Semtech Airlink XR60

 

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Wireless Communications

Due to the nature of wireless communications, transmission and reception of data can never be guaranteed. Data
may be delayed, corrupted (i.e., have errors) or be totally lost. The Semtech product should not be used in situations
where failure to transmit or receive data could result in damage of any kind to the user or any other party, including
but not limited to personal injury, death, or loss of property. Semtech accepts no responsibility for damages of any
kind resulting from delays or errors in data transmitted or received using the Semtech product, or for failure of the
Semtech product to transmit or receive such data.

Warranty

Warranty information for AirLink products is available at www.sierrawireless.com/end-user-warranty.

Safety

Do not operate the Semtech product in areas where blasting is in progress, where explosive atmospheres may be
present, near medical equipment, near life support equipment, or near any equipment which may be susceptible to
any form of radio interference. In such areas, the Semtech product should be powered off.

The XR60 platform is classified to ANSI/ISA 12.12.01-2016 and CSA C22.2#213 and is suitable for use in Class 1,
Division 2, Groups A–D, and Class I, Zone 2, Groups IIC AEx ec IIC T4 Gc classified Hazardous Locations.

The following warnings and instructions apply:

Sierra Wireless

Semtech Corporation purchased Sierra Wireless in January 2023. The Sierra Wireless brand is gradually being
phased out. During the phase-out period, references to both “Semtech” and “Sierra Wireless” may appear in product
documentation.

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Revision History

1: Introduction to the AirLink XR60

Semtech® AirLink® XR60 5G routers are compact, intelligent and fully-featured communications platforms that
provide real-time wireless capabilities for fixed and mobile applications. The XR60 is intended for use in fixed,
industrial and mobile settings such as:

• Remotely monitoring and controlling infrastructure and surveillance equipment on reclosers, cap bank controllers, pumps and valves in any energy, utility, or industrial application
• Tracking the location of heavy equipment and assets in the field
• Providing reliable Internet access to a mobile workforce

Each XR60 includes a one-year subscription to AirLink Complete—a subscription service combining comprehensive network management services (remote configuration, software update, and monitoring) with AirLink Management Service (ALMS), 24/7/365 technical support, and up to 5 years of extended hardware warranty.

All XR60 routers support 5G NR Sub-6G, 4G LTE and HSPA+ cellular radio bands, Wi-Fi 6, dual-band GNSS, and include multiple SKU-dependent communication ports (Ethernet, USB, serial).

The router’s power connector provides additional functionality with a GPlO pin for remote monitoring and control, and an ignition sense pin to turn the router on and off.

The XR60 router, with its rich feature set, configurable with the included AirLink OS software, is the perfect choice for a broad set of IoT solutions.

Table 1-1: XR60 Router Models

Key Features

• Cellular support:

· High-performance 4x4 5G NR Sub-6G and LTE-Advanced (Cat 20)
· FirstNet support (Band 14) with Carrier Aggregation
· Dual SIM support for nano-SIM (4FF) cards

Note: The XR60 is the first Semtech router designed to use nano-SIM cards.

· Fully automatic network operator switching on SIM card insertion

• Wi-Fi support:

· 2x2 Wi-Fi 802.11ax 2.4/5 GHz

• GNSS support:

· Dual-band active GNSS (L1, L5) with several advantages compared to single-band GNSS (L1) routers,
including:
· Faster and more accurate router location fixes for position reporting and remote equipment tracking
· Less susceptible to interference caused by dense vegetation, urban canyons (streets bordered by tall
buildings), etc.

• Network support:

· Provides network connectivity via Ethernet, Serial, and USB-C connectors
· Gigabit Ethernet support:
· 1 Gbps—10/100/1000
· 5 Gbps (SKU-specific)—100/1000/2500/5000
· SKU-specific serial port support—1 x 4-wire RS-232 serial port and 1 x 2-wire serial port (RS-232 or
RS-485)
· Gigabit USB support:
· 5 Gbps Ethernet over USB-C network connectivity
· Supports VPN tunnels for secure communications

• Router management-related features:

· Remote configuration, software update, and monitoring with AirLink Management Service (ALMS). Your
XR60 router purchase includes a one-year subscription to AirLink Complete, providing ALMS access,
technical support, and up to 5 years of extended hardware warranty.
· Location data, communication link status and traffic statistics (Cellular, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, etc.), and ignition
status reporting to ALMS and third party server platforms
· REST API (Note—Feature is in Beta stage as of document revision date.)

• Certifications/Standards compliance:

· Meets industrial-grade certifications including Class 1 Div 2, IECEx/ATEX, MIL-STD-810H, IP64 ingress
protection
· E-Mark, ISO7637-2 and SAEJ1113-11 Level 4 for shock, vibration, electrical

• Security via Remote Authentication (RADIUS, TACACS+, LDAP) to centrally manage router access

• Multi-function digital input, analog input, switchable low side current sink, and high side configurable pull-up

• Power-related features:

· Built-in, class-leading voltage transient protection provides superior reliability
· Preprogrammed configurable low voltage disconnect (9 V) to prevent battery drain
· Multiple power supply options—DC supply for vehicle and fixed installations, AC power adapter and USB-C
power adapter for fixed installations

· Power Saving Features, including:

· Standby mode · Power saving strategies such as turning off unused interfaces (USB, Serial, Ethernet), turning off GNSS,
and adjusting the Ethernet data rate
• Mounting hole compatibility with RV-series routers—Slightly taller and slightly deeper than RV-series routers,
with identical mounting screw/bolt locations for easy upgrade/replacement of your existing RV-series router
fleet. For dimensions, see Mechanical Specifications on page 68.
• microSD—(To be supported in a future AirLink OS release) Memory expansion slot to augment internal memory
for Edge compute storage and containers. (Note—Edge compute feature is in Beta stage as of document
revision date.)

Note: All antenna connectors are SMA (Cellular, GNSS) or RP-SMA (Wi-Fi).

Description

Router Configuration and Management

You can configure and manage your XR60 router using:

• AirLink OS—Browser-based router management application. Refer to [2] AirLink OS User Guide.
• AirLink Management Service (ALMS)—Cloud-based router management service provided by Semtech. Your XR60 router purchase includes a one-year
subscription to AirLink Complete, including ALMS access.

For more information, visit www.sierrawireless.com/ALMS or contact your Semtech distributor.

Power Modes & Consumption Scenarios

The AirLink XR60 router supports the following power modes/connection states:

• Standby
• Normal (Idle, Connected)

Table 1-2 describes several power consumption scenarios for the supported modes, and Table 1-3 on page 16 describes available power saving configurations.

a. Listed interfaces are all enabled as described. Interfaces that are not listed are all off or disabled.
b. Power draw measurements do not include cellular UL data. Cellular UL data may increase the indicated power consumption by 0.3–0.7 W.
c. Typical power/current draw measurements are expected to be within ± 10% of stated values at 25°C.
d. For normal mode Max power draw, if USB-PD (power delivery) sourcing up to 7.5 W (max) is used, then this additional power must be provisioned for the power supply.
(i.e., Max power draw = 18.5 + 7.5 = 26W).
e. Cellular LTE+Sub-6 will draw ~560 mW (0 dBm) or ~1000 mW (23 dBm) more power than the cellular radio in LTE mode only.

Power Saving Features

Table 1-3 on page 16 provides a quick reference to power saving feature configurations available for the XR60. These configurations may be used to optimize
idle power consumption, and are recommended for customers who require the best power consumption efficiency—for example, in battery or solar powered
applications. Using these features saves energy by reducing performance where possible.

a. If a template is used to re-enable peripherals (i.e., hardware interfaces, location services), a reboot is required after the template is applied.

