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MXA-200
IoT Gateway
User's Manual
Manual Rev.:
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1.0
August 20, 2024
50M-44A00-1000

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  • Page 1 MXA-200 IoT Gateway User’s Manual Manual Rev.: August 20, 2024 Revision Date: Part No: 50M-44A00-1000...

  • Page 2: Revision History

    Revision History Revision Release Date Description of Change(s) Initial release 2024-08-20...
  • Page 3 MXA-200 Preface Copyright © 2024 ADLINK Technology Inc. This document contains proprietary information protected by copy- right. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be repro- duced by any mechanical, electronic, or other means in any form without prior written permission of the manufacturer.
  • Page 4 California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including acrylamide, arsenic, benzene, cadmium, Tris(1,3-dichloro-2-propyl)phosphate (TDCPP), 1,4-Diox- ane, formaldehyde, lead, DEHP, styrene, DINP, BBP, PVC, and vinyl materials, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and acrylamide, benzene, cadmium, lead, mercury, phthalates, toluene, DEHP, DIDP, DnHP, DBP, BBP, PVC, and vinyl materials, which are known to the State of California to cause...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Functional Block Diagram............ 5 Mechanical Drawings............6 I/O Connectors..............11 2 Getting Started ..............17 Unpacking the MXA-200............ 17 Connecting DC Power ............18 A Appendix: Debian Linux OS ..........21 Hardware Setup..............21 Connecting and Logging in via SSH ........22 LED Function ..............
  • Page 6 Important Safety Instructions..........45 Consignes de Sécurité Importantes ........47 Getting Service ..............51...

  • Page 7: List Of Figures

    MXA-200 List of Figures Figure 1-1: Functional Block Diagram........... 5 Figure 1-2: MXA-200 Dimensions..........6 Figure 1-3: DIN Rail Mount 1 ............7 Figure 1-4: DIN Rail Mount 2 ............8 Figure 1-5: Wall Mount 1............... 9 Figure 1-6: Wall Mount 2............... 9 Figure 1-7: Wall Mount 3.............
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  • Page 9: Introduction

    The MXA-200 is an i.MX8M Plus based high-performance IoT gateway with a Quad Core processor open platform design, two RS-232/422/485 isolated serial ports, two 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, two USB 3.0 port and an operating temperature range of...

  • Page 10: Packing List

    Retain the shipping carton and packing mate- rials for inspection. Obtain authorization from your dealer before returning any product to ADLINK. Ensure that the following items are included in the package. 1x MXA-200 IoT Gateway  DIN rail mount kit with 2x flat head screws ...

  • Page 11: Specifications

    MXA-200 1.4 Specifications Model MXA-200 System Processor i.MX8M Plus ARM Cortex A53 Quad Core 1.8GHz Memory LPDDR4 2/4GB Main Storage 32/64 GB eMMC Storage Slot 1x microSD TPM2.0 Monthly difference max.180 sec. Supported I/O Interfaces Ethernet 2x GbE Serial Ports 2x RS-232/422/485, 4-wire 2x USB 3.0 Type-A...
  • Page 12 Model MXA-200 1. Test Standard: Referenced from IEC 60068-2-64 2. Test Mode: Random wave 3. Frequency: 5-500 Hz Vibration Resistance 4. Acceleration: 2 Grms 5. Direction: X, Y, Z axis 6. Duration: 60 min/axis 1. Test Standard: Referenced from IEC 60068-2-27 2.

  • Page 13: Functional Block Diagram

    MXA-200 1.5 Functional Block Diagram Dy D W s  /E ZD KZdy >WZ Z D /  ^ WD/ ^, /  ^> ^, WKtZ h^ ,^ Dhy h^ W E Z'D// dy Zy Z'D// Z'D// d Z h^ Zy W E...

  • Page 14: Mechanical Drawings

    1.6 Mechanical Drawings All dimensions are in millimeters unless noted. NOTE: NOTE: 1.6.1 Dimensions 110.90 Figure 1-2: MXA-200 Dimensions...

  • Page 15: Din Rail Mounting

    MXA-200 1.6.2 DIN Rail Mounting The DIN rail mount can be attached to the MXA-200 with two screws included in the wall mounting kit. Figure 1-3: DIN Rail Mount 1...

  • Page 16: Figure 1-4: Din Rail Mount 2

    Figure 1-4: DIN Rail Mount 2...

  • Page 17: Figure 1-7: Wall Mount 3

    MXA-200 1.6.3 Wall Mounting Each wall mount bracket can be attached to the MXA-200 with two screws included in the wall mounting kit. 5.20 Figure 1-5: Wall Mount 1 Figure 1-6: Wall Mount 2...
  • Page 18 33.25 Figure 1-7: Wall Mount 3...

