CamDo 4G Modem User Manual

CamDo Modem User Manual Index

  1. Introduction
  2. What's Included
  3. LED Status Indicator
  4. Testing and configuring the modem
  5. Connecting the modem to UpBlink
  6. UpBlink Internet Configuration

1. Introduction

This manual describes how to get started with your CamDo modem (SKU: 180337) as part of connecting your UpBlink time lapse controller to the internet for uploads to the CamDo CloudX online timelapse platform.

2. What’s included

With your UpBlink controller, you will have received item E below, a short USB-A extension cable. This needs to be used to connect your modem when using our outdoor enclosure due to the compact size. Not using this cable will place pressure on the modem connection into UpBlink and likely damage it and UpBlink. UpBlink-Included-Accessories

A.UpBlink Controller
B.Micro-USB Power Cable
C.CamDo Custom USB C Cable* (for Sony or GoPro)
*GoPro cable pictured
D.GoPro Attachment Knuckle (optional use)
E.USB-A Extension (for use with weatherproof enclosure)

3. LED Status Indicator

The modem is equipped with an indicator LED which provides the user with a range of feedback. Below is a list of each LED flash type and what they represent. Under normal operation, the following LED colors/patterns apply. The following is a useful reference when first checking if the modem is working. If the modem is flashing green, you should be good to go.

modem LED
  • Green flashing: The modem is successfully connected to the internet and transmitting data.
  • Green solid: The modem is successfully connected to the internet and the wifi hotspot function is turned on..
  • Blue flashing: The modem is searching for a network/ internet connection.
  • Off: The modem is off and/or wifi hotspot functionality is disabled.

4. Testing and configuring the modem

Generally, it is simply a matter of placing a SIM card into your modem and plugging into UpBlink. However, some networks may not automatically configure the modem which requires the user to input the APN settings manually. Please follow the following steps:

  • Insert your micro SIM card into the modem
    • micro SIM
    insert sim card
  • Plug the modem into a USB power source (eg a mobile phone charger) and wait a moment
  • Connect to the modem wifi network. It will look like "4G_UFI_xxxx" where "xxxx" will vary. Connect to this wifi network and using your web browser enter the following address "myufi.com".
  • You will be asked to login. Username: admin, password: admin
    • modem login
  • If everything is working OK, you will see a screen similar to this.
    • modem config1

  • You should also be able to open up a new tab in your browser and be able to browse the internet. If that is the case, there is no more to do. Skip through to step, Connecting the modem to UpBlink.
  • If you can't browse the internet, it is likely that the modem has been unable to automatically retrieve your network APN settings, which will have to be manually entered. Do a quick google search for your providers "APN settings" and it should be simple to find. Check if the Auto setting has been enabled here.

  • If Auto is enabled, but you are not getting a successful connection, you will need to change to manual mode. Click the dropdown and change to "Manual" and enter the details as follows.


    • Give it a moment for the modem to start searching for the network with the adjusted settings. Watch the LED on the modem as per the colours described in the previous section. When it is flashing green, open up a new tab and confirm you can browse the internet OK.

    As a final optional step, you can disable the wifi hotspot on the modem to save power. If you want to turn wifi back on, you can reset your modem by holding down the reset button OR plug the modem into your computer and loading up myufi.com in your browser, and re-enabling.

    For the full modem manual, click here.

    5. Connecting the modem to UpBlink

    UpBlink-Features

  • Connect the modem to the USB-A Port (number 7 in the image above). As noted above, if using the CamDo outdoor enclosure, please use the USB-A extension cable that came with your UpBlink controller.
  • This port’s power output becomes activated when an upload schedule is triggered, allowing it to be used to power your 4G USB modem to provide an internet connection.

    • 6. UpBlink Internet Configuration

    See the UpBlink user manual for instructions on how to access the UpBlink configuation page, to setup your internet connection.

     

    The information used by UpBlink to connect to the internet is entered within the "Upload Schedule" drawer. The Upload Schedule is valid and enabled when the drawer is highlighted blue and icon displays a checkmark within a cloud symbol. Ensure you select the "Internet connection" type in the dropdown menu as "Ethernet" for the CamDo modem to work most efficiently.

    UpBlink_Cloud_Menu

    Once your connection information has been entered, it is recommended to use the "Test Connection" button above the "Upload Schedule" to confirm your UpBlink can connect to the internet using the information provided and that you are running the most recent UpBlink firmware available. The internet connection should be tested at the deployment site to confirm internet access is available at the desired location. 

    Test_Internet_Connection

    If the test connection was successful, UpBlink will display if the firmware is upto date or download the latest firmware if a newer version is available.

    Test_Internet_Connection

    If the internet connection was unsuccessful, UpBlink will display the error message. 

    Test_Internet_Connection

     

    As a reminder, below is a full setup video for UpBlink with our outdoor enclosures and GoPro camera. You can also view other helpful instructional videos in the “Support” section.

    How to set-up your UpBlink controller with a GoPro

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