Dual SIM

The AirLink XR60 router has two SIM card 4FF (nano-SIM) slots.

By default, the upper SIM slot is for the Primary SIM card and the lower slot is for the Secondary SIM card, but these
assignments can be reconfigured in AirLink OS.

To configure the Primary and Secondary SIM card slots:

· Go to Hardware Interfaces > Cellular Interfaces > Configuration and configure the SIM SLOT MANAGEMENT
settings.
When the router is powered on or reboots, it automatically connects to the cellular network associated with:
· the Primary SIM card, if one is present
or, if there is no Primary SIM card
· the Secondary SIM card, if one is present

SIM PIN configuration is also available for both SIM cards. This feature allows you to install SIM cards for two
different network operators, use one SIM card initially and later change network operators by configuring the new
SIM card to be the Primary SIM card.

To configure SIM PINs:

· Go to Hardware Interfaces > Cellular Interfaces > SIM Database and configure the KNOWN SIM table
entries.

Data usage is tracked independently for each SIM card.

Network Operator Switching

The Network Operator Switching feature, which is intended for North American routers, makes it possible to use a
single XR60 hardware variant on multiple operator networks.

The AirLink XR60 comes preloaded with multiple network operator-specific radio module firmware (RMFW)
versions.

When the router is powered on:

1. The router determines which SIM to use. The Primary SIM will be used if a card is detected in the Primary SIM
slot, otherwise the router will use the SIM card in the Secondary SIM slot.
2. The router determines whether the loaded RMFW matches the SIM card.

If the RMFW does not match, then the router checks the stored RMFW for a match and automatically loads it
onto the radio module. If a match is not found (e.g., because an unrecognized SIM is inserted), Generic RMFW is
loaded.

While the new RMFW is loading (i.e., Network Operator Switching is in progress), the router display a green LED
‘chase’ (the LEDS sequentially flash green).

Accessories

Table 1-4 lists accessories that are included with the XR60 or are available for purchase from Semtech resellers.

a. Subject to change.

Warranty

XR60 routers include a 1-year standard hardware warranty that can be extended to 5 years maximum with an active
AirLink Complete or AirLink Premium subscription. For complete warranty details, refer to [6] End-User Warranty for
Sierra Wireless AirLink products.

2: Installation and Startup

This chapter shows how to connect, install and start the Semtech XR60 router. It also describes the front panel
LEDs, and I/O functionality.

Note: Field wiring and connections in hazardous locations must be connected as per the wiring methods requirement for Class 2 circuits
mentioned in the National Electric Code and the Canadian Electric Code.

Note: Do not reuse DC power cables or AC adapters from other AirLink routers (typically cables
with black or blue connectors and black housings). The XR60 requires the higher-power DC
Power Cable (Red Connector) or DC Power Cable (Red Connector).

Note: The XR60 router installation must be done by a qualified technician.

Out of Box—Quick Start

Included in your XR60 router purchase is a one-year subscription to AirLink Complete, which provides ALMS access,
technical support, and up to 5 years of extended warranty.

Use ALMS to remotely register, configure, manage and monitor your XR60 router (or XR router fleet).

Refer to [3] AirLink XR60 Quick Start Guide (included in the box) for instructions on registering and preconfiguring your
XR60 router.

Tools and Materials Required

• Power supply—One of the following:

· DC — Power cable included with the XR60 (DC Power Cable (Red Connector) on page 80)
· AC — Optional AC adapter available from Semtech (AC Power Adapter (Red Connector) on page 81)
· USB-C — Optional customer-supplied power adapter (USB PD 2.0/3.0 compliant, 45 W minimum) (not
available from Semtech)

Important: For DC or AC power supplies, make sure to use the specified parts, which
meet the power requirements of the XR60—DC Power Cable (Red Connector) or DC Power
Cable (Red Connector).

Do not reuse older-model cables (black or blue connectors with black housing).

 

• One or two nano-SIM cards (4FF) (provided by your mobile network operator)
• #1 Phillips screwdriver (to open/close the SIM card panel)

• A computer to make a LAN connection to the XR60:

· Computer (any OS) with an Ethernet connection
or
· Windows computer with a USB-C cable (Note—The power supply must be either DC or AC.)

• Antennas for any communication ports that will be used:

· Cellular (SMA)—4x4 (All four must be connected when using cellular.)
· Wi-Fi (Reverse Polarity SMA (RP-SMA))—2x2
· GNSS (SMA)—1

• Optional Serial cable (see Table 1-4 on page 18):

· RJ45 to single RS-232 DB9
or
· RJ45 to dual connection RS-232 and RS-232/RS-485 DB9

• Optional DIN Rail Mounting Bracket kit (see Table 1-4 on page 18)

or
Optional mounting screws (if not mounting on a DIN rail). (For details (including recommended screw lengths,
see Screw Specifications on page 69.)

Caution: The router has a hardened case for use in industrial and extreme environments. If you are installing it in these types of environments,
use cables designed and specified for use in these types of environments to avoid cable failure.

Installation Overview

The steps for a typical installation are:

Step 1—Insert the SIM Cards
Step 2—Mount and Ground the XR60 Router

Note: Depending on where you are installing the XR60 router, you may want to mount it after connecting the antenna,
cables and power, and confirming correct operation.

Step 3—Connect the Antennas
Step 4—Connect the Data Cables
Step 5—Choose a Power Supply Type
Step 6—Supply Power to the Router
Step 7—Startup and Software Configuration

Step 1—Insert the SIM Cards

The AirLink XR60 router has two nano-SIM (4FF) card slots:

· Slot 1 (upper slot—SIM1)
· Slot 2 (lower slot—SIM2)

AirLink OS references these slot numbers, and by default, the SIM card in Slot 1 is the Primary SIM card. If you are
using only one SIM card, Semtech recommends that you install it in Slot 1.

Note: SIM slot assignments are software-configurable in AirLink OS (Hardware Interfaces > Cellular Interfaces > Configuration > SIM
SLOT MANAGEMENT).

If the SIM card (or SIM cards) are not already installed, insert the SIM cards into the router before connecting any
external equipment or power to the router.

To install the SIM cards:

1. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the SIM card cover.
Note: The cover uses captive screws.
2. Orient the SIM card(s), as shown in Figure 2-1. Note—If you are using only one SIM card, insert it in the upper
SIM slot (Slot 1).

· Upper SIM card—The gold contacts face down.
· Lower SIM card—The gold contacts face up.

3. Gently slide the SIM cards into the slots until they click into place.

Note—To remove a SIM card:

i. Press the SIM card in to release it.
ii. Gently grip the SIM card and pull it out. (Do not try to pull it out before releasing it in step i.)

4. Replace the SIM card cover.

Important: Do not over-tighten the screws (see Screw Specifications on page 69). This could strip the threads inside the router,
which will prevent the cover from re-attaching.

5. Continue to Step 2—Mount and Ground the XR60 Router.

Step 2—Mount and Ground the XR60 Router

Warning: This router is not intended for use close to the human body. Antennas should be at least 8 inches (20 cm) away from the
operator.

The XR60 router can be mounted directly onto a flat surface, or attached to a mounting bracket to allow easy
mounting/dismounting on flat or vertical surfaces.

Semtech strongly recommends always grounding the router using the unpainted mounting hole (grounding point)
shown in Figure 2-2 on page 24.

