IXrouter2

Installation guide

January 2017
Contents

Chapter 1: Overview ..................................................................................................................... 2

1.1 Introduction .................................................................................................................. 2
1.2 Package contents ........................................................................................................... 2
1.3 Hardware overview ....................................................................................................... 3
Chapter 2: Specifications .............................................................................................................. 4
Chapter 3: Installation .................................................................................................................. 6
3.1 Guidelines for installing the IXrouter .............................................................................. 6
3.2 Installation and removal procedures .............................................................................. 6
3.3 Wiring ........................................................................................................................... 8
3.4 Label ............................................................................................................................. 9
Chapter 4: Operation .................................................................................................................. 10
4.1 Configuration .............................................................................................................. 10
4.2 LED indicators .............................................................................................................. 10
4.3 Factory reset ............................................................................................................... 11
4.4 Planned features ......................................................................................................... 11
Chapter 5: Compliance ............................................................................................................... 12
Chapter 6: Technical support ...................................................................................................... 13

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Chapter 1: Overview

1.1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the IXrouter2. The IXrouter is the standard and best supported hardware
for the IXON IXplatform. The IXrouter makes it very convenient to remotely connect to your
equipment. The built-in firewall keeps your equipment safe from outside threats.

The configuration can be easily done by inserting a USB memory stick, which contains your
configuration file, into the IXrouter's USB port. Generate the configuration from the Tools menu in
your IXplatform account.

The device is available in the following variants.

Product name Order code

IXrouter2 Ethernet IX2101
IXrouter2 3G IX2102
IXrouter2 Ethernet 5-ports IX2103
IXrouter2 4G-E (EMEA, Korea, Thailand) IX2105
IXrouter2 4G-A (America) IX2106
IXrouter2 4G-C (China) IX2107

1.2 Package contents

IXON IXrouter2 with Weidmuller BL 5.08/04/180 SN BK BX connector

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1.3 Hardware overview

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Chapter 2: Specifications
IXrouter2 general specifications
Power supply voltage 12-24 VDC +/- 20%
Max input power 15 VA max.
Operating temperature 0°C to +55°C
Relative humidity 10 to 95% non-condensing
Operating altitude Up to maximum 2000m
Storage temperature -20°C to +70°C
Storage humidity 10 to 95% non-condensing
Storage altitude Up to maximum 3000m
Ethernet ports Four 10/100 Mbps (3x LAN, 1x WAN)
USB USB 2.0
Processor MIPS 360 MHz
Digital Input Yes
Degree of protection IP20
Mounting DIN rail
Size 95 x 95 x 28mm (excl. DIN rail clip)
Weight 270 gram (3G variant)
Certification CE
Warranty 2 years

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3G model additional specifications
Protocols and frequencies UMTS/HSPA+ - 800, 850, 900, 1900,2100 MHz
GSM/GPRS/EDGE - 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz
Class 5 bands GPRS/EDGE Class 12
Speed HSPA+ - Max.14.4Mbps (DL)/Max.5.76Mbps (UL)
UMTS - Max.384Kbps (DL)/Max.384Kbps (UL)
EDGE - Max.236.8Kbps (DL)/Max.236.8Kbps (UL)
GPRS - Max.85.6Kbps (DL)/Max.85.6Kbps (UL)
CSD - 14.4Kbps
SIM size Standard SIM (2FF)

4G model additional specifications

4G-E protocols and frequencies FDD-LTE - B1, B3, B5, B7, B8, B20
(EMEA, Korea, Thailand) WCDMA - B1, B5, B8
GSM/GPRS/EDGE - 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz
4G-A protocols and frequencies FDD-LTE - B2, B4, B5, B12, B17
(America) WCDMA - B2, B4, B5
GSM/GPRS/EDGE - 850, 1900 MHz
4G-C protocols and frequencies FDD-LTE - B2, B4, B5, B12, B17
(China) TDD-LTE - B38, B39, B40, B41
TD-SCDMA - B34, B39
WCDMA - B1, B8
GSM/GPRS/EDGE - 900, 1800 MHz
Speed LTE-FDD - Max.100Mbps (DL)/Max.50Mbps (UL)
LTE-TDD - Max.61Mbps (DL)/Max.18Mbps (UL)
DC-HSPA+ - Max.42Mbps (DL)/Max.5.76Mbps (UL)
TD-SCDMA - Max.4.2Mbps (DL)/Max.2.2Mbps (UL)
WCDMA - Max.384Kbps (DL)/Max.384Kbps (UL)
EDGE - Max.236.8Kbps (DL)/Max.236.8Kbps (UL)
GPRS - Max.85.6Kbps (DL)/Max.85.6Kbps (UL)
CSD - 14.4Kbps
SIM size Standard SIM (2FF)

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Chapter 3: Installation

3.1 Guidelines for installing the IXrouter

The IXrouter is designed to be easy to install on a standard DIN rail. The small size of the IXrouter
allows you to make efficient use of space.

