Robustel R1511 Hardware Manual

Overview

The Robustel R1511 industrial-grade cellular VPN wireless router supports GSM 2G network, WCDMA 3G network, and LTE 4G network to provide high-speed wireless network bandwidth for devices through wireless connection.

Package Checklist

Before commencing installation, ensure your package has the following components:

• Device: Image of the Robustel R1511 router.
• 2-PIN Terminal Block: Image of a 2-pin terminal block connector.
• 3-PIN Terminal Block: Image of a 3-pin terminal block connector.
• Wi-Fi Antenna: Image of a small, whip-style Wi-Fi antenna.
• Cellular Antenna: Image of a longer, whip-style cellular antenna.
• SIM Card Sticker: Image of a sticker labeled 'SIM'.
• Power Supply (Optional): Image of a power adapter with a barrel connector and a regional plug.
• Mounting Kit (Optional): Image of a mounting bracket and screws.

Note: The accessories could be different on specific order.

Panel Layout (May Vary on Difference Models)

Side View: Side view of the R1511 router, showing the SIM card holder cover and Ethernet ports.

Front View: Front view of the R1511 router, displaying Power Input, RS485, LED Indicator, SIM card holder cover, Ethernet ports (ETH0, ETH1), and various status LEDs (RUN, MDM, RXD, GND, TXD, USR, WLAN).

Back View: Back view of the R1511 router, showing antenna connectors (WiFi Antenna, AUX/ANT1 Antenna, MAIN/ANTO Antenna) and control buttons (Reset Button).

Interface Descriptions

PIN Description

Diagram showing the pin assignments for the terminal block connector: Pin 1 (V+), Pin 2 (V-), Pin 3 (RXD/B), Pin 4 (GND), Pin 5 (TXD/A). A note indicates the input voltage is 9 to 36V DC (Without ignition sensing).

LED Indicator

Note: You can choose the display type of USR LED. For more details, please refer to RT123_SM_RobustOS Software Manual, Services > Advanced > System >System Settings > User LED Type.

Reset Button and Ethernet Ports

Reset Button

Note: For more details, please refer to RT123_SM_RobustOS Software Manual, 2.3 Factory Reset.

Ethernet Ports

There are two Ethernet ports on R1511, including ETH0 (WAN/LAN), and ETH1. Each has two LED indicators. The green one is a link indicator, but the yellow one doesn't mean anything (always off).

Hardware Installation

SIM Card Installation

Insert the SIM cards into the device, then stick the sticker. Illustration showing how to insert SIM cards into the device and apply the SIM sticker.

Antenna Installation

Rotate the antenna into the antenna connector accordingly. Illustration showing how to screw antennas into their respective connectors on the router.

Terminal Block Installation

Insert the 2PIN, 3PIN terminal blocks into the interfaces connector. Illustration showing the insertion of 2-pin and 3-pin terminal blocks into the router's interface connector.

Mounting Kit Installation

Wall mounting

Diagram illustrating the steps for wall mounting the router using the provided mounting kit, including drilling and securing the bracket.

DIN rail mounting

Diagram illustrating the steps for mounting the router onto a DIN rail using the provided mounting kit.

Connect the Router to a Computer

Connect a standard Ethernet cable to the port marked ETH0~ETH1 at the front of the R1511 Router, and connect the other end of the cable to your computer. Diagram showing an Ethernet cable connecting from the router's ETH0/ETH1 port to a computer's Ethernet port.

Power Supply Installation

There are two cables associated with the power adapter. Following the color of the head, connect the cable marked red to the positive pole through a terminal block, and connect the yellow one to the negative in the same way.

Note: The range of power voltage is 9 to 36V DC.

Login to the Device

Step 1: Connect to PC

Connect the router's Ethernet port to a PC with a standard Ethernet cable.

Step 2: Configure PC IP Address

Before logging in, manually configure the PC with a static IP address on the same subnet as the gateway address. Click and configure "Use the following IP address". Screenshot of the 'Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties' window, showing manual IP address configuration with IP address: 192.168.0.2, Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0, and Default gateway: 192.168.0.1.

Step 3: Access Web Interface

To enter the gateway's web interface, type http://192.168.0.1 into the URL field of your Internet browser.

Step 4: Authentication

Use login information shown in the product label when prompted for authentication.

Step 5: System Information and Configuration

After logging in, the home page of the web interface is displayed, then you can view system information and perform configuration on the device. Screenshot of the Robustel router's web interface, displaying 'System Information' with details like Device Model, Firmware Version, Serial Number, and system status.

Step 6: APN Settings

The automatic APN selection is ON by default. If you need to specify your own APN, please go to the menu Interface->Link Manager->Link Setting->WWAN Settings to finish the specific setting. Screenshot of the 'WWAN Settings' page within the router's web interface, showing options for Automatic APN Selection, APN, Username, Password, and other cellular network settings.

Step 7: Further Details

For more configuration details, please refer to RT123_SM_RobustOS Software Manual.

Regulatory and Type Approval Information

Table 1: Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements with Defined Concentration Limits

o: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit requirement in RoHS2.0.

X: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials for this part might exceed the limit requirement in RoHS2.0.

‐: Indicates that it does not contain the toxic or hazardous substance.

Radio Specifications for Europe

* May vary on different models.

FCC & IC Compliance

Caution: The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's licence-exempt RSS(s) and Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference. (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

L'émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) L'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage; (2) L'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Note: 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC & IC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC and Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Déclaration d'IC sur l'exposition aux radiations: Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux radiations définies par le Canada pour des environnements non contrôlés. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé à une distance minimum de 20 cm entre l'antenne et votre corps. Cet émetteur ne doit pas être installé au même endroit ni utilisé avec une autre antenne ou un autre émetteur.

Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity

We, Guangzhou Robustel Co., Ltd. are located at 501, Building #2, 63 Yongan Road, Huangpu District, Guangzhou, China, declare that this radio equipment complies with all applicable EU directives. The full text of the EU DoC is available at the following internet address: www.robustel.com/certifications/

Safety Information

General

• The router generates radio frequency (RF) power. When using the router, care must be taken on safety issues related to RF interference as well as regulations of RF equipment.
• Do not use your router in aircraft, hospitals, petrol stations or in places where using cellular products is prohibited.
• Be sure that the router will not be interfering with nearby equipment. For example: pacemakers or medical equipment. The antenna of the router should be away from computers, office equipment, home appliance, etc.
• An external antenna must be connected to the router for proper operation. Only uses approved antenna with the router. Please contact authorized distributor on finding an approved antenna.

RF Exposure

• This device meets the official requirements for exposure to radio waves. This device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by authorized agencies.
• The device must be used with a minimum separation of 20 cm from a person's body to ensure compliance with RF exposure guidelines. Failure to observe these instructions could result in your RF exposure exceeding the applicable limits.

Note: Some airlines may permit the use of cellular phones while the aircraft is on the ground and the door is open. Router may be used at this time.

The symbol ♻️ indicates that the product should not be mixed with general household waste but must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.

The symbol [CE mark] indicates that the product meets the requirements of the applicable EU directives.

The symbol [UKCA mark] indicates that the product meets the requirements of the relevant UK legislation.

Related Download Link

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Technical Support

Tel: +86-20-82321505

Email: support@robustel.com

Web: www.robustel.com

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