Note: See the Mechanical Specifications on page 68 for the XR60 router’s dimensions, including mounting hole positions.
To mount the XR60:

1. Make sure the power source is OFF (e.g., vehicle battery is disconnected, power cord is disconnected, vehicle
ignition is off, etc.) before beginning to mount the XR60 router.
2. Determine where to mount the router—Key considerations when choosing a location include:

· Cabling:
· Easy access to the cables—Make sure to leave sufficient space in front of, behind, and above the
router.
· Make sure cables are not bent, constricted, close to high amperages or exposed to extreme temperatures.
· See Cabling—Best Practices on page 26 for more details.
· Front panel LEDs should be easily visible.
· There must be adequate airflow to dissipate heat.
· The router must be away from direct exposure to the elements, such as sun, rain, dust, etc.
· Typical vehicle installation locations include under the deck lid or on the floorboard of the vehicle’s
equipment storage.
· The router will not be hit or come into contact with people, cargo, tools, equipment, etc.

Note: For vehicle mounting, make sure the XR60 is not in the driver’s area of the vehicle or any other area where it can distract the
driver. Mount the router in accordance with accepted after-market practices and materials.

3. Mount the XR60 using one of the supported Mounting Methods (flat mount, or DIN rail mount).
4. If the XR60 will be a DC-powered installation with a fixed “system” ground reference, you must ground the
XR60 chassis to this system ground reference—see Grounding the XR60 Router Chassis on page 26.
5. Continue to Step 3—Connect the Antennas.

Mounting Methods

The XR60 router has 2 mounting holes, as shown in Figure 2-2. For mounting screw specifications (including
recommended screw lengths), see Screw Specifications on page 69.

Note: When mounting the XR60 router in a location that could be exposed to rain (e.g., in a vehicle door panel, which would expose the
router when the door is opened), mount the router with the SIM card cover facing down, as shown in Figure 2-3.

Flat Surface Mount

To mount the XR60 router on a flat surface, use M5 pan head screws with split washers. For details (including
recommended screw lengths), see Screw Specifications on page 69.

DIN Rail Mount

If you are mounting the XR60 router on a DIN rail, order a DIN rail mounting bracket kit from Semtech (see Table 1-4
on page 18). The kit contains:

• L-shaped DIN Rail Mounting Bracket—Qty 1
• DIN Rail Clip (35 mm EN 50022)—Qty 1
• Screws:

· DIN rail clip screws: Flathead Phillips, M4 x 12 mm—Qty 4
· XR60 mounting screws: Panhead Phillips, M4 x 35 mm—Qty 2
· RX55 mounting screws: Panhead Phillips, M4 x 12 mm—Qty 2

(Note—Not for use with XR60 routers.)

• Internal #8 lock washers for mounting screws—Qty 2

To attach the XR60 router to a horizontally mounted DIN rail, in a variety of orientations:

1. Install the SIM card. (See Step 1—Insert the SIM Cards on page 21.)
2. Test the network connectivity.
Connect the XR60 router. Power it up and ensure that you have network connectivity. (See Step 5—Choose a
Power Supply Type on page 30.)
3. Place the router on the DIN rail mounting bracket, lining up the mounting holes on the underside of the router
with the holes on the DIN rail mounting bracket.
4. Use the XR60 mounting screws provided to attach the router to the bracket. Torque the screws to a maximum
of 1.1 N-m (10 in-lb.).
5. Use the DIN rail clip screws provided to attach the DIN rail clip to the bracket.
6. Attach the DIN rail clip to a horizontal DIN rail, with the spring clip at the bottom.

Note: The DIN rail mounting bracket and clip in the kit should only be used on a horizontally-mounted DIN rail.

Grounding the XR60 Router Chassis

For DC installations (with a fixed “system” ground reference), you must ground the XR60 chassis to this system
ground reference.

To ensure a good grounding reference, either:

• Attach the XR60 to a grounded metallic surface using a conductive metal screw, to ensure there is a reliable
electrical connection from the XR60’s unpainted upper left mounting hole to the metal surface, or
• Connect one end of a short 18 AWG or larger gauge wire to the unpainted upper left mounting hole (see
Figure 2-2) and connect the other end to the system ground reference or (if mounted in a vehicle) the vehicle
chassis.

Cabling—Best Practices

Cable Routing for Vehicle Installations

Semtech recommends separating the XR60 router’s antenna, data and power cables from other wiring in the
vehicle, and routing the cables so they are protected from damage by sharp edges or other hazards, and will not be
snagged or pulled on.

There should be no binding or sharp corners in the cable routing, and excess cabling should be bundled and tied off.

Make sure the cables are secured so their weight will not loosen the connectors from the router over time.

Cable Strain Relief for High-Vibration Installations

Semtech recommends using cable strain relief for installations in high-vibration environments.

Place the cable strain relief within 200 mm (8") of the XR60 router to reduce the mass of cable supported by the
router’s connectors (power, antenna, etc.) under vibration. Ideally, the strain relief mounting for the cables should be
attached to the same object as the router, so both the router and cables vibrate together. Strain relief should be
mounted such that it does not apply additional stress on the connectors (i.e., the cables should not be taut and
should not pull the connectors at an angle).

Cable Management

Proper cable management eliminates unnecessary installation complications, allows for ease of maintenance, and
prolongs cable longevity.

The following practices are recommended for cable installation:

• Label all cables that attach to the XR60 router. For example: “GNSS”, “Wi-Fi 1”, “Ethernet to Device X”, etc.
• Protect the cables using a proper cable conduit.
• Secure each cable connected to the XR60 router via a permanent fixture.

Step 3—Connect the Antennas

Warning: The XR60 router is not intended for use close to the human body. Antennas should be at least 8 inches (20 cm) away from the
operator.

The XR60 router uses SMA and RP-SMA antenna connector jacks (i.e., outside
threads) for all RF connections. The number of connectors depends on the product
variant:

• Cellular × 4 SMA (outside thread, center hole)
• Wi-Fi × 2 RP-SMA (outside thread, center pin)
• GNSS x 1 SMA (outside thread, center hole)

Cellular and GNSS antenna cables must have SMA plugs (inside thread, center pin),
and Wi-Fi antenna cables must have RP-SMA plugs (inside thread, center hole).

Note: • The cellular and Wi-Fi antennas should not exceed the maximum gains specified in Regulatory Information on page 70.

• In more complex installations (such as those requiring multiple connections and/or long lengths of cable where antennas are
located away from the router), you must follow the maximum dBi gain guidelines specified by the radio communications
regulations of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED),
or your country’s regulatory body.
• Keep the cables as short as possible to prevent the loss of antenna gain, and see
Cable Routing for Vehicle Installations on page 26 for additional recommendations.

To install the antennas:

1. For vehicle installations, mount the antenna unit(s) (which are typically multi-element units) on the vehicle.

Note: If single-element antennas are installed, see Table A-1 on page 78 for recommended antenna separation.

Mounting recommendations:

· Follow the recommended installation instructions for the antenna unit(s).
· Use appropriate cable strain relief. (See Cable Management on page 26.)
· When mounting antenna unit(s) that contain WAN/WLAN cellular antennas, make sure there is at least
20 cm between the antenna(s) and the user or bystanders during normal operation.
· If an antenna unit includes a GNSS antenna, make sure it has a good view of the sky (at least 90°).
2. Connect cellular, Wi-Fi and GNSS antennas as described below:
Note: Take extra care when attaching the antenna SMA plugs to the router’s SMA connector jacks. Finger tight (approximately 0.6 –
0.8 Nm/5 – 7 in-lb.) is sufficient and the max torque should not go beyond 1.1 Nm (10 in-lb.).
· Connect cellular antennas to each cellular antenna SMA connector (Cellular 1, Cellular 2, Cellular 3, Cellular
4).

Important: The XR60 must be connected to four 5G cellular antennas that support the full expected frequency range. For
details, refer to [5] AirLink XR Series Router Antenna FAQ.

Note that each cellular band uses specific transmitting antenna combinations. If an antenna is not connected for the required
band, the connection will fail.

Semtech antennas are designed to meet strict regulatory and performance requirements. Semtech will not support antennas
that do not meet the strict performance specifications.

Mount each cellular antenna so there is at least 20 cm between the antenna and the user or bystander.

· If used, connect a GNSS antenna to the GNSS SMA antenna connector.

Mount the GNSS antenna where it has a good view of the sky (at least 90º).

Note: AirLink OS is configured by default for an active GNSS antenna. If you are using a passive antenna, after the router is
installed, log in to AirLink OS, go to Services > Location > General and set the GNSS Antenna Bias to Off.

· For Wi-Fi-capable routers, connect the Wi-Fi antennas to the RP-SMA Wi-Fi connectors.

3. Continue to Step 4—Connect the Data Cables.

Step 4—Connect the Data Cables

At least one computer must be connected via a data cable to the XR60 router to enable access to the router’s
AirLink OS. Additional computers and/or other appropriate devices can also be connected.

To connect data cables to the XR60 router:

1. Connect at least one computer (to enable access to the router’s AirLink OS), using either of the following
methods:

· Ethernet—Use an Ethernet cable to connect the computer to an
Ethernet port on the front panel (Ethernet 1, Ethernet 2 (SKUdependent).
(By default, Ethernet ports are enabled for LAN
connection.)

See Ethernet on page 55 for cable requirements.

· USB—Use a data-capable USB-C cable to connect the computer to
the USB type-C locking port. Plug the cable into the USB port and
then, if using a USB locking cable, tighten the jack screw finger-tight.

(Make sure the cable is data-capable; some USB-C cables are power
only.)

Warning: Do not use the USB port in a potentially explosive environment.

When the router is first powered on, the router will enumerate a virtual Ethernet port as described in USB-C
Network Connection on page 85.

(Note—If the port is not used as an Ethernet port, it can be used to connect a USB power adapter to power
the router.)

See USB on page 54 for cable requirements.

Note: After the XR60 router is set up, specific Ethernet ports can be reconfigured in the AirLink OS for WAN use
(Network > General > Mode).

2. Optionally, in the RS-232 serial port (SKU-dependent), insert a supported RJ45 to
DB9 female cable (available from Semtech (see Table 1-4 on page 18) or other
vendors), and then connect appropriate device(s) to the port.

The port supports a 4-wire and 2-wire serial interface. See Serial Port on page 56
for cable requirements.

3. Continue to Step 5—Choose a Power Supply Type.

Step 5—Choose a Power Supply Type

The AirLink XR60 router can be powered via any of the following supplies:

• DC power connector:
· DC power—The router comes with a 3 meter (10 ft.) DC power cable.
· AC power—An optional AC adapter is available from Semtech—see Accessories on page 18.

Important: For DC or AC power supplies, make sure to use the specified parts,
which meet the XR60’s power requirements: DC Power Cable (Red Connector) on
page 80 or AC Power Adapter (Red Connector) on page 81.

Do not reuse older-model cables (black or blue connector with black housing).

• USB connector:
· USB power—A customer-supplied USB-C (USB PD 2.0/3.0 compliant, 45W) power adapter can be used.

Note: If both the DC power connector and USB connector have power supplies attached, the DC power connector will be used if sufficient
voltage is supplied, otherwise the USB power will be used. For details, see Power Supply Options on page 58.

Note: Electrical installations are potentially dangerous and should be performed by personnel thoroughly trained in safe electrical wiring
procedures.

To connect power to the router:

1. Review the topics in this section to familiarize yourself with the XR60’s power requirements, wiring options,
etc.:

· Operating Voltage on page 30
· Fusing on page 31
· DC Power Connector on page 31
· Vehicle Installation on page 32
· I/O Configuration on page 38

2. Choose the power supply source to use for the XR60:

· DC power cable—Connect the cable to the router using an appropriate Vehicle Installation or Fixed Installation
method.
· AC power adapter
· USB-C power adapter (USB PD 2.0/3.0 compliant, 45 W minimum)

3. Go to Step 6—Supply Power to the Router on page 44.

Operating Voltage

The XR60 router’s operating voltage range is 7–36 V.

By default, the router is factory-configured with low voltage standby mode enabled and the standby voltage set to
9 V. Therefore, you must supply greater than 9 V at startup (i.e., the startup voltage must be greater than the
standby voltage), otherwise the router will boot and enter standby mode.

If you want to operate the router at a lower voltage, change the low voltage settings once the router is up and
running. For more information, refer to [2] AirLink OS User Guide.

To disable/enable low voltage standby mode or to operate the router at a lower voltage, change the low voltage
settings in AirLink OS (System > MCU > Voltage Threshold) once the router is up and running. For more information,
refer to [2] AirLink OS User Guide.

Note: Low voltage standby mode does not apply when the router is powered by USB-C or by an AC adapter.

Fusing

For DC installations, Semtech recommends fusing the power input using a 10 A fast blow fuse, recommended to
have no more than ±10% derating over the operating temperature.

DC Power Connector

Power can be supplied to the router through the DC power connector located on the front of the router, using either
the DC power cable or the optional AC power adapter.

Figure 2-5 shows the DC power connector plus a basic wiring diagram for the DC power cable.

Vehicle Installation

For vehicle installations, the XR60 router’s power supply cable must be connected to the vehicle’s fuse box, and
installed along the vehicle wall, always inside the vehicle cabin and must not cross the vehicle’s firewall protection.
Always follow the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations for electrical accessories connections. All components
used in the electrical connection to the vehicle should be UL Listed or equivalent.

For operating voltage details (including software configuration) and fusing recommendations, see Operating Voltage
on page 30 and Fusing on page 31.

DC Voltage Transients

The XR60 router has built-in protection against vehicle transients including engine cranking (down to 5.0 V) and load
dump (up to 200 V), so there is no need for external power conditioning circuits. For details, see Industry Certification
for Vehicles on page 50.

Connect the XR60 Router to a Vehicle’s Electrical System

For vehicle installations, to connect the XR60 router to the vehicle’s electrical system:

1. Decide which wiring method will be used (see Vehicle Installation Wiring methods for suggestions).
2. Make sure the vehicle is turned off.
3. Remove the key from the ignition.
4. Disconnect the vehicle’s battery:

a. Disconnect the negative terminal first.
b. Disconnect the positive terminal.

5. Connect the black (Ground) wire on the DC power cable to the vehicle chassis.
6. Make sure the XR60 router is grounded. (See Step 2—Mount and Ground the XR60 Router.)
7. Use a 10 A fast blow fuse, recommended to have no more than ±10% derating over the operating temperature
range, to connect the red (Power) wire on the DC power cable to the vehicle’s fuse box. (e.g., Figure 2-6.)
8. Connect the white wire (Ignition Sense) on the DC power cable to the ignition signal from the vehicle.
9. Connect the green wire (GPIO) as required by your selected wiring method.
10. Connect the DC power cable to the XR60 router.
11. Reconnect the vehicle’s battery:

a. Connect the positive terminal first.
b. Connect the negative terminal.

