Introduction
Hardware description
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The Cellular Gateway requires no installation of telephone, DSL, or cable lines. The
gateway is ideal for situations that require fast, easy connection to the Internet, such as
emergency and disaster relief teams, remote field offices, construction trailers, and
booths at trade shows and conventions.
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Machine status
Because it is completely self-contained and does not require a wire to make a data
connection, the gateway is ideal for embedding inside devices such as vending
machines, as part of a sensing and control network. The I/O lines on the gateway can be
used to report inventory and digital status information. The thermocouple can be used to
report the temperature of the refrigerated or ambient sections of the machine.
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Telemetry
The gateway allows remote or inaccessible test and measurement equipment to report
data back to a central location. It can support power line sensors, electric and gas
meters, and a host of other specialized devices.
Hardware description
Back panel
The various ports and the power connector are located on the back panel, as shown and
described below.
