Digicom

Configuring the Digicom 2G GSM fax unit for voice calls

By default, the Digicom 2G GSM Fax fixed cellular terminal (FCT) unit is configured to allow only fax calls. Although the unit is capable of handling both voice and fax functionality, the voice element must be enabled manually.

To do this, connect an analogue phone to the unit via one of the RJ-11 connector ports.
On the phone, lift the receiver and enter a code of *1234#
Ensure that you hear two long beeps confirming that the feature has been enabled.

Your unit is now configured for voice calls.

Once fax mode has been enabled, the unit needs to “know” each time you dial a number, whether the call is to be a voice call or a fax call. To send a fax, you need to add a “#” symbol before the number to be dialled. This sets the unit to fax mode.

If the unit is to be used in fax only mode (ie no voice calls will be placed over the unit), then you can force fax only mode by entering the code #1234# from a connected handset. Once this mode is enabled, then faxes can be sent by dialling the number without the “#” prefix.

Digicom 2G GSM Fax Gateway

Digicom are an Italian manufacturer specialising in Fixed Cellular Terminals (FCTs), providing analogue line functionality in a GSM module for least cost routing (LCR) purposes, or for use in areas where traditional fixed line technology may not be possible.

Digicom 2G GSM Fax Gateway

Taking a SIM card like a normal mobile phone, the Digicom unit can be connected to an analogue phone as well as an analogue fax machine, perfect for the temporary office (Portakabin) or remote retreat.
The unit can also be used as an analogue trunk with a PBX telephone system to enable you to place all calls to mobile numbers from the mobile device, saving money on mobile-to-mobile calls as opposed to landline-to-mobile calls.

Digicom 2G GSM Fax Gateway

The unit also features an optional internal backup battery that can guarantee operation even in the event of a power cut.

If you would like more information on the Digicom unit, contact Brightpoint GB today on +44 870 849 0225

The technical specifications of the 2G GSM Fax Gateway are as follows:

GSM/GPRS

Phone Interface

Connection

Power Supply

Battery Backup

GSM Antenna

Data Interface

Other

Setting up the Digicom 3G Soho for Internet Access

Configure your PC to "obtain an IP address automatically":

Digicom 3G Soho Setup

Connect the 3G Soho to the PC via the supplied ethernet cable. After a few moments your PC will be assigned an IP address automatically by the Soho. Launch a web browser and connect to the IP address of the Soho, which by default is http://192.168.1.254
You will be prompted for a username and password to login, use 'admin' for both, the following screen will be displayed:

Digicom 3G Soho Setup

Browse to Configuration --> WAN --> 3G UMTS:

Digicom 3G Soho Setup

Complete the APN, Username and Password fields with the relevant details for your network provider:

Vodafone:

APN - internet
Username - web
password - web

Orange:

APN - orangeinternet
Username -
Password -

O2:

APN - mobile.o2.co.uk
Username - web
Password - web

T-Mobile:

APN - general.t-mobile.uk
Username -
Password -

Three:

APN - three.co.uk
Username -
Password -

Save the configuration changes. To initiate the connection to the Internet, return to the Home screen and click the Connect button.

Three flashing LED indicators on the Digicom FCT units

One LED indicator state that may not be referenced in the manuals for the Digicom Fixed Cellular Terminal devices is when all three indicators flash at the same time.

This can indicate that the SIM card inside the unit has voicemail enabled on it, and the voicemail mailbox is full, or the SMS inbox is full. The resolution would be to insert the SIM into a mobile phone and clear the affected mailbox.