Vehicle Installation Wiring methods

Table 2-2 summarizes typical vehicle installation wiring methods. Refer to the methods for wiring diagrams and
details for connecting the supplied DC cable to your power supply.

Vehicle Installation—Recommended Basic Method

For most vehicle installations, Semtech recommends connecting the white Ignition Sense wire to the vehicle’s
ignition switch, as shown in Figure 2-6.

This installation method allows the router to operate with the vehicle:

• When the vehicle ignition is off, the XR60 router is in standby mode.
• Optionally, a delayed shutdown can be configured to keep the XR60 router on for a specified time after the
vehicle’s ignition shuts off.

For example, a delayed shutdown is especially useful for maintaining a network connection while the vehicle’s
engine is shut off for short periods, such as in a delivery vehicle. For more information, refer to [2] AirLink OS User
Guide.

Connect the DC cable’s wires as follows:

• Red (Pin 1—Power)—Connect to the power source. Include a 10 A, fast blow fuse, recommended to have no
more than ±10% derating over the operating temperature range, in the input power line. Semtech recommends
using a continuous (unswitched) DC power source. Connect the power through the vehicle’s fuse box.
• Black (Pin 2—Ground)—Connect to the vehicle battery’s negative terminal, or ground. For details, see Step
2—Mount and Ground the XR60 Router on page 23.
• White (Pin 3—Ignition Sense)—Semtech recommends connecting the white wire to the vehicle ignition to turn
on the XR60 router (or wake from standby mode), or to turn off the XR60 router (or enter standby mode).
Important: To protect the XR60 router, do not remove the power source (e.g., do not disconnect the power cable) while the router
is on. Uncontrolled shutdowns may result in unexpected operations/behavior when power is reapplied. For example, location data
could be lost, which will adversely impact ALMS Advanced Mobility Reporting (AMR) reports.
• Green (Pin 4—GPIO)—Leave the green wire (GPIO) unconnected if GPIO functionality is not required.
Otherwise, connect the GPIO as described in I/O Configuration on page 38.

Vehicle Installation—Timer-Driven Activation

This method can be used in vehicle installations where the XR60 router must be active at specific time intervals
(e.g., to report vehicle status), and is powered via a DC cable connected to a DC power source (e.g., the vehicle’s
battery).

Note: This method does not apply to routers powered by an AC adapter or USB power adapter.

Using this method:

· The vehicle ignition must be connected to the router’s I/O pin (see Figure 2-7).
· The AirLink OS MCU Power Management timer must be enabled and configured to turn the XR60 router on
at the required interval for a specific duration (e.g., turn on for 20 minutes, once every 24 hours when the
ignition is off).

When the timer activates, the router wakes from standby mode and remains in operational mode until the duration
expires, which returns the router to standby mode. For more information, refer to [2] AirLink OS User Guide.

Connect the DC cable’s wires as follows:

• Red (Pin 1—Power)—Connect to the power source. Include a 10 A, fast blow fuse, recommended to have no
more than ±10% derating over the operating temperature range, in the input power line. Semtech recommends
using a continuous (unswitched) DC power source. Connect the power through the vehicle’s fuse box.
• Black (Pin 2—Ground)—Connect to the vehicle battery’s negative terminal, or ground. For details, see Step
2—Mount and Ground the XR60 Router on page 23.
• White (Pin 3—Ignition Sense)—Connect to the vehicle ignition to enable accurate ALMS Advanced Mobility
Reporting (AMR) (e.g., trip reports) and improve the reliability of the GPS anti-jitter feature,
and
Disable ignition in the AirLink OS (System > MCU > Power Management) so the XR60 router does not shut down
(or enter standby mode) when the vehicle ignition is turned off.
• Green (Pin 4—GPIO)—Connect to the vehicle’s ignition.

Vehicle Installation—Shore Power

A shore power supply can be used to operate the XR60 router while the vehicle ignition is off and the vehicle is in a
facility with a shore power supply (e.g., parked in a maintenance bay), as shown in Figure 2-8.

Connect the DC cable’s wires as follows:

• Red (Pin 1—Power)—Connect to the power source. Include a 10 A, fast blow fuse, recommended to have no
more than ±10% derating over the operating temperature range, in the input power line. Semtech recommends
using a continuous (unswitched) DC power source. Connect the power through the vehicle’s fuse box.
• Black (Pin 2—Ground)—Connect to the vehicle chassis ground. For details, see Step 2—Mount and Ground
the XR60 Router on page 23.
• White (Pin 3—Ignition Sense)—Make sure to:
· Connect to the vehicle ignition to enable accurate ALMS Advanced Mobility Reporting (AMR) reporting
(e.g., trip reports) and improve reliability of the GPS anti-jitter feature,
· Disable ignition in the AirLink OS (System > MCU > Power Management) so the XR60 router does not shut
down (or enter standby mode) when the vehicle ignition is turned off.
· Configure AirLink OS to indicate the ignition wire is connected to the vehicle ignition
(Services > Telemetry > Vehicle > VEHICLE IGNITION WIRING).
• Green (Pin 4—GPIO)—Leave unconnected if GPIO functionality is not required. Otherwise, connect the GPIO as
described in I/O Configuration on page 38.

Fixed Installation

Fixed Installation Wiring Methods

Table 2-3 summarizes typical fixed installation wiring methods. Refer to the methods for wiring diagrams and
details for connecting the supplied DC cable to your power supply.

For operating voltage details (including software configuration) and fusing recommendations, see Operating Voltage
on page 30 and Fusing on page 31.

Connect the DC cable’s wires as follows:

• Red (Pin 1—Power)—Connect to the power source. Include a 10 A, fast blow fuse, recommended to have no
more than ±10% derating over the operating temperature range, in the input power line. Semtech recommends
using a continuous (unswitched) DC power source.
• Black (Pin 2—Ground)—Connect to ground. For details, see Grounding the XR60 Router Chassis on page 26.
• White (Pin 3—Ignition Sense)—Tie to the red wire (Power) before the fuse (i.e., on the XR60 router side of the
fuse).
• Green (Pin 4—GPIO)—Leave unconnected if GPIO functionality is not required. Otherwise, connect the GPIO as
described in I/O Configuration on page 38.

Fixed Installation—I/O Input-Triggered Activation

If you have a fixed installation where you want to use the DC power cable’s I/O pin to monitor an external device
such as a motion detector, remote solar panel, or a remote camera, connect the wires as shown in Figure 2-10. You
can configure the I/O line to wake the router up for a configured length of time, and use Low voltage disconnect to
put the router in Standby mode if the voltage falls below a configured value.

Note: The I/O power source must a common ground with the router power source.

This method can be used in installations where the router is powered via a DC cable connected to a DC power source,
or powered by a USB-C power adapter.

Note: This method does not apply to routers powered by an AC adapter.

• Red (Pin 1—Power)—Connect to the power source. Include a 10 A, fast blow fuse, recommended to have no
more than ±10% derating over the operating temperature range, in the input power line. Semtech recommends
using a continuous (unswitched) DC power source.
• Black (Pin 2—Ground)—Connect to ground. For details, see Grounding the XR60 Router Chassis on page 26.
• White (Pin 3—Ignition Sense)—Tie to the red wire (Power) before the fuse (i.e., on the XR60 router side of the
fuse).
• Green (Pin 4—GPIO)—Connect this wire for I/O configurations. See I/O Configuration on page 38.

I/O Configuration

You can use the DC cable’s Pin 4 (GPIO) green wire as:

· Digital Input on page 39
· High Side Pull-up / Dry Contact Switch Input on page 40
· Analog Input on page 40
· Low Side Current Sink Output on page 42
· Digital Output/Open Drain on page 42

For more information, refer to [2] AirLink OS User Guide.

