Introduction MATelec Australia’s SMS Alarm/Status Communicator features the newly
designed ME-Link Module, which is a cellular CAT-M1 remote monitoring and
control device utilizing the 700Mhz frequency for best in class signal
strength. The Communicator reports status information and active alarms from
up to 8 digital inputs, which can be connected to volt-free outputs on a
control panel or used for sensor inputs. The ME-Link Module can also be
utilized to control external devices with the two onboard relay outputs and
uses easy to set up SMS commands to configure the operation and alarms without
the need for any additional software.
Safety
This SMS alarm sender panel has been designed and built for applications that
are Commercial and/or Industrial in nature, operation, function, and location.
If the control panel is to be used in Domestic/Residential applications, where
specific Wiring Rules in respect of ‘electrical supply’ protection may apply,
it is the responsibility of the installing electrician to ensure compliance
with relevant standards.
Prior to installation, ensure the power supply is isolated.
Electrical connection to the panel must be carried out in accordance with the following pages.
Additions or modifications to the control panel are not permitted and will void the warranty.
The controller is not intended for use by children or infirm persons without supervision.
Repairs to the controller must only be carried out by a suitably qualified electrician.
This quick start guide makes use of the following symbols to indicate warnings
that must be paid specific attention to:
Damage to equipment or personal harm may occur if this instruction is not
followed
Electrical risk (electrocution hazard) may occur if this instruction is not
followed
Step 1 – Installation
SMS alarm sender must be installed in a position where mobile reception is available.
SMS alarm sender enclosure must be mounted in a vertical position.
Ensure mounting method does not compromise enclosure weatherproof rating.
Ensure cables/conduits entering the panel have mechanical protection and that the penetrations are sealed and do not compromise the weatherproof rating of the enclosure.
Step 2 – Connections ****
Warning: All electrical connections must be carried out by a suitably
qualified and registered electrician Terminal Connections
Step 3 – Setup ****
SIM Card Installation
The SMS alarm sender takes a Micro SIM card which must be from a network
operator who offers the CAT-M1 700Mhz frequency. At the time of printing, all
SIM cards that use the Telstra network will be compatible. Other network
providers will be compatible when they support CAT-M1 modules.
Ensure power to the panel is OFF.
Firstly, ensure that the SIM card is activated with credit and ready to send text messages. Also, ensure that the SIM PIN is disabled.
Insert the SIM card with the chip gold plate facing down and the missing corner to be inserted in first. See pictures below.
The SIM needs to be pushed in firmly. Ensure that it fits properly in the SIM holder.
Enable Battery Backup
To have the SMS alarm sender operating when power fails, the internal battery
must be connected. With power isolated, connect the loose wire near the
battery labeled ‘CONNECT BEFORE POWER IS APPLIED’. See image to the right.
If power is to be isolated for more than 7 days ensure this wire is
disconnected to prevent the battery going flat.
Testing Mobile Connection
The SMS alarm sender is tested and programmed by sending SMS messages to the
SIM card’s phone number.
Check the SMS controller’s indicator lights to ensure that power is on and sim card is connected to a mobile network. If there is no reply, check the indicator lights status table below:
Description
Function
Cause
Green Flashing, Red Off
Network connected
N/A
Green Flashing, Red 1 Flash
Network connected, sending SMS
N/A
Green Off, Red Solid
Hardware fault
Contact supplier for further assistance
Green Off. Red 1 Flash
Connecting. searching for mobile network
Wait for
network connection search to finish
Green Off. Red 2 Flashes| Network connection failed| Check the SIM card is
activated and has credit
Green Off, Red 3 Flashes| Network is not found/ Poor signal strength| Check
the antenna connection and
the mobile signal at the device.
Green Off, Red 4 Flashes| Network connection denied| Check SIM is Telstra
compatible and SIM is active and has credit (Only Telstra networks are
currently valid)
Green Off, Red 5 Flashes| SMS failed to send| Check that SIM is still
installed, active and has credit
Green Off, Red 6 Flashes| SIM card not detected| Install or reinstall Micro
SIM card and check installation orientation
Green Off. Red 7 Flashes| SIM Pin is enabled| Disable the SIM pin before
retrying connection
2 . To test the system is operating correctly, send #title? to the phone
number of the SIM card. This will send a reply from the SMS controller to show
it is ready for programming. If there is no reply within 1 minute see the
status lights above.
Mains Powerup
Close and secure enclosure door, connect the power lead into RCD-protected GPO
and switch on mains power.
MATelec Australia reserves the right to alter technical data without notice
Step 4 – SMS Programming
User Commands
SMS commands are sent to the phone number of the SIM card installed. This
phone number should be supplied with the SIM card. Commands sent ending with
‘?’ are a query of the command setting, commands sent without this are used to
configure the setting. The symbols < > are used to reference user information
to be sent in the commands, and should not be send in the command message.
Set the SMS alarm sender title
#title
Use this command to add the SMS alarm sender title (max 50 characters).
Example SMS command: #title ME-Link SMS Alarm Sender
The title will be set to ‘ME-Link SMS Alarm Sender’. This will be sent with
each alarm message sent from the SMS alarm sender. #title?
Use this command to enquire the current SMS alarm sender title.
Set the numbers to receive alarm messages
is the phone book slot from 1 to 10 which phone numbers can be added
and deleted from.
is the phone number assigned to the phone book slot that will receive
the alarm messages.
#num add
Use this command to add the phone numbers.
Example SMS Command: #num add 3 0406446XXX
The phone number 0406446XXX will be added to phone number slot 3.
#num del
Use this command to delete a phone number
Example SMS command: #num del 3
The phone number 0406446XXX is deleted from slot 3.
#num?
Use this command to request the phone number list. Empty slots are reported as
———-.
Set the digital input alarm messages to be received
Each digital input will send a message when the input turns on (goes high) and
when it turns off (goes low). Inputs 7 and 8 are preprogrammed for power fail
and battery voltage low alarms. is the digital input number from 1 to
8 that will trigger the SMS alarm messages.
Is the text message you want to send to the phone number based on
the input state.
**#msg on **
Use this command to set alarm on messages for specific inputs.
Example SMS command: #msg 3 on High-Pressure Fault
The Input 3 on message will be set to ‘High-Pressure Fault’.
**#msg off **
Use this command to set alarm off messages for specific inputs.
Example SMS command: #msg 3 off High Pressure Cleared
The Input 3 off message will be set to ‘High Pressure Cleared’.
#msg all on?
Use this command to request alarm messages for all inputs in ON state.
Example response:
Input on messages:
Power On/Restored
High-Level Fault
Pump 1 Fault
Pump 2 Fault
———-
———-
ME-Link Mains Power Failure
ME-Link Battery Voltage Healthy
#msg all off?
Use this command to request alarm messages for all inputs in OFF state.
Example response:
Input on messages:
Power Off/Failure
High-Level Fault Cleared
Pump 1 Fault Cleared
Pump 2 Fault Cleared
———
———-
ME-Link Mains Power Restored
ME-Link Battery Voltage Low
Additional Informative Commands
#info?
Use this command to request the status information of the device.
Example response:
