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Y201-G Mini 4G DTU Specification

Y201-G

Reference: Y201-G Technical ManualCountry Coverage: Country Coverage Quick Guide

Contents

  1. Overview
  2. Ordering Information
  3. Key Features
  4. Technical Specifications
  5. Interfaces and Indicators
  6. Mechanical and Installation
  7. 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.

ItemDescription
PositioningIndustrial 4G Cat.1 serial DTU
Power Input9 to 36 VDC wide-range input
Serial InterfaceRS232 / RS485 / TTL, depending on model
Cellular NetworkLTE Cat.1
Socket Channels4 channels per serial port: A / B / C / D
ConfigurationConfig 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 uplink
  • IF: Serial interface type, 485, 232, or TTL

2.2 SKU List

SKUSerial InterfaceTypical Application
Y201-G-485RS485Industrial bus and meter collection
Y201-G-232RS232Legacy serial equipment networking
Y201-G-TTLTTLDirect 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

  1. Nationwide 4G Cat.1: Supports mainstream FDD and TDD bands for industrial cellular deployments.
  2. Wide Voltage and High Reliability: 9 to 36 VDC input with reverse-polarity protection and Level 4 ESD protection.
  3. Flexible Serial Options: Supports RS232, RS485, and TTL with configurable serial parameters.
  4. Multi-Protocol Transparent Transmission: Supports TCP, UDP, HTTP, MQTT, peer-to-peer transmission, and SMS transparent transmission.
  5. Four-Socket Architecture: A single serial port can run channels A, B, C, and D in parallel.
  6. Enhanced Data Handling: Supports registration packets, heartbeat packets, offline cache, and data format conversion.
  7. Smart Data Collection: Supports active Modbus polling and JSON reporting.
  8. Remote O&M Ready: Supports local upgrade, HTTP upgrade, remote AT, and remote device management.

4. Technical Specifications

4.1 Electrical and Environmental

ParameterSpecification
Dimensions74.6 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 Humidity5 to 95% RH, non-condensing
Power Connector5-pin, 2.54 mm pluggable terminal
Supply Voltage9 to 36 VDC
Current Consumption100 mA @ 12 V

4.2 RF Specifications

ParameterSpecification
LTE-FDDB1 / B3 / B5 / B8, uplink/downlink 5/10 Mbps
LTE-TDDB34 / B38 / B39 / B40 / B41, uplink/downlink 2/8 Mbps
TX Power, FDDClass 3, 23 dBm +/-2 dB
TX Power, TDDClass 3, 23 dBm +1/-3 dB

4.3 Serial Specifications

ParameterSpecification
Interface TypeRS232, 3-pin / RS485, 2-pin / TTL, 3-pin
Baud Rate1200 to 460800 bps, default 115200
ParityNONE / ODD / EVEN
Data Bits8
Stop Bits1 / 2
Flow ControlNFC / 485

4.4 Protocol and Software Functions

ItemSpecification
Network ProtocolsDNS / TCP / UDP / PING
Transparent TransmissionTCP Client / UDP Client / HTTP / MQTT / Peer-to-peer / SMS
Socket CapabilitySocket A / B / C / D per serial port, A enabled by default
PacketizationLength 64 to 1024, default 1024; interval 1 to 300 ms, default 5 ms
Registration / HeartbeatIndependently configurable per serial port, disabled by default
Upgrade MethodLocal USB upgrade and HTTP upgrade

5. Interfaces and Indicators

5.1 Main Interfaces

InterfaceDescription
Power Terminal5-pin, 2.54 mm terminal for wide-range DC input
Serial TerminalRS232 / RS485 / TTL, depending on model
SIM SlotCellular access
Antenna Connector4G antenna connection
USBMicro USB for upgrade and maintenance

5.2 LEDs and Button

ItemMeaning
PowerSteady on when powered
WORKFast blink: not registered; slow blink: registered to base station
DATAOff: server disconnected; on: connected; blinking: serial data activity
Reload ButtonPress and hold for 3 to 10 s to restore default parameters

6. Mechanical and Installation

Y201-G Dimensions

ItemDescription
Dimensions74.6 x 22.6 x 18.1 mm
MountingBracket 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