG=? Displays a list of the modes supported.
AT+CREG=<mode n> Selects a new mode.

AT+CREG?
Command AT+CREG?
Result code +CREG: <mode n>, <CREG status>

<mode n> n= [0]

0 Changes in registration status are not forwarded to the PC.

<CREG status> status= [0..3]

STATUS n Meaning Explanation
0 Not registered; No network operator found; the GSM module
ME is not search- cannot register, nor is it searching for a new
ing for a new oper- operator.
ator.
1 Registered The GSM module has successfully registered in
the network and all services are available.
2 Not registered, The M1 is not registered but is searching for a
but ME is new network operator.
searching for a See AT+COPS, commands relating to network
new operator. operator selection.
3 Registration The selected network cannot be accessed at
denied. this time.
4 Unknown The current status in relation to the network
cannot be determined at this time.

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Example:
Enter: AT+CREG?
GSM module: +CREG: 0,0 => not registered
OK

AT+COPS - Operator selection

These commands allow you to read out the current network operator, display a list of
available network operators or select a operator directly. Various command extensions
are available.

AT+COPS

Command Result

AT+COPS? Displays current network operator.

AT+COPS=? Displays a list of network operators that are currently

available via radio.

AT+COPS=<mode n>, Allows you to instruct the GSM module to use a spe-
<format f>, cific network operator.
<network operator>

AT+COPS? - Display current network operator

This command displays the network operator that is currently selected. It also provides
you with information on whether the radio modem has selected this network operator
automatically or whether you manually instructed it to select this operator.
A result code with the following format is returned in response to the AT+COPS? com-
mand:

AT+COPS?

Command AT+COPS?

Result code +COPS: <mode n>, <format f>, <operator>

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< mode n> n= [0...3]

Mode n Meaning Explanation

0 Automatic Network operator is selected automatically.

1 Manual Network operator is selected manually.

2 Sign off of network The GSM-M1 is signed off of the network.

3 Sets format f only. You can select the format for displaying the
network operator. This is true only of the read
command AT+COPS?.

<format f> n= [0..2]

0 Long, alphanumeric The operator is displayed in 16-character alpha-

format numeric format.

2 Numeric format The operator is displayed in numeric format.

Operator Network operator The network operator is displayed in

format f.

Example:
Enter: AT+COPS?
GSM module: +COPS: 0, 0, " Operator Name "
OK

AT+COPS=? - Display list of available network operators

This command instructs the module to display a list of available network operators. The
list must first be generated. That process can take up to 60 seconds.

AT+COPS=?

Command AT+COPS=?

Result code +COPS: List with (<STATUS n>,

<operator, alphanumeric format>, <operator, numeric format>)

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Evaluate the result code using the following table:

<+COPS status n> n= [0..3]

STATUS n Meaning Explanation

0 Unknown Status unknown

1 Available Network operator is available.

2 Current This network operator is the one currently in use.

3 Forbidden This network operator is forbidden.

Operator Network Displays the network operator in text format and

operator numeric format.

Example:
Enter: AT+COPS=?
GSM module: +COPS: (2, “ D1 TELEKOM “, “26201“),
+COPS: (3, “ D2 PRIVAT “, “26202“)
OK

AT+COPS= .., .. - Use this network operator

This command allows you to select a network operator manually or to activate the auto-
matic selection of a network operator. It is recommended that you first display a list of
available network operators.

AT+COPS= <mode n>, <format f>, <operator>

Mode n Mode n specifies how the new network operator is to be selected.

The meaning is the same as for the AT+COPS? read command.

Format f <format f> specifies the format to be used for displaying the operator.
The GSM M1 supports only the numeric format for selection.

Operator The network operator to be used (numeric format).

Example:
Enter: AT+COPS=0 The M1 automatically searches for a operator.
M1: OK
Enter: AT+COPS=1, 2, “26201“
GSM module: OK

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Please note:
The GSM module must not register when you select a forbidden operator manually!
Otherwise, you will not be able to set up any more connections. Display the list to find
out which operators are forbidden and which are allowed. Use the AT+CREG command
to find out whether or not the GSM module is registered. You will also be unable to set
up any connections if you have set mode n to “2” (sign off of network).

AT+CPIN - Enter PIN and query blocks

The PIN (personal identification number) is provided to prevent unauthorized use of the
GSM module. The PIN is usually a 4-position secret code. If this block is activated, you
must enter your PIN before you can use the module’s full range of functions. When you
query the status, the system displays result codes relating to the chip card and tells you
either that you must enter a PIN or that the chip card has already been read, in which
case PIN entry is unnecessary.

AT+CPIN

Command Result

AT+CPIN? Queries the PIN that must be entered.

AT+CPIN=<PIN>[, PIN entry. The PIN can comprise up to 8 positions.

<new PIN>] If a PUK must be entered, the PIN is entered at the same
time. It will then be stored as a new PIN.

AT+CPIN?

Result code Meaning

+CPIN: READY M1 expects no further password. All blocks are released

and services are available without restriction.

+CPIN: SIM PIN M1 expects the PIN for the SIM card.

+CPIN: SIM PUK M1 expects the PUK for the SIM card, including a PIN.

+CPIN: PH-SIM PIN M1 expects a device code.

