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Lantronix NTC-224 4G LTE Cat 1 industrial router with SMA antenna connectors, DB-9 serial port and green power terminal block.

Lantronix NTC-224-01-01 — North America (AT&T, T-Mobile) 4G LTE Cat 1 IIoT Router

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MPN: NTC-224-01-01

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UPC: 9317773019193

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Key Features

  • 4G LTE Cat 1 on bands B2, B4 and B12 for AT&T and T-Mobile networks in North America
  • 1 x 100Base-T Ethernet plus DB-9 serial port, software selectable between RS232 and RS485/RS422
  • 3 multipurpose I/O pins, dedicated ignition input and Micro USB 2.0 OTG port
  • GNSS with GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo and QZSS
  • IPSec (up to 5 tunnels), OpenVPN, GRE, PPTP and VRRP failover
  • Linux-based Lantronix OS with SDK for custom applications
  • 8-40V DC input, -40°C to +70°C operation, IP41 enclosure; FCC and ISED certificates published
  • Bring serial PLCs, RTUs and meters onto AT&T or T-Mobile LTE with RS232/RS485 and Modbus gateway support
The Lantronix NTC-224 (MPN NTC-224-01-01) is the North American model of the NTC-220 Series, the 4G LTE Category 1 industrial IoT router line formerly sold under NetComm Industrial IoT. Lantronix designates it for AT&T and T-Mobile networks, with LTE bands B2, B4 and B12. Lantronix publishes FCC and ISED certificates for the NTC-224. It is a strong fit for US and Canadian telemetry, fleet and remote-site projects where a low-bandwidth, always-on link matters more than raw speed. Connectivity is designed around field equipment. It has one 100Base-T Ethernet port and a DB-9 serial port that switches in software between 9-wire RS232 and RS485/RS422. The terminal block provides three multipurpose I/O pins covering NAMUR sensor input, 0-30V analogue input, digital input and open collector output, plus a dedicated ignition input. A Micro USB 2.0 OTG port connects local storage. The Modbus TCP/IP gateway supports up to 247 slaves, alongside Modbus RTU/ASCII framing, so existing PLCs and meters can report over LTE. For mobile assets, the router offers: • GNSS covering GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo and QZSS • An 8-40V DC input with ISO7637 vehicle protection • 6W power consumption IPSec (up to 5 tunnels), OpenVPN, GRE and PPTP secure traffic, and VRRP adds router redundancy. Every unit can be managed from headquarters over HTTPS, SSH, SNMP v1/v2/v3, TR-069, LWM2M or SMS. Firmware can be upgraded over the air. The Linux-based Lantronix OS and SDK support custom applications in C, Shell script and LUA. Lantronix provides a product brief, user guide, quick start guide and software developer guide for the series.

Ideal For

  • Fleet, service-vehicle and heavy-equipment telematics on AT&T or T-Mobile
  • Modbus and serial SCADA backhaul for oil and gas, water and utility sites
  • Smart city devices such as kiosks, signage and traffic controllers
  • Security system and access-control connectivity with VPN tunnels
  • Remote monitoring of unattended industrial cabinets

VPN

GreGRE Tunnelling
PptpPPTP Client
IpsecIPSec tunnel termination (up to 5 tunnels)
OpenvpnOpenVPN (Client, Server and P2P)

GNSS

ConstellationsGPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS

General

MPNNTC-224-01-01
UPC9317773019193
BrandLantronix
ModelNTC-224 – North America (AT&T, T-Mobile)
RegionNorth America – AT&T and T-Mobile networks
SeriesNTC-220 Series 4G LTE IIoT Router
Part FeaturesGNSS, SDK Support

Package

Shipping Weight1.25 lb

Cellular

OdometerOdometer reading available via Web-UI, CLI and SDK
LTE BandsLTE Cat-1: B2, B4, B12
Nat DisableNAT Disable for framed route configuration
Packet DataProfile managed packet data connections
LTE Category4G LTE Category 1
SIM SecuritySIM Security Management (PIN configuration, enable and disable)
Band SelectionAutomatic and manual cellular band selection
Operator SelectionAutomatic and manual operator selection
Transparent BridgeTransparent bridge mode using PPPoE to forward the public WAN IP to a downstream device

Enclosure

IP RatingIP41 rated

Interfaces

USB1 x Micro USB 2.0 OTG with 0.5A supply capability
OutputOpen collector output
Serial1 x DB-9 female DCE serial port, 9-wire RS232 or RS485/RS422 (software selectable)
Io Pins3 x Multipurpose I/O pins (terminal block)
Ethernet1 x 100Base-T Ethernet RJ45 port
Namur InputNAMUR (EN 60947-5-6 / IEC 60947-5-6) compatible sensor input
Reset ButtonRecessed reset button: reboot, reboot into recovery mode, reset to factory defaults
Digital InputDigital input (measurement of voltage above/below threshold)
Analogue InputAnalogue 0V to 30V input
Ignition Input1 x Ignition digital input
RS-485 TerminationSoftware controlled termination resistors for RS485

Power Supply

Input Voltage8-40V DC
Terminal BlockField terminable screw-type terminal block included
Power ConnectorPower input via 6-way termination block receptacle
Power Consumption6W
Recommended Supply12V 1.5A DC via terminal block
Vehicle ProtectionVehicle compatible protection on DC input (ISO7637)
Ignition Io ConnectorDedicated ignition input and 3 x I/O on 6-way connector

Environmental

Operating Humidity0% to 95%
Storage Temperature-40°C to +85°C
Operating Temperature-40°C to +70°C

