Specifications

MaxStream XStream-PKG Wireless Modem Operation Manual

2.0 Installation

This section describes procedures for connecting the MaxStream XStream-PKG wireless modem to a host device.

Immediately after unpacking, visually inspect the modem to ensure that all components are included and

undamaged. The shipping carton contains the modem, power supply, cabling, and this manual.

The MaxStream XStream-PKG wireless modem connects to a host device using a 9 pin RS-232 D-Sub connector.

This connection supplies serial communications hookup. The power supply plugs into a round pin 7-18VDC plug.

The following illustration shows the package endplate.

Figure 2-1. MaxStream XStream-PKG Endplate

Connect the supplied serial communications cable into the 9 D-Sub connector and attach the other end to the host

device. Refer to the following chart for serial connector pinouts.

Attach the optional 3" or 6" antenna to the opposite side of the modem (see antenna location below).

Figure 2-2. Antenna Location

Power up the modem by turning on the ON switch located on the backplate of the modem. LED lights (RX and

PWR/TX) will be lit indicating power to the unit.

In addition, there is a push button on the antenna endplate of the unit. This is a conﬁguration push button. Hold

down the push button while powering up the unit to go into command mode. Placing the unit in command mode

with the push button is similar to using the “+++” command, except the push button forces the unit to use the default

baud rate instead of the current one. The default baud rate for the unit is 9600 and is the only parameter that can be

changed. Data Bits and Parity and Stop Bits cannot be changed. Their default is: Data Bits = 8, Parity = None, Stop

Bits = 1. See Section 4.0 on page 4 for more information about command modes.

Signal Type Description

1NC— No connect

2 RXD Output Data

3 TXD Input Data

4 DTR Input Sleep control

5 SGND Ground Common return

6NC— No connect

7RTS Input Binary program control

8 CTS Output Clear to send control

9NC— No connect

Table 2-1. Serial Connector Pinout Assignments

7-18 VDC

RS-232

PWR/TX

POWER

SWITCH

UP =