+CPIN: PH-SIM M1 expects the device PUK, including a PIN that is stored
PUK as a device code.

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Example:
You enter the correct PIN:
Enter: AT+CPIN=“1234“
GSM module: OK
You enter an incorrect PIN:
Enter: AT+CPIN=“1234“
GSM module: +CME: ERROR: WRONG PASSWORD

AT+CPIN2 - Enter PIN2 and query PIN2 blocks

Phase 2 includes SIM cards with an FDN phonebook. You can activate a block on the
card in order to restrict the telephone numbers that can be called to those contained
in this directory. To modify these entries, you must enter PIN2 with the aid of the
AT+CPIN2 command. All entries are similar to those for the AT+CPIN command. This
command is accepted only if the card also supports this functionality.
Please note: PIN2 protects the FDN phonebook. In order to modify the FDN phonebook
by means of the AT+CPBW=... command, you must first enter PIN2. If you have not yet
done so, an error message is returned. After entering PIN2, you can read or write any
number of directory entries without having to enter PIN2 each time. As soon as you use
a command that is not related to the phonebook, PIN2 is “forgotten” . It is also forgotten
if you do not access the phonebook for a period of 5 minutes.

AT+CPIN2
Command Result
AT+CPIN2? Queries whether PIN2 has already been entered, must still
be entered or is blocked.
AT+CPIN2=<PIN>[, PIN2 entry. PIN2 can comprise up to 8 positions.
<new PIN>] If PUK2 must be entered, PIN2 is entered at the same time.
It is then stored as a new PIN2.

AT+CPIN2?
Result code Meaning
+CPIN: READY M1 does not expect PIN2; it has already been entered.
+CPIN: SIM PIN2 M1 expects PIN2 for the SIM card.
+CPIN: SIM PUK2 M1 expects PUK2 for the SIM card, including PIN2.

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Example:
You enter the correct PIN2:
Enter: AT+CPIN2=“1234“
GSM module: OK
You enter an incorrect PIN2:
Enter: AT+CPIN2=“1234“
GSM module: +CME: ERROR: WRONG PASSWORD

AT+CPWD - Change password

This command allows you to change the password. Since more than one password will
be available for future uses, you must specify the name of the password upon entering
it.

AT+CPWD

Command Result

AT+CPWD=? Displays a list of the passwords supported. These cur-

rently include the PIN, device code and PIN2.

AT+CPWD=<name>, This command instructs the GSM module to change the

<old password>, relevant password. When changing the password, you
<new password> must enter both the old and new password. This ensures
that changes can be made only if access is authorized.

Example:
Enter: AT+CPWD=? Requests the list of passwords (SC = SIM,
PS = device code, P2 = PIN2)
GSM module: +CPWD: (“SC,8“,“PS,8“, “P2,8“)
OK
Enter: AT+CPWD= “sc“,“1234“,“4321“
GSM module: OK Password was successfully changed.
The following result code is returned if the old PIN you enter is incorrect:
Enter: AT+CPWD= “sc“,“0123“,“4321“
GSM module: +CME ERROR: INCORRECT PASSWORD
The password was not changed because the
old PIN was incorrect.

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AT+CSQ - Signal quality

The quality of the radio connection between the GSM module and the base station
varies depending on environmental conditions. This command provides you with infor-
mation on the current reception quality.

AT+CSQ

Command Result

AT+CSQ Displays current receive values.

AT+CSQ=? Displays a list of values representing receive levels and

receive errors.

AT+CSQ, AT+CSQ=?

Command AT+CSQ

Result code +CSQ: <receive level>, <receive errors>

<receive level>

0 -113 dBm or less

1 -111 dBm

2...30 -109... -53 dBm

31 -51 dBm or greater

99 Unknown or cannot be detected

<receive (As a percentage): See GSM 05.08, section 8.2.4, Range

errors> of Parameter.

99 Unknown or cannot be detected

Example:
Enter: AT+CSQ
GSM module: +CSQ: 10, 1
OK

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AT+CKPD - Keypad control

This command allows you to simulate keystrokes on the GSM mobile telephone. Input
corresponds to the actuation of keys on the Siemens S3COM.

AT+CKPD

Command Result

AT+CKPD=<key> Instructs the GSM module to simulate the key <key>.

AT+CKPD=? Displays a list of keys that are supported.

AT+CKPD=?

Command AT+CKPD=?

Result code +CKPD: “0123456789*#CDEISUXYZ[]“

<key> Meaning of the keys

0-9, *,# Key 0 - 9, “*“

, “#“

“C“ or “c“ Clears the display.

“E“ or “e“ Simulates the End key.

“I“ or “i“ Simulates the Info key.

“S“ or “s“ Simulates the Start key.

“X“ or “x“ Phonebook key

“Y“ or “y“ Deletes the last character.

“Z“ or “z“ Exits menu.

[ Simulates the left softkey.

] Simulates the right softkey.

