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Overview
The RV50 is an industrial 4G LTE cellular gateway that provides serial and Ethernet connectivity to numerous cellular networks. (The RV50 automatically falls back to 3G or 2G when 4G coverage is not available.) The RV50 is capable of LTE, CDMA/EV-DO, and GSM/GPRS/EDGE/WCDMA networking and is carrier-approved worldwide for Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile USA, Rogers, Bell, Telus, and other cellular data carriers. The networking and carrier used by the RV50 are determined by the active SIM card(s) inserted into the device.
Note: The RV50 does not ship with a SIM card unless the cellular modem was provisioned with/for Cellular Data Services; the SIM card is provided by the carrier when signing up for service.
Read MoreBenefits and Features
- Easily provides Internet connectivity to Campbell Scientific data loggers and peripherals anywhere there is cellular network coverage
- Very low power consumption when compared to other industrial cellular gateways
- Compatible with most Campbell Scientific data loggers
- 4G LTE networking with automatic fallback to 3G and 2G
- Works with many cellular network carriers
- Ready to use out of the box—no need to work with a cellular carrier for modem provisioning and data plans when coupled with Campbell Scientific Data Services
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Technical Description
The RV50 is an industrial 4G LTE cellular gateway. It requires at least one mini-SIM (2FF) card supplied by your cellular carrier and a suitable 12 or 24 Vdc nominal power source. The RV50 has an RS-232 serial port that can be used for serial server, serial client, and PPP host services. This port is commonly connected to a data logger RS-232 serial port. Additionally, it has an Ethernet port, as well as a host of Ethernet and IP services related to routing, port forwarding, VPN, and more. The RV50 has three antenna connectors to be used for primary and diversity antennas and GPS, although the unit can operate with only the primary cellular antenna connected.
Internet Connectivity
The RV50 provides Internet connectivity to any Campbell Scientific data loggers 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 RV50 can also enable many data loggers to communicate using other Internet protocols, such as Modbus, DNP3, email, and web (HTTP).
Device Intelligence
The RV50 is powered by the Sierra Wireless ALEOS embedded operating system. This allows the RV50 to provide 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, local PPP host, dynamic DNS client, routing, VPN, and more.
Establishing Cellular Service
Campbell Scientific offers low-cost, cellular data service plans for the RV50. 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 Router Service is included to assure a secure connection with Campbell Scientific data logger support software.
Configuring the RV50
The RV50 is configured using ACEManager, a web-based configuration tool hosted by the gateway. ACEManager can be accessed using Internet Explorer or Firefox remotely over the cellular WAN or locally over Ethernet. A number of templates will be provided for download to make most configurations very simple after connection to ACEManager.
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 Ethernet peripherals. The 28899 Ethernet cable is shipped with the RV50 for connecting Ethernet devices.
Powering the RV50
Compared to many other industrial cellular gateways, the RV50 has a very low power consumption. The average current consumption at 12 Vdc is about 65 to 95 mA when idle, depending on its configuration. Additionally, the RV50 can be turned on and off easily using a data logger C, U, or SW12V port. When using the SW12V terminal, the modem can typically be powered with a BP12 battery, a CH150 charger/regulator, and a SP10 solar panel.
Antennas
Campbell Scientific offers two antennas for the RV50. Our higher gain omnidirectional (pn 32262) and Yagi (pn 31128) antennas require a cable to connect them to the RV50. The COAXSMA-L cable connects the antennas directly to the RV50 cellular antenna connector. The COAXNTN-L cable and a surge protector (pn 31317) are used when the RV50 is susceptible to lightning or electrostatic buildup or for long cable runs. Two external antennas are required for reliable 4G LTE communications.
Specifications
| Transmission Distance or Area | Dependent upon antenna used and LTE, CDMA/EV-DO, GSM/GRPRS/EDGE, and WCDMA coverage. |
| Network Technology | 4G (with automatic fallback to 3G and 2G) |
| RF Connectors | 3 female SMA jacks (for primary cellular and optional diversity cellular and GPS) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -30° to +70°C |
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| Service Requirements | Network coverage at the data logger site and cellular data service plan. |
| Dimensions | 11.9 x 9.4 x 3.4 cm (4.69 x 3.7 x 1.34 in.) |
| Weight | 320 g (11.3 oz) |
Cellular WAN - North American Model (-NA) |
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| Carrier Approval | Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile USA, Rogers, Bell, Telus |
| LTE | 1900(B2), AWS(B4), 850(B5), 700(B13), 700(B17), 1900(B25) |
| WCDMA | 2100(B1), 1900(B2), AWS(B4), 850(B5), 900(B8) |
| EV-DO/CDMA | 800(BC0), 1900(BC1), 1700(BC10) |
| GSM/GPRS/EDGE | Quad-band |
| Industry Approvals | FCC, IC, PTCRB |
| Radio Type | Software-defined (with automatic network operator switching) |
| Interfaces | Dual SIM interfaces |
Cellular WAN - International Model (-INT) |
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| LTE | 2100(B1), 1800(B3), 2600(B7), 900(B8), 800(B20) |
| WCDMA | 2100(B1), 1900(B2), 850(B5), 900(B8) |
| GSM/GPRS/EDGE | Quad-band |
| Industry Approvals | CE, RCM, GCF, R&TTE |
| Radio Type | Software-defined (with automatic network operator switching) |
| Interfaces | Dual SIM Interfaces (2FF) |
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| Operating Voltage | 7 to 36 Vdc |
| Typical Enable/Ignition Sense Low | 1 mA (@ 12 Vdc) |
| Typical Idle | 65 to 95 mA (@ 12 Vdc, depending on configuration) |
| Typical Active | 250 to 300 mA (@ 12 Vdc, depending on configuration) |
Compatibility
Establishing Cellular Service
Ask your cellular provider for an M2M (machine-to-machine) account sales expert for the purpose of setting up either a publicly available static or dynamic IP account. You will need the sales expert to provide a mini-SIM card provisioned for your account.
Configuring the Modem
The RV50 is configured using ACEManager, a web-based configuration tool hosted by the gateway. ACEManager can be accessed using Internet Explorer or Firefox remotely over the cellular WAN or locally over Ethernet. A number of templates will be provided via download to make most configurations very simple after connecting to ACEManager.
Data Logger Consideration
The RV50 will connect to any Campbell Scientific devices that have an RS-232 serial or Ethernet port. Over the years, Campbell Scientific has created many serial and Ethernet products compatible with the RV50. In the following chart are product pairings that Campbell Scientific currently recommends:
| Data Logger | Connecting to RV50 RS-232, choose one | Connecting to RV50 Ethernet, choose one |
| CR300 |
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| CR310 |
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| CR6 and CR1000X |
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| CR200(X) Series |
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| CR800 and CR850 |
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| CR1000 and CR3000 |
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| CR5000 |
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| CR510 and CR10X |
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| CR510-PB and CR10X-PB |
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| CR23X |
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| CR23X-PB |
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Related Documents
Downloads
RV50(X) Firmware v.4.16.0.021 (46.3 MB) 20-12-2022
Currently this is the recommended RV50(X) firmware for use in Campbell Scientific applications. It is recommended that RV50(X) modems running older versions be updated.
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