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® Conduit MTCAP-L4E1 User Guide for Europe...
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Legal Notices The MultiTech products are not designed, manufactured or intended for use, and should not be used, or sold or re-sold for use, in connection with applications requiring fail-safe performance or in applications where the failure of the products would reasonably be expected to result in personal injury or death, significant property damage, or serious physical or environmental damage.
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CONTENTS Chapter 6 – Getting Started with mLinux Models....................19 Accessing the Terminal Interface..........................19 Setting Time Zone, Time, and Date..........................19 Setting the Custom IP Address, Network Information, and Ethernet Internet Access ..........20 Configuring the Cellular Connection ........................... 20 Starting Cellular Connection on Boot .........................
Chapter 1 – Product Overview Overview ® Conduit AP (MTCAP) connects thousands of IoT assets to the cloud using the LoRaWAN protocol. It expands LoRa network coverage to difficult to reach areas and is capable of packet forwarding user data between LoRa end points and a centrally located network server on the cloud, in a data center, or a public network.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Document Description Conduit AP MTCAP for AEP Quick Start Steps for getting started with AEP models. Ships with device and is available online. Telit LE910 AT Commands Reference Guide For L4E1 devices, lists AT Commands and parameters used to communicate with your device.
SPECIFICATIONS AND HARDWARE INFORMATION Chapter 2 – Specifications and Hardware Information Dimensions ® Conduit AP MTCAP-L4E1 User Guide for Europe...
SPECIFICATIONS AND HARDWARE INFORMATION Power Frequency On Power-up (dBm) 18 Hours After Bandwidth Power-up (dBm) 869.525 MHz 24.18 125 kHz 869.525 MHz 24.18 24.83 250 kHz Connectors and LEDs Note: Some features are available only on select models. The above image shows the model with all features. For models that don't have a cellular radio, the chassis will not have a SIM slot.
SPECIFICATIONS AND HARDWARE INFORMATION Resetting the Device You need: A pin, paperclip, or similar thin object that can fit into the reset hole To reset the device: Find the hole labeled RESET. The reset button is recessed into the case. Use the pin to press and release the RESET button as follows: Reset options: To reboot, press RESET for less than 3 seconds.
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SPECIFICATIONS AND HARDWARE INFORMATION Radio Protocol Sleep Mode Cellular Average TX Pulse (AVG) Total Inrush Total Current (If Call Box Measured Amplitude Charge Inrush Applicable) Connectio Current at Current for Measured in Charge n, No Data Maximum GSM850 or Millicoulomb Duration Power Peak Current...
SPECIFICATIONS AND HARDWARE INFORMATION MTCAP-868-001L Note: Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. recommends that you incorporate a 10% buffer into the power source when determining product load. Maximum Power: MTCAP LoRa connection to MTXDOT running TXP =20 and at+txdr=2. The MTXDOT was initialized to send packets by joining MTCAP and rapidly sending packet to the MTCAP. Tx Pulse: The average peak current.
SAFETY INFORMATION Chapter 3 – Safety Information Power Supply Caution CAUTION: Do not replace the power supply with one designed for another product; doing so can damage the modem and void your warranty. Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. CAUTION: Pour garantir une protection continue contre les risques d'incendie, remplacez les fusibles uniquement par des fusibles du même type et du même calibre.
SAFETY INFORMATION Do not place the antenna outdoors. Switch OFF your wireless device when in an aircraft. Using portable electronic devices in an aircraft may endanger aircraft operation, disrupt the cellular network, and is illegal. Failing to observe this restriction may lead to suspension or denial of cellular services to the offender, legal action, or both.
Do not place the device alongside computer discs, credit or travel cards, or other magnetic media. The information contained on discs or cards may be affected by the device. Using accessories, such as antennas, that MultiTech has not authorized or that are not compliant with MultiTech's accessory specifications may invalidate the warranty.
SAFETY INFORMATION User Responsibility Respect all local regulations for operating your wireless device. Use the security features to block unauthorized use and theft. ® Conduit AP MTCAP-L4E1 User Guide for Europe...
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The label shown is not the actual size. 1 - MultiTech Model Identification. 2 - MultiTech Ordering Part Number. 3 - IMEI Number 4 - Device Node Number 5 - UUID Example 868 Models Device Label ®...
SETTING UP HARDWARE Chapter 5 – Setting Up Hardware Installing a SIM Card If your device has a SIM slot, you'll need a micro SIM card from your network provider. To install the SIM card: With the contact side facing down, align the notched edge as shown on the following image and slide the SIM card completely into the SIM holder.
To use sudo, either execute : sudo [command] or start the root shell: sudo -s Then enter the mtadm password. The prompt changes to mtcap:/home/mtadm# For tips on using sudo, go to http://www.multitech.net/developer/software/mlinux/using-mlinux/log-in- as-an-admin-post-production/. The following commands require sudo: ln -sf /usr/share ... hwclock ifdown...