Example:
You would like to enter the key combination “*#06#“:
Enter: AT+CKPD=*#06#
GSM module: OK

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AT+CXXSN - Single-numbering parameterization

Some GSM network operators support single-numbering and some support multinum-
bering. You can determine which form of numbering is supported by your operator from
whether your chip card has one number or more than one number at which it can be
called for multiple voice or data services.
Example:
• You apply for the 9600 bit/s data and fax transmission services from your network
operator and receive 2 telephone numbers with your chip card, one for when you
wish to be called via the 9600 bit/s data service and one so that you can be reached
via the fax service. This means that your network operator supports multinumber-
ing.
• You have received only one telephone number for the 9600 bit/s data and fax ser-
vices. This means that your network operator supports single-numbering. (Single-
numbering is not supported in Germany.)
When another party wishes to reach you, your telephone must decide which service
will answer the call before it rings. If you set your GSM module to fax, all incoming
calls will be answered by the FAX service.

AT+CXXSN

Command Result

AT+CXXSN Displays the value currently set for +CXXSN.

AT+CXXSN=<SN mode> Sets the single-numbering receive mode to the rele-

vant mode.

AT+CXXSN=? Displays a list of values for single-numbering receive

modes.

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AT+CXXSN=?

Command AT+CXXSN=?

Result code +CXXSN: <0,1,2>

<SN mode> Meaning of the mode

0 The next incoming call will be answered by the voice service

(TS11).

1 The next incoming call will be answered by the voice/fax service.

This is required if your network operator supports only TS61 and
not TS62.

2 The next call will be answered by the fax or data service, depend-
ing on the active application on your PC. If a fax application is
active, the module answers the call as a fax call.

Example:
You wish to set the SN mode to fax/data:
Enter: AT+CXXSN=2
GSM module: OK

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AT+CXXMOC - Parameterize for outgoing calls

The following services are available for fax transmission in GSM:
• Teleservice 61 (TS61) Combined voice and fax
This service exists as an imitation of combination fax machines and allows you to
change from a voice connection to fax transmission.

• Teleservice 62 (TS62) Automatic fax

This service is purely for faxing.

If your network operator supports only one of these services, you can use this com-
mand to configure your GSM module accordingly. You must do this in networks that
support only TS61 if you are to be able to send or receive faxes at all.

AT+CXXMOC

Command Result

AT+ CXXMOC Displays value currently set for + CXXMOC.

AT+ CXXMOC <MOC mode> Sets the single-numbering receive mode to the
relevant mode.

AT+ CXXMOC =? Displays a list of values for MOC modes.

AT+ CXXMOC =?

Command AT+CXXMOC=?

Result code +CXXMOC: <0,1>

<MOC mode> Meaning of the mode

0 Fax calls to the radio network are set up using

TS62.

1 All outgoing fax calls are set up using TS61 fax/

voice, but calls are terminated when the fax
transmission is terminated.

Example:
You wish to set the MOC mode to TS61:
Enter: AT+CXXMOC=1
GSM module: OK

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AT+CPBS - Select phonebook memory storage

When reading or writing a phonebook entry, you must tell the M1 which phonebook
memory will be affected by the subsequent read/write jobs. The following phonebook
memories are supported in the M1:
• Phonebook on the SIM card
• Last number redial memory
• Own telephone numbers
• FDN phonebook (if this is also supported by the SIM card)

AT+CPBS

Command Result

AT+ CPBS= dir. Selects a new phonebook.

AT+ CPBS? Provides you with information on which phonebook is cur-

rently activated.

AT+ CPBS=? Displays a list of all the telephone directories supported.

AT+CPBS=?

Command AT+CPBS=?

Result code +CPBS: “MD“ , “SM“ , “OW“ , “FD“

Meaning

MD Last number redial memory; displays the last telephone num-

bers that you dialed.

SM SIM card; this is the standard phonebook containing the

entries.

OW Own telephone number; this phonebook contains your own

telephone numbers under which you can be reached. Nor-
mally, you only need to read this directory since you cannot
call your own number and it does not change.

FD Fixed dialing number; this is a second phonebook. If the rele-

vant block is set, only the numbers from this FDN phonebook
can be called. This phonebook and the block are protected by
PIN2.

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AT+CPBR - Read phonebook entries

This command allows you to read the phonebook that was selected by means of the
AT+CPBS command. You must also enter the number of the relevant position or a
range of numbers.

AT+CPBR

Command Result

AT+CPBR=index1[,index2] Reads the phonebook entry with the number index1.

If you also enter a second index, reads the phone-
book from index1 to index2.

AT+CPBR=? Provides you with information on the maximum

number of entries that can be contained in the direc-
tory and the maximum size of these entries.

The test command provides you with information on the format of the phonebook that
was selected by means of AT+CPBS.

AT+CPBR=?

Command AT+CPBR=?

Result code +CPBR: <index>, <number length>, <text

length>

Meaning

Index Maximum number of entries in the phonebook

Number length Length of a telephone number

Text length Length of a telephone number name

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AT+CPBW - Write phonebook entry

This command allows you to write an entry to the phonebook. You have the option of
entering the telephone number with or without a name.

AT+CPBW= [index][,number, [type], [text]]

Meaning

Index Stores the entry with the position number “index” in the phonebook.
If you omit the index, an available position is sought; otherwise, the
entry is written to the specified position, regardless of whether this
position is already being used. If you specify only an index without a
number or text, this means that you wish to delete the relevant entry.

Number Number to be written to the phonebook

Type International 145

Other 129
Type of number; can be omitted.
If no type is specified, the type is automatically generated from the
telephone number.
A “+“ character at the beginning of the telephone number means that
its type is international.