Install the IXrouter inside a cabinet

The IXrouter is an open device. It is required that you install the device in a housing, cabinet
or electric control room.

Heat, high voltage and electrical noise

As a general rule for laying out the devices of your system, always separate the devices that generate
high voltage and high electrical noise from the low-voltage, logic-type devices such as the IXrouter.
When configuring the layout of the IXrouter inside your panel, consider the heat-generating devices
and locate the electronic-type devices in the cooler areas of your cabinet. Reducing the exposure to a
high-temperature environment will extend the operating life of any electronic device.
Consider also the routing of the wiring for the devices in the panel. Avoid placing low-voltage signal
wires and communications cables in the same tray with AC power wiring and high-energy, rapidly-
switched DC wiring.

Provide adequate clearance for cooling and wiring

The IXrouter is designed for natural convection cooling. For proper cooling, you must provide a
clearance of at least 25 mm above and below the device. Also, allow at least 25 mm of depth
between the front of the device and the inside of the enclosure.

3.2 Installation and removal procedures

Dimensions (in mm)

Note that the IXrouter2 Ethernet 5-ports (IX2103) had its height increased by 16mm.

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Install and remove from DIN rail
The IXrouter can be easily installed on a standard DIN rail. Hang the device on the rail and push the
unit down until you feel a click. To remove the unit, pull/rotate the device up and off the rail.

Install the SIM card

The SIM card slot suits a standard SIM size (2FF).

Remove power
The SIM card may only be removed or inserted if the IXrouter is de-energized.

To insert, push the SIM card into the slot until you feel a click, this is approximately 1mm inside the
device. Release the card and the card will stay in the device. The end of the SIM card should be
aligned with the outside of the enclosure.

To remove, push the SIM card firmly into the slot until you hear a click. Releasing will then cause the
SIM card to partially eject, allowing you to easily take out the card.

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3.3 Wiring
Proper grounding and wiring of all electrical equipment is important to help ensure the optimum
operation of the IXrouter and to provide additional electrical noise protection for your application.

Power Supply
The IXrouter is supplied with 12 or 24 VDC from an external power source. Be sure you use a safety
Low Power Supply (LPS) in accordance with clause 2.5 of UL/IEC 60950-1 Ed2. Standard: certified for
60°C and for altitudes up to 2000m. The safety LPS power supply is not part of the delivery.

Image below shows the pin-out for the connector.

The IXrouter comes with a female 4-pin plug-in connector with screw connection (type: Weidmuller
BL 5.08/04/180 SN BK BX). The optimal wire diameter is 1.5mm² (22AWG - 12AWG).

Power supply voltage 12-24 VDC +/- 20%

Max input power 10W max
Internal voltage protection 29V max
Input protection Protected against polarity inversion
Isolation 1.5 kV

Digital input
The function of the digital input is configurable via the IXplatform. Instructions can be found here.
The V- from the power supply is used as common ground

Type Optocoupler
DI voltage range 0-29 VDC
DI OFF state voltage range 0-3 VDC
DI ON state voltage range 7-29 VDC
DI ON state current range 2-5 mA (typically)

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Shield
Connect the Shield pin of the IXrouter with the protective earth conductor (PE), min. core diameter
Cu 1.5 mm².

