How can I connect my PC to GSM modem?

How can I connect my PC to GSM modem?

There are several ways to connect a mobile phone or GSM/GPRS modem to a computer. For example, they can be connected through a serial cable, a USB cable, a Bluetooth link or an infrared link. The actual way to use depends on the capability of the mobile phone or GSM/GPRS modem.

How do I give a power supply to a GSM module?

Both 1.8 volts and 3.0 volts SIM Cards are supported by SIM900A – the SIM card voltage type is automatically detected.

1. Assemble GSM Antenna to the modem.
2. Connect serial cable to the modem.
3. Give power supply in between 4.5V to 12V through the power jack provided.
4. Default factory Baudrate is 9600.

How does a GSM modem work?

A GSM modem is a wireless modem that works with a GSM wireless network. The main difference between them is that a dial-up modem sends and receives data through a fixed telephone line while a wireless modem sends and receives data through radio waves. A GSM modem can be an external device or a PC Card / PCMCIA Card.

How can I connect my Arduino to my GSM modem?

GSM Modem interfacing with arduino Connecting GSM modem with arduino is very simple just connect RX Line of Arduino to TX Line of GSM Modem and vice versa TX of arduino to Rx of GSM modem. Make sure use TTL RX, TX lines of GSM modem.

How can I connect my GSM modem to my computer?

Before connecting your power source to your GSM modem you have to prepare your computer to communicate with the modem. This requires a hardware tool and two software tools. To be able to control your modem from you personal computer’s USB port you need a special driver. Download Prolific USB driver and install it.

How does a GSM modem work on a cell phone?

GSM modem is a hardware which accepts a valid SIM card (Subscriber Identity Module), basically any SIM will work, which supports GSM protocol and with a network subscription. It is like a mobile phone without Screen and keypad. It has four I/O pins depending on the model you choose.

Do you need a USB cable for a GSM modem?

A USB cable is mandatory in this project, as we are going to communicate via serial monitor. Always, power the GSM modem with external adaptor. The power from arduino is insufficient for the GSM modem; it could even overload the voltage regulator of the arduino. That’s all about hardware part. Now, let’s move to coding.