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Y201-G Mini 4G DTU Specification

Reference: Y201-G Technical ManualCountry Coverage: Country Coverage Quick Guide
Contents
- Overview
- Ordering Information
- Key Features
- Technical Specifications
- Interfaces and Indicators
- Mechanical and Installation
- Application Notes
1. Overview
Y201-G is the 4G Cat.1 model in the Y201 mini DTU family. It bridges serial devices to cellular networks and supports nationwide 4G connectivity, wide-range power input, and four transparent Socket channels. The device supports TCP, UDP, HTTP, MQTT, peer-to-peer transmission, SMS transparent transmission, and Modbus polling with JSON reporting.
It is designed for industrial remote monitoring, energy metering, building automation, and environmental monitoring where wired network access is not available.
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Positioning | Industrial 4G Cat.1 serial DTU |
| Power Input | 9 to 36 VDC wide-range input |
| Serial Interface | RS232 / RS485 / TTL, depending on model |
| Cellular Network | LTE Cat.1 |
| Socket Channels | 4 channels per serial port: A / B / C / D |
| Configuration | Config tool, serial AT, network AT, SMS AT |
Highlights
- Compact housing for easy integration into control cabinets and edge devices
- Four concurrent Socket channels for multi-platform data access
- SMS transparent transmission, transparent AT, and offline cache for weak-network scenarios
- Hardware and software watchdogs with self-recovery logic
- Modbus active polling and JSON reporting to reduce platform-side parsing work
2. Ordering Information
2.1 Model Naming
Y201-G-IF
G: 4G Cat.1 uplinkIF: Serial interface type,485,232, orTTL
2.2 SKU List
| SKU | Serial Interface | Typical Application |
|---|---|---|
| Y201-G-485 | RS485 | Industrial bus and meter collection |
| Y201-G-232 | RS232 | Legacy serial equipment networking |
| Y201-G-TTL | TTL | Direct connection to embedded controller boards |
2.3 Standard Package
1 x Y201-G device, electronic documentation, warranty information.
Optional accessories: 4G antenna, power adapter, serial cable harness, mounting accessories.
3. Key Features
- Nationwide 4G Cat.1: Supports mainstream FDD and TDD bands for industrial cellular deployments.
- Wide Voltage and High Reliability:
9 to 36 VDCinput with reverse-polarity protection and Level 4 ESD protection. - Flexible Serial Options: Supports RS232, RS485, and TTL with configurable serial parameters.
- Multi-Protocol Transparent Transmission: Supports TCP, UDP, HTTP, MQTT, peer-to-peer transmission, and SMS transparent transmission.
- Four-Socket Architecture: A single serial port can run channels A, B, C, and D in parallel.
- Enhanced Data Handling: Supports registration packets, heartbeat packets, offline cache, and data format conversion.
- Smart Data Collection: Supports active Modbus polling and JSON reporting.
- Remote O&M Ready: Supports local upgrade, HTTP upgrade, remote AT, and remote device management.
4. Technical Specifications
4.1 Electrical and Environmental
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 74.6 x 22.6 x 18.1 mm, excluding tabs, antenna connector, and terminal |
| Operating Temperature | -35 to 75 C, standard version |
| Extended Temperature | -40 to 85 C, extended version |
| Operating Humidity | 5 to 95% RH, non-condensing |
| Power Connector | 5-pin, 2.54 mm pluggable terminal |
| Supply Voltage | 9 to 36 VDC |
| Current Consumption | 100 mA @ 12 V |
4.2 RF Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| LTE-FDD | B1 / B3 / B5 / B8, uplink/downlink 5/10 Mbps |
| LTE-TDD | B34 / B38 / B39 / B40 / B41, uplink/downlink 2/8 Mbps |
| TX Power, FDD | Class 3, 23 dBm +/-2 dB |
| TX Power, TDD | Class 3, 23 dBm +1/-3 dB |
4.3 Serial Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Interface Type | RS232, 3-pin / RS485, 2-pin / TTL, 3-pin |
| Baud Rate | 1200 to 460800 bps, default 115200 |
| Parity | NONE / ODD / EVEN |
| Data Bits | 8 |
| Stop Bits | 1 / 2 |
| Flow Control | NFC / 485 |
4.4 Protocol and Software Functions
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Network Protocols | DNS / TCP / UDP / PING |
| Transparent Transmission | TCP Client / UDP Client / HTTP / MQTT / Peer-to-peer / SMS |
| Socket Capability | Socket A / B / C / D per serial port, A enabled by default |
| Packetization | Length 64 to 1024, default 1024; interval 1 to 300 ms, default 5 ms |
| Registration / Heartbeat | Independently configurable per serial port, disabled by default |
| Upgrade Method | Local USB upgrade and HTTP upgrade |
5. Interfaces and Indicators
5.1 Main Interfaces
| Interface | Description |
|---|---|
| Power Terminal | 5-pin, 2.54 mm terminal for wide-range DC input |
| Serial Terminal | RS232 / RS485 / TTL, depending on model |
| SIM Slot | Cellular access |
| Antenna Connector | 4G antenna connection |
| USB | Micro USB for upgrade and maintenance |
5.2 LEDs and Button
| Item | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Power | Steady on when powered |
| WORK | Fast blink: not registered; slow blink: registered to base station |
| DATA | Off: server disconnected; on: connected; blinking: serial data activity |
| Reload Button | Press and hold for 3 to 10 s to restore default parameters |
6. Mechanical and Installation

| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 74.6 x 22.6 x 18.1 mm |
| Mounting | Bracket or DIN-rail mounting, depending on project accessories |
Installation recommendations:
- Keep the antenna away from strong interference sources and high-current cables.
- Add fuse and surge protection on the power side.
- For RS485 wiring, use shielded twisted pair and proper grounding.
7. Application Notes
- 4G cloud connectivity for serial devices: Upload PLC, sensor, or meter data to a cloud platform over 4G.
- Multi-center data access: Use four Socket channels to separate monitoring, maintenance, backup, and business traffic.
- SMS emergency channel: Use SMS transparent transmission or SMS AT for backup control in weak-network scenarios.
- Active data collection and reporting: Enable Modbus polling and JSON upload to reduce polling load on the platform.
- Remote maintenance and upgrade: Use network AT and HTTP upgrade to reduce on-site service costs.
For detailed parameter settings and AT commands, see the Y201-G Technical Manual.
- Manufacturer: Hunan YenGear Tech Co., Ltd.
- Address: Room 21014, Building 1, Fudi Xingguang Tiandi, Yingxin Road, Yuhua District, Changsha, Hunan, China
- Email: hi@yengear.com
- Website: www.yengear.com
