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Configurable 4G LTE Router Eyes Industrial M2M Comm

Feb. 7, 2014
Built for industrial applications, the 4G LTE LR77 v2 cellular router from Conel exploits the fast data-transfer speeds (up to 100-Mbit/s download; 50-Mbit/s upload) of the LTE cellular network.

Built for industrial applications, the 4G LTE LR77 v2 cellular router from Conel exploits the fast data-transfer speeds (up to 100-Mbit/s download; 50-Mbit/s upload) of the LTE cellular network. The router wirelessly connects M2M equipment to the Internet or intranet via several custom-configurable interface options: Port 1 can be 10/100 Ethernet, serial RS-232/-485/-422/MBus, or I/O; port 2 can be serial RS-232/-485/-422/MBus or I/O. An optional port-expansion board makes it possible to add three 10/100 Ethernet ports. In addition to an Ethernet 10/100 port, one USB host port, one digital I/O port, and one SIM card come standard  A dual SIM card option provides redundancy if one network fails, and enables users to proactively manage data-plan expenses between wireless carriers. Four different profiles/configurations can be created in one router. Thus, users can switch between operating profiles, either remotely via SMS or locally via I/O, to perform tasks such as diagnostics or alternative network configurations. DIN-rail mounts, automatic firmware updates allowing for simultaneous mass configuration of many routers, and an operating temperature range of ‒30 to 60°C suit the router for harsh environments.

CONEL (a subsidiary of B&B ELECTRONICS LTD.)

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