  • Page 19: I/O Connectors

    MXA-200 1.7 I/O Connectors Figure 1-8: Front View Figure 1-9: Side View...
  • Page 20 Item Description DC power input USB 3.0 Type-A C, D Gigabit Ethernet (GbE, RJ45) Function button Ground screw G, H, I, Antenna connector (optional for Wi-Fi/4G/5G/GPS) O, P, Q Micro USB Connector HDMI L, M RS-232/422/485, 4-wire microSD and SIM slot Table 1-1: I/O Connector Legend Description PWR LED...

  • Page 21: Figure 1-10: Dc Power Input

    MXA-200 1.7.1 DC Power Input Figure 1-10: DC Power Input Signal V+ (DC_IN) 1.7.2 USB 3.0 Ports The USB 3.0 Type-A ports support are compatible with SuperSpeed, Hi-Speed, full-speed and low-speed USB devices, with support for multiple boot devices, including USB flash, USB external HDD, and USB CD-ROM drivers, and boot priority and boot device configured in BIOS.
  • Page 22 1.7.8 Micro-SIM Slot Insert a micro-SIM card into the slot. Make sure it is properly aligned and inserted all the way. Once the card is inserted, the MXA-200 can connect to a cellular network and access the Inter- net.

  • Page 23: Com Port Connectors

    MXA-200 1.7.9 COM Port Connectors The MXA-200 provides two COM ports through 5-pin connectors. The COM1 & COM2 ports support RS-232/422/485 modes. Figure 1-11: COM Port Pin Definition Signal RS-232 RS-422 RS-485 TXD- DATA- TXD+ DATA+ RXD+ RXD- Table 1-3: 5-pin Signal Function of COM Ports 1.7.10...
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  • Page 25: Getting Started

    MXA-200 Getting Started 2.1 Unpacking the MXA-200 Ensure that the following items are included in the package. If any items are missing, contact your sales representative for assistance. MXA-200  DIN rail mount kit with 2x flat head screws ...

  • Page 26: Connecting Dc Power

    LPS and SELV (ES1) circuits. WARNING: If the MXA-200 needs to be shut down, turn off the power source. To remove the power wires, use a flat head screwdriver to push the orange slots on the terminal block and then pull out the wires.

  • Page 27: Connexion De L'alimentation Cc

    WARNING: dont la sortie répond aux circuits LPS et SELV (ES1). Si l'MXA-200 doit être arrêté, coupez la source d'alimentation. Pour retirer les fils d'alimentation, utilisez un tournevis à tête plate pour pousser les fentes orange du bornier puis retirez les fils.
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  • Page 29: Appendix A Debian Linux Os

    MXA-200 Appendix A Debian Linux OS Debian Linux is used as the MXA-200 operating system for sys- tem integrators to develop customization applications.This appen- dix includes information on the following items. Hardware Setup  Connecting and Logging in via SSH ...

  • Page 30: Connecting And Logging In Via Ssh

    MXA-200 to 192.168.50.xx. 2. Open Putty on the host computer and enter the IP address of the MXA-200: 192.168.50.2. 3. Log in with the username (root) and password (adlink). 4. You have successfully connected to the MXA-200.

  • Page 31: Led Function

    MXA-200 A.3 LED Function PWR LED: The LED will light up when powered.  WLAN LED: When a Wi-Fi module is installed in the slot,  the LED will light up after the system loads. If the hardware does not have a Wi-Fi module installed, the LED will not light up.

  • Page 32: Network Settings

    A.5 Network Settings Use the following command to Modify LAN1 (eth0). $ vi /etc/systemd/network/10-eth.network.conf Use the following command to Modify LAN2 (eth1). $ vi /etc/systemd/network/11-eth1.network.conf...

  • Page 33: 4G/Lte Module Configuration

    MXA-200 A.6 5G/4G/LTE Module Configuration 1. Enter the following command to check the interface status. $ nmcli d 2. Add a connection. $ nmcli c add type gsm ifname cdc-wdm0 con-name cellular 3. Check the connection status. $ nmcli c show cellular 4.
  • Page 34 5. Check if the network interface (wwan0) is present. $ ifconfig 6. Perform network connectivity test (ping Google DNS). $ ping -I wwan0 8.8.8.8 7. Close the connection. $ nmcli c down cellular...

  • Page 35: Wi-Fi Configuration And Connection

    MXA-200 A.7 Wi-Fi Configuration and Connection 1. Enter the following to connect to the Wi-Fi AP. $ nmcli dev wifi connect "Your AP SSID" password "Your Password" 2. Check if the Wi-Fi network interface (wlan0) is present. 3. Enter the following command to execute a Wi-Fi connec- tivity function test (ping Google DNS).
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  • Page 37: Appendix B Accessory Installation

