Advantech SmartFlex SR304 User manual

LTE Industrial Router
SmartFlex SR304
USER MANUAL

SmartFlex SR304
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Danger – Information regarding user safety or potential damage to the router.
Attention – Problems that can arise in specific situations.
Information, notice – Useful tips or information of special interest.
Advantech Czech s.r.o., Sokolska 71, 562 04 Usti nad Orlici, Czech Republic
Document No. MAN-0037-EN, revision from June 8, 2023. Released in the Czech Republic.
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Contents
1 Safety Instructions 2
2 WEEE directive 3
3 Router Description 4
3.1 Usage of the Router ................................. 5
4 Contents of Package 8
5 Router Design 9
5.1 Router versions .................................... 9
5.2 Product Revisions .................................. 11
5.3 Delivery identification ................................ 11
5.4 Order codes ...................................... 12
5.5 Basic dimensions of the router box ......................... 14
5.6 Mounting Recommendations ............................ 14
5.7 Removal from the DIN rail .............................. 15
5.8 Description of the rear panel ............................. 16
5.9 Description of the front panel ............................ 16
5.9.1 Status indication ............................... 17
5.9.2 Power connector PWR ............................ 18
5.9.3 Antenna connector ANT, DIV, GPS and WiFi ............... 20
5.9.4 SIM card reader ............................... 21
5.9.5 MicroSD card reader ............................. 22
5.9.6 Ethernet Ports (ETH0 and ETH1) ...................... 24
5.9.7 Power over Ethernet (PoE) ......................... 25
5.9.8 USB Port ................................... 27
5.9.9 I/O Port .................................... 28
5.9.10 Reset ..................................... 30
5.10 Interfaces Description ................................ 31
5.10.1 SWITCH interface .............................. 31
5.10.2 RS232-RS485/422 interface ........................ 32
5.10.3 RS232-RS485-ETH interface ........................ 35
6 First Use 38
6.1 Connecting the router before first use ....................... 38
6.2 Start .......................................... 39
6.3 Configuration ..................................... 39
6.3.1 Configuration by web browser ........................ 39
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7 Technical Parameters 41
7.1 Basic parameters ................................... 41
7.2 Standards and Regulations ............................. 42
7.3 Type tests and environmental conditions ...................... 43
7.4 Technical parameters of Cellular Module ...................... 44
7.5 Parameters of GNSS ................................. 45
7.6 Technical parameters of WiFi ............................ 45
7.7 Technical parameters of I/O port .......................... 46
7.8 Technical Parameters of Power over Ethernet (PoE) ............... 46
7.9 Other Technical Parameters ............................. 47
8 Related Documents 48
9 Troubleshooting 49
9.1 FAQ .......................................... 49
10 Customer Support 52
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List of Figures
1 Access to the Internet from LAN .......................... 5
2 Backed up access to the Internet .......................... 6
3 Using VPN tunnel .................................. 6
4 Serial Gateway .................................... 7
5 Contents of package ................................. 8
6 Basic version (plastic) ................................ 9
7 Basic version with WiFi (plastic) ........................... 9
8 Basic version (metal) ................................. 9
9 Basic version with WiFi (metal) ........................... 9
10 Version SWITCH (plastic) .............................. 10
11 Version SWITCH and WiFi (plastic) ......................... 10
12 Version RS232-RS485 (plastic) ........................... 10
13 Ver. RS232-RS485 & WiFi (plastic) ......................... 10
14 Version RS232-RS485-ETH (plastic) ........................ 10
15 Version SWITCH (metal) ............................... 10
16 Version SWITCH and WiFi (metal) ......................... 10
17 Version RS232-RS485 (metal) ........................... 10
18 Version RS232-RS485 & WiFi (metal) ....................... 10
19 Version RS232-RS485-ETH (metal) ........................ 10
20 RS232-RS485-ETH & WiFi (plastic) ........................ 11
21 RS232-RS485-ETH & WiFi (metal) ......................... 11
22 Label examples .................................... 11
23 Basic dimensions of the router box ......................... 14
24 Default position of plastic and metal DIN rail clip ................. 15
25 Removal from the DIN rail .............................. 15
26 SmartFlex front panel ................................ 16
27 Power connector ................................... 18
28 Connection of power supply ............................. 18
29 Connecting the antenna ............................... 20
30 SIM cards ....................................... 21
31 MicroSD card ..................................... 22
32 Ethernet connector .................................. 24
33 Connection of Ethernet cable ............................ 24
34 PoE PD usage .................................... 25
35 PoE PSE usage ................................... 26
36 USB connector .................................... 27
37 I/O connector ..................................... 28
38 Binary connection .................................. 29
39 Router reset ...................................... 30
40 Version with SWITCH board ............................. 31
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41 Version with RS232-RS485/422 interface ..................... 32
42 RS232 connector ................................... 33
43 RS485/422 connector ................................ 33
44 Connection of jumpers ................................ 34
45 Version with RS232-RS485-ETH interface ..................... 35
