E210 Series Cellular Router User Guide Part Number PMD-00017 Revision B February 2021
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Contents 1 Safety Precautions 4 2 About this Guide 5 3 E210 Series Compatible Models 6 4 Product Features 7 1.1 1.2 1.3 2.1 2.2 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.
1 Safety Precautions 1.1 General Precautions The router generates radio frequency (RF) power. When using the router, care must be taken to ensure safety as well as compliance with all the regulations that surround the use of RF equipment.
2: About this Guide 2 About this Guide 2.1 Purpose and Audience This guide provides the information needed to install the Lantronix E210 series cellular router. It covers hardware features, installation instructions, and network IP configuration information. This document does not cover how to configure your E210 series cellular router. The information in this document assumes that the reader has working knowledge of networking (Ethernet, LAN), routing, LTE, and GNSS concepts and terminology. 2.
3: E210 Series Compatible Models 3 E210 Series Compatible Models MODEL GEOGRAPHICAL AREA(S) / CELLULAR NAME OPERATOR TYPE 1 E215 EMEA; South-East Asia; South Asia E213 World BANDS 3G ζ1 LTE-M1 5 MODE(S) 1 8/1 12a/28/13/20/27/26b/8/3c/66d/25e/1 Australia & New Zealand; Thailand; 28/5/8/3 Malaysia E214 FALLBACK 2 EMEA; Asia Pacific BANDS 2G λ1 2 CERTIFICATIONS 3 LOCATION CONSIDERATION EN300328 | ETA, TEC 8/3 2G 5/8/3/2 3G ζ2 RCM; 3G ; 2G LTE cat.
4: Product Features 4 Product Features 4.1 General Specification Component Specification Casing Brushed aluminium alloy Dimensions 92.5 x 57.2 x 22.5 mm (without connectors) Weight 150 g (approx.) Operating temperature -20 °C ~ +60 °C; up to 95 % R.H. Storage temperature -40 °C ~ +85 °C; up to 95 % R.H. Flash memory (SPI) 32 MB RAM (DDR2 SD-RAM): 128 MB Ethernet 10/100BASE-T Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g//n 2.4 GHz GPS IZat™ gen. 8C gpsOne Table 4-1: General Specification 4.
4: Product Features Device State 8V 12V 32V Stand-by (WLAN, LAN, Wi-Fi, RS-232 & TF card disconnected, cellular module idle) 195 135 51 Stand-by (WLAN, LAN, Wi-Fi, RS-232 & TF card connected, cellular module idle) 290 203 82 W-CDMA in communication mode (Tx max.) 650 445 170 LTE in communication mode (Tx max.
4: Product Features 4.3 Back Panel Connections Figure 4-1: Back Panel Connections Note: 1 Wi-Fi antenna, RP SMA connector 2 Cellular diversity antenna, SMA connector 3 GPS antenna, SMA connector 4 Cellular main antenna, SMA connector 5 MicroSD-XD card slot 6 Dual SIM slots, Left: SIM2, Right: SIM1 Depending on the device model, the number of antenna connectors may vary.
4: Product Features 4.4 Front Panel Connections Figure 4-2: Front Panel Connections DC Power 4-pin Microfit 3.0 connector Top L/R: 8V ~ 32Vdc Bottom L/R: Two digital I/Os 1 Digital Input: 0~1Vdc as low 1~36Vdc as high Digital Output: Open collector, 100 mA@24Vdc max RS-232 2 1. DCD 2. Rx 3. Tx 4. DTR 5. Ground 6. DSR 7. RTS 8. CTS 9. RI Ethernet ports 3 Left: LAN Right: WAN or set as 2nd LAN Reset button – Reset the router back to default settings.
4: Product Features 4.5 LED Status Indicators The E210 operation status is indicated by seven LEDs as shown in the figure and table below.
5: Installation 5 Installation 5.1 Package Contents • • E210 Series Cellular Router E210 Series Quick Start Guide 5.2 User Supplied Items • • • • • • SIM cards (activated by mobile network operator) Power supply and adapters Wi-Fi antenna Cellular/GPS antenna Ethernet CAT5 cable to connect the router to the network DIN rail clip Please see Accessories for compatible Lantronix cables, adapters, and antennas. 5.
