KNOT LR8 Kit: LoRa® IoT Gateway with CAT-M & NB Connectivity
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KNOT LR8 kit

KNOT LR8 Kit: An out-of-the-box 863-870 MHz IoT Gateway for LoRa® technology that integrates Narrow Band (NB) and CAT-M connectivity. It combines the versatility of multiple protocols with cost-effective operation, making it the first LoRa® gateway with a CAT-M interface.

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The KNOT LR8 Kit is an all-in-one solution for IoT enthusiasts and professionals, addressing the challenge of managing diverse device interfaces and protocols. This LoRa® gateway can connect devices ranging from legacy models to the latest tech, bridging gaps across systems with efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Key Features

  • LoRa® Gateway with Pre-installed UDP Forwarder

    • Seamless integration with public or private LoRa® servers.
    • Supports 8 channelsListen Before Talk (LBT), and spectral scan for optimized performance.
  • Narrow Band and CAT-M Connectivity

    • Cost-efficient, low-bandwidth cellular connections compatible with global mobile operators.
    • Ideal for setups requiring minimal data usage, such as vending machines or agricultural sensors.
  • Multi-Protocol Support

    • Compatible with 2.4 GHz wirelessBluetoothGPSLoRa®, and GPIOs.
    • Supports BLE tags like iBeaconEddystone, and other advertisement formats.
  • Extensive Connectivity Options

    • Dual 100 Mbps Ethernet ports with PoE-in and PoE-out for flexible power options.
    • Additional Micro-USB port for supplementary connectivity.
  • Robust Hardware for Versatile Applications

    • Compact design with a DIN rail mount for seamless integration into industrial setups.
    • Built-in GPIO pins for analog sensor inputs and interaction with custom electronics, such as robotics or single-board computers.
  • Low-Cost Cellular Plans

    • NB/CAT-M plans are significantly cheaper than LTE, making it ideal for long-term IoT deployments.
  • Durable Outdoor Design

    • Ideal for rugged applications such as agriculturecold chain monitoringasset tracking, and industrial manufacturing.

Ethernet test results

RB924iR-2nD-BT5&BG77&R11e-LR8 QCA9531 100M two port test
Mode Configuration 1518 byte 512 byte 64 byte
kpps Mbps kpps Mbps kpps Mbps
Bridging none (fast path) 16.3 197.9 47.0 192.5 297.6 152.4
Bridging 25 bridge filter rules 16.3 197.9 47.0 192.5 80.4 41.2
Routing none (fast path) 16.3 197.9 47.0 192.5 233.1 119.3
Routing 25 simple queues 16.3 197.9 47.0 192.5 131.4 67.3
Routing 25 ip filter rules 16.3 197.9 47.0 192.5 49.1 25.1
  1. All tests are done with Xena Networks specialized test equipment (XenaBay),and done according to RFC2544 (Xena2544)
  2. Max throughput is determined with 30+ second attempts with 0,1% packet loss tolerance in 64, 512, 1518 byte packet sizes
  3. Test results show device maximum performance, and are reached using mentioned hardware and software configuration, different configurations most likely will result in lower results

The device has an operating system preinstalled and licensed. No separate purchase is necessary and the product is ready to use. The device includes free software updates for the life of the product or a minimum of 5 years starting from date of purchase..

MikroTik
RB924iR-2nD-BT5&BG77&R11e-LR8
New
Product code
RB924iR-2nD-BT5&BG77&R11e-LR8
Architecture
MIPSBE
CPU
QCA9531
CPU core count
1
CPU nominal frequency
650 MHz
Switch chip model
QCA9531
RouterOS License
4
Operating System
RouterOS
Size of RAM
64 MB
Storage size
128 MB
Storage type
NAND
MTBF
Approximately 200'000 hours at 25C
Tested ambient temperature
-40°C to 70°C
Number of DC inputs
3 (DC jack, PoE-IN, MicroUSB)
DC jack input Voltage
12-57 V
Max Power consumption
23 W
Max power consumption without attachments
5 W
Cooling type
Passive
PoE in
802.3af/at
PoE in input Voltage
18-57 V
PoE out ports
Ether2
PoE out
802.3af/at
Max out per port output - input (less than 30 V)
650 mA
Max out per port output (input more than 30 V)
450 mA
10/100 Ethernet ports
2
Number of SIM slots
1 Modem (Nano SIM)
Serial port
RS485
Number of USB ports
1
Max USB current (A)
1
Voltage Monitor
Yes
PCB temperature monitor
Yes
Wireless 2.4 GHz Max data rate
300 Mbit/s
Wireless 2.4 GHz number of chains
2
Wireless 2.4 GHz standards
802.11b/g/n
Antenna gain dBi for 2.4 GHz
1.5
Wireless 2.4 GHz chip model
QCA9531
MicroUSB input Voltage
5v
MiniPCI-e slots
1
Wireless 2.4 GHz generation
Wi-Fi 4
Certification
CE, EAC, ROHS
Bluetooth version
5.2
Bluetooth RF connector type
uUFL
IP
20

General information

All students who attend the Training can receive a free L4 license from MikroTik. Training should be at least three days long.

Students are allowed to take the certification test ONLY upon the attendance of individual training course, in the class, under the supervision of a MikroTik Certified Training Partner.

Each certification test consists of a pre-defined % of random questions (multiple choice and true/false) from specific question categories. Items also have a difficulty parameter. MTCNA test is generated from more straightforward questions, Advanced tests – from more difficult questions.

Only one attempt is allowed. The test must be finished within one hour. The passing grade is set to 60%. There are 25 questions in the exam.

Certificate numbers and RouterOS L4 licenses are assigned automatically by MikroTik. Students can see their certificates and generate license keys once logged into the account server. Printed documents from MikroTik cost USD 30 per piece. Shipping is not included.

Remote training sessions and certification exams are not allowed.

MikroTik Certification Test without prior attendance of particular MikroTik Training Session is not allowed.

Wireless Netware offers every participant a free RouterBOARD hAP-ac-lite.

The price includes class attendance, course materials, coffee breaks and lunch, "Only for local Training." The amount does not cover travel and accommodation expenses.

Please bring (very important): Laptop, power extension strip (10ft./3m) with five sockets, one long Ethernet cable (16ft./5m+) and several short Ethernet cables.

Cost: Early bird price for the course is $850. It is valid 15 days before the scheduled session, referring to the MikroTik Training website. The price will be $1050 after the early bird date. The price includes class attendance, course materials, coffee breaks and lunch," Only for local Training." The amount does not cover travel and accommodation expenses. Seating is limited to only four students. The seat is reserved and guaranteed just after the payment is received in full amount.

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