Text Name to be stored with this number

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AT+CBST - Select bearer service type

This command selects the bearer service with data rate and the connection element
to be used when data calls are originated.

AT+CBST

Command Result

AT+CBST=[<speed> Selects new speed, name and ce

[,<name>[,<ce>]]]

AT+CBST? Displays speed, name and ce

AT+CBST=? Displays list of supported speed, list of supported

name and list of supported ce (Connection Ele-
ments)

<speed n> n=[0,4,6,7,68,70,71]

0 autobauding

4 2400 bps (V.22bis)

6 4800 bps (V.32)

7 9600 bps (V.32)

68 2400 bps (V.110)

70 4800 bps (V.110)

71 9600 bps (V.110)

<name n> n=[0]

0 asynchronous modem

<ce n> n=[0]

0 transparent

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AT+CRC - Cellular result code

This command controls whether or not the extended format of incoming call indication
is used. When enabled, an incoming call is indicated with unsolicited result code +
CRING: <type> instead of the normal RING.

AT+CRC

Command Result

AT+CRC? Displays mode n

AT+CRC=? Displays a list of supported modes

AT+CRC=<mode n> Selects a new mode

AT+CRC?

Command AT+CRC?

Rsult Code +CRC: <mode n>

<mode n> n=[0,1]

1 enables extendet format

0 disables extendet format

+CRING: <type>

<type> Meaning

ASYNC asynchronous transparent

FAX facsimile

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AT+CLIP - Calling line identification presentation

This command refers to the GSM supplementary service CLIP (Calling Line Identifica-
tion Presentation) that enables a called subscriber to get the calling line identity (CLI)
when receiving a call.
The set command + CMP=<n> enables or disables the presentation of the CLI at the
M1. It has no effect on the execution of the service CLIP in the network. When enabled
+CLIP: <number>,<type> response is returned after every RING result code.
The read command +CLIP? gives the status of mode n and also triggers an interroga-
tion of the provision status of CLIP in the network.

AT+CLIP

Command Result

AT+CLIP? Displays mode n, mode m

AT+CLIP=? Displays a list of supported modes n

AT+CLIP=<mode n> Selects new mode

AT+CLIP?

Command AT+CLIP?

Result Code +CLIP: <mode n>,<mode m>

<mode n> n=[0,1]

1 enables extendet format

0 disables extendet format

<mode m> m=[0,1,2]

0 CLIP not provisioned

1 CLIP provisioned

2 unknown

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AT+CPAS - Phone activity status

This command returns the activity status of the GSM module M1. It can be used to in-
terrogate the M1 before requesting action.

AT+CPAS

Command Result

AT+CPAS Displays status

AT+CPAS=? Displays a list of supported stati

AT+CPAS=?

Command AT+CPAS=?

Result Code +CPAS: 0 1 2 3 4 5

0 ready

1 unavailable

2 unknown

3 ringing

4 call in progress

5 asleep

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AT+FCLASS - Select mode

This command puts the M1 into a particular mode of operation (data, fax).

AT+FCLASS

Command Result

AT+FCLASS? Displays mode n

AT+FCLASS=? Displays a list of supported modes

AT+FCLASS=<mode n> Selects new mode

AT+FCLASS?

Command AT+FCLASS=?

Result Code 0, 2

0 data

2 fax

Important
Example: The customer has a D2 card and uses M1 with the following default settings:
+FCLASS=0, B99, +CRC=0
When he receives a call (MTC), "RING" is displayed on his PC. The call can now be ac-
cepted by means of "ATA". The DSA in the M1 accepts the call as a data call proper ir-
respective of whether it is a data or fax call. The reason for this is that B99 causes the
incoming service identifier to be ignored. With fax calls, this causes problems of many
kinds because the user does not know which service is being used.
The command "AT+CRC=1" allows the M1 to also indicate the service identifier for in-
coming calls so that the user what service is being used.
To ensure that all units involved in the call accept the call in the proper manner, the user
should select the correct service using AT+FCLASS before accepting the call.
.

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AT+CXXCID - Card identification

Execution of this command displays the SIM number.

AT+CXXCID

Command Result

AT+CXXCID Displays SIM number

AT+CXXCID=? OK

AT+C commands for the short message service (SMS)

The module supports several of the AT+C commands specified in TS GSM 07.05 for
using the short message service with the M1. In order to provide an application on the
connected computer with complete information on the short messages, the M1 sup-
ports PDU mode. A PDU (protocol data unit) contains almost all the information relating
to a short message that is transferred in the GSM network. For a more detailed descrip-
tion of the various PDUs, see TS GSM 03.40, which describes the implementation of
the short message service.
The implementation of AT+C commands for SMS is based on TS GSM 07.05
Version 4.4.0.