5: Installation Lantronix Part # KDC44 E210 Model all models Description POWER CABLE, 1-METER, 4-PIN MICRO FIT 3.0 CONNECTOR, 2.4A FUSE, W/ RED/BLACK/BLUE/WHITE CABLES Note: KDC44 has two more stripped wires for I/Os Wi-Fi Antenna A21H0 all models (GW.71.5153) DUAL-BAND 2.4/5.
5: Installation 5.5 Preparing to Install Before installation, please gather the router, documentation, and user-supplied items as needed for your installation. • One or two activated SIM cards, provided by your mobile network operator • Ethernet CAT5 cable for LAN network connection • Wi-Fi and cellular antennas • Power supply, cable, and adapters • Personal computer (see below) See Accessories for compatible Lantronix cables, adapters, and antennas.
5: Installation 5.6 Connecting the E210 Router The steps for connecting the E210 router are: 1. Insert the SIM cards. 2. Connect the cellular and Wi-Fi antennas. 3. Connect the AC power. 4. Connect the router to a computer. 5. Run Quick Setup to configure network settings . 5.6.1 Insert SIM Cards To insert the SIM card: 1. Eject the SIM tray by pushing the yellow eject button inwards. 2. Pull the SIM tray out from the slot. 3. Place the mini-SIM card on the tray with SIM chip facing up. 4.
5: Installation 5.6.2 Connect the Antennas The table shows the cellular/GPS main and auxiliary antenna options and the cellular/GPS/Wi-Fi antenna connections on the different E210 series models. Model E213 E215 E214 E218 E214G Cellular Main Cellular Auxiliary Cellular only N/A Cellular only Cellular only Cellular only GPS and cellular Antenna connections Table 5-2: Antenna Options for E210 Series To connect the Wi-Fi/cellular/GPS antenna: 1.
5: Installation 5.6.3 Connect the AC Power To connect the AC power: 1. Connect the AC power to the DC in connector, then connect the Micro-Fit connector to the power input, located on the front panel of the Lantronix Router. 2. Plug the AC cord into a standard AC receptacle as shown below. For connection details, refer to Section 4.4, Front Panel Connections. The power LED will light when power is applied. Figure 5-3: Connecting the AC Power 5.6.
5: Installation Figure 5-4: Web Admin Login Page 3. Log in to the Web Admin console. If the installed ePack firmware is version 2.4.4 and higher, the default factory passwords are: User Default Password admin admin root L@ntr0n1x For password change requirements and for older firmware versions, please see Default Configuration for Web Admin Page. We recommend that you set a unique, strong password for the router and store the password in a secure location. 4.
5: Installation 2. Open the browser to 192.168.1.1. The Web Admin Console log in page is displayed. Figure 5-6: Web Admin Login Page 3. Log in to the Web Admin console. If the installed ePack firmware is version 2.4.4 and higher, the default factory passwords are: User Default Password admin admin root L@ntr0n1x For password change requirements and for older firmware versions, please see Default Configuration for Web Admin Page.
5: Installation Figure 5-7: Quick Setup 2. Modify the LAN, WAN, Cellular, and Wi-Fi network settings as necessary. 3. Click Save & Apply to store the configuration. Notes: • In Cellular, all fields such as APN depend on SIM cards provider/cellular network operator, enquire with them for authentication credentials if needed. • After storing the network configuration, the cellular connection should be established within one minute, provided there is adequate signal reception (if the default setting is used.
5: Installation 5.6.6 Default Configuration All usernames and passwords are case sensitive. 5.6.6.1 Default Configuration for Web Admin Page If the installed ePack firmware is version 2.4.4 and higher, the default factory passwords are: User Default Password admin admin root L@ntr0n1x Table 5-3: Default Web Admin Page Credentials Note: • ePack firmware versions 2.4.4 and above require you to change the factory default passwords before any other router configuration can be done.
5: Installation 5.6.7 SNAP CAP™ RS-485 SNAP CAP™ RS-485 connects to the E210 series router's RS-232 port and converts it to half-duplex or full-duplex RS-485 port. The duplex setting is configured by a switch on the side of the SNAP CAP RS-485. The port parameters are configured in the software (ePack). Please consult the SNAP CAP™ RS-485 Datasheet for more details.
FCCIC statement Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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.
FCCIC statement Industry Canada statement This device complies with ISED’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’ ISED applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
