Cellular Modem Summary


Cellular Modem Summary

Cellular modems need to be very robust as the inherent disadvantages of the analog cellular phone system become especially evident with high speed data transfers. Cellular coverage could be of a quality not compatible with high speed data transfers and handshaking protocols. Often more than one cellular provider offers coverage in an area and it is worthwhile to investigate several options. A good voice communication does not translate into an acceptable data communication. Your choice of cellular modem and cellular phone should be able to run off 12VDC, even if AC power is available, to facilitate DC (battery) backup.

Suggested Minimum Requirements

Information on radio modems used by UNAVCO

Proxicast LANCell Gateway

Used throughout the Plate Boundary Observatory (PBO) network, Western U.S.

ZyXEL U-1496P

Raven II CDPD


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Article ID: 357
Created: October 28, 2009
Last Updated: October 28, 2009
Author: Beth Bartel

Online URL: https://kb.unavco.org/article/cellular-modem-summary-357.html