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  • Page 1 ® Conduit MTCAP2-LSP3-915x-042-POE and MTCAP2-915x- 042-POE User Guide...
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Contents Chapter 1 – Product Overview ..........................5 Overview ..................................5 Product Build Options ..............................5 Package Contents................................5 Optional ..................................5 Documentation Overview ............................. 6 Developer Documentation............................6 Power over Ethernet (PoE) ............................6 Chapter 2 – Specifications and Hardware Information ..................... 7 Dimensions..................................
  • Page 4 CONTENTS Chapter 5 – Setting Up Hardware........................... 18 Installing a SIM Card ..............................18 Removing a SIM Card..............................18 Attaching the Antenna ..............................18 Cabling the Device............................... 18 Chapter 6 – Getting Started ........................... 19 mPower Models ................................19 mLinux Models................................19 Chapter 7 –...
  • Page 5: Chapter 1 - Product Overview

    Chapter 1 – Product Overview Overview ® Conduit AP (MTCAP and MTCAP2) 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.
  • Page 6: Documentation Overview

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW Documentation Overview The following documents are available at http://www.multitech.com/brands/multiconnect-conduit-ap. Select your model to find the documents specific for that device. Document Description Part Number Conduit AP MTCAP2-LSP3-915-042x and This document. Hardware, regulatory, and S000745 MTCAP2-915-042x User Guide getting started information.
  • Page 7: Chapter 2 - Specifications And Hardware Information

    SPECIFICATIONS AND HARDWARE INFORMATION Chapter 2 – Specifications and Hardware Information Dimensions ® Conduit AP MTCAP2-LSP3-915x-042-POE and MTCAP2-915x-042-POE User Guide...
  • Page 8: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS AND HARDWARE INFORMATION Specifications Category Description General Standards LoRaWAN 1.0.2 specifications LTE FDD Cat 1, 3GPP release 10 compliant 256MB Flash 256MB Radio Frequency (-LSP3 models only) ISM Band 915 MHz ISM band for US and Canada 4G/LTE 1900 (B2/B25) / AWS 1700 (B4) / 850 (B5/B26) / 700 (B12) Physical Description Weight 1.36 kg...
  • Page 9: Connectors And Leds

    SPECIFICATIONS AND HARDWARE INFORMATION Connectors and LEDs LoRa only models LoRa and cellular radio models Item Description Connectors Power 5 Volt power jack. Ethernet RJ45 Ethernet jack. Reset Reset button. Reboots device or restores factory defaults. Refer to Resetting the Device details.
  • Page 10: Resetting The Device

    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.
  • Page 11: Mtcap2-915-042

    Pulse Electronics Antenna Manufacturer: Pulse Electronics Description: 868-928 MHz RP-SMA Antenna, 8" Model Number: W1063 MultiTech Part Number: 45009830L MultiTech ordering information: Ordering Part Number Quantity AN868-915A-1HRA AN868-915A-10HRA ®...
  • Page 12 SPECIFICATIONS AND HARDWARE INFORMATION Ordering Part Number Quantity AN868-915A-50HRA Antenna Specifications Category Description Frequency Range 868-928 MHz Impedance 50 Ohms VSWR < 2.0 Gain 3.0 dBi Radiation Omni Polarization Vertical ® Conduit AP MTCAP2-LSP3-915x-042-POE and MTCAP2-915x-042-POE User Guide...
  • Page 13: Chapter 3 - Safety Information

    Power over Ethernet (PoE) Certification does not apply or extend to voltages outside of standard PoE range. Any PoE voltages beyond 0vdc to 60Vdc have not been evaluated by UL or MULTITECH. Nominal PoE voltage is 48Vdc to 57 VDC. The end user supplies the PoE cable. If the cable is to be used outdoors, the cable must be certified for outdoor or burial use.
  • Page 14: General Safety

    SAFETY INFORMATION General Safety The device is designed for and intended to be used in fixed and mobile applications. Fixed means the device is physically secured at one location and cannot be easily moved to another location. Mobile means the device is used in other than fixed locations.
  • Page 15: Interference With Pacemakers And Other Medical Devices

