Summary of Contents for Multitech MultiConnect rCell 100 Series
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® MultiConnect rCell 100 Series Router User Guide...
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CONTENTS Contents Product Overview ..............................5 About MultiConnect rCell 100 Series Router........................ 5 Documentation ................................5 Product Build Options ..............................6 Descriptions of LEDs..............................7 Side Panels ..................................8 Ethernet LED Descriptions ............................9 Specifications ................................9 Dimensions.................................. 11 Label locations ................................11 Power Draw ................................
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CONTENTS Installing the SIM Card ............................... 20 Setting up Wi-Fi................................21 Resetting the Device ..............................21 Resetting the Device to Factory Defaults ........................21 Notice for Devices that Use Aeris Radios........................21 Regulatory Information............................22 47 CFR Part 15 Regulation Class B Devices ......................... 22 Industry Canada Class B Notice...........................
About MultiConnect rCell 100 Series Router This guide describes the MultiConnect rCell 100 Series router. The rCell family of routers is carrier approved and ready-to-deploy. You can use your device to provide secure data communication between many types of devices that use legacy as well as the latest communication technologies.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Document Description AT Commands This document describes AT commands that are available for your device. These commands are documented in the Reference Guide part number S000574. Product Build Options Product Description MTR-H5-B07 Supports HSPA+ MTR-H5-B08 Supports HSPA+ and GPS MTR-H5-B09 Supports HSPA+, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth MTR-H5-B10...
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Descriptions of LEDs The top panel contains the following LEDs: ■ Power and Status LEDs—The Power LED indicates that DC power is present and the Status LED blinks when the unit is functioning normally. ■ Wi-Fi—Indicates if the device is serving as a Wi-Fi access point or acting as a Wi-Fi client. Not all models support Wi-Fi.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Side Panels The device has connectors on either side. The figure that follows shows the side which has a SIM card holder, as well as Wi-Fi, Auxiliary, GPS and cellular antenna connectors. It also has a reset button. Depending on the model of your device, the following items may or may not appear: ■...
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Ethernet LED Descriptions Two Ethernet LEDs are physically on the RJ-45 connector(s). The table that follows describes these LEDs. Ethernet Link Right LED on Ethernet connector. Blinks when there is transmit and receive activity on the Ethernet link. It shows a steady light when there is a valid Ethernet connection.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW Category Description Packet Data Up to 7.2 Mbps downlink/5.76 Mbps uplink Point-to-Point Messaging Mobile-Terminated SMS Mobile-Originated SMS Connectors Cellular Female SMA connectors for cellular WiFi Reverse polarity male SMA connector for Wi-Fi SIM Holder Mini-SIM, standard 1.8 V and 3 V SIM receptacle Female SMA connector Power Requirements Voltage...
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Category Description Warranty Two years *UL Listed @ 40° C, limited by power supply. UL Certification does not apply or extend to an ambient above 40° C and has not been evaluated by UL for ambient greater than 40° C. UL has evaluated this device for use in ordinary locations only.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW ® MultiConnect rCell 100 Series Router User Guide...
SAFETY WARNINGS Safety Warnings Lithium Battery ■ A lithium battery located within the product provides backup power for the timekeeping. This battery has an estimated life expectancy of ten years. ■ When this battery starts to weaken, the date and time may be incorrect. If the battery fails, the board must be sent back to Multi-Tech Systems for battery replacement.
SAFETY WARNINGS pacemakers and defibrillators from cellular devices. This test method is part of the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standard. This standard allows manufacturers to ensure that cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators are safe from cellular device EMI. The FDA continues to monitor cellular devices for interactions with other medical devices.
SAFETY WARNINGS “CAUTION: – Risk of Explosion if Battery is replaces by an Incorrect Type. Dispose of Used Batteries According to the Instructions.” Avertissements relatifs à l'installation et aux emplacements dangereux Les modems sont des appareils ouverts conçus pour être installés dans une enceinte adaptée à l'application prévue.
CELLULAR INFORMATION Cellular Information Antenna System Cellular Devices The cellular/wireless performance depends on the implementation and antenna design. The integration of the antenna system into the product is a critical part of the design process; therefore, it is essential to consider it early so the performance is not compromised.
CELLULAR INFORMATION GPS Antennas GPS Antenna Specifications Category Description Frequency Range 1575.24 MHz Impedance 50 Ohms VSWR 2.0:1 max Gain 10-30 dBi LNA Current Consumption 40 mA max Noise Figure < 2dB Polarization RHCP Input voltage 3.0V ± 0.2V Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Antennas Manufacturer: Taoglas Antenna Solutions Manufacturer's Model Number:...
INSTALLING AND USING THE ROUTER Installing and Using the Router Installing the Router To use the router’s cellular features, connect a suitable antenna to the antenna connector. If your device is capable of supporting antenna diversity, see the section about diversity. Some routers support Wi-Fi.
The dimensions illustration in this guide shows the mounting rod, as well as the dimensions for placement of the screws. Activating the Account for Wireless Devices Refer to Multi-Tech’s Cellular Activation Web site at http://www.multitech.com/activation.go for information on activating your cellular modem. Note:...
INSTALLING AND USING THE ROUTER Setting up Wi-Fi Some models have Wi-Fi capability. If your device supports this feature, you need to use the device’s web management interface to enable Wi-Fi. Then, see the online help file for information on working with Wi-Fi. Resetting the Device To reset the device, when desired: Find the hole in the panel labeled RESET.
REGULATORY INFORMATION Regulatory Information 47 CFR Part 15 Regulation Class B Devices This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
REGULATORY INFORMATION FCC and IC Antenna Requirements Toward License Exempt Radio Transmitters (Bluetooth/WLAN) The license-exempt Bluetooth/WLAN radio transmitter contained in this equipment may only be operated with an antenna of a type, a maximum gain and the required antenna impedance as approved and specified below. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, choose the antenna type and it's gain so that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.
REGULATORY INFORMATION Restriction of the Use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Multi-Tech Systems, Inc Certificate of Compliance 2011/65/EU Multi-Tech Systems confirms that its embedded products comply with the chemical concentration limitations set forth in the directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament (Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment - RoHS).
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