Note: You can configure Pin 4 (GPIO) in AirLink OS or ALMS for one of the following, but not both:

• Trigger standby mode,
or
• Sink current or pull up the voltage

Note: During bootup, the I/O settings remain in their default state: the internal pull-up resistor is disabled, and the output current sink
switch is open. After bootup, any custom I/O settings are applied—this may take approximately 30 seconds after the router is restarted
or powered on.

You can use AirLink OS Custom Reports (Services > Telemetry > Custom Reports) to monitor the state of Pin 4 and
send a report when the state changes (e.g., when a switch is opened or closed, at fixed interfaces, when specific
states are true, etc.). For more information, refer to [2] AirLink OS User Guide.

Digital Input

You can use the green wire to connect Pin 4 to a digital input to:

• Detect the state of a switch, such as a vehicle ignition (on/off), door/latch position (open/closed), container fill
state (full/empty), fuel level in vehicle (if connected to an on/off sensor), vehicle trunk position (open/closed),
etc.
• Monitor an external device, such as a motion detector, remote solar panel, or remote camera.
• Work with the standby timer. While in Standby mode, the digital input will act as a wakeup function to wake the
XR60 router for a configured length of time.

Note: The digital input source should be referenced to the same ground as the router.

High Side Pull-up / Dry Contact Switch Input
You can use the green wire to connect Pin 4 to a dry contact switch.

Note: In Standby mode, the internal pull-up resistor is in the Off state. Therefore the dry contact switch is not available in Standby mode.

Analog Input

You can use the green wire to connect Pin 4 to an analog sensor. As an analog input (voltage sensing pin), the router
monitors voltage changes in small increments. This enables monitoring of equipment that reports status as an
analog voltage.

Pin 4 detects inputs of 0–5 V or 0–10 V (selectable in AirLink OS) referenced to ground. When used with a sensor to
transform values into voltages, the pin can monitor measurements such as temperatures, sensors, or input voltage.

Note: The lowest guaranteed detectable voltage for each analog input is 0.5 V (voltages from 0–0.5 V are not detected accurately).

Data sampling is handled by a dedicated microprocessor. In order to filter noisy signals, twenty measurements are
taken over a 250 ms interval and they are averaged to generate a sample. If the change since the last sample is
significant, a notification is sent to the CPU for updating the current value displayed in the user interface and for use
by AirLink OS Custom Reports.

Changes are considered significant if the change is 150 mV or more. If there has not been a significant change to the
parameter being monitored, the CPU reads a sample every 2.5 minutes, which detects small changes.

Note: The same method is used to sample the input voltage and the internal board temperature for AirLink OS Custom Reports. The
significant changes are 300 mV for the input voltage and 1 ºC for the board temperature.

Low Side Current Sink Output

The power cable GPIO pin (Pin 4) can be connected to a low-side current sink output, for example to drive a relay.

Note: The router protection circuitry has a high-impedance (~200 k) path to ground. If Pin 4 is connected to 12 V, there will be a small
current flow (~100 A) into Pin 4 during bootup. This flow is countered when the internal pull-up resistor (10 k) becomes active after
bootup. Depending on your application, you may need to install an external pull-up resistor (10 k) to nullify the small input current flow
for the first 30 seconds during bootup.

Note: If the GPIO (Pin 4) stops working, the overcurrent protection circuitry may have been triggered, which disables the GPIO. To
re-enable the GPIO, remove the cause of the overcurrent.

Digital Output/Open Drain

You can connect the power cable GPIO (Pin 4) to a digital output/open drain, for example to drive an external digital
input.

Step 6—Supply Power to the Router

The XR60 router’s factory default configuration enables it to establish a WAN connection if an appropriate SIM card
is installed and the APN is configured correctly.

Note: Additional configuration is always recommended.

1. Apply power to the system using one of the following methods:

· DC power cable—Turn on the ignition (if wired to vehicle’s electrical system) or turn on the power supply.
· AC power adapter—Connect the optional AC power adapter to the front panel DC power connector and
plug the adapter into the power source (e.g., wall outlet).
· Connect a USB-C power adapter (USB PD 2.0/3.0 compliant, 45 W minimum) to the front panel USB
connector, and plug the adapter into the power source (e.g., electrical outlet).

The router powers up in approximately 45 seconds.

· If the LEDs begin flashing in sequence, a router update is in progress. DO NOT REMOVE POWER.
· As the router is turning on, the Power LED color changes from dim solid red to solid red, solid yellow, and
finally solid green when powered up, and other LEDs begin to display their regular behavior. For more information
on the LED patterns see LED Behavior on page 88.

Note: The first time the XR60 router is powered on (i.e., a new router being used for the first time), it uses an available Internet
connection to connect to ALMS, complete its registration, and apply any preconfigurations done when the router was registered
with ALMS (for details, refer to [3] AirLink XR60 Quick Start Guide.

2. If the router does not start automatically:

a. Make sure:

• The power source (DC cable, AC adapter, or USB-C power adapter) is plugged in and supplying sufficient
voltage.
(The XR60 router will boot in standby mode if the voltage is too low—see Operating Voltage on
page 30 for details.)
• Ignition Sense (Pin 3) is connected to the battery or power source (see Step 5—Choose a Power Supply
Type on page 30 for details).

b. Press (< 5 seconds) and release the Reset button on the front panel.
Important: If you hold Reset for > 5 seconds but do not want to reset the router configuration, continue holding Reset for
> 40 seconds and then release. (The router will do a normal reboot and no configurations will change.)

If you release Reset after only 5–40 seconds, the router resets to a custom template or to factory defaults. (For details, see
Configuration Reset on page 49.)

3. Connect a test device (for example, a computer) to the LAN via:

· Ethernet—Use any Ethernet port (Ethernet 1, Ethernet 2) on the router. (All ports are factory configured for
LAN access.)
or
· USB-C (if the router is powered via the DC power connector)—The router will enumerate a virtual Ethernet
port as described in USB-C Network Connection on page 85.

4. Continue to Step 7—Startup and Software Configuration on page 45.

Step 7—Startup and Software Configuration

You can configure the AirLink OS software on the XR60 router in the following ways:

• Configure locally with AirLink OS (Web-based UI)
• Configure and Monitor Remotely with AirLink Management Service (cloud-based management service)

Configure locally with AirLink OS

To access AirLink OS and configure the router locally:

1. Connect to the XR60 through a LAN connection (e.g., a configured Ethernet port, Wi-Fi connection, or USB-C
connection).
2. Open a browser window and enter 192.168.1.1, and bypass any certificate notifications in your browser.
Note: The XR60 local interface takes between 1 and 2 minutes to respond after power has been applied.

3. Enter the default administrator NAME and PASSWORD and click SIGN IN.

· NAME: admin
· PASSWORD: [printed on the XR60 bottom label, and encoded in QR codes on
the bottom and side labels. Read with a QR code reader (as shown in this
example) to avoid any confusion between similar characters such as uppercase
"I", lowercase "l", and the number "1".]

QR code format:

<serial#>;;<password>;<SKU>;<UPC>;<regCode>;<IMEI>;
Note: For system security, ensure that you change the default password as soon as possible.

4. Configure the XR60 as required.

For configuration / usage instructions, refer to [2] AirLink OS User Guide.

Recommendation(s):

· For vehicle installations with power supplied via the DC cable connected to the vehicle battery, make sure to
set voltage levels, appropriate to your operational requirements, for entering standby mode and for
resuming normal operation.