    SAFETY INFORMATION Ne placez pas l'antenne en extérieur. Éteignez votre appareil sans fil dans les avions. L'utilisation d'appareils électroniques portables en avion est illégale: elle peut fortement perturber le fonctionnement de l'appareil et désactiver le réseau cellulaire. S'il ne respecte pas cette consigne, le responsable peut voir son accès aux services cellulaires suspendu ou interdit, peut être poursuivi en justice, ou les deux.
  • Page 16: Ul Notice

    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.
  • Page 17: Chapter 4 - Labels

    (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...
  • Page 18: Chapter 5 - Setting Up Hardware

    SETTING UP HARDWARE Chapter 5 – Setting Up Hardware Installing a SIM Card If your device has a SIM slot, you'll need a micro (3FF) 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.
  • Page 19: Chapter 6 - Getting Started

    Models If your device uses the mPower platform, getting started information is in mPower Software Guide (S000727), available through your model's page at https://www.multitech.com/brands/multiconnect-conduit-ap mLinux Models If your device uses the mLinux platform, getting started information is at http://www.multitech.net/developer/software/mlinux/getting-started-with-conduit-mlinux/ ®...
  • Page 20: Chapter 7 - Mounting The Device

    MOUNTING THE DEVICE Chapter 7 – Mounting the Device Mounting the Device The device ships with a mounting bracket. You will need Mounting bracket MTCAP2 Four #6 screws, with anchors (not provided) Screwdriver Drill Mounting Bracket Determining Location Follow these guidelines for best performance: For optimal performance, place the MTCAP2 at a level higher than the end devices.
  • Page 21: Mounting The Device

    MOUNTING THE DEVICE Select a location central to all devices to be connected to this MTCAP. Avoid obstructions. Important: Thick walls and reflective surfaces, such as metal, weaken the signal between the MTCAP2 and other devices. We recommend conducting a site survey to test the signal strength in different locations before you mount the device.
  • Page 22 MOUNTING THE DEVICE ® Conduit AP MTCAP2-LSP3-915x-042-POE and MTCAP2-915x-042-POE User Guide...
  • Page 23 MOUNTING THE DEVICE ® Conduit AP MTCAP2-LSP3-915x-042-POE and MTCAP2-915x-042-POE User Guide...
  • Page 24: Chapter 8 - Chapter 6 Regulatory And Environmental Information

    CHAPTER 6 REGULATORY AND ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION Chapter 8 – Chapter 6 Regulatory and Environmental 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.
  • Page 25: Industry Canada

    Substances) complements the WEEE Directive by banning the presence of specific hazardous substances in the products at the design phase. The WEEE Directive covers all MultiTech products imported into the EU as of August 13, 2005. EU-based manufacturers, distributors, retailers and importers are obliged to finance the costs of recovery from municipal collection points, reuse, and recycling of specified percentages per the WEEE requirements.
  • Page 26: Reach Statement

    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] <...
  • Page 27: Information On Hs/Ts Substances According To Chinese Standards

    CHAPTER 6 REGULATORY AND ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION 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.
  • Page 28: Information On Hs/Ts Substances According To Chinese Standards (In Chinese)

    CHAPTER 6 REGULATORY AND ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION Information on HS/TS Substances According to Chinese Standards (in Chinese) 依 依 照 照 中 中 国 国 标 标 准 准 的 的 有 有 毒 毒 有 有 害 害 物 物 质 质 信 信 息 息 根据中华人民共和国信息产业部...
  • Page 29: Index

    INDEX Index antenna .................11 labels ................17 attach ...............18 LEDs.................9 LORA LED.................9 build options ..............5 maintenance ..............15 modem safety ...............14 mounting device ............20 CELL LED ................9 certifications..............8 Chinese hazardous substances Chinese version............28 English version ............27 package contents ............5 Class B ................24 Ports Ethernet ...............13 Industry Canada ............24 power jack...............9...
  • Page 30 INDEX transmission ..............8 WIFI LED ................9 user responsibility............16 ® Conduit AP MTCAP2-LSP3-915x-042-POE and MTCAP2-915x-042-POE User Guide...

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