¶ Getting started
The Gateway Connect enables a hassle free setup of any charging infrastructure. This guide will take you through the physical installation of the Gateway Connect. To get started you will first need to decide on a setup type i.e. either Self Contained Network or Existing Building Local Area Network.
The instructions below will cover both setup types.
If you are using a FLEXeCHARGE SIM card no configuration is neccessary before the install.
When using your own SIM provider please make sure:
- You have PIN, Super PIN and PUK ready (in case the SIM gets locked)
- No Sim_Lock is setup for this SIM.
Ensure no internet connectivity is present in the network the gateway is connected to.
¶ Requirements for Starting Up the Gateway
- An LTE antenna with an SMA connector. Refer to the antennas page for more inforamtion.
- A power supply with an output voltage ranging from 10 to 30V DC and a minimum of 25 watts we recommend the MEAN WELL MDR-60-24
- An Ethernet cable
- A computer or laptop with an Ethernet port and a browser installed
- The SIM card in the MINI-SIM (2ff) form factor
¶ Mounting the Antenna
Attach the antenna to the GSM connector on the gateway. If you're using an antenna with GPS signal, connect the second SMA connector to the GPS connector.
The antenna is either sourced through FLEXeCHARGE or you can use your own antenna. Please reference the antenna page to choose the optimal one for your application.
Antenna page
¶ Inserting the SIM Card
Only neccesarry when using your own SIM
On the back of the gateway, there are two slots for SIM cards and a slot for a micro SD card. The upper slot / Sim 1 is for a MINI-SIM (2ff), while the lower slot / Sim 2 is for a MICRO-SIM (3ff).
By default, only the slot for a MINI-SIM (2ff) is supported - Sim 1.
Please insert the SIM card into the top slot, as shown in the figure, until it clicks into place. If necessary, use a flat tool like a screwdriver to insert the SIM card.
¶ Connection of the Power Supply
The Gateway supports power supplies with an output voltage ranging from 10 to 30V DC and a minimum of 25 watts, we recommend the MEAN WELL MDR-60-24.
After installation of the Gateway and the power supply in a suitable location please connect the power supply to the connector labeled with + and -. Make sure to observe the correct polarity. The gateway is equipped with reverse polarity protection, but will remain inactive if the polarity is incorrect. During the initialization phase (about 5 seconds) after turning on the power supply, LED A and LED B will light up, and the Power LED will remain lit. When LED A and LED B have turned off, the device is ready for operation.
¶ Network status
When using the FLEXeCAHRGE SIM the gateway should have an active network status. If a third party SIM is used this will have be configured later.
| GSM Status LED | Network Connection |
|---|---|
| Slow blinking (short ON / long OFF) | Searching for network |
| Slow blinking (long ON / short OFF) | Registered, but no data connection |
| Fast blinking (short ON / short OFF) | Registered and active data connection |
You are now ready to configure the gateway. Please follow these instructions
Gateway Connect Configuration
¶ Requirements for Starting Up the Gateway
- A power supply with an output voltage ranging from 10 to 30V DC and a minimum of 15 watts (provided with the kit)
- An Ethernet cable (provided with the kit)
- A computer or laptop with an Ethernet port and a browser installed
- Access to the local network for example via a free port on a switch
Ensure that the Charging stations and all other required devices (for example power meters) are connected to the same local network and that there is a free port ona switch or similar to which the Gateway can be connected.
¶ Connection of the Power Supply
The Gateway supports power supplies with an output voltage ranging from 10 to 30V DC and a minimum of 25 watts. FELXeCHARGE recommends and exclusively ships the [MEAN WELL MDR-60-24]
The powersupply is installed on the DIN rail similar to the gateway. And connected to mains as shown in the diagramm.
Do not connect the gateway power to the powersupply yet, as this potentially resets the IP adress and comlicates later configuration.
¶ Connect the Gateway to the network
Connect the gateway the ethernet port (eht0) of the gateway to the local network via an ethernet cable, this can be done via a switch or similar. Ensure that this network has access to the internet via a router.
The Gateway will now be assigned an IP address from you local router (internal DHCP server).
In order to find the assigned the IP address check your network via a scan or login to your router and find the new gateway there.
After installation the Gateway will have to be configured. Please follow these instructions on configuration within an exisitng local area network.
Gateway Connect Configuration