Configure and Monitor Remotely with AirLink Management Service
AirLink Management Service (ALMS) allows remote management of all your AirLink routers from one user interface
(a “single pane of glass”).

ALMS features include:

• Centralized, remote monitoring for all your AirLink routers
• Continuous status monitoring of important health data such as cellular signal strength
• Location monitoring, including world map views
• Individual router configuration, and template-based multiple (batch) router configuration
• Single-click over-the-air firmware updates to all your routers
• Compatibility with all carriers or mobile network operators

Note: To create a free ALMS account, refer to [4] AirLink Complete leaflet (included in the box) for instructions on registering and preconfiguring
your XR60 router.

To configure the XR60:

1. Open a browser window and log in to ALMS (at the ALMS URL for your account), using your login credentials
(email address and password) for your previously-created ALMS account. Your ALMS account Dashboard is
displayed.
2. Select Monitor > Systems to display your registered routers.
3. Locate your XR60 router in the list (you can use the Filters box to narrow your search), then click the router
name to display the system details.

4. Click the Configuration button to display the router configuration interface.
5. Make and save any required configuration changes. These changes will be applied to the XR60 router the next
time it connects to ALMS.

For help with ALMS, view the user guide at source.sierrawireless.com/airvantage/almsc/.

3: Router Reboot/Reset

Rebooting / Resetting the Router

The XR60 router can be rebooted or reset using the following hardware and software methods:

· Hard reboot via the Reset button (< 5 second press and release) or AirLink OS. The configuration is not
reset.
· Reset configuration to custom template or factory defaults via the Reset button (5–20 second press and
release) or AirLink OS. The reset type is configured in AirLink OS.
· Reset configuration to factory defaults via the Reset button (20–40 second press and release) or
AirLink OS.

Hard Reboot

To reboot the XR60 without resetting the router configuration, use either of the following
methods:

· Hardware—On the front of the router, press and hold the Reset button for
< 5 seconds and release.

Important: If you hold Reset for > 5 seconds but do not want to reset the router configuration, continue holding Reset for
> 40 seconds and then release. (The router will do a normal reboot and no configurations will change.)

If you release Reset after only 5–40 seconds, the router resets to a custom template or to factory defaults. (For details, see
Configuration Reset on page 49.)

· AirLink OS—Go to System > Admin > Reboot and click REBOOT NOW.

As the router begins to reboot, the Power LED color changes from dim solid red to solid red, solid yellow, and finally
solid green when powered up, and other LEDs begin to display their regular behavior. For more information on the
LED patterns see LED Behavior on page 88.

Configuration Reset

The router’s configuration can be reset to a custom (user-defined) template or to factory defaults. The reset
functionality (type and activation method) are configured through AirLink OS.

Set Configuration Reset Functionality

To define the Reset functionality:

1. In AirLink OS, go to System > Admin > Reset Settings.
2. Select the RESET CONFIGURATION TYPE to use when a configuration reset is performed:

· Use Factory Defaults—The router will be reset to the standard factory configuration, and all user customizations
will be lost.
· Use Custom Template—The router will be reset to the customized configuration in the CURRENT
TEMPLATE (e.g., a template containing fleet-standardized settings). To use a different template, click SET
TEMPLATE and load a different file.

3. Select the reset activation method:

· Reset allowed via AirLink OS and the XR60 router’s Reset button — Select (enable) RESET BUTTON.
· Reset allowed via AirLink OS only — Deselect (disable) RESET BUTTON.

4. Click Save.

Reset to Factory Default or Custom Template Settings

To reset the XR60 router to the configured RESET CONFIGURATION TYPE using:

• AirLink OS:

a. Go to System > Admin > Reset Settings.
b. Select the RESET CONFIGURATION TYPE.
c. Click RESET SETTINGS.
d. Click RESET SETTINGS to confirm.

• XR60 router Reset button (if enabled)

· Reset to template — Press the Reset button and release after 5–20 seconds.
· Reset to factory defaults — Press the Reset button and release after 20–40
seconds.

Important: If Reset is pressed > 5 seconds and you do not want to reset to a template or to factory defaults, continue holding the Reset
button for > 40 seconds and then release. The XR60 router will do a normal hard reboot and no configurations will change.

4: Specifications at a Glance

This chapter describes XR60 router specifications, RF band and Tx power specifications, Wi-Fi support, and
mechanical specifications.

Certification and Interoperability

Table 4-1 lists certifications achieved for the XR60 router. For details, refer to source.sierrawireless.com/resources/
airlink/certification_and_type_approval/xr_series_approvals/

Reliability Specifications

Environmental Testing

Mobile Network Operator Certification

Note: Certifications listed below are achieved or pending.

Host Interfaces

SIM Card Interface

The XR60 provides a SIM card interface with the following characteristics:

• Dual SIM support (2 nano-SIM (4FF) slots)
• Supports 1.8 V and 3.3 V nano-SIMs
• Interface is compliant with the applicable 3GPP USIM standards.

General Purpose Input / Output

The XR60 provides one configurable GPIO on the DC Power connector (Pin 4)
For details, including suggested uses, see I/O Configuration on page 38.

LEDs

The XR60 router includes four status LEDs:

• GNSS
• Wi-Fi
• Cellular
• Power

For details, see LEDs on page 88.

Reset

The XR60 router can be reset or rebooted via hardware (manual reset button on front panel) or software (via the
AirLink OS). For details, see Rebooting / Resetting the Router on page 48.

Power Supplies

Power Adapter

The XR60 router uses a 4-pin power adapter connection:

• Pin 1—Power
• Pin 2—Ground
• Pin 3—Configurable ignition sense
• Pin 4—Configurable GPIO (digital I/O, analog input, current sinking), with a pull-up enable

Note: When connecting the router to a DC or AC supply, do not reuse DC power cables or AC
adapters from other AirLink routers (typically cables with black or blue connectors and black
housings). The XR60 requires the higher-power DC Power Cable (Red Connector) or DC Power
Cable (Red Connector).

Power Supply Options

The XR60 router’s operating voltage range is 7–36 V, and power can be supplied via the following sources:

• 4-pin power supplies:

· DC power supply (see DC Power Cable (Red Connector))
· AC adapter (see AC Power Adapter (Red Connector))

• USB-C power adapter (USB PD 2.0/3.0 compliant, 45 W minimum)

Note:
• The maximum ripple voltage to guarantee analog input accuracy must be 100 mVpp.
• The DC power supply can drop to 5 V during engine cranking without resetting, per SAEJ1113.
• The DC power connector on the router has reverse polarity protection for Vinput.

Low Voltage Standby Mode

By default, the router is factory-configured with low voltage standby mode enabled—this feature applies when the
router uses a DC power supply (Vinput). The default standby voltage (Vstandby) is 9 V. Therefore, the DC power supply
must provide at least Vinput at startup (i.e., the startup voltage must be greater than the standby voltage), otherwise
the router will boot and enter standby mode.

Note: Low voltage standby mode does not apply when the router is powered by USB-C.

To disable/enable low voltage standby mode or to operate the router at a lower voltage, change the low voltage
settings in AirLink OS (System > MCU > Voltage Threshold) once the router is up and running. For more information,
refer to [2] AirLink OS User Guide.

