Campbell Scientific CELL220 Product information

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 Verizion, AT&T, T­Mobile 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 CELL220 has very low power consumption when
compared to other cellular modems: 14 mA at idle, 39 mA
when active, and 300µA when in low power mode.

The CELL220 is compatible with standard data SIMs – no
additional services such as VPNs or special APNs are required

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
Functionality is fully integrated with data logger when

used with modern data loggers (CR300, CR1000X, CR6,
GRANITE series)

4G LTE CAT1 Cellular Module for Australia

CELL220

Simple to Use,
Easy to
Maintain

Low-power option for use in
Australia

Overview

Benefits and Features

for remote access thanks to the complimentary Konect
Pakbus Router service.

The CELL220 is currently available as an IP-only modem. SMS
functionality will be supported in a future operating system
release. All CELL220 units will be field-upgradable with SMS
functionality once this update is released. Cellular network
availability is required for firmware update in the field.

The CELL220 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

Compatible with older data loggers in PPP mode (CR800,
CR1000, CR3000)

Compatible with Edlog-era data loggers in serial server
mode

4G LTE networking (Including LTE Band 28) with 3G
fallback

For comprehensive details, visit: www.campbellsci.com.au/cell220

Detailed Description

The CELL220 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 CELL220
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 CELL220 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 CELL220 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 CELL220 can also
enable many data loggers to communicate using other
Internet protocols, such as FTP, DNP3, email and web (HTTP).

Device Intelligence

The CELL220 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.

Selecting a Data Service

Before installing a data logging system with telemetry, you
willneed a SIM card and data plan.

For most applications, Telstrawill offer the best coverage,
especially in regional areas.Telstra and Optus coverage
maps can be found on eachprovider's respective websites.

The CELL220 will work with standard dataplans. No extra
steps are necessary because of thecomplimentary Konect

Pakbus Router service.

Configuring the CELL220

The CELL220 is configured using a web-based configuration
tool hosted by the cellular module. It can be accessed using
Internet Explorer or Firefox remotely over the cellular WAN
(when in serial server mode) or via USB.
The CELL220 can also be configured directly from the data
logger when used in PPP mode (default mode) using the

Device Configuration Utility or CRBasic instructions.

Certifications IC (Industry Canada)

10224A-201611EC21A

Host Interface CS I/O communications port,

DB9 male
RS-232 serial port, DB9 female

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.Common methods include the
use of serial or CS I/O cables. CS I/O connection powers the
modem and allows connection of two peripherals to one
data logger e.g. a CELL220 and RF412 radio.

Powering the CELL220

Compared to many other industrial cellular modules, the
CELL220 has extremely low power consumption. The
average current consumption at 12 Vdc is approximately 14
mA when idle, depending on its configuration. Additionally,
the CELL220 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 two antenna options for the
CELL220 – an enclosure mounted MIMO antenna and an
external whip antenna.For most applications, the enclosure
mounted ANT-RV50(X)/CELL220-ENC-0.6M is recommended.
This antenna connects directly to the modem.For
applications requiring discrete antennas, a pair of ANT

6.5DB-4GX-N antennas can be used. External antennas
require surge suppression kits, contact Campbell Scientific
for more information.

SMS Functionality (coming soon)

The CELL220 will initially be released without support for
SMS functionality and this feature will be added in a future
operating system release once suitable for Australia’s
demanding SMS applications. When SMS becomes available
in a future operating system version, any purchased CELL220
will be field upgradeable with SMS functionality. Cellular
service and available mobile data is required for over-the-air
operating system updates.

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)

For comprehensive details, visit: www.campbellsci.com.au/cell220