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AT+CSMS - Select message service

This command allows you to select the short message service.
Parameter command syntax

Command Possible response(s)

+CSMS=<service> +CSMS: <mt>,<mo>, <bm>

+CSMS ERROR : <err>

+CSMS? +CSMS: <service>,<mt>,<mo>, <bm>

+CSMS=? +CSMS: (list of supported <service>s)

Values implemented
<service>:
0 GSM 03.40 and 03.41
<mt>,<mo>, <bm>
0 Type not supported
1 Type supported

AT+CPMS - Preferred message storage

This command allows you to select the memory to be used for read and write operations.
Parameter command syntax

Command Possible response(s)

+CPMS=<mem1> [,<mem2>] +CPMS: <used1>, <total1>, <used2>, <total2>

+CMS ERROR : <err>

+CPMS? +CPMS: <mem1>,<used1>,<total1>,

<mem2>,<used2>,<total2>,

+CPMS=? +CPMS: (list of supported <mem1>s),

(list of supported <mem2>s)

Values implemented
<mem1> String type; memory from which messages are read and deleted
“SM“ SIM message storage
<mem2> String type; memory to which commands are written and sent
“SM“ SIM message storage
<total1> Integer type; total number of message locations in <mem1>
<total2> Integer type; total number of message locations in <mem2>
<used1> Integer type; number of messages currently in <mem1>
<used2> Integer type; number of messages currently in <mem2>

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AT+CMGF - Message format

This command allows you to define the input and output format of the short message.
Parameter command syntax

Command Possible response(s)

+CMGF=[<mode>]

+CMGF? +CMGF: <mode>

+CMGF=? +CMGF: (list of supported <mode>s)

Values implemented
<mode>:
0 PDU mode

AT+CSCA - Service center address

This command allows you to set the SMSC address via which outgoing short messag-
es are sent.
Parameter command syntax

Command Possible response(s)

+CSCA=<sca>[,<tosca>]

+CSCA? +CSCA: <sca>,<tosca>

+CSCA=?

<sca> GSM 04.11 RP SC address: Address value field in string format

<tosca> GSM 04.11 RP SC address: Type-of-address octet in integer
format

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AT+CMGR - Read message

This command allows you to display the short message addressed by <index>.
Action command syntax

Command Possible response(s)

+CMGR= <index> If PDU mode (+CMGF=0) and command successful:

+CMGR: <stat>, <length><CR><LF><pdu>
Otherwise:
+CMS ERROR : <err>

+CMGR=?

<index> Integer type; value in the range of location numbers supported by

the associated memory
<stat> Integer type in PDU mode; indicates the status of message in memory.
0 Received, unread message (i.e. new message)
1 Received, read message
2 Stored, unsent message
3 Stored, sent message
4 All messages

AT+CMGS - Send message

This command allows you to send a short message from the TE to the network. If the
short message is successfully sent, the message reference <mr> is returned to the
TE.
Action command syntax

Command Possible response(s)

If PDU mode (+CMGF=0): If send is successful:

+CMGS= <length><CR>PDU is given<ctrl-Z/ESC> +CMGS:<mr>,
If send fails:
+CMS ERROR : <err>

+CMGS=?

<mr> GSM 03.40 TP message reference in integer format

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AT+CMGW - Write message to memory

This command allows you to store a short message in the memory <mem2>. The
memory location is returned in <index>.
Action command syntax

Command Possible response(s)

If PDU mode (+CMGF=0): +CMGW: <index>,

+CMGW= <length> [,<stat>]<CR>PDU +CMS ERROR : <err>
is given <ctrl-Z/ESC>

+CMGW=?

AT+CMGD - Delete message

This command allows you to delete a short message from <mem1> at the location <in-
dex>.
Action command syntax

Command Possible response(s)

+CMGD= <index> +CMS ERROR : <err>

+CMGD=?

AT+CNMI - New message indications

This command allows you to determine how the TE will be notified when a short mes-
sage is received from the network, when the TE is activated.
Parameter Command Syntax

Command Possible response(s)

+CNMI=[<mode>[,<mt>[,<bm>[,<ds> +CMS ERROR : <err>

[,<bfr>]]]]]

+CNMI? +CNMI: <mode>,<bm>,<ds>, <bfr>

+CNMI=? +CNMI: (list of supported <mode>s),

(list of supported <mt>s) , (list of sup-
ported <bm>s) , (list of supported
<ds>s) , (list of supported <bfr>s)

<ds> Sets result code indication routing for SMS-STATUS-REPORTS.

<bfr> Defines the handling method for buffered result codes when
<mode> 1,2 or 3 is enabled.

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AT+CMGL - List messages

This command allows you to display the short message with the status <stat> from
memory <mem1>.
Action command syntax

Command Possible response(s)

+CMGL=[ <stat>] If PDU mode (+CMGF=0) and command successful:

+CMGL:<index>, <stat>, <length><CR><LF><pdu>
[<CR><LF>+CMGL:<index>,<stat>,<length><CR><LF>
<pdu>[....]]
Otherwise:
+CMS ERROR : <err>

+CMGL=? +CMGL: (list of supported <stat>s)

AT+CMS ERROR - message service failure result codes

Value definitions
<err> Values used by common messaging commands
0...127 Values from GSM 04.11 Annex E-2
128...255 Values from GSM 03.40, section 9.2.3.22
300 ME failure
301 SMS service of ME reserved
302 Operation not allowed
303 Operation not supported
304 Invalid PDU mode parameter
310 SIM not inserted
311 SIM PIN necessary
312 PH-SIM PIN necessary
313 SIM failure
314 SIM busy
315 SIM wrong
320 Memory failure
321 Invalid memory index
322 Memory full
330 SMSC address unknown
331 No network service
332 Network timeout
500 Unknown error

