Raspberry Pi 4G/LTE Cellular Modem Kit + Telit LE910C4-NF & Verizon

[jonyskids]

I have got myself all set up. I followed the steps listed here: https://docs.sixfab.com/page/internet-connection-with-telit-le910c1-module-using-ecm-mode

AT+CREG? Returns: +CREG: 0,2

AT+CGDCONT? Returns:

+CGDCONT: 1,“IP”,“vzwinternet”,"",0,0,0,0
+CGDCONT: 2,“IPV4V6”,“vzwadmin”,"",0,0,0,0
+CGDCONT: 3,“IP”,“VZWINTERNET”,"",0,0,0,0
+CGDCONT: 4,“IPV4V6”,“vzwapp”,"",0,0,0,0
+CGDCONT: 5,“IPV4V6”,"","",0,0,0,1
+CGDCONT: 6,“IPV4V6”,“vzwclass6”,"",0,0,0,0

The sim card works in a phone and Verizon tech says he can see it but it does not seem to connect.

Any ideas?

[saeed]

Hello @jonyskids

What is the response of AT#FWSWITCH? ?
By default it is 0, for Verizon, it should be 1.
AT#FWSWITCH=1

For Details Refer to section 3.2.2.66 of AT command Manual

[jonyskids]

@saeed

AT#FWSWITCH=

AT#FWSWITCH? Returns:
#FWSWITCH: 1,0,0
:
AT+CREG? Returns :
+CREG: 0,3

Appreciate the advice. Anything else I can check/try?

[jonyskids]

Really need to get this working. Would really love some help.

[jonyskids]

Verizon suggested that I should try a DATA ONLY sim card. Is this correct?

[ensar]

Hi,

+CREG: 0,3 means that registration is denied. Try using it as Verizon suggests.

[jonyskids]

I was able to contact Telit and this is how they responded:

Thank you for contacting Telit’s technical support team. Regarding the LE910C4-NF on Verizon, yes is has “modular approval” (Verizon Open Development | module) for use on their network; however the module still needs to be integrated into a certified end-device before it can be used with the appropriate plan/account. The IMEI (350344982629964) you provided is for a LE910C4-NF mPCIe card, which is still a certified module mounted onto an interface board, which just so happens to be in the mPCIe form factor. Normally, IoT/M2M based IMEIs are not found when looking them up on a carrier website design to check for “Bring Your Own Device” that can be activated on a consumer plan.

I searched Verizon’s Device Showcase for “Sixfab” and found 1 result for an approved end-device (Verizon Open Development | device). My concern is this end-device is marked for Cat-M1 and when using a LTE Cat-4 mPCIe card on their Base HAT, I am not sure if Verizon views it the same.

Check with Sixfab to see if they have another approved end-device that is marked for LTE Cat-4 that could be used to get an account under.

Any possibility of help here?

[jonyskids]

Made no difference. Data sim card does not work either.

[ensar]

The end-device certification of Base HAT is still an ongoing process. Unfortunately, we do not have a date to get approval. The Cellular IoT HAT - the device certified for LTE-M only - can not be used for CAT4 communication, as the LTE modem is embedded and doesn’t support other LTE categories.
For now, if that works for you can use Sixfab SIM and CORE for development. Once the cellular application is ready, it’s a choice to apply for end-device certification with your whole hardware setup. Sorry to couldn’t help with Verizon at the moment. Also, AT&T or T-Mobile support is available, except for Verizon.

[jonyskids]

This is very disappointing as I purchased it because it says it does in fact work with Verizon and the location I would like to use it is primarily covered by Verizon and not the other services. It may be that this should be clarified in your marketing material.

[jonyskids]

So it looks like it will work with a data only verizon sim card that is low transfer rates. Not what I was after.

Just a heads up on that.

[jack]

Has this issue with end-device certification been resolved? I am currently having trouble connecting my 4G/LTE Cellular modem kit to the verizon network with a sixfab sim.

My device can connect to T-Mobile and AT&T networks, but Verizon has the best coverage in my area.

AT+COPS=? returns with a verizon network shown but when I set AT+COPS=1,0,“Verizon” then AT+CEREG will just stay in 0,2 and never register. I have tried toggling FWSWITCH but the modem still would not register to the verizon network.

[saeed]

Hello

@jack

I am currently having trouble connecting my 4G/LTE Cellular modem kit to the verizon network with a sixfab sim.

Verizon network is not available among the network for Sixfab SIM Card.

Ref: Available network pricing

[jack]

The Verizon network is listed under Pay As You Go pricing in the Sixfab connect dashboard.

Can the Sixfab base hat with a Telit LE910C4-NF module connect to the verizon network? I have checked and the Telit module is approved with verizon. Is the sim, the base hat or both the problem?

[saeed]

Hello,

Let me check internally and get back to you.

Meahwhile kindly PM me the ICCID of your sim card.

[jack]

Hey Saeed,

Just sent my ICCID over PM. Thank you for your help.

[saeed]

Hello @jack

Thank you for the ICCID.

The Verizon Wireless isn’t available in the Default Network fleets, that is any fleet listing you are able to see right now.

To be able to use the Verizon, Custom fleet should be enabled, where user may select the networks they want to use.
If you want we can enable fleet for you. Let me know.

Thank you.

[jack]

Hey Saeed,

Yes, I would like custom fleet enabled. Is this a change that I can make on my sixfab dashboard or has to be done on your end?

Thanks,
Jack

[saeed]

Hey Jack,

It has to be done on our side. Once enabled I will walk you through the next steps.

Thank you

[saeed]

Hello Jack,

The fleet has been enabled for your account. You may need to logout and login once.

Under Cellular on the left menu you will get to see the Fleets option.

On clicking Fleets, it following page will appear.

Here, Click on Create New Fleet, Give the fleet a name, Sepecify Data limit for the fleet and select the operators you want in the fleet, then save it.
for example I have selected Verizon and TMO

Once created, go to your asset details and select the new fleet and save preference.