Base Station RAK 7289CV2
Overview
Features
Hardware features
- Industrial-grade IP67/NEMA-6 housing with cable glands
- PoE (802.3af) + surge protection
- Dual LoRa concentrators supporting up to 16 channels
- Backhaul via Wi-Fi, LTE, and Ethernet
- GPS satellite navigation
- Supports 12V DC or autonomous power supply
- Internal antenna for Wi-Fi, GPS and LTE, external antenna for LoRa
Software features
- WisGateOS 2 software (redesigned and enhanced)
- OpenVPN support
- Built-in network server
- LoRaWAN 1.0.3 (upgrade to LoRaWAN 1.0.4 planned)
- Base station with forwarding function
- LoRa frame filtering (node whitelist)
- MQTT v3.1 bridge with TLS encryption
- LoRa frame buffering in forwarding mode during network server failure (no data loss)
- Listen Before Talk compatible device detection support (optional)
- Fine timestamping support (optional)
Technical specifications
- Gateway model: RAK7289CV2 WisGate Edge Pro (SKU: 715123)
- CPU module RAK634: MT7628 processor + DDR2 128MB memory
- Satellite navigation (GPS/GNSS): ZOE-M8Q
- Wi-Fi specification
- Frequency: 2.412–2.472 GHz (802.11b/g/n)
- MIMO: 2×2
- RX sensitivity (min): -95 dBm
- TX power (max): 20 dBm
- 2.4 GHz channels: 1–13
- LoRa specification
- Module: 1× PCIe LoRa SX1303 (supports up to two modules)
- Channels: 8 (optionally up to 16)
- Receive sensitivity max: -139 dBm
- Transmit power max: 27 dBm
- Frequency: 868 MHz (EU868 region)
- Listen Before Talk: yes
- 4G/LTE specification (Europe version)
- Chip: Quectel EG95-E, IoT/M2M with LTE Cat 4 optimization
- LTE FDD: B1/B3/B7/B8/B20/B28A
- WCDMA: B1/B8
- GSM/EDGE: B3/B8
- Power supply: PoE (IEEE 802.3af) DC 37V ~ 57V
- Ethernet: RJ45 (10/100 Mbps)
- Antenna
- LoRa: 1 or 2 N-type connectors
- LTE: internal antenna
- WiFi: internal antenna
- Protection rating: IP67
- Housing material: plastic, aluminum alloy
- Installation method: pole or wall mount
- Operating temperature: -30°С to +55°С
Outdoor IP67
PoE (IEEE 802.3af) DC 37V ~ 57V
Documentation
User Manual Open in Wiki ↗
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The RAK7289CV2 WisGate Edge Pro gateway concentrator is the flagship product of the RAK Edge Series, designed for commercial IoT deployment in outdoor environments. Built from industrial-grade components ensuring high reliability and stability.
Key Features
Hardware Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Enclosure | Industrial grade IP67/NEMA-6 with cable glands |
| Power | PoE (802.3af) + surge protection |
| LoRa Channels | Up to 16 channels (dual SX1303 concentrators) |
| Backhaul | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, LTE (4G) |
| Navigation | GPS/GNSS (ZOE-M8Q) |
| Backup Power | 12V DC and RAK Battery Plus support |
| Antennas | Internal (Wi-Fi, GPS, LTE), external (LoRa) |
Software Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| OS | WisGateOS 2 (OpenWRT-based) |
| LoRaWAN | Version 1.0.3 (1.0.4 planned) |
| Network Server | Built-in Network Server |
| VPN | OpenVPN, WireGuard support |
| MQTT | v3.1 with TLS encryption |
| Buffering | Data storage during server connection loss |
| Remote Management | WisDM platform |
| Listen Before Talk | Optional |
| Fine Timestamping | Optional |
Technical Specifications
General Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | RAK7289CV2 WisGate Edge Pro |
| SKU | 715123 |
| Processor | MT7628 |
| Memory | DDR2 128 MB |
| Storage | microSD 16 GB (pre-installed) |
| GPS/GNSS | ZOE-M8Q |
| Dimensions | 240 × 240 × 89.5 mm |
| Weight | 4.6 kg |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminum alloy, plastic |
| Protection Rating | IP67 / NEMA-6 |
| Mounting | Pole or wall mount |
Operating Conditions
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | −40°C to +70°C |
| Storage Temperature | −40°C to +85°C |
| Humidity | 0–95% (non-condensing) |
LoRa Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Module | PCIe LoRa SX1303 (1 or 2 pcs.) |
| Number of Channels | 8 (up to 16 with two modules) |
| Receive Sensitivity | −141 dBm (min.) @ SF12 |
| Transmit Power | up to 27 dBm |
| Frequency (Europe) | 868 MHz (EU868) |
| Other Frequencies | IN865, US915, AU915, KR920, AS923, EU433, CN470 |
| Listen Before Talk | Available |
| Antenna Connector | N-Type (1 or 2 pcs.) |
Wi-Fi Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard | IEEE 802.11 b/g/n |
| Frequency | 2.412–2.472 GHz |
| Channels | 1–13 |
| Configuration | 2×2 MIMO |
| RX Sensitivity | −95 dBm (min.) |
| TX Power | up to 20 dBm |
| Antenna | Built-in |
4G/LTE Specifications (CV2 version)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Chip | Quectel EG95-E (Europe) |
| Category | LTE Cat 4 (IoT/M2M) |
| LTE FDD | B1/B3/B7/B8/B20/B28A |
| WCDMA | B1/B8 |
| GSM/EDGE | B3/B8 |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Antenna | Built-in |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| PoE | IEEE 802.3af, 37–57 V DC |
| DC Input | 12 V (waterproof connector) |
| Compatibility | RAK Battery Plus (RAK9155) |
Warning: Third-party solar chargers are not recommended due to overvoltage risk. Use only compatible RAK Battery Plus system.