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Fax operation conforming to TR-29.2

The GSM module functionally supports the following commands as per the future EIA/
TIA 592 standard or acknowledges them with OK. For more information contact: EIAs-
sociation, 2001 Eye Street, N. W., Washington, D. C. 20006, USA, Tel.: (1)-202-457-
4900 and specify "PN 2388".
Commands and result codes: Prompts
AT+FDT= AT+FET= AT+FDR

Commands and result codes: Messages

AT+FDCS: AT+FDIS:AT+FDTC:AT+FCFR AT+FTSI:
AT+FCSI: AT+FCIG:AT+FHT:AT+FHR: AT+FCON
AT+FET: AT+FPTS:AT+FHNG:

Setting parameters
AT+FCLASS AT+FMFR?AT+FMDL?AT+FREV?
AT+FDCC= AT+FDIS=AT+FDCS=AT+FLID=
AT+FPTS= AT+FBUG=

Setting additional parameters

AT+FCR= AT+FAAAT+FBUF?AT+FBOR

The S-registers
The active configuration profile for the GSM M1 module is stored in S-registers. Each
register is 8 bits long. A number of S-registers are reserved and must not be modified!
The other registers can be read by means of the ATSn? command or overwritten using
the ATSn= command. You can modify some S-register values using AT commands.
This saves you from having to access the values directly in the S-register, i.e. you do
not have to familiarize yourself with the actual values and meanings of the individual bit
positions within the S-register. This section provides an overview of the S-registers.
The factory configuration is printed in bold type.

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ATSn? - Read an S-register

The ATSn? command allows you to read the "n"-th S-register. Parameter "n" must be an
integer and designate an S-register.

Example:
Enter: ATS0?
GSM module: 003
OK
Enter: ATS0?S7?
GSM module: 003
030
OK
In response to the ATSn? command, the GSM module displays the register contents
as a three-digit decimal number. If more than one register is read on one command line,
the GSM module displays the register contents in the order in which the registers ap-
pear in the command string. The GSM module transmits a <CR> and <LF> character
after each set of register contents is displayed. If the command syntax is incorrect, the
GSM module returns ERROR.

ATSn=x - Write to an S-register

The ATSn=x command allows you to instruct your GSM module to store the value "x"
in register "n". "n" and "x" must be integers and decimal numbers.
• n must designate an S-register.
• x must be from "0" to "255".

Example:
Enter: ATS0=3
GSM module: OK
This command sets register S0 to the value "3", i.e. the GSM module automatically an-
swers a call after 3 ringing signals. The GSM module acknowledges the command with
OK to indicate that the command was executed and a new command can be pro-
cessed.

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Binary and decimal values in S-registers

Although you enter values for S-registers as decimal numbers, like all other values that
are stored in PCs they are stored in the registers in binary format:

Bit # 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0

Binary 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Decimal 128 64 32 16 8 4 2 1

The value of the register is obtained by adding together the values of all enabled bits.
In the example, all bits are enabled ("1") and the result is the number 255. Since all bits
can also be disabled ("0"), a total of 256 statuses can be stored in these 8 bit positions.
This means that more than one parameter can be stored in one register.

Example:
Decimal Binary
3 00000011
43 00101011
100 01100100
If a command applies only to bits 3, 4 and 5 of an S-registers, up to 8 different statuses
can be defined:

Option Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 Dec.

0 0 0 0 0

1 0 0 1 8

2 0 1 0 16

3 0 1 1 24

4 1 0 0 32

5 1 0 1 40

6 1 1 0 48

7 1 1 1 56

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Bit position registers

Registers in which a number of parameter values are stored are called bit position reg-
isters. If you wish to modify the parameter values in these registers directly, you must
add up the decimal values of all the bits to be set and enter the result using the ATSn=x
command. Since calculating such values is somewhat complicated, we recommend
that you use AT commands to modify the values and do not write directly to the regis-
ter. However, here is an example of how to do so:

Example:
S-register S22
Bit 7: Reserved, value is "0".
Bits 6, 5 and 4: Connection messages (ATXn command).
Bits 3 to 0: Reserved, value is "0".
You wish to enter the following parameter values:
Bit 7: Reserved, value is "0",
Isolated value: binary "0" = decimal "0",
Positioned value: binary "0 x x x x x x x" = decimal "0".
Bits 6, 5 and 4: Extended connect message,
ignore busy signal (ATX2),
Isolated value: binary "0 1 0" = decimal "2",
Positioned value: binary "x 0 1 0 x x x x" = decimal "32".
Bits 3 to 0: Reserved, value is "0",
Isolated value: binary "0 0 0 0" = decimal "0",
Positioned value: binary "x x x x 0 0 0 0" = decimal "0".
Decimal input and binary storage:

Bit # 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0

Binary 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0

Decimal (128) (64) 32 (16) (8) (4) (2) (1)

Enter the decimal total for 0+0+32+0+0+0+0+0=32.

Command: ATS22=32

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Overview of the S-registers

Please note:
The tables below do not include the reserved registers. Making entries in these unlist-
ed, reserved registers can cause the GSM module to malfunction.