Power Supply Determination at Power-on

When the router is being powered on (as shown in Figure 4-2):

• If a 4-pin DC power supply (Vinput) is present, the router boot behavior is:

· If (Vinput < 4 V), the router will not boot with DC power. If a USB-C adapter (VUSB) is also present, the router
boots with VUSB as the supply.
· If (4 V  Vinput < Vstandby)—The router boots in standby mode.
· If (Vstandby  Vinput < 36 V)—The router boots into normal operating mode.
· If (Vinput > 36 V)—The router turns off.

• If a 4-pin AC adapter (Vinput) is present, the router boots with Vinput as the supply.
• If only a USB-C adapter (VUSB) is present, the router boots with VUSB as the supply.

Power Supply Determination at Supply Disconnect/Reconnect

While the router is operating with power provided by a 4-pin power supply, and a USB-C power adapter is also
connected (as shown in Figure 4-3 on page 60):

• If the USB-C power adapter is removed:

a. The router continues operating with power provided by the 4-pin power supply.
b. If the USB-C power adapter is plugged back in, no change occurs—power is still provided by the 4-pin
power supply.

• If the 4-pin power supply is removed:

a. The router reboots with power supplied by the USB-C power adapter.
b. After the router boots, if the 4-pin power supply is plugged back in and the ignition sense pin is:

· Low—The router enters standby mode.
· High—The router switches to the 4-pin power supply without rebooting.

Conducted Electrical Transients

• Compliant to ISO 7637-2:

· Inductive load transient specifications:
· Test Pulse 1: Scenario 2 (Class A, pulse not applicable to Vinput pin)
· Test Pulse 1: Scenario 3 (Class C)

· Harness transient specifications:

· Test Pulse 2a: Class A
· Test Pulse 2b: Scenario 2 (Class A, pulse not applicable to Vinput pin)
· Test Pulse 2b: Scenario 3 (Class C)
· Test Pulse 3a+b: Class A

• Compliant to ISO 16750-2:

· Cranking specification—Paragraph 4.6.3 (formerly Test Pulse 4): Class A, Level 2
· Load dump specifications—Paragraph 4.6.4 (formerly Test Pulse 5): Class C
· Reverse voltage—Paragraph 4.7: Class C

• Tolerates +200 V/-600 V spikes

• Uninterrupted operation during brownouts down to 5 V
GNSS Specifications
GNSS is disabled by default. It can be enabled/disabled and configured in AirLink OS (Services > Location).

Protocols

For supported software protocols (network, routing, etc.), refer to [2] AirLink OS User Guide.

Vehicle Area Networking (LAN)

• Support for all on-board devices (wired and wireless)

· Wi-Fi
· 1 Gbps Ethernet on RJ45 (Ethernet 1 port)
· 5 Gbps Ethernet on RJ45 (Ethernet 2 port)
· Serial RS-232 on RJ45 (2 ports)
· USB 3.1 on USB-C port (female)

• Compatibility

· Supports Wi-Fi certified devices
· Supports major operating systems

Security

The XR60 can secure all data transmitted to and from the local environment without the need for VPN client
software on connected devices.

• Wi-Fi Security and Authentication—See Wi-Fi, below.
• Firewall and DMZ
• Encryption and VPN

· IPSec including LAN to LAN, Host to LAN, IKEV2, MOBIKE
· FIPS-140-2 option

• Authentication and Accounting

· RADIUS/TACACS+/LDAP integration

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi is off by default. Enable/disable and configure the XR60 Wi-Fi interfaces in AirLink OS (Hardware Interfaces >
Wi-Fi Interfaces > Configuration).

Note: An issue exists where the XR60 Wi-Fi client cannot connect to a hidden SSID. Ensure that any SSIDs to which you want the router to
connect are visible to the router.

Cellular

Network Technology/Radio Frequency Bands

The XR60 supports 5G Sub-6G, LTE, and HSPA+.

Use the following tables as a guide to the radio frequencies and transmit power supported by the XR60 radio
module.

Carrier Aggregation

The XR60 router’s radio module (EM9291) supports the following carrier aggregation types:

• LTE Advanced:
· DLCA (downlink carrier aggregation)—Up to 5CC intra-band and inter-band CA components
· ULCA (uplink carrier aggregation)—2CC intra-band contiguous/non-contiguous CA, and inter-band CA (low
band and mid-high band combinations)
• 5G NR Sub-6G DLCA (downlink carrier aggregation)

For comprehensive details, refer to [1] EM92XX Product Technical Specification and [7] EM9 Carrier Aggregations and
EN-DC (Doc# 2174317).

Mechanical Specifications

• Housing—The XR60 router is made of ruggedized powder-coated aluminum and is recyclable where facilities
exist.
• RoHS—The XR60 router complies with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS). This directive
restricts the use of six hazardous materials in the manufacture of various types of electronic and electrical
equipment.

Temperature Specifications

Ambient operating temperature:

· Wi-Fi XR60 routers: -30°C to 70°C
· Non-Wi-Fi XR60 routers: -40°C to 75°C

Screw Specifications

• SIM cover captive screws (M3X6; Phillips head )—6±0.75 kgf/cm (5.2±0.65 in lbf; 0.59±0.07 Nm)
• DIN rail mount screws: 1.1 Nm (9.74 in-lb; 11.22 kgf/cm)
• Router mounting screws, customer-supplied. Recommendation: M5, pan head, used with split washers
(e.g., Bossard BN 762)

· Screw length depends on mounting surface material (substrate):
· Minimum: 35 mm; Typical: 40 mm
· Example: For direct mounting against a wood surface, use an M5 pan head wood screw with sufficient
length to penetrate the wood substrate (e.g., minimum 40 mm, but longer if necessary).
· Torque specification will vary by screw head/plating/class. For a pan head, Phillips/Torx, Zn plated, class 4.5
screw, torque to ~20 kgf/cm (~17.4 in-lb; 1.96 Nm)

5: Regulatory Information

This chapter describes required details for specific certifications. For a general list of certifications, see Table 4-1 on
page 50.

Important Information for Users in the United States

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Antennas listed at www.sierrawireless.com/router-solutions/antennas/ have been designed for use with the XR60
platform. Antennas of the same types within the defined gain limits may be used with the XR60.

Antennas must be installed such that the following separation distances are maintained:

• Minimum 20 cm between the antennas and the user

This device can operate in collocation with cellular radios not exceeding the specifications in the following table.

Important Information for Users in Canada

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.

L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation,
Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation
est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :

1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage ;
2. L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre
le fonctionnement.

Antennas listed at www.sierrawireless.com/router-solutions/antennas/ have been designed for use with the XR60
platform. Antennas of the same types within the defined gain limits may be used with the XR60.

To ensure that the XR60 meets Health Canada’s Safety Code 6 requirements, a separation distance of at least 20 cm
(8 inches) must be maintained between the router’s antenna and the body of the user and any nearby persons at all
times and in all applications and uses Antennas used must not exceed the maximum allowable gain specified in this hardware user guide.

Wi-Fi Antenna Gain

Important Information for Users in the European Union and the
United Kingdom

Indoor Use Restrictions

Notice for Brazilian Users

IECEx Compliance

Applicable standards

WEEE Notice

A: Antennas

Antenna Separation

B: Accessories

DC Power Cable (Red Connector)

AC Power Adapter (Red Connector)

Serial Port Adapter Cable—Single

C: Thermal Protection

The XR60’s maximum ambient operating temperature is 75°C.

If the ambient temperature rises above 75 °C, a thermal mitigation algorithm may throttle performance depending
on the device’s power utilization. When the temperature returns to the valid operating range, the router resumes
normal operation.

D: USB-C Network Connection

Windows

E: LEDs

F: References

G: Customer Support

H: Glossary