Interfaces
| Interface | Description |
|---|---|
| Ethernet | RJ45 (10/100 Mbps) with PoE |
| Console | USB Type-C |
| LoRa | N-Type connector (1–2 pcs.) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM slot |
| GPS/Wi-Fi/LTE | Built-in antennas |
Application Areas
Agriculture
- Livestock monitoring
- Environmental monitoring
- Irrigation management
- Greenhouse control
Industry
- Predictive equipment maintenance
- Production line monitoring
- Supply chain automation
- Energy consumption control
Smart City
- Infrastructure management
- Traffic control
- Power grid management
- Environmental monitoring
WisGateOS 2 Software
WisGateOS 2 is an operating system based on the latest OpenWRT kernel with security improvements.
Key Features:
- IPv6 and OpenSSL 1.1 support
- Multi-user access
- LoRa frame filtering (node whitelist)
- Data buffering during server connection loss
- Built-in LoRaWAN network server
- Packet Forwarder mode for external servers
- Extensions: OpenVPN, WireGuard VPN, etc.
Remote Management:
- WisDM platform for gateway fleet management
- OTAA firmware updates
- Real-time status monitoring
Installation and Mounting
Package Contents
- RAK7289CV2 Gateway
- LoRa Antenna (N-Type)
- Mounting kit (pole/wall)
- Cable glands
- Installation guide
Installation Requirements
- Height: 6–10 m recommended for optimal coverage
- Orientation: LoRa antenna pointing vertically
- Power: PoE injector or 12V DC source
- Network: Cat5e/Cat6 Ethernet cable
Mounting Procedure
- Select installation location with good line of sight
- Install bracket on pole or wall
- Attach gateway to bracket
- Connect LoRa antenna to N-Type connector
- Connect Ethernet cable with PoE
- Insert SIM card (if using LTE)
- Verify indication and operation
Tip: When using autonomous power, connect gateway to Battery Plus instead of PoE.
Certification
RAK7289CV2 gateway is certified:
CE, FCC, ISED, JRL, JTBL, KC, MA, NBTC, REACH, RED, RoHS, RCM, RSM, TDRA, UKCA, WPC
Additional Information
- Autonomous Power Kit — solar panel and Battery Plus
- LoRaWAN Technology — protocol description
- LoRaWAN Mesh — coverage extension
- System Architecture — ROSSMA network components
- ROSSMA NETS Server — network management
- Troubleshooting — problem diagnosis
Related Pages
- Device Catalog — all ROSSMA IIoT-AMS devices
Description:
The RAK7289CV2 WisGate Edge Pro gateway concentrator is one of the best RAKwireless products, designed for commercial IoT deployment in outdoor environments, built from industrial-grade components ensuring high reliability and device stability. The RAK7289 WisGate Edge Pro gateway supports up to 16 LoRa channels, multi-channel backhaul via Ethernet and Wi-Fi, including cellular connectivity. Optionally, a dedicated port is provided for various power options with full integration of the RAK Battery Plus autonomous green energy solution. The completely new design allows LTE, Wi-Fi, and GPS antennas to be placed directly inside the housing.
The LoRa RAK7289CV2 WisGate Edge Pro gateway provides a unified ready-to-deploy solution. The LoRa concentrator software and its user interface have been updated to WisGateOS 2, based on the latest OpenWRT kernel with new IPv6 and OpenSSL 1.1 security additions, multi-account access, and much more. Remote gateway maintenance is available through the WisDM platform. The user-friendly WisGateOS 2 web interface looks somewhat different and contains much more information in tooltips. WisGate Edge Pro RAK7289CV2 is suitable for any chosen use case, whether instant deployment or custom interface and functionality setup.