Sx Meaning
S0 Number of ringing signals after which the system will answer automatically,
i.e. the GSM module goes off-hook after the "n"-th ringing signal. Entering a
value for n from "1" to "5" activates auto-answer. The maximum value is 5
ringing signals. The value "0" deactivates auto-answer. The factory setting is
"0".
S1 Internal counter for ringing signals. Each incoming ringing signal increments
the register contents by one. If the call was answered, the register is reset
to "0" after a preset interval. This is a read-only register.
S2 ASCII value of the escape command characters. The factory setting for all
countries is "43", which corresponds to the ASCII characters +++. S2 can
be set to any value from "1" to "127". If "0" or a value greater than "127" is
set, the escape command character is deleted. When the &D1, &D2 and
&D3 options are enabled, the GSM module returns to command mode as
soon as it detects that the level of the DTR signal has changed from ON to
OFF.
S3 ASCII value of the <CR> character. The factory setting for all countries is
"13". <CR> terminates command lines and initiates their execution, as well
as terminating result codes. Permissible values are from "0" to "127".
S4 ASCII value of the <LF> character. The factory setting for all countries is
"10". For long, alphanumeric result codes, <LF> is output after the <CR>
character. Permissible values are from "0" to "127".
S5 ASCII value of the Backspace character. The factory setting is "8". Permissi-
ble values are from "33" to "127".
S7 Wait time for connection after dialing. If no connection is detected within
the specified period of time, the GSM module goes on-hook. Permissible
values are from "0" to "60".
S12 Wait time for AT commands in 50ths of a second. The period of time speci-
fied here must elapse before and after the escape sequence is entered so
that the GSM module can recognize it as a command. The factory setting
for all countries is "50" (= 1.0 s). Do not set too short of a wait time. Permis-
sible values are from "0" to "255". As a rule, this value should be no less than
"20".

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S14: Command echo, result codes

Bit Options Values

0 Reserved 0

1 Command echo (ATEn) 0 Echo off

1 Echo on

2 Result codes (ATQn) 0 Display result codes

1 Suppress result codes

3 Short format mode (ATVn) 0 Result codes as digits

1 Result codes as text

4 Reserved 0

5 Reserved 0

6 Reserved 0

7 Reserved 0

S21: DTR and DCD options

Bit Options Values

0 Reserved 0

1 Automatic dialing when 0 Automatic DTR dialing on

DTR OFF -> ON (At%Dn) 1 Automatic DTR dialing off

2 Reserved 0

0 Ignore DTR
1 GSM module changes to command
mode when it detects falling edge at
3
DTR (ON -> OFF)
DTR options (AT&Dn)
2 Same as 1 but also disconnects call.
4
3 GSM module is initialized when it
detects falling edge at DTR
(ON -> OFF)

0 DCD always ON
5 DCD options (AT&Cn)
1 DCD with valid carrier

6 Reserved 0

7 Reserved 0

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S22: Result codes

Bit Options Values

0 Reserved 0

1 Reserved 0

2 Reserved 0

3 Reserved 0

0 Same as ATX0
1 Reserved
4
2 Reserved
3 Reserved
5 Result code options (ATXn)
4 Same as ATX1
5 Same as ATX2
6
6 Same as ATX3
7 Same as ATX4

7 Reserved 0

S23: Bit rate and parity

Bit Options Values

0 Reserved 0

0 Reserved
1 Reserved
1
2 Reserved
Transfer rate at the 3 2400 bit/s
2
COM interface 4 4800 bit/s
5 9600 bit/s
3
6 19200 bit/s
7 Reserved

0 Reserved
4
1 None
Parity
2 Reserved
5
3 Reserved

6 Reserved 0

7 Reserved 0

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AT&Tn - Test functions

Software test loops
If you can still address your GSM module with your communication program, check
module functioning using the software test loops. Each test is initiated by means of an
AT command. Be sure to perform the tests in the sequence described.

AT&T0 - Terminate an active test

You can terminate an active test at any time:
Step 1: Enter the escape command “+++“
. The GSM module
switches to command mode.
Step 2: Enter the AT&T0 command. The test is terminated.
Any commands that follow the AT&T0 command on the command line are ignored.

AT&T1 - Initiate local digital test loop

This test loop checks your GSM module and the mobile telephone. If this test is not
successfully completed, the problem is located in your GSM module or in a cable con-
nection. Start the test loop and enter a random test message via the keyboard. The
GSM module does not send this message to the distant station but, instead, receives
it itself. It returns the message to the computer, where it is displayed on the screen. If
the GSM module correctly echoes the test message to the computer, the module has
successfully completed the local digital test.
Please note:
You can initiate this test only if no connection is set up; otherwise, the GSM module
returns ERROR.
Situation: Command mode, no connection.
Example:
Enter: AT&T1
GSM module: OK
Enter: ABC
GSM module: ABC
You can enter additional test data and check the echo.
Terminate this test by entering the following:
Enter: +++ Escape command
GSM module: OK Acknowledges escape command
Enter: AT&T0 Terminate test.
GSM module: OK Test terminated.

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ATIn - Display GSM module I-data

The ATIn command provides you with information that you should keep ready in case
you need to consult your dealer or the manufacturer.

ATIn [n=0,1,2,8,9]

Option Result

ATI0 Displays GSM module product code. The GSM module transmits the
product code as a 3-digit ASCII string with the format 24x followed by
<CR> and <LF>.

