VANDERBILT SPCN342 4G Transmitter Instructions

: June 13, 2024
: VANDERBILT

Table of Contents

VANDERBILT SPCN342 4G Transmitter
EC Declaration of Conformity
Package contents
Product overview
Technical Data
References
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VANDERBILT SPCN342 4G Transmitter

http://www.vanderbiltindustries.com/
Article Number: V54550-B102-A600
Document ID: I-200548-b
Edition: 06.07.2023

This device must only be connected to SPC42xx/43xx/52xx/53xx/63xx.

EC Declaration of Conformity

Hereby, Vanderbilt International (IRL) Ltd declares that this radio equipment type is in compliance with all relevant EU Directives for CE marking.

EMC directive:2014/30/EU
LVD directive: 2014/35/EU
RE directive (RED): 2014/53/EU

The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at https://vanderbiltindustries.com/compliance-documents

Package contents

SPCN342 x1
Antenna x 1
Mounting pillar x 4

Product overview

The SPCN342 modem provides the SPC controller with a GSM (2G/3G/4G) interface. The modem supports 4G, 3G, and 2G communications, enabling IP communications to central station software, SPC Connect, and mobile technologies. The “Pay As You Go” (PAYG) credit balance can also be read by SPC controller when a PAYG SIM is used with a provider that supports USSD credit checks. For a description of the GSM (2G/3G/4G) features please consult the SPC4xxx/5xxx/6xxx Installation & Configuration Manual.

Installing the SPCN342

When replacing or installing modules on the SPC system, always ensure that the mains supply and the battery are disconnected. Ensure that all antistatic precautions are adhered to when handling connectors, wires, terminals and PCBs.
Do not reduce the standard-size SIM card to micro- or nano-size.

The SPCN342 must have a standard-size SIM card installed in the unit to operate. The SIM card must be in the holder before power is applied to the SPC system (see below for details on installing the SIM card).

See Fig. 1: SPCN342

VANDERBILT-SPCN342-4G-Transmitter-FIG-1

A Controller PCB (Printed Circuit Board)
B SPCN342 in the primary slot on the controller PCB
C SMA connector for antenna
D Secondary slot

Before installing the GSM module onto the SPC controller, ensure that a functioning SIM card is installed on the module.

See Fig. 2: Insert SIM Card

A SIM card holder
B SIM card
C Flap on SIM card holder

To insert a SIM card into the GSM module:

Place a finger on the SIM card holder (Fig. 2, Item A) and slide the SIM card holder flap (Fig. 2, item C) to the right
Rotate the SIM card holder flap to the ‘up’ position
Slide the SIM card (Fig. 2, Item B) into the SIM card holder flap.
Rotate the SIM card holder flap back to its original position.
Press and slide the SIM card holder flap to the left to click into place.

Make a note of the unlock code for your SIM card. The code is required when enabling the SIM card on the SPC system.

To install the SPCN342 (with SIM card):

Ensure the AC mains power and battery backup connections are removed.
Insert the push-in mounting pillars (included with the module) into the four hole positions on either the primary slot (left) or secondary slot (right) on the controller.
Align the 16-pin female socket over the 16-pin male connector, ensuring that the holes on the SPCN342 are aligned with the top of the mounting pillars.
Firmly but gently press down to secure the module.
Attach the antenna (supplied) to the SMA connector (Fig. 1, item C) on the GSM (2G/3G/4G) module. For new system installations, consider removing the knock-out for the antenna prior to mounting the housing on the wall.
Mount the antenna on the top of the housing using one of the 12mm knock-out holes provided. The 12mm knock-out holes align with the primary slot (left) and secondary slot (right). Ensure that the antenna is unobstructed.
Restore the AC mains power and battery backup connections to the controller.

LED Functionality
There are six LEDs on the top of the modem module labelled D1 to D6 (See Fig.3). These are used to indicate the status of the modem.

The function of each LED is as follows:

LED	State	Indicates		LED	State	Signal Strength

D1

Green

| Flashing| Power| | D4

Red

| Off| Low 1
Flashing| Low 2 – 3
On| Medium 4 – 5
D2

Green

| On| Mast connection| D5

Amber

| Flashing| Medium 6
On| High 7
D3

Green

| On| Data Transmission| D6

Green

| Flashing| High 8
On| Very High 9

Configuring the SPCN342
For configuration instructions, please refer to the Configuring Modems sections of the SPC4xxx/5xxx/6xxx Installation & Configuration Manual. For 4G performance ensure that the panel firmware is updated with version 3.14.1 or later.3

Technical Data

Network connection| 4G: 800MHz/900MHz/1800MHz

3G: 900MHz/1800MHz

2G: 900 MHz/1800MHz

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Operating current| Max. 130 mA at 12 VDC
Quiescent current| Max. 40 mA at 12 VDC
Operating temperature| -10 to +50 °C
Relative humidity| Max. 90 % (non-condensing)
Mounting| Plug on module to SPC controller
Dimensions (W x H x D)| 90mm x 38mm x 25mm (PCB)
Weight| 0.130 kg
Standards / approval| EN