Section 3 - xPico Configuration
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MLGPS-P
User's Guide
Section 3 - xPico Configuration
The MLGPS-P-24S unit communicates using an xPico embedded Wi-Fi radio. This section outlines the steps
for configuring the xPico radio.
Hint - For older MLGPS units refer to "Step 4" of the Canary Systems Application Note #27 for details on
Configuring the AirborneM2M using HyperTerminal.
If the MLGPS unit is installed in a location without an available Wi-Fi network, an LTE radio, such as a AirLink
®
RV50, may be used. Details to configure the MLGPS unit to work with an LTE gateway are outlined in
Appendix B - Allowing communication with an LTE Gateway
.
If the unit is installed in a location with NO available network, the MLGPS still collects data using Offline mode.
This data can be retrieved manually be retrieved from the microSD card. See
Section 5 - Using MicroSD Card.
3.1 Overview
There are two primary ways to configure the xPico
for use with the MLGPS-P:
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Serial connection with the supplied 9-pin to 9-pin Null-Modem serial cable (recommended)
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Wireless network connection using the integrated Wi-Fi adaptor
Serial connection is the recommended method, since the networking connections, either via Ethernet or Wi-Fi
adaptor, are pre-configured at the factory for testing and may not function properly on local networks.
This section outlines serial connection configuration. See
Appendix A - xPico Connection Via Browser
for
details pertaining to configuration with a wireless network connection.
Hint - For other communication configuration options contact Canary Systems.