    MXA-200 Appendix B Accessory Installation B.1 Wi-Fi Module 1. Remove 8 screws from chassis. 2. Remove the top cover...
  • Page 38 3. Remove the appropriate antenna covers based on the Wi-Fi module used. There are two positions to choose from, depending on whether you will upgrade to a 4G module or a 5G module. If you will not upgrade the sys- tem, choose the first option.
  • Page 39 MXA-200 4. Install two RF Cables. Thread the SMA connector through the antenna hole. 5. Insert the washer and install the hex nut (torque value = 6-8kgf.cm).
  • Page 40 6. Install the Wi-Fi module and secure with a hex standoff (torque value = 4-5kgf.cm). 7. Attach the RF cable connector to the module.
  • Page 41 MXA-200 8. RF Cable routing. There are two positions to choose from. Cable routing for 4G modules Sierra EM7421 and Quectel EM05-G Cable routing for 5G module TELIT MV32-W-AD...
  • Page 42 9. Install the thermal conductive aluminum block and tighten the M2.5 screw and two M3 screws (torque value = 3.5-4kgf.cm). The thermal conductive aluminum block has release paper on both sides, which needs to be removed before installation. 10.Replace the top cover and original screws.

  • Page 43: Module

    MXA-200 B.2 4G Module 1. Remove 8 screws from chassis. 2. Remove the top cover...
  • Page 44 3. Remove the appropriate antenna covers based on the 4G module used. There are two positions to choose from, depending on the 4G module used. Antenna covers for 4G module Sierra EM7421 Antenna covers for 4G module Quectel EM05-G...
  • Page 45 MXA-200 4. Install the RF Cables. Thread the SMA connector through the antenna hole. 5. Insert the washer and install the hex nut (torque value = 6-8kgf.cm). 6. Install the 4G module and secure with a hex standoff (torque value = 4-5kgf.cm).
  • Page 46 7. Attach the RF cable connectors to the module. 8. RF Cable routing. There are two positions to choose from. Cable routing for 4G module Sierra EM7421...
  • Page 47 MXA-200 Cable routing for 4G module Quectel EM05-G 9. Install the thermal conductive aluminum block and tighten the M2.5 screw and two M3 screws (torque value = 3.5-4kgf.cm).

  • Page 48: Module

    The thermal conductive aluminum block has release paper on both sides, which needs to be removed before installation. 10.Replace the top cover and original screws. B.3 5G Module 1. Remove 8 screws from chassis.
  • Page 49 MXA-200 2. Remove the top cover 3. Remove four antenna covers.
  • Page 50 4. Install the RF Cables. Thread the SMA connector through the antenna hole. 5. Insert the washer and install the hex nut (torque value = 6-8kgf.cm). 6. Install the 5G module and secure with a hex standoff (torque value = 4-5kgf.cm).
  • Page 51 MXA-200 7. Attach the RF cable connectors to the module. 8. RF Cable routing.
  • Page 52 9. Install the thermal conductive aluminum block and tighten the M2.5 screw and two M3 screws (torque value = 3.5-4kgf.cm). The thermal conductive aluminum block has release paper on both sides, which needs to be removed before installation. 10.Replace the top cover and original screws.

  • Page 53: Important Safety Instructions

    MXA-200 Important Safety Instructions For user safety, please read and follow all instructions, Warnings, Cautions, and Notes marked in this manual and on the associated device before handling/operating the device, to avoid injury or damage. Read these safety instructions carefully.
  • Page 54 A Lithium-type battery may be provided for uninterrupted  backup or emergency power. Risk of explosion if battery is replaced with one of an incorrect type; please dispose of used batteries appropriately. Risque d’explosion si la pile est remplacée par une autre de CAUTION: type incorrect.

  • Page 55: Consignes De Sécurité Importantes

    MXA-200 Consignes de Sécurité Importantes Pour la sécurité de l'utilisateur, veuillez lire et suivre toutes les instructions, avertissements, mises en garde et notes marqués dans ce manuel et sur l'appareil associé avant de manipuler/ d'utiliser l'appareil, afin d'éviter toute blessure ou tout dommage.
  • Page 56 Fixez le cordon d'alimentation (ne placez aucun objet  sur le cordon d'alimentation) Installez/fixez et utilisez l'appareil uniquement sur des  surfaces stables et/ou sur les fixations recommandées Cet appareil est alimenté par un adaptateur ou une  source DC. Veuillez vous assurer que l'adaptateur ou la source DC est relié...
  • Page 57 MXA-200 Il est recommandé d'installer l'appareil uniquement dans  une salle de serveurs ou une salle informatique où l'accès est: Réservé au personnel de service qualifié ou aux utilisa-  teurs familiarisés avec les restrictions appliquées à l'emplacement, aux raisons de ces restrictions et toutes les précautions requises...
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  • Page 59: Getting Service

    6450 Via Del Oro, San Jose, CA 95119-1208, USA Tel: +1-408-360-0200 Toll Free: +1-800-966-5200 (USA only) Fax: +1-408-600-1189 Email: info@adlinktech.com ADLINK Technology (China) Co., Ltd. 300 Fang Chun Rd., Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park Pudong New Area, Shanghai, 201203 China Tel: +86-21-5132-8988 Fax: +86-21-5132-3588 Email: market@adlinktech.com ADLINK Technology GmbH Hans-Thoma-Straße 11...

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