GETTING STARTED WITH MLINUX MODELS ln -fs /usr/share/zoneinfo/Europe/Zurich /etc/localtime Update the date and time to the current time: date "2016-12-11 14:58:01" Update the hardware clock: hwclock -u -w Setting the Custom IP Address, Network Information, and Ethernet Internet Access Network configuration is defined in /etc/network/interfaces. To change the static IP, change the address and netmask fields in /etc/network/interfaces, (use vi or nano).
GETTING STARTED WITH MLINUX MODELS Set "APN" to the APN for your cellular provider. (Not necessary for Verizon SIMs) # mlinux-set-apn APN # Before establishing PPP connection, modify the file, /etc/ppp/options sudo -s echo -e '+ipv6\nipv6cp-use-ipaddr' >>/etc/ppp/options # Dial the connection (using /etc/ppp/peers/xxx# config) # pppd call xxx# (where xxx# is your radio, L4E1 for Europe) Use the Linux route utility to verify ppp0 is up.
Configuring the LoRa Network Server for mLinux Note: This section applies to LoRaWAN V1.5 devices only. To configure the LoRa Network Server: Log in to the console. Refer to http://www.multitech.net/developer/software/mlinux/getting-started- with-conduit-mlinux/ if needed. Issue these commands: # cp /opt/lora/lora-network-server.conf.sample /var/config/lora/lora- network-server.conf...
For additional information, including how to configure LoRa devices to communicate with your gateway, visit http://www.multitech.net. For an introduction to Lora, go to : http://www.multitech.net/developer/software/lora/introduction-to-lora/ For help using mLinux, go to: http://www.multitech.net/developer/software/mlinux/. For additional packet forwarder information, go to: http://www.multitech.net/developer/software/lora/conduit-mlinux-convert-to-basic-packet-forwarder/ ®...
GETTING STARTED WITH AEP MODELS Chapter 7 – Getting Started with AEP Models Logging in to AEP After connecting and powering up your device, log in to AEP: Open an Internet browser. In the browser’s address field, enter the device's default address for the device: http://192.168.2.1 The login page appears.
GETTING STARTED WITH AEP MODELS To enable dial-on-demand, check Dial-on-Demand. This tells the device to only make a PPP connection when there is outgoing IP traffic, and it brings the PPP connection down after a given idle timeout. The default Idle timeout is 180 seconds. If desired, you can enter a different value. Type the APN (Access Point Name).
Using DeviceHQ for Device Management DeviceHQ is a cloud-based device management tool for remote monitoring, upgrades, and configuration AEP devices. For information on creating and using a DeviceHQ account, go to the http://www.multitech.net/developer/software/devicehq/. ® Conduit AP MTCAP-L4E1 User Guide for Europe...
MOUNTING THE DEVICE Chapter 8 – Mounting the Device Mounting the Device The device ships with a mounting bracket. You will need Mounting bracket MTCAP Four #6 screws, with anchors (not provided) Screwdriver Drill Mounting Bracket Determining Location for the MTCAP Follow these guidelines for best performance: The LoRa antenna is omnidirectional, but for best results, mount the device so the LoRa antenna is in a vertical position as shown in the following image.
MOUNTING THE DEVICE Note the LoRa antenna location in the following image. The LoRa signal will be strongest radiating from that side of the device. The LoRa antenna is 31.2 mm long. We recommend conducting a site survey to test the signal strength in different locations before you mount the device.
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2015/863 of the European Parliament (Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment - RoHS). These MultiTech products do not contain the following banned chemicals Lead, [Pb] < 1000 PPM Mercury, [Hg] <...
REGULATORY AND ENVIRONMENTAL Information on HS/TS Substances According to Chinese Standards In accordance with China's Administrative Measures on the Control of Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products (EIP) # 39, also known as China RoHS, the following information is provided regarding the names and concentration levels of Toxic Substances (TS) or Hazardous Substances (HS) which may be contained in Multi-Tech Systems Inc.
INDEX Index LEDs.................9 login build options ..............5 default..............24 LoRa setup ................22 LORA LED.................9 CELL LED ................9 cellular configuration ............20 cellular connection on startup ........21 certifications..............8 maintenance ..............15 Chinese hazardous substances mLinux................19 Chinese version............33 modem English version ............32 safety ...............13 configuration............25 26 mounting device ............27 connectors...............9 network information.............25...
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INDEX SIM card transmission ..............8 remove..............18 SIM installation .............18 specifications..............8 static................13 user responsibility............16 STATUS LED ..............9 sécurité................13 interférences RF............14 WIFI LED ................9 terminal interface ............19 time ................19 24 ® Conduit AP MTCAP-L4E1 User Guide for Europe...
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