46 Ethernet connector .................................. 35
47 RS485 connector ................................... 36
48 RS232 connector ................................... 36
49 Router connection .................................. 38
50 Entering the IP address of the router ........................ 39
51 Entering login information .............................. 40
52 Router web interface ................................. 40
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List of Tables
1 Router versions .................................... 9
2 HW Revisions History ................................ 11
3 Delivery identification ................................ 11
4 Order codes overview ................................ 12
5 Power over Ethernet ................................. 12
6 Type of router box .................................. 13
7 Type of power supply ................................. 13
8 Examples of order code ............................... 13
9 Front panel description ................................ 16
10 LED status indication ................................. 17
11 Connection of power connector ........................... 18
12 Technical specifications of microSD card ...................... 22
13 Ethernet connector pinout .............................. 24
14 Insulation strength of Ethernet ports ........................ 24
15 Connection of USB connector ............................ 27
16 Connection of I/O port ................................ 28
17 Characteristics of inputs ............................... 28
18 Description of router reset and restart ....................... 30
19 State indication of the SWITCH interface ...................... 31
20 SWITCH interface parameters ............................ 32
21 Connection of RS232 connector .......................... 32
22 Connection of RS485 connector .......................... 33
23 Connection of RS422 connector .......................... 33
24 Technical specification of RS232 and RS485 ................... 34
25 Connections of the Ethernet Connector ...................... 35
26 Connections of Terminal Block Connector RS485 ................. 36
27 Connections of Terminal Block Connector RS232 ................. 36
28 State indication of the RS232-RS485-ETH interface ............... 37
29 Technical specification of RS232, RS485 and Ethernet .............. 37
30 Basic parameters ................................... 41
31 Standards and Regulations ............................. 42
32 Type tests and environmental conditions ...................... 43
33 Technical parameters of cellular module ...................... 44
34 Technical parameters of GNSS ........................... 45
35 Technical parameters of WiFi ............................ 45
36 Characteristics of inputs ............................... 46
37 PoE PD: parameters for opposite PSE ....................... 46
38 PoE PSE parameters ................................ 46
39 Other technical parameters ............................. 47
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1. Safety Instructions
Please, observe the following instructions:
• The router must be used in compliance with all applicable international and national laws
and in compliance with any special restrictions regulating the utilization of the router in
prescribed applications and environments.
• To prevent possible injury and damage to appliances and to ensure compliance with
all relevant provisions, use only the original accessories. Unauthorized modifications or
the use of unapproved accessories may result in damage to the router and / or a breach
of applicable regulations. Unauthorized modifications or use of unapproved accessories
may void the warranty.
• The router can not be opened.
• Turn off the router and disconnect it from power supply before handling the SIM card.
•Caution! This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to
be present. The SIM card could be swallowed by small children.
• Power supply must not exceed 60 V DC max.
• Do not expose the router to extreme ambient conditions. Protect the router against dust,
moisture and high temperature.
• Only routers with appropriate certification and labelling should be used in locations where
flammable and explosive materials are present, including gas stations, chemical plants,
or locations in which explosives are used. We remind users of the duty to observe the
restrictions concerning the utilization of radio devices at such places.
• Switch off the router when travelling by plane. Utilization of the router on a plane may
endanger the operation of the plane or interfere with the mobile telephone network, and
may be unlawful. Failure to observe these instructions may result in the suspension or
cancellation of telephone services for the respective client and / or may result in legal
sanctions.
• When using the router in close proximity to personal medical devices, such as cardiac
pacemakers or hearing aids, you must proceed with heightened caution.
• The router may cause interference when used in close proximity to TV sets, radio re-
ceivers or personal computers.
• It is recommended that you create an appropriate copy or backup of all important settings
that are stored in the memory of the device.
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2. Product Disposal Instructions
The WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment: 2012/19/EU) directive was in-
troduced to ensure that electrical/electronic products are recycled using the best available
recovery techniques to minimize the environmental impact. This product contains high quality
materials and components which can be recycled. At the end of it’s life this pro- duct MUST
NOT be mixed with other commercial waste for disposal. The device contains a battery. Re-
move the battery from the device before disposal. The battery in the device needs to be
disposed of apart accordingly. Check the terms and conditions of your supplier for disposal
information.
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