AT commands: "AT" meaning attention
AT commands are means of communication between processor and modem.This is the only language any modem can understand. Following are the usage of AT commands -
1. Sending SMS Messages from a Computer GSM/GPRS
Modem
Command -> AT // to check the modem is alive
Reply <- OK // modem send ok to say I am alive
Command -> AT+CMGF=1 // to set modem in sms mode
Reply <- OK // modem send ok
Command -> AT+CMGS=”mobile number” // enter mobile number
Reply <- '>' // > promt will come
Now type your message and press Ctrl+z. If everything will be fine then message will go successfully.