MCS Wireless Modem User Guide

– Use orange Crossover CAT 5 cable to connect MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM
to MAGNUM. – Attach antennas for better signal reception. – Plug
power adapter into the device and power outlet.

3. Hardware Installation:

– Insert SIM card with data and SMS into the SIM holder. – Check
www.mcscontrols.com for compatible phone carriers. – Install Dual
Band Antenna or Mobile/WiFi antennas. – Connect power adapter and
use Din Rail mounting kit if needed.

4. Network Address on MCS-MAGNUM:

– Factory IP address supplied on label of the modem. – Set
controller’s network address to match factory address. – Each
MAGNUM must have a unique IP address within the range. – Forward
each IP address to separate TCP/IP ports.

FAQ:

Q: Can I use any 12V power supply with MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM?

A: Yes, you can use any 12V DC power supply with the modem.

Q: Do I need to install the Dual Band Antenna Booster for
better reception?

A: While not mandatory, using the Dual Band Antenna Booster is
recommended for improved reception.

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MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM – MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM-INT QUICK START SETUP
1. WIRING MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM (or MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM-INT)
MCS-WIRELESS MODEM / INT ships as shown, use power plug or cut off plug and wire to a 12 volt power supply (not included).

MOBILE MAIN

MOBILE AUX

WIFI

MCS POWER SUPPLY
1. If using a 12 volt power supply, cut the wire at the plug end, exposing the red and black wires.
2. Connect the red wire to the +V connection of the power and black to the -V connection.
DUAL BAND ANTENNA
MCS recommends using the DUAL BAND ANTENNA BOOSTER for better reception. Attach the Dual Band Antenna, thumb tight only to Mobile Main Antenna connection.
Reset button

Dual Band Antenna Booster

WiFi antenna

Mobile AUX

connector antenna connector

Mobile Main antenna connector

For overall better performance it is recommended to place the antenna in an area free of obstructions and interference, such as outside or at an elevated position.

2. CONNECT TO THE MCS-MAGNUM

Connect the orange Crossover CAT 5 cable from MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM to the Ethernet port on the MAGNUM and the other end of the cable to the LAN port on the MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM or MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM-INT.

Mobile signal

Power socket

strength indication LEDs

Mobile network type LEDs

LAN port

WAN port

ETHERNET PORT

Power LED SIM holder

LAN LED WAN LED

Ethernet Crossover Cable supplied

Rev. 2.1 2025-02-04

3. HARDWARE INSTALLATION
1. Push the SIM button with the SIM needle supplied. 2. Pull out the SIM holder. 3. Insert your SIM card into the SIM holder. (SIM card is not supplied,
The SIM card must have Data and SMS)
Check with www.mcscontrols.com for the latest phone carrier for your area that can be used for these modems. See partial list on back. 4. Slide the SIM holder back into the router. 5. Attach Dual Band Antenna or Mobile and WiFi antennas, depending on installation. 6. Connect the power adapter to the socket on the front of the device. Then plug the other end of the
power adapter into a power outlet. Note: MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM or MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM-INT can be powered using a
12vdc power supply (see wiring). 7. Use the supplied Din Rail mounting kit if installing in an enclosure.
4. NETWORK ADDRESS ON MCS-MAGNUM
THE IP ADDRESS FOR YOUR NEW MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM HAS BEEN FACTORY SET AND IS SUPPLIED WITH THE UNIT ON THE LABEL OF THE MODEM. YOU MUST SET THE NETWORK ADDRESS ON YOUR CONTROLLER TO MATCH THIS FACTORY ADDRESS. 1. The MAGNUM is set up for TCP/IP port starting at 5001 ~ 5020. 2. The IP on your label will show the factory setting for the modem. 3. When you are installing the Modem you will need to search for the MAGNUM port in the range of
5001 ~ 5020. 4. If you have multiple MAGNUMs, each MAGNUM must be assigned an IP address different from
each other.
MAGNUM IP must be within the specified IP address range on the label.

5. Each IP address must get forwarded to separate TCP/IP ports. See the diagram for multiple MAGNUMS.
6. For example: 192.168.18.101 will get forwarded to 5001

MAGNUM # 1 Static IP: 192.168.1 .1 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway: 192.168.18.1 TCP/IP Port: 5001

MAGNUM # Static IP: 192.168.1 . Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway: 192.168.18.1 TCP/IP Port: 500

Static 192.168.18.1 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 Defasult Gateway: 192.168.18.1
5. INSTALL OPEN VPN client on your machine
1. Open a browser on your computer, and go to the link below. https://openvpn.net/vpn-client/
2. Download the VPN CLIENT and install on your computer. 3. Attach the USB drive, that was included. 4. Open the USB drive, drop or drag the supplied file into this window. 5. Open MCS-CONNECT on your computer.

6. Click on `SETUP’ > `NETWORK OPTIONS’ 7. MCS-Connect will show a new device in the Network Options screen.
8. Look for the one that says `OpenVPN’, and select it. 9. Now try to connect to the Magnum over Remote Ethernet with the settings below.

LIST OF WHERE MODEMS WORK
There are some operators which have their own compliance requirements and, for a device to be able to operate in that carrier’s network, it should be certified by that carrier. List below shows carriers that support the MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM and MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM-INT. Check for latest carriers:
https://mcscontrols.com/communications.html#wirelessInt

Carriers International
Saudi Arabia Carriers: Mobily, STC, Zain UMTS: B1 LTE: B1, B3, B38, B40
UAE Carriers: DU, ETISALAT UMTS: B1 LTE: B3, B7, B20
Baharain Carriers: Batelco, Viva, Zain UMTS: B1 LTE: B3
Qatar Carriers: Ooredoo, Vodafone LTE: B3, B7, B20

Jordan Carriers: Orange, Uminiah, Zain UMT: B1 LTE: B3
Oman Carriers: Omantel, Ooredoo UMTS: B1, B8 LTE: B3, B40
Kuwait Carriers: Ooredo, Vivo, Zain UMTS: B1 LTE: B3, B20

Carriers in US
AT&T, T-MOBILE, BELL and VERIZON
Click for latest information for setup

MCS-WIRELESS–REV 2.2. – February 4, 2025 3:28 PM

Documents / Resources

MCS Wireless Modem [pdf] User Guide
MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM, MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM-INT, Wireless Modem, Wireless, Modem

References

User Manual

MCS Wireless Modem User Guide

Wireless Modem

Specifications:

Product Usage Instructions:

1. Wiring MCS-WIRELESS-MODEM:

2. Connect to the MCS-MAGNUM: