Hello,
Indeed, in older firmware versions, you can use the 'gsmctl -H' command to access a shell interface for entering AT commands. However, in the new firmware, 'gsmctl -H' is used to retrieve the time, as you mentioned.
I recommend using microcom on the device to send commands directly to the modem (one of the devices in /dev/ttyUSB). This would be similar to what you are trying to achieve with 'gsmctl -H'. Alternatively, you can use the 'gsmctl -A <AT_COMMAND>' command.
If you need any assistance with microcom, please let me know.
Kind Regards,