LED Indicators

Leds8 x tri-color LEDs
LED FunctionsPower, Network, GPS/customizable LED and 5 x Signal Strength
Status DisplayShows connection status, connected network type and connection errors

Network Routing

VrrpVRRP for redundant router failover
RoutingStatic Routing, RIP (v1/v2), Port Forwarding and DMZ
DHCP ListDHCP list display in Web-UI
Custom DNSCustom DNS server definitions
DHCP RelayDHCP Relay
DHCP ServerDHCP Server including address reservation by MAC address
Dynamic DNSDynamic DNS
DHCP OptionsAdvanced DHCP options (42 NTP, 66 TFTP, 150, 160)
Modbus FramesModbus RTU/ASCII frames support
Modbus GatewayModbus Server TCP/IP Gateway and Client TCP/IP Agent, up to 247 slaves
Data Stream ManagerData Stream Manager maps input/output ports (Serial, SMS, USB) with per-tunnel translation

Peak Data Speed

EdgeMax 236.8 Kbps (DL) / Max 236.8 Kbps (UL)
GprsMax 85.6 Kbps (DL) / Max 85.6 Kbps (UL)
UmtsMax 384 Kbps (DL) / Max 384 Kbps (UL)
LTE FddMax 10 Mbps (DL) / Max 5 Mbps (UL)
LTE TddMax 8.96 Mbps (DL) / Max 3.1 Mbps (UL)
Speed NotePeak data speeds are model dependent
DC Hspa PlusMax 42 Mbps (DL) / Max 5.76 Mbps (UL)

SIM Card Reader

SIM Slots1 x SIM card slot
SIM FormatMini USIM/SIM format (2FF)
Soldered SIMOptional soldered-down SIM (ETSI MFF2 DFN-8 USIM)

Antenna Connectors

GPS Connector1 x SMA connector for GPS
Cellular Connectors2 x SMA for 4G/3G/2G (1 x Main, 1 x RX Diversity)

Firmware Management

Multiple ImagesMultiple firmware images stored with dynamic install
Upgrade MethodsLocal via LAN or Over-The-Air (HTTPS, SNMP, TR-069, LWM2M)
Sms Triggered UpgradeSMS-triggered firmware download and install from HTTPS

Processor And Storage

Ram256 MB RAM
Flash512 MB flash storage
Processor1 GHz ARM Cortex A8

Antenna Specifications

VSWRVSWR < 3.0:1
Height201 mm
Maximum Gain4.71 dBi (NANT-00001) / 3.24 dBi (NANT-00006)
Frequency Range698-2700 MHz
Radome Diameter17 mm

Sms Diagnostics Control

CommandsExecute commands via SMS
SecuritySecure SMS management with sender whitelisting and passwords
Status QueryQuery status via SMS
AcknowledgementsSMS acknowledgement replies
Remote ConfigurationConfigure device remotely via SMS

Software Development Kit

APIAPI to internal Runtime Database for monitoring, configuration and control
LanguagesANSI C, Shell script and LUA
EnvironmentOpen Linux standard development environment
Package ManagerPackage manager built into Web-UI
Custom ApplicationsDevelop and install custom software applications

Dimensions Weight Mounting

Weight221 g (254 g with bracket)
Dimensions143 mm (L) x 107 mm (W) x 34 mm (D), excluding antenna
Wall MountWall mount in multiple orientations
DIN Rail MountDIN rail mount via included plastic bracket (TH 35 IEC60715)

Administration Configuration

CLISSH Command Line Interface
NTPNTP server support for system clock sync
SNMPSNMP v1/v2/v3 with cellular MIB, config and firmware download
Tr 069TR-069 Client for configuration, backup/restore and firmware upgrade
Web UiSecure web-based UI (HTTPS)
Sms ClientSMS Client with inbox and outbox
System LogsSystem Status and Security Logs
Config BackupPassword-protected configuration backup/restore and device cloning
Ping WatchdogPing monitor watchdog (resets connection on repeated ping failure)
Diagnostic LogsDiagnostic Log Viewer (remote and local)
Onboard User GuideDevice User Guide stored on the device

Documentation Certifications

DocumentsNTC-220 Series Product Brief, User Guide, Quick Start Guide and Software Developer Guide
CertificationsFCC and ISED certificates (NTC-224), CB certificate, RoHS and REACH

Frequently Asked Questions

Which carriers is the NTC-224 intended for?▾

Lantronix designates the NTC-224 as its North America variant for AT&T and T-Mobile networks. It supports LTE Cat 1 bands B2, B4 and B12. For Verizon, the NTC-225 is the matching model.

How fast is LTE Cat 1?▾

On LTE FDD, peak speeds are up to 10 Mbps downlink and 5 Mbps uplink. That comfortably handles telemetry, SCADA, alarm and management traffic.

How many Ethernet ports does it have?▾

It has one 100Base-T Ethernet RJ45 port. It also has a DB-9 serial port (RS232 or RS485/RS422), a Micro USB 2.0 OTG port, three multipurpose I/O pins and an ignition input.

Can it be managed remotely?▾

Yes. It supports HTTPS web management, SSH CLI, SNMP v1/v2/v3, TR-069 and LWM2M. It can also be queried, configured and commanded by SMS, and firmware can be upgraded over the air.

How is it powered and mounted?▾

It runs on 8-40V DC through a 6-way terminal block and draws 6W, with a 12V 1.5A supply recommended. It mounts on a wall or on a TH 35 DIN rail using the included bracket.