User Manual
User Manual of Wirnet iFemtoCell
1 Normal conditions of use
The Wirnet iFemtoCell is an indoor LoRa Nano Gateway for IoT chain. It is based on LoRa® technology provided by Semtech Company, it is
compatible and interoperable with existing LoRa LPWAN.
The Wirnet iFemtoCell is declined into three versions to cover different countries and areas around the world:
Wirnet iFemtoCell 868MHz Wirnet iFemtoCell 915MHz Wirnet iFemtoCell 923MHz
Europe, Russia
Geographical area
ISM band 863 - 876 MHz 902 - 928 MHz 915 - 928 MHz
Downstream bandwidth
(Tx of the Wirnet iFemtoCell)
Upstream bandwidth
(Rx of the Wirnet iFemtoCell)
Certifications EN 300 220
Please check the appropriate version for the dedicated country. Contact your reseller if required.
The present document addresses all the above Wirnet iFemtoCell versions.
Africa
Middle East, India
863 - 873MHz 902 - 928 MHz 915 - 928 MHz
863 - 873 MHz 902 - 928 MHz 915 - 928 MHz
North America
Central America
South America with the exception
of Brazil
FCC and IC
CB scheme for: Mexico,
Argentina, Chile, Bolivia,
Colombia, Venezuela, Uruguay,
Peru, Ecuador
Asia: Indonesia, Malaysia, Korea, Japan,
Taiwan, Hong Kong, Thailand, Vietnam,
Papua New Guinea, Singapore, Philippines
Oceania: Australia, New Zealand
Brazil
FCC and EN 300 220
CB scheme for: Japan, Korea, Australia,
Singapore, Indonesia, New-Zealand, Brazil
2 Description of features
Here are the main functionalities of the Wirnet iFemtoCell:
LongRange support:
o Incorporate LoRa (TM) bidirectional communications technology:
868MHz version RX: 863- 873MHz , TX: 863-873MHz (according to HW capabilities)
915MHz version 902-928 MHz ISM band-hybrid mode (according to HW capabilities)
923MHz version RX: 915-928 MHz, TX: 915-928MHz (according to HW capabilities)
o 49 LoRa demodulators over 9 channels + 1 x GFSK
Embedded, remote and open low power communication station
Open development framework based on standard Linux OS
Internet connectivity over Wi-Fi, Ethernet or 3G/4G (with optional USB dongle)
USB host interface allowing local software upgrade with USB mass-storage key
3 Safety
3.1 Warnings in this manual
Warnings provide important safety informations.
Warnings must be read before any action is taken that poses risks to persons or equipment.
Refers to a critical situation.
In case of non-compliance, it may result in property damage.
Refers to useful information during manipulations.
3.2 Safety instructions
Please read this user manual carefully.
It is an integral part of the described equipment and it must be available at all times.
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• Only use the Wirnet iFemtoCell for its intended use, see chapter 1 "Normal conditions of use".
• Only use the Wirnet iFemtoCell in the normal operating conditions described in chapter 10 "Technical characteristics".
• Maintenance and repair must be carried out by qualified personnel authorized by the manufacturer.
• The enclosure of the Wirnet iFemtoCell must not be opened by customer.
• The Wirnet iFemtoCell should only be used with accessories or spare parts supplied by your reseller.
4 Overview of Wirnet iFemtoCell
User Manual
Nomenclature:
N° Components N° Components
1 Wirnet iFemtoCell 9 SMA connector for LoRa antenna
2 Silkscreened KERLINK marking 10 Silkscreened Wi-Fi (WPS) marking
3 Jack connector (for power supply) 11 Wi-Fi (WPS) push button
4 USB connector 12 Silkscreened Reset marking
5 RJ45 connector (Ethernet) 13 Reset push button
6 3 bicolor LEDs 14
7 Wall mounting oblong holes 15 AC power supply
8 Sticker with markings 16 User manual (this document)
LoRa antenna (862-873MHz , 902-928MHZ,
3dBi, 50Ω; vertical polarization)
5 Markings
5.1 Markings on sticker
Symbol Description Symbol Description
Wirnet iFemtoCell Type of equipment
Power supply informations or
other marking
QR code
CE marking indicating that the product complies with current
European directives, or other marking depending on the country
(EU version used here as example non contractual view)
Board ID Serial number of board
Final product ID Serial number of product
MAC ADDR MAC address
Marking indicating that the product complies with RoHS directives
Do not dispose of with domestic waste
Product must be installed on a non-flammable substrate (UL 94V0)
Refer to the installation instructions before powering up
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5.2 Markings on packaging
Symbol Description Symbol Description
User Manual
Wirnet iFemtoCell Type of equipment
Final product ID Serial number of product or
other marking
Packaging ID Identifier of packaging
Software version Version of embedded software
MAC ADDR MAC address
QR code
CE marking indicating that the product complies with current
European directives, or other marking depending on the country
Marking indicating that the product complies with RoHS directives
Do not dispose of with domestic waste
Product must be installed on a non-flammable substrate (UL 94V0)
Refer to the installation instructions before powering up
6 Installation of Wirnet iFemtoCell
6.1 Mounting of the enclosure
The Wirnet iFemtoCell may be mounted on a wall using the two oblong holes.
Only two screws (not included) are needed, all mounting informations are mentioned on the following drawing:
The Wirnet iFemtoCell enclosure must be mounted on any concrete pedestal,
concrete wall or any non-flammable surface (UL94-V0).
It must not be mounted on a flammable surface.
6.2 Setting connections
When the Wirnet iFemtoCell is installed, three configurations are possible regarding the technology used to access Internet:
Ethernet connection, requiring an Ethernet access through a dedicated RJ45 cable
Wi-Fi connection, requiring a Wi-Fi access point
3G/4G connection via USB dongle (optional) and an USIM subscription (not included)
The three configurations may be used in parallel. A typical example is the possibility to insure Ethernet backup by a 3G/4G link.
The required connections needed to operate the Wirnet iFemtoCell are listed below (see chapter 4 “Overview” for details of connectors):
Power supply
Ethernet cable (not included)
LoRa antenna
USB mass-storage key (not included)
3G/4G USB dongle (optional) and an USIM subscription (not included)
Before setting all connections, ensure that the power supply is not connected to the
mains supply.
The Ethernet cable is not provided and must consist of two RJ45 T 568A (or 568B) plugs on each side.
KERLINK recommends using a cable with the following characteristics:
• Category: 6A
• Shielding: STP (U/FTP) or SSTP (S/FTP)
• Section conductors: AWG26
• External jacket: LSZH or PUR
• Maximum length: 100 meters
• Operating temperature range:-20°C to +55°C
In case of 3G/4G connection with USB dongle:
• KERLINK recommends using a validated USB dongle (contact your reseller to have the list of validated USB dongles).
Alternative dongle may require additional drivers and firmware update to be used.
• To optimize the radio performances, when possible, KERLINK strongly recommends dissociating the 3G/4G USB dongle
away from the enclosure and the LoRa antenna by using a 1 meter extension cable.
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