Multitech Conduit IP67 Base Station 200 Series Hardware Installation Manual page 2

Connector Locations
Installing a Micro SIM Card
(Cellular models only)
To install a SIM card:
1. Remove the SIM cover.
2. Gently push the micro SIM card into the holder with the cut corner to the left
and the SIM contacts facing down as shown.
3. Reattach the plastic cover and tighten to 10.5 lbf.in (12 kgf.cm).
Installing a Ground Wire
WARNING: This device MUST be grounded. Never operate the device without a suitable ground.
Failure to properly ground the device voids the warranty.
Proper grounding of the enclosure is required to ensure safety and prevent equipment damage.
The device enclosure has a grounding lug on the bottom (#2 in Connector Locations). Connecting the grounding lug to an earth ground is
required. Refer to the National Electric Code or your local codes for additional information or contact a licensed electrician for assistance
in grounding an installation.
WARNING: When installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected last.
Ground wire (not provided) must be suitable for outdoor location and meet a minimum wire gauge of 14 AWG or larger. Ground
wire terminal (not provided) must be closed loop (ring type, see image right) and corrosive free in design.
1. Remove the nut on the grounding lug.
2. Put the loop terminal on the grounding lug.
3. Run the ground wire to a safe earth ground location where the energy can be dispersed.
4. Replace the nut and tighten to 10 in-lbs (11.5 kg.cm).
IMPORTANT: If using a PoE surge protector, lightning arrestor and/or shielded cable, ensure they are also properly grounded.
Mounting on a Pole
You will need a mounting kit. MultiTech has mounting kits for a variety of pole sizes. The
pole should be made of a corrosive free material with UV protection and able to
support four times the weight of the MTCDTIP2 with accessories attached.
Description QTY Description
A Spacer, ¼" 4 E Nylon Nut, ¼-20
B Strut Rails 2 F Pan Head Screws, ¼-20 X ⅞"
C Fender Washer, ¼" 12 G Band Clamp Bracket
D Pan Head Screws,¼-20 X ½" 4 H Hose Clamp
1. Attach band clamp brackets (G) through slots in strut rails (B) and secure with pan
head screws (D), fender washers (C), and nylon nuts (E) (x4).Torque to 32 in-lbs
(36.8 kg-cm) max.
2. Install pan head screws (F) through slots in enclosure base (x4).
Align spacers (A) and fender washers (C) over 7/8" screw length
sticking through at the rear of the MTCDTIP2. Attach strut rail sub
assembly to the MTCDTIP2 securing with fender washers (C) and
nylon nuts (E). Torque to 32 in-lbs (36.8 kg-cm) max.
3. Feed hose clamp (H) through slots in band clamp (G) (x2).
4. Wrap hose clamps around pole and tighten.
# Connector Description
1 Ethernet Port Ethernet port with IP67 rated cable gland.
2 Grounding Lug Connector for ground wire.
3 SIM Slot and Under a plastic cover, for all models, LEDs and
LEDs reset button. For cellular models, a SIM holder.
4 LoRa Connector for LoRa antenna.
A
G E
QTY
8
4
2
2
Mounting on a Wall
The location should be able to support four times the weight of the MTCDTIP2 with accessories attached. To mount the
device on a wall:
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Use ¼ inch x 1¼ inch (minimum length) screws in the mounting holes tabs on the chassis. Use with wall anchors if
necessary.
Connecting the Ethernet Cable
# Connector
1 Cable Gland Body
2 Cable Gland Seal
To connect the Ethernet cable to the device:
Note: For power, the Ethernet cable needs to be connected to a POE injector.
CAUTION: Disconnect power before mounting or working on the device.
1. Slide the cable gland nut and the cable gland body onto the cable and plug the cable into the Ethernet port as shown.
2. Install the cable gland body and then tighten to a torque specification of 10 in-lbs (11.5 kg.cm) or firmly by hand.
3. Pull the cable gland seal apart at the split line and install it onto the cable as shown.
4. Push the cable gland seal into the cable gland body on the end with the tines.
5. Install the cable gland nut onto the cable gland body threads and then hold the cable gland body while tightening the cable gland nut
to a torque specification of 10 in-lbs (11.5 kg.cm) or firmly by hand.
Note: Do not over tighten the cable gland body or the cable gland nut. A seal that is overtightened will aid in water ingress.
Follow recommended torque specifications.
Attaching the Antenna
Note: Antenna should be finger-tightened plus a quarter turn.
To attach the LoRa antenna directly to the device:
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Attach the antenna to the connector at the top of the Base Station.
To attach the a LoRa antenna via a cable:
1. Use an antenna hose clamp to attach the antenna bracket to a LoRa antenna.
2. Attach the lightning arrestor (recommended) to the antenna as shown (right).
3. Attach a coaxial antenna cable to the lightning arrestor.
4. For a pole mount, use hose clamps to mount the antenna mounting bracket to the pole. For a wall mount, attach the antenna
bracket to the wall using the four tabs on the bracket.
5. Attach the antenna cable to the LoRa connector.
Best Practices
We recommend covering all connections with a rubber insulating tape, such as 3M's130C. Although the Base Station is rated IP67, taping
provides additional protection against environmental particulates.
BASE
Next Steps and Additional Documentation
D C
Connect the Ethernet cable to the PoE injector. After connecting and powering up the Base Station:
C
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For mPower models, refer to S000727 mPower Software Guide at
For additional documentation, find your model at www.multitech.net/developer/basestation.
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Conduit IP67 Base Station Hardware Guide
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AT Command Reference Guide: For LTE models only, model specific.
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POE Application Note: Includes standards, recommendations, and troubleshooting.
Regulatory Information
MultiTech declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU.
The declaration of conformity may be requested at https://support.multitech.com. Additional regulatory information is in the hardware guide.
# Connector
3 Cable Gland Nut
4 Ethernet Port Threads
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