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Summary of Contents for Multitech rCell 300 Series
- Page 1 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Customer-Provided DC Power Cable ............................21 Sample Power Measurements..............................22 Cellular Radio....................................... 23 Radio-Conducted Transmit Power ............................23 Antenna Information....................................23 Cellular Antenna....................................23 Wi-Fi Antenna ...................................... 25 GNSS Antenna..................................... 26 rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... - Page 4 EU WEEE Directive .................................... 39 EU RoHS 3 Directive ..................................39 EU REACH-SVHC Statement ..............................39 Accessories ................................. 40 Warranty ..................................41 Contact Information..............................41 Related Documents ..............................41 Revision History................................42 rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0...
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Page 5: About The Rcell 300
ABOUT THE RCELL 300 1 About the rCell 300 The rCell 300 Series router, also known as the rCell 300, is both an industrial router and a specialized network device designed to connect internet-of-things (IoT) devices to the internet. The rCell 300... - Page 6 Power supply with stripped wires Cellular (LTE) antenna Wi-Fi antenna GPS antenna Ethernet CAT5e cable, 6 ft Quick-start guide (not shown) Registration card (not shown) ______________ 1 Option based on configuration rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0...
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Page 7: Rcell 300 Ordering Options
Wi-Fi antenna, GPS antenna, and other accessories are available for all ordering options. See Accessories. Required Tools 2.0 mm slotted screwdriver 2.5 mm slotted screwdriver #1 Phillips screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... -
Page 8: Safety Instructions
Do not expose the device to water, rain, or other liquids. It is not waterproof. Exposure to liquids could result in damage to the device. Using accessories, such as antennas, that MultiTech has not authorized or that are not compliant with the device accessory specifications may invalidate the warranty. -
Page 9: Customer-Provided Power Supply And Power Cable
à un réseau de télécommunication public ni utilisés à l'extérieur du bâtiment ou du campus. Customer-Provided Power Supply and Power Cable MultiTech warranty/UL Certification does not apply or extend to the device’s safety certification of voltages outside the certified range. Optional power supply operating temperature and installation location determines the maximum operation temperature of the device. -
Page 10: Interference With Pacemakers And Other Medical Devices
To avoid such problems, use qualified personnel to install the device. The installer should verify that the vehicle electronics are protected from interference. Using an alert device to operate a vehicle’s lights or horn is not permitted on public roads. rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... - Page 11 UL evaluated this device for use in ordinary locations only. UL did not evaluate this device for installation in a vehicle or other outdoor locations. UL certification does not apply or extend to use in vehicles or outdoor applications. rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0...
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Page 12: Specifications
3 This current rating is driven by the Safety Standards. 1 A is the maximum current draw over the entire voltage range. This rating includes 20% margin under full load conditions. Actual power consumption varies with the input voltage selected. rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... - Page 13 2 years, https://www.multitech.com/warranty/ ______________ 4 Operating temperatures vary based on the power supply: MultiTech-provided power supply: UL listed at 40 °C (limited by power supply) Customer-provided DC power cable: UL listed at 75 °C (see Customer-Provided DC Power Cable requirements)
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Page 14: Device Dimensions
SPECIFICATIONS Device Dimensions rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... -
Page 15: Rcell 300 Serial Label
RP-SMA(F) GROUND Connection to earth ground SIM1, SIM2 Receptacles for SIM card(s); Micro SIM (3FF) 1.8 V and 3 V (under SIM door) RESET Reset button; see Reset the Device rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... -
Page 16: Leds
Solid yellow when powered on and rebooting or booting up Solid green when powered on and running normally Ethernet LEDs The ETH0/LAN and ETH1/WAN connectors each have the same two LEDs. rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... -
Page 17: Serial And Digital Io Interfaces
Main GND; connected internally to Digital Main GND; connected internally to Digital Transmit data Input Ready to send Input Receive data Output Clear to send Output Data carrier detect Output Data terminal ready Input rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... -
Page 18: Serial Port Electrical Specifications
305 m/1,000 ft (120 W termination enabled) Baud rate (maximum) 921,600 bps ______________ 6 The absolute maximum input voltage is ±25 V with series resistance ≥250 W, and ±20 V without series resistance. rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... -
Page 19: Digital Io Interface
The digital output pin can typically sink 500 mA, but it can vary with operating environmental conditions such as temperature. Open Drain Output Below is the digital output equivalent circuit in an open-drain configuration driving an external digital input. rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... -
Page 20: Power Supply Requirements
A customer-provided power supply must meet the following requirements: Listed ITE safety certified Rated for use at 5000 m Marked LPS 9–36 VDC; rated for the range, or within the range rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... -
Page 21: Customer-Provided Dc Power Cable
A customer-provided DC power cable must meet the following requirements: UL or other safety-recognized wire (AVLV2 or ZJCZ) VW-1, FT1, FT2, SPT-1 or better 36 V or better 18 AWG or better 80 °C or better rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... -
Page 22: Sample Power Measurements
