PROSCEND M357-5G Industrial Cellular Router Installation Guide
- June 1, 2024
- PROSCEND
Table of Contents
PROSCEND M357-5G Industrial Cellular Router
Specifications
- Product Name: M357-5G Industrial Cellular Router
- Version: 1.01
- Power Input Voltage Range: 10-24 VDC (terminal block), 12 VDC, 2A (DC jack)
- Networking Ports: Four LAN ports, one WAN port
- Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz/5GHz (Wi-Fi edition only)
- Indicators: LED indicators for LAN ports, WAN ports, SIM cards, and signal strength
Product Usage Instructions
- Before handling the SIM and SD cards, ensure the power is off or disconnected.
- Use a screwdriver to remove the protective cover and insert the SIM and SD cards with the cut-off edge to the left (right).
- Press the cards lightly to lock them into place.
- To remove the cards, lightly press them again for them to pop out.
FAQ
- Q: How can I check if my SIM card is properly inserted?
- A: Ensure that the cut-off edge of the SIM card aligns correctly and lightly press it into place until it locks in the slot.
- Q: What should I do if the LED indicators show an error reading for SIM1?
- A: Try removing and reinserting the SIM card, ensuring it is inserted properly with the contacts making good connection.
M357-5G Industrial Cellular Router Quick Installation Guide
Install the SIM Card
- STEP 1: Before inserting or removing the SIM and SD cards, ensure that the power has been turned off, or the power connector has been removed from the M357-5G Cellular Router.
- STEP 2: Using a screwdriver to remove the metal protective cover first, insert the SIM and SD cards into the card slots. The cut-off edge of the SD and SIM1 cards (SIM 2) is to the left (right).
- STEP 3: Push the SIM and SD cards and lightly press them to lock into the slot.
- STEP 4: Remove the SIM and SD cards, lightly press them and they will pop out of the slot.
NOTE
- Please use the industrial SIM and SD cards operating from -40°C to +105°C to ensure proper cellular router operation.
- SIM loose contacts: adding a layer of tape behind the SIM might increase contact pressure for better attachment.
LED Indicators
- The following table explains the LED indicators on the front panel.
NOTE
” * ” Applicable for Wi-Fi edition only.
WPS and Reset Button
WPS/RESET
| Function | Operation |
|---|---|
| *WPS Processing | TBD |
| Reset | Press the button for less than 5 seconds. |
| Reset to the default setting | Press the button for more than 5 seconds. |
NOTE
” * ” Applicable for Wi-Fi edition only.
Connecting I/O Ports
There are four terminals on the terminal block with two terminals used for
digital input and two terminals used for digital output.
| Pin | Description |
|---|---|
| DI + | Digital Input |
DI –
DO +| Digital Output
DO –
- DI: Low (+0 to +3V)/High (+8 to +40V)
- DO: Open Collect (maximum 30V/300mA)
LED Indicators of Ethernet Port
There are two LED indicators for each of the four LAN ports and one WAN port.
| LED | Blinking | On | Off |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5G | Data Transmitting | 2.5G LINK UP | LINK DOWN |
| 1G | Data Transmitting | 1G LINK UP | LINK DOWN |
| 10/100M | Data Transmitting | 10/100M LINK UP | LINK DOWN |
RS-232 and RS-485 pinouts
RS-232
| Pin | Signal | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| TX | Transmit Data | Output |
| RX | Receive Data | Input |
| G | Signal Ground | – |
RS-485
| Pin | Description |
|---|---|
| D + | Serial Port, Data+ (A) wire |
| D – | Serial Port, Data- (B) wire |
| G | Signal Ground |
DIP Switch
DIP
Switch
| ****
Mode
| ****
ON
| ****
OFF
---|---|---|---
1| BS−| Enabled (D−) 1K ohm Pull Low| Disabled (D−) Pull Low
2| BS+| Enabled (D+) 1K ohm Pull High| Disabled (D+) Pull High
3
| ****
TRM
| Enabled 120-ohm Termination
between (D+) and (D−)
| ****
Disabled Termination
NOTE
- (D+), (D−) stands for RS-485 pinouts.
- BS−, BS+ must be in the same ON/OFF position.
Connecting the Power Supply
Powering the M 357 5G Cellular Router is by either a terminal block or a DC jack
-
+, pin s of the terminal block (PW1, PW2) on the right panel. The power input voltage range is 10~24 VDC
-
One DC Jack is on the fro nt panel.
-
The power input voltage is 12 VDC, 2A
Antenna Installation
- Three SMA connectors were placed on the right panel for connecting to external 5G antennas
- ANT2: for 5G Transmit and Receive.
- ANT1 and ANT5: for optional 5G Receive for better downstream speed.
- Two SMA and two RP SMA connectors placed on the left panel are for connecting to external 5G, GPS and Wi-Fi
- ANT6: for 5G Transmit and Receive.
- ANT7: for GPS.
*ANT3 and ANT4: for Wi-Fi.
NOTE: Applicable for Wi-Fi edition only.
DIN-rail Mounting
STEP 1:
Use the screws to install the DIN rail kit to attach at the rear side of the
device
NOTE:
Three screw types are flat head M3 x 5 mm.
STEP 2:
Hook the unit onto the DIN rail.
STEP 3:
Push the bottom of the unit towards the DIN rail until it locks in place
Wall Mounting
STEP
1 At the bottom side of the device, use two screws to install each bracket.
NOTE:
Each screw type is flat head M3 x 4 mm.
STEP 2:
Use the screws to attach the bracket of the device for wall mounting.
NOTE
These screws are not included in the package. The head of each screw is less
than 7 mm in diameter, the shaft is less than 3 mm in diameter, and the length
is less than 10 mm in diameter.
Setup
- Access the Web Configurator
- Type the default URL http://192.168.1.1 in your web browser.
- In the login page, enter the default username root and the default password 2wsx#EDC and then click the Login button.
- Change the Password
Go to the System-> Administration and enter the desired New Password and then click the Save button.
NOTE
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