Antenna
The antenna connector is a standard SMA screw connector. Contact your sales agent for optional
external antennas.
 The product complies with the R&TTE directive, the FCC, the IC and Japan regulations related
to the GSM modems.
 Absolute maximum antenna gain as per FCC's rules and regulations, 47 CFR:
o Part 22H : 5.22dBi;
o Part 27 : 3.31dBi;
o Part 24E : 6.45dBi.
 Modifications cannot be made by the user if it influences the normal behavior of the device.
 The user shall be informed about modem identification numbers according to their national
authorities:
This product contains part identified as follows by national authorities:
o FFC ID: XMR201510UC20
o IC ID: 10224A-201510UC20
o GITEKI (MIC) ID: 006-00382
o JATE ID: AD160001007

3.4 Label
The label can be found in the bottom right corner on the left side when facing the front side.

PN Product Name
SN Serial Number
HW/SW Hardware and software version
MAC MAC address of the Ethernet adapter
IMEI IMEI number of the 3G/4G module (3G/4G model only)

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Chapter 4: Operation

4.1 Configuration
The configuration can be easily done by inserting a USB memory stick, which contains your
configuration file, into the IXrouter's USB port. Generate the configuration from the Tools menu in
your IXplatform account.

4.2 LED indicators

Signal led

Color Mode Description

Red Blinking No reception
Red Blinking 2 short pulses PIN invalid, or PUK required
··
Red Constant Bad reception
Purple Constant Medium reception
Blue Constant Good reception
Blue Blinking Initializing

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Status led (ACT)
Long pulses are always prefaced with one short pulse so you know they are long.

Color Mode Description

Red Constant Booting or not registered
Red Blinking 1 short pulse Waiting for internet access
·
Red Blinking 3 short pulses LAN/WAN conflict (see note 1)
···
Red Blinking 3 long pulses The router was removed from the IXplatform (see note 2)
·–––
Red Blinking 4 long pulses The router was already registered to the IXplatform (see note 3)
·––––
Blue Constant VPN connection active
Blue Blinking 1 short pulse Connecting to IXplatform
·
Blue Blinking 2 short pulses Setting up OpenVPN connection
··

Notes:
1. The network range on the LAN side is in conflict with the settings on the WAN side. The router
cannot reliably access the internet because of this. Changing the LAN side IP address generally
resolves the conflict.
2. If you want to access the device again, you will have to reconfigure it via a USB stick.
3. Each device can only be registered to a company once. If you see this status, it means you
registered the router to your company before. You have to delete the device via the IXplatform
before you can register it again.

Ethernet activity LEDs

Color Mode Description

Blue Constant Link up
Blue Blinking Data activity

4.3 Factory reset

The IXrouter can be reset to the factory default settings by pressing and holding the reset button on
top for 10 seconds. Release the button and wait for the IXrouter to restart.

Warning
This action cannot be undone. You'll have to re-register your device on the IXplatform.

4.4 Planned features

The following features are planned for implementation in the (near) future.

Web interface Allows local configuration of the IXrouter

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Chapter 5: Compliance
The IXrouter complies with the CE, R&TTE directives and the FCC regulations related to the wireless
modems. The IXrouter belongs to class A Information Technology Equipment (ITE). In a domestic
environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to
take appropriate measures.

Safety Standards
The IXrouter is in conformity with the following safety standards:
 IEC/EN 60950-1
 UL 60950-1
 CSA-C22.2 No 60950-1-07

FCC Compliance
The IXrouter complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operating is subject to the following two
conditions:
 This device may not cause harmful interference, and
 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

European Directives
The IXrouter is in conformity with the following EC directives:
 RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU
 EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
 R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC (for versions including RF modems). The product conforms to the
corresponding R&TTE articles: RF spectrum efficiency (Art 3.2); EMC (Art. 3.1b); Safety (Art.
3.1a)
 REACH Directive 2006/121/EC
 To comply with R&TTE directive:
o Antenna must be mounted on a grounded plate
o RFI suppressors must be mounted on the power supply cable 3cm from IXrouter's
power supply connector.

Standards Description
EN 55022 (2010) Information Technology Equipment – Radio Disturbance
Characteristics
EN 55024 (2010) Information Technology Equipment – Immunity Characteristics
EN 61000-4-2 Electrostatic Discharge Immunity Test
EN 61000-4-3 Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity test
EN 61000-4-4 Electrical Fast Transient / Burst Immunity Test
EN 61000-4-5 Surge immunity test
EN 61000-4-6 Immunity to conducted disturbances, induced by radio-
frequency fields

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Chapter 6: Technical support
We are happy to help with any issues that may occur and make your experience as pleasant as
possible. Please contact us by filling in the form or start a live chat at www.ixon.co/support. You can
also send an e-mail directly at support@ixon.co. We will process your request as soon as possible.
Additionally, you can contact us by phone at +31 (0)85 744 1105 on working days between 8:00 -
17:00 CET.

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