The measurements below are based on a specific configuration. Power consumption varies with operating environmental conditions such as temperature and strength of cellular and Wi-Fi signals. MultiTech recommends incorporating a 10% buffer into your power source when determining product load. -
Page 23: Cellular Radio
Select an antenna based on your product and application. Typically, both antennas are the same and either can be the main receive antenna. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. The antenna selected must meet the requirements for FCC/IC Compliance. rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... -
Page 24: Antenna Specifications
Linear Placing External Antennas The antenna placement strongly affects the device's overall performance. MultiTech recommends that each cellular dipole antenna be tilted 45° from vertical and away from each other. However, the optimal placement can vary with the specific requirements of the application and the operating environment. -
Page 25: Wi-Fi Antenna
The following Wi-Fi antenna is approved for use with the rCell 300: Manufacturer 2J Antennas USA Manufacturer Model 2JW1102-C943B Number Antenna Type 2.4 GHz/5.0 GHz dipole antenna For the MultiTech ordering part number, see Accessories. For more information on FCC compliance, see Regulatory Information. Antenna Specifications Category Description Frequency Range 2.4/5.0/6.0 GHz... -
Page 26: Gnss Antenna
The following GPS antenna is provided for use with the rCell 300: Manufacturer Trimble Manufacturer Model 66800-52 Number Antenna Type GPS Active Antenna with low-noise amplifier For the MultiTech ordering part number, see Accessories. Antenna Specifications Category Description Connector SMA(M) Frequency range 1,575.42 MHz ± 1.023 MHz Impedance... -
Page 27: Before Installation
Reinstall the SIM card cover. Add the Device to Your Cloud Account Prerequisite: You must have a MultiTech Cloud Service Platform Account. To create an account, go to https://cloud.multitech.com. The rCell 300 device can be added via QR code or manually. - Page 28 Using the three screws provided, attach the DIN rail clip to either the front or side of the device bracket as shown below. Mounting accessories are available separately. For details, go to www.multitech.com or contact your MultiTech sales representative. For MultiTech ordering part numbers, see Accessories. rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0...
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Page 29: Ground The Device
BEFORE INSTALLATION Ground the Device MultiTech recommends grounding the rCell 300 chassis to an earth ground. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the ground screw. Attach the grounding lug of the grounding cable (cable not provided). Replace the ground screw to secure the grounding wire. -
Page 30: Installation
Connect the power supply to a power source. The POWER LED turns solid green when the device is ready for use. The proper polarity is shown below. Note: The customer should take steps to prevent any potential reverse polarity connections. rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... - Page 31 When you log in for the first time, the device is in commissioning mode, which requires you to set up a username and password for an administrator user account. Enter and submit your desired username and password. rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0...
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Page 32: Operation
The device restarts in commissioning mode. The system automatically removes all user accounts. Enter a new username and password to create your new administrative account. See User Accounts in the appropriate software guide for details on username and password requirements. rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... -
Page 33: Maintenance
Verizon’s requirements, you must ensure that all Verizon lines or SIMs for devices are set up only via Verizon Thingspace. Thingspace has options for performing FOTA as needed. Additional radio FOTA support will be available in the future via a Cloud-based management system from MultiTech. rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide... -
Page 34: Troubleshooting
Power cycle or reset the device. If these troubleshooting steps fail to correct the problem, consider resetting the device to its factory default settings. See Reset the Device. rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... - Page 35 TROUBLESHOOTING If you are unable to resolve the issue, contact MultiTech or your cellular provider for technical support. rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0...
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Page 36: Disposal
For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product. July, 2005 rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... -
Page 37: Regulatory Information
20 cm (portable operation) would require recertification. Wireless devices could generate radiation. Other nearby electronic devices, like microwave ovens, may also generate additional radiation to the user, causing a higher level of RF exposure. rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... -
Page 38: Industry Canada Class B Notice
Council Directive 2014/53/EU on radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity. 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 downloaded at https://multitech.com/product-support/. -
Page 39: Environmental Notices
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 40: Accessories
Wi-Fi Antenna ANWBT3-1HRA Australia Wi-Fi/BT antenna, 2.4 GHz/5.0 GHz Canada 1-pack European Union ANWBT3-10HRA Wi-Fi/BT antenna, 2.4 GHz/5.0 GHz United Kingdom 10-pack United States ANWBT3-50HRA Wi-Fi/BT antenna, 2.4 GHz/5.0 GHz 50-pack rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0... -
Page 41: Warranty
European Union United Kingdom WALL-MOUNT-1 Wall mounting kit United States Includes device bracket and screws 1-pack Warranty To read the warranty statement for your product, go to https://www.multitech.com/warranty. Contact Information General Information info@multitech.com https://multitech.com/contact-us/ Sales +1 (763) 785-3500 sales@multitech.com Technical Support Portal +1 (763) 717-5863 https://support.multitech.com... -
Page 42: Revision History
API Developer Guide Use the API interface to manage configurations, poll statistics, and issue commands. Go to www.multitech.net/developer/software/mtr- software/mtr-api-reference/. Revision History Revision Number Description Revision Date Original publication. February 2025 rCell 300 Series Router MTR3-L4G2D Hardware Guide S000827 Rev. 1.0...
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