CX460

High-end telecontrol module with 4G and many interfaces in IP66 housing for use in harsh environments

Perfect for edge computing (local processing and local data logging) with the highest demands on communication, interfaces and computing power. Programmable with IEC 61131-3 and easy connection to all leading cloud platforms.

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High-end IoT Edge Gateway CX460 in IP66 housing

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One device – many functions

4G/LTE mobile
Control (PLC)
GNSS receiver
Data Logger
Fault warning device

The CX460 combines many functions in one device, from an integrated LTE modem (with fallback to UMTS and GPRS) and a programmable controller (PLC) to a professional data logger and fault indicator. Strong in communication thanks to numerous interfaces (e.g. WLAN, Bluetooth, ISM RF, 1-Wire, RS-485…) and protocols and almost unlimited expandability, it is the ideal device for demanding M2M and IoT applications in harsh environments. Thanks to its built-in GNSS receiver it is also suitable for mounting on moving machines. The CX460 can be operated both with 8..36 VDC. and also supplied with 100..260VAC.

Future-proof mobile connectivity

With a multiband LTE Cat. 4 modem, the CX460 has a modern and future-proof mobile radio connection, because LTE will represent the comprehensive backbone of mobile communications in the long term. Automatic fallback to EDGE / GPRS ensures optimal network availability. Voice with IVR (Interactive Voice Response) and DTMF as well as SMS complete the profile. Thanks to support for a large number of frequency bands, the CX460 can be used worldwide.

Performance and security for edge computing

The CX460 is based on a hardened Linux architecture with IEC 61131-3 runtime environment. The Arm®Cortex®– A5 processor with floating point support, DSP functions and cryptographic acceleration offers more than enough power for your edge computing applications. TLS/SSL support for all important TCP based protocols (e.g. MQTT, SMTP, Sockets) with full certificate management effectively protects your communication, e.g. with a cloud.

I/O interfaces for all needs

The CX460 has 5 digital inputs (4 of which can be configured as S0), 4 relay outputs (5A @250VAC), 4 flexibly configurable analog inputs and outputs each. The interface equipment is completely transparently expandable via Modbus modules for the user software and can be extended almost indefinitely.

Versatile communication

In addition to the mobile phone connection, the CX460 has a large number of interfaces: 100 Base-T Ethernet, RS-232, RS-485, 1-Wire, WLAN, Bluetooth LE and USB. For easy use of the interfaces, the development remotion provides support for a variety of protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, SMTP, FTP, MQTT,1-Wire, M-Bus, Modbus (Master and slave).

Sophisticated energy management

A built-in UPS (integrated LiIon battery), low power consumption and five execution speeds with wakeup events from various sources allow safe operation even on switched networks.

Precise positioning

The CX460 has a highly sensitive GNSS receiver with support for GPS, GLONASS and GALILEO (99 acquisition channels / 33 tracking channels) with noise suppression and jamming protection. The support of DGPS (WASS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN) further increases the positioning accuracy. Additional sensors (3-axis acceleration sensor, 3-axis accelerometer and 3-axis compass) complete the equipment, making it an ideal controller for moving machines in harsh environments.

All details

If you need further information: We have compiled the essential technical data and are at your disposal for a consultation by phone or email.

Hardware core

  • Cortex-A5 32Bit ARM
  • HW floating point and DSP
  • 128 MByte LP-DDR RAM
  • 512 MByte NAND Flash
  • 16 MByte NOR Flash
  • 8 MByte DataFlash
  • 128 KB SRAM with battery backup
  • Real-time clock with battery backup

Security

  • Integrated firewall
  • TLS/SLL support with certificate management
  • TLS/SSL support for SMTP, MQTT, FTP, HTTP, Gateway 2 and TCP/IP sockets
  • Hardware-supported cryptography: AES-128, AES-192, AES-256, DES, Triple-DES, HASH, RND and RSA

Memory

  • Persistent DataFlash (data logger)
  • Battery-buffered S-RAM
  • Internal flash drive
  • Circular data logger
  • Micro SD card slot

Mobile

  • Multi-band LTE Cat 4 with fallback to GSM/Edge 900/1800 MHz
  • DTMF Decoder / Transmitter
  • Voice Messages / IVR
  • Mini SIM (1.8 / 3 V)
  • eSIM (option)

GNSS / GPS

  • Multi GNSS: GPS, GLONASS and GALILEO
  • 99 acquisition / 33 tracking channels
  • SBAS (WASS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN)
  • A-GPS capable
  • Anti-jamming, Noise cancellation
  • Active 3 volt GNSS antenna support

WIFI

  • Wi-Fi in the 2.4 GHz ISM band
  • IEEE 801.11b/g/n/d/e/h/i
  • WPA/WPA2 Encryption
  • Up to 150 MBit/sec

Bluetooth

  • Classic and Low Energy (LE)
  • BT 2.1 + EDR up-to 3 Mbps
  • BT 3.0 and 4.0 Dual mode
  • Co-existence with Wi-Fi

Audio

  • Full Digital Audio System
  • Transferring, saving, and playing audio
  • GSM audio support

Wired communication

  • 100BASE-T Ethernet
  • 2x RS232
  • 2x RS485 with Modbus support
  • 1-Wire Bus
  • 1x USB (service, internal)

Digital I/O

  • 4x relay output (max. 5A @ 250VAC / 30VDC)
  • 5 x digital input
  • 4 x IEC62053-31 Class A input
  • Transient protection
  • Low pass filter
  • expandable with Modbus modules

Analog I/O

  • 4x analog output (0..10V or 0..20mA)
  • 4x analog input (0..10V or 0..20mA)
  • 12 bit resolution; •0.3
  • Low pass filter
  • Transient protection
  • expandable with Modbus modules

Electrical data

  • Operating voltage 8..36 V DC or 100..260 V AC
  • Reverse polarity protection
  • Short circuit protection

Battery and charging logic

  • Internal 2Ah Li-Ion Battery
  • Intelligent charger with temperature controller and support for temperatures below zero degrees
  • Battery temperature sensor

Energy

  • 5 power saving modes
  • smaller 600 μA in powerdown-mode
  • Events: Timer, digital input, RS232, GSM, power change, ...
  • Disable external power supply

Climate

  • Operation: -40..+60 °C
  • Battery charging: -10..+45 °C
  • Storage: 0..+45 °C (recommended)
  • Humidity: 5..90 (non-condensing)
  • Protection class: IP65

Mechanical data

  • Dimensions (mm, without antenna connection and cable glands): 130 (W) x 180 (L) x 60 (H)
  • Weight approx. 710g (without accessories)
  • Robust polycarbonate housing

Approvals

  • 2014/53/EU Radio Equipment Directive
  • 2014/30/EU EMC Directive
  • 2011/65/EU RoHS Directive
  • Cellular: GCF/CE/FCC/PTCRB/IC/Anatel/SRRC/NAL/ CCC/KC/NCC/JATE/TELEC/RCM/IFETEL/FAC/ NBTC/ICASA