TROUBLESHOOTING
Causes and solutions
ERROR
Unit will not respond to a text message and will
not execute commands despite all indication lights
lighting as they should. (2 green lights)
Text command executed by ControlBox24/7 but I
receive no text message confirmation
GSM indicator light on constantly.
GSM indicator flashing slowly.
Battery indicator light gone out
Battery indicator light flashing slowly
Power indicator light is off
REMEDY/CAUSE
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Check that the SIM card is active and works using a standard mobile
phone.
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Check that the SIM card can send a text message from a standard
mobile phone.
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Check that the GSM signal strength is sufficient (Above 4)
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Check that STEL command is set correctly.
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Check country code setting. (NACO)
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The indicator will normally be on for up to 30 seconds during start-up of
ControlBox24/7.
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No/poor GSM signal.
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Error on SIM card or GSM unit. Test SIM card in standard mobile phone.
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The backup battery is either switched off or disconnected, check that the
battery switch is in the ON position.
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The unit has lost external power and the rechargeable backup battery
is running out. Check that the external power supply is working and is
connected.
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The unit has lost external power. Check that the adapter is working and is
connected.
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