ATI1 Displays firmware checksum. The GSM module transmits 3 numeric

ASCII characters followed by <CR> and <LF>.

ATI2 Checks firmware checksums. As the result, the GSM module returns the
OK or ERROR result code followed by <CR> and <LF>.

ATI8 Displays GSM module’s operating modes:

7 GSM 2400 bit/s duplex asynchronous transparent (V.22bis)
11 GSM 4800 bit/s duplex asynchronous transparent (V.32)
13 GSM 9600 bit/s duplex asynchronous transparent (V.32)
25 GSM 2400 bit/s asynchronous transparent (V.110 ISDN)
27 GSM 4800 bit/s asynchronous transparent (V.110 ISDN)
29 GSM 9600 bit/s asynchronous transparent (V.110 ISDN)
70 GSM Fax transparent, 2400/4800/7200/9600 bit/s (G3)
99 Automatically adapts to PC baud rate

ATI9 Displays GSM module’s version ID. The GSM module transmits its ID.

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Technical data

General
Type: M1
Housing: Plastic
Dimensions: 116 x 67 x 30 mm
Weight: 157 g
Memory: Flash EPROM
Input voltage: +8 V to +24 V DC
Nominal voltage: 13,2 V DC
Input current: Max. 500 mA
Class of protection: III
Temperature range: -20 °C to +55 °C (operating)
-40 °C to +70 °C (storage)

V.24 interface
Connector: 9-pin DSUB (female) to DIN 41652
Pin assignment:

PIN DIN EIA CCITT Designation

1 M5 DCD 109 Data Carrier Detect

2 D2 RX 104 Receive Data (out)

3 D1 TD 103 Transmit Data (in)

4 S1.2 DTR 108.2 Data Terminal Ready

5 E2 – 102 Signal Ground

6 M1 DSR 107 Data Set Ready

7 S2 RTS 105 Request To Send

8 M2 CTS 106 Clear To Send

9 M3 RI 125 Ring Indicator

Logic: V.24 asynchronous

Baud rates: 2400 - 19200 baud, autobauding
Parity: None
Character format: 8 data bits
Stop bits: 1
Level: To CCITT Recommendation V.28

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Hybrid connector (manufacturer-specific)

Pin assignment:

Meaning of pins:

PIN Name Used Meaning

1 Power X 8 V - 24 V DC
2 Reserved
3 BF-Bus Reserved
4 NF Ext Reserved
5 TX_E Reserved
6 RX_E Reserved
7 Ignition X Activate/deactivate 0 - 24 V
8 Antenna Ext Reserved
9 AUDO_1 Reserved
10 AUDO_2 Reserved
11 HF_MICRO Reserved
12 GNDA Reserved
13 GND X Ground
14 GND Ground

Antenna: Impedance 50 ohms

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GSM modes

Fax
CCITT Rec.: CCITT T.30, T.4
Routes: MOC and MTC
Info.transf.mode: FAX G3
Clock mode: Synchronous
Connection elem.: Transparent
Structure: Unstructured
Radio channel: Full rate
Intermed. rate: 8 or 16 kbit/s
User rate: 2400, 4800 or 9600 bit/s
Teleservice: TS 61, TS 62

Data

GSM Rec.: GSM 7.01, 7.02, 4.21

Routes: MOC and MTC
Info.transf.mode: 3.1 Khz audio ex PLMN (analog) or
UDI/V.110 (ISDN)
Clock mode: Asynchronous
Connection elem.: Transparent
Structure: Unstructured
Layer 2 protocol: NAV
Data bits: 8
Parity bits: None
Bits/char. Always 10 bits/char.
Stop bits: 1
Radio channel: Full rate
Intermed. rate: 8 or 16 kbit/s
User rate: 2400, 4800 or 9600 bit/s
Modem type: V.22bis, V.32
Bearer service: BS 24, BS 25, BS 26

SMS

GSM Rec.: GSM 03.40, 07.05

Routes: SMS MO and MT
Mode: PDU mode
Teleservice: TS22, TS21

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GSM documentation

GSM reference documents

The following GSM reference documents are recommended:
GSM 03.40
GSM 03.45
GSM 04.11
GSM 04.21
GSM 05.08
GSM 07.01
GSM 07.02
GSM 07.05
GSM 07.07

ETSI contact

The Technical Specifications can be ordered from the following address:

European Telecommunications Standards Institute
ETSI Secretariat
Postal Address: F-06921 Sophia Antipolis CEDEX - FRANCE
Office Address: 650 Route des Lucioles - Sophia Antipolis - Valbonne - FRANCE
X.400: c=fr, a=atlas, p=etsi, s=secretariat
Internet: [email protected]
Tel.: +33 92 94 42 00 - Fax: +33 93 65 47 16

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General information

CE-Sign
The GSM Module M1 with its IMEI number is approved for operation in GSM networks.
This device also conforms to the following EU guidelines:
– 89/336/EWG “Electromagnetic Compatibility”
– 91/263/EWG CTR5 and CTR 9
– ETS 300342-1
as confirmed by the CE mark.

Service
The current version of this manual and of the M1 software can be found in the following
mailbox:
Mailbox telephone number: +49 89 722 46555

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