IoT LTE Modem PRO4

Sealable, cellular modem for smart metering, remote access of utility meters, PLCs and industrial devices with transparent IEC communication

Wireless router
Wireless modem
4G LTE access
Energy metering
4G LTE / LTE450
4G LTE / LTE 450
RS232/RS485
RS232/RS485
MBus connection
RS232/RS485
DIN mount
DIN rail

 

Last Updated on 2025-10-29

Read consumption data from up to 31 utility meters with a single modem! This device is equipped with RS232 and RS485 interfaces allowing to connect multiple devices through its RS485 bus system.

The compatibility with the IEC 61107 smart meter protocols allows communications with PLCs and other industrial devices.

The enclosure was designed with industrial applications in mind: the communication ports, connectors, SIM card holder, can all be protected under the sealable terminal cover, casing supports DIN-rail mount or 3-point mounting.

 

Quick Specifications — M2M PRO4 MODEM
Device type Smart metering and industrial cellular router, data concentrator
Primary use case Smart metering (AMI/AMR), Smart Grid, Industrial Automation, Building Automation, Substation Management, Data Acquiring
Cellular & RF Access Technology LTE Cat.4 / 3G / 2G
Protocols IEC, TCP, Modbus TCP/RTU, DHCP, DynDNS, SFTP, NTP, SNTP, HTTPS, SSHv2, IPv4, IPv6, IP Route, IP passthrough
Interfaces, Physical Connectors RS232, RS485, micro-USB
Power & Environment AC or DC power supply between -40 Celsius and +75 Celsius degree, IP51 protection
Approvals & Certifications CE, RoHS, ReD DA
Firmware OpenWRT operation system
Configuration LuCi web GUI interface (via local or TCP), UCI
Device Management Device Manager software (Remote provisioning, firmware update, bulk config)
Security AES-256, TR-069, IPSec, OpenVPN

The device can be supplied from AC mains or USB port (DC). The modem is supplied with an embedded, Linux-based OpenWrt® system, which is configurable on the local interface. The modem has remote access, maintenance features.

 

Main features

  • LTE Cat.4 / 3G /2G modules (order options)
  • RS232 / RS485 port (RJ45)
  • RS232 / RS485 port (terminal block)
  • AC power
  • IEC 61107 meter protocol compatibility
  • Transparent data transmission (for HES connection, data sending)
  • OpenWRT system, web configuration
  • SSHv2 access, UCI command line
  • Supercapacitor (against power outages)
  • TR-069 remote management protocol support
  • Safety, networking and management protocols
  • Remote firmware updates, configuration

 

Application & Use Cases

 

Industries

    Design and outfit

    • IP51 protected enclosure, fit to DIN-rail or 3-point mounting
    • Communication ports, connectors, SIM card holder, all can be protected by the sealable terminal cover
    • RS232, RS485 ports (RJ45 / terminal block) – for up to 31 meter connections
    • 100-230V AC power connector
    • micro-USB port (for configuration, alternative 5V DC power source)

     

    Meter connection / Data exchange

    • Meter reading: compatibility with any IEC 61107 protocol compatible utility meters
    • The modem is configured for transparent communication by default, but it is also suitable for independent data collection and periodical data upload (OpenWRT / cron.d)
    • Readout cycle is configurable on the local web interface (hourly, daily, weekly, etc)

     

    OpenWRT® system

    • Configuration on web interface – through USB connection (OpenWrt®, LuCi®) with SSHv2 access, UCI command line
    • Supported protocols: TCP/IP, DHCP, ser2net, FTP, NTP time synchronisation, VPN, Firewall

     

    Security / Management

    • Diagnostic, monitoring of operation, modem event logging
    • TR-069 protocol support (remote management / configuration / updates / reboot)
    • Supercapacitor option (orderable, against power outages)

     

    Accessories (order options)

    • LTE antenna
    • DC power cable (USB)
    • RS232/RJ45 cable (RJ45 outfit, optional)
    • Device Manager® software

     

    Technical data

    M2M PRO4 MODEM

    Datasheet

    Updated: 2022-11-11


    Installation Guide

    Updated: 2022-12-05

    User Manual

    Updated: 2022-12-05

    UCI Command Line Reference

    Updated: 2020-11-13

    EasyCwmp Command Line Reference

    Updated: 2020-11-13

    License Notice – GNU General Public

    Updated: 2020-11-13


    Firmware (2023-02-02)

    Updated: 2023-02-02

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