TEKTELIC Communications Kona Macro Gateway - User Manual

TEKTELIC COMMUNICATIONS INC.
Document type:
User Guide
Document number:
T0005158_UG
Document version:
0.6
Document Status:
Approved
Product name:
Kona Macro Gateway
Product codes:
See Table 1
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Summary

Product Description

Overview

The Kona Macro Gateway is an outdoor hardened LoRaWAN IoT gateway supporting the full range of LoRa WAN channels. Features include external LoRa antenna, internal GPS antenna, dual power options (DC or PoE), and dual backhaul options (Ethernet or 3G/4G).

Physical Interfaces

Illustrates the bulkhead layout for the Kona Macro Gateway, detailing connector types and their mating connectors as listed in Table 2.

Specifications

Details key technical specifications of the Kona Macro Gateway, including dimensions, weight, operating environment, power input, consumption, weather tightness, and compliance.

Installation

Safety Precautions

Covers essential safety measures for installing the Kona Macro Gateway, including restricted access, handling hot surfaces, electrical codes, lightning activity, and proper grounding.

Unpacking and Inspection

Provides guidelines for unpacking the Kona Macro Gateway, including inspecting the shipping carton for damage and unpacking in a clean, dry location.

Required Equipment for Installation

Lists the necessary tools and materials for installing the Kona Macro Gateway, such as socket sets, anti-oxidant compound, wire brush, cleaning cloth, and weatherproofing tape.

Kona Macro Gateway Mounting

Details how to mount the Kona Macro Gateway to a vertical pole or wall using the supplied mounting bracket and hardware, ensuring secure attachment.

Ground Cable Installation

Explains the mandatory Protective Earth Ground connection for the Kona Macro Gateway, including preparation of the ground point and attachment of the #10 AWG ground cable.

Direct DC Power Cable Installation

Describes the installation of the direct DC power cable to the gateway's two-pin circular plastic connector (CPC), specifying cable rating and polarity.

RF Cable Installation

Guides the connection of the LoRa RF antenna to the N-Type connector on the gateway, including torque specifications and weatherproofing recommendations.

Copper Ethernet Cable Installation

Outlines the requirements for connecting the Ethernet port for backhaul, including cable specifications and the use of water-tight mating connectors.

Proposition 65 Statement

Provides a warning regarding potential exposure to chemicals, directing users to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov for more information.

Radio Compliance Statements

TEKTELIC Communications Kona Macro Gateway Specifications

General

GPS	Yes
Operating Temperature	-40°C to +60°C
Antenna Connectors	N-type
Ingress Protection	IP67
Device Type	LoRaWAN Gateway
Frequency Bands	AU915
LoRaWAN Version	LoRaWAN 1.0.2
Number of Channels	16
Ethernet	10/100 Base-T Ethernet
Wi-Fi	802.11 b/g/n (optional)
Power Supply	100-240 VAC