User guide
Hardware Installation of the Raven XE
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•Power - Indicates the power adapter is connected and there is power getting
to the Raven XE.
• The Reset button (on the left side of the Raven XE) has two functions. If it is
quickly depressed and released, the modem will simply power cycle the
internal hardware. If, however, the reset is depressed and held for several
seconds (count approximately 30 seconds, and wait for the power light to go
off after the light pattern stops), the ALEOS configuration settings will return
to the factory defaults.
Light Patterns
The LEDs on the front of the modem will respond in different patterns to indicate
modem states.
• Normal - Each LED, mentioned above, is lit as applicable.
•Start up - The LEDs will cycle from left to right.
• Configuration Reset - The LEDs will cycle left to right and then right to left 4
times.
• Authentication Failure - The Network, Signal, and Activity LEDs blink every
2 seconds.
• Data Retry - The Network, Signal, and Activity LEDs blink every 3 seconds.
Mounting
An optional accessory for your Raven XE is a mounting kit, which includes a
bracket. The bracket is designed to snugly cradle the modem and hold it in place
where you need it. You can use a strap around the bracket and modem for extra
security. The bracket can be attached to a stationary location using #6 screws
with the mounting hole diameter approximately 0.150".
The instructions to bracket installation is following:
1. Mount the bracket using number 6 screws. There are two holes each, to
fasten screws, and minimum of one hole each end is required for mounting
bracket.
2. Position Raven XE between Alignment ears.
3. Engage top groove in body of Raven XE with two tabs.
4. Push on far side of Raven XE in center so that it touches side of Bracket.
5. Press down and release when upper groove on far side of Raven XE, aligns
with tabs.
6. Release to complete installation in to mounting bracket.
To remove, press on the two edges of the modem and the brackets, as pointed by
arrows in the diagram provided below. By doing this, the modem will snap out of
the mounting bracket.
Caution:
If you reset the modem configuration using the reset button,
you may need to reactivate your Raven XE with your cellular provider.