Campbell Scientific CELL210 Specifications

PRODUCT

By using Campbell Scientific’s external line of cellular modules,
system integrators, OEMs, and large end users can avoid costly,
time-consuming maintenance visits to remote devices around
the world.

The CELL200 series of external cellular modules are 4G LTE
cellular devices that provide serial or CS I/O connectivity to a
number of cellular networks, including Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile
USA, Rogers, Bell, Telstra, and Telus. The networking and carrier
used by the CELL200 series is determined by the model used
and the SIM card inserted into the device.

The CELL210 has very low power consumption when
compared to other cellular modems: 14 mA at idle, 25 mA
when active, and 300 µA when in low power mode.

When coupled with Campbell Scientific data services, these
devices are ready for you to use out of the box. There is no

Includes everything needed for use with a Campbell
Scientific data logger or smart sensor

Low power consumption for solar-powered sites
Easy integration, setup, and installation
No moving parts and low maintenance

4G LTE CAT1 Cellular Module for Verizon

CELL210

Simple to Use,
Easy to
Maintain

Low-power option for Verizon
service

Overview

Benefits and Features

need for you to work with cellular carriers for provisioning and
experience the accompanying hassle.

The CELL210 is part of the CELL200 series of modems that
includes:

CELL205 for use with AT&T

CELL210 for use with Verizon

CELL215 for use in EMEA countries
CELL220 for use in Australia
CELL225 for use in Japan

Note: The CELL210 does not ship with a SIM card unless the
cellular modem was provisioned with/for Campbell Scientific
cellular data services; the SIM card is provided by the carrier
when signing up for service. For more information, visit the

Cellular Data Services page.

Compatible with modern Campbell Scientific data loggers
Compatible with Edlog-era data loggers in serial server mode
4G LTE networking
Ready for out-of-the-box use with Campbell Scientific data

services

For comprehensive details, visit: www.campbellsci.com/cell210

Detailed Description

The CELL210 is an industrial 4G LTE cellular module. It requires
at least one micro-SIM 3FF card (for six position/contacts
interface) supplied by your cellular carrier and a suitable 12 or
24 Vdc nominal power source. The CELL210 has an RS-232
serial port and a CS I/O port that can be used for serial server,
serial client, and PPP host services. These ports are commonly
connected to a data logger RS-232 serial or CS I/O port. The
CELL210 has two antenna connectors to be used for primary
and diversity antennas, although the unit can operate with
only the primary cellular antenna connected.

Internet Connectivity

The CELL210 provides Internet connectivity to any Campbell
Scientific data logger located within range of a compatible
cellular network. Armed with Internet connectivity, a data
logger can remotely connect to Campbell Scientific software
on a PC, mobile device, and the cloud. The CELL210 can also
enable many data loggers to communicate using other
Internet protocols, such as Modbus, DNP3, email, and web
(HTTP).

Device Intelligence

The CELL210 provides highly reliable connectivity and remote
device management independent of the device it is connected
to. The numerous embedded services include IP serial server
and client.

Establishing Cellular Service

Campbell Scientific offers low-cost cellular data service plans
for the CELL210. Our data service plans include Verizon in the
United States and AT&T in North America (US, Mexico, Canada),
as well as international access to over 600 carriers in 185
countries. The Konect routing service is included to assure a
secure connection with Campbell Scientific data logger
support software.

Configuring the CELL210

The CELL210 is configured using a web-based configuration
tool hosted by the cellular module. It can be accessed using

Transmission Distance or
Area

Dependent upon antenna used
and LTE, WCDMA, GSM EDGE, and
GSM GPRS coverage.

Certifications IC (Industry Canada)

10224A-201611EC21A

Host Interface RS-232 serial port, DB9 female

CS I/O communications port,
DB9 male

Internet Explorer or Firefox remotely over the cellular WAN
(when in serial server mode) or via USB.
The CELL210 can also be configured directly from the data
logger when used in PPP mode (default mode) using the

Device Configuration Utility or CRBasic instructions.

Data Logger Connection

Data loggers can be connected in a variety of ways to suit the
needs of the application. Common methods include the use of
serial or CS I/O cables.

Powering the CELL210

Compared to many other industrial cellular modules, the
CELL210 has extremely low power consumption. The average
current consumption at 12 Vdc is approximately 14 mA when
idle, depending on its configuration. Additionally, the CELL210
can be turned on and off easily using a data logger SW12V port
or the IPNetPower() instruction (PPP mode for the CR1000X,
CR300, and CR6 only). When using the SW12V terminal, the
modem can typically be powered with a BP12 battery, a CH150

charging regulator, and an SP10 solar panel.

Antennas

Campbell Scientific offers three antennas for the CELL210. Our
4G/3G/2G 0 dBd cellular dipole whip antenna (pn 32256)
connects directly to the CELL210 (no cable required) and can
transmit short distances. Our higher gain omnidirectional (pn

18285) and Yagi (pn 31128) antennas require a cable to

connect them to the CELL210. The COAXSMA-L cable connects
the antennas directly to the CELL210 cellular antenna
connector. The COAXNTN-L cable and a surge protector (pn

31317) are used when the CELL210 is susceptible to lightning

or electrostatic buildup or for long cable runs.

Sample Programs

View this sample program for how to use some of the
terminal commands with CELL2XX modules.

To use the SetSettings functionality with the CR300, CR310,
CR6, and CR1000X dataloggers, view this sample program.

Specifications

USB version 2.0 with micro-B
connector

RF Connectors 2 SMA antenna connectors

(primary and diversity)

Operating Temperature
Range

For comprehensive details, visit: www.campbellsci.com/cell210

-40° to +80°C