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AnyRover V3 – Mobile Access Router

This is a dual-modem high-speed LTE and WLAN router with integrated GPS receiver, Ethernet switch and Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) capability.

The AnyRover V3 Mobile Access Router (MAR) is an optimised solution for professional use in mobile applications in vehicles. It offers secure communication and high functionality in a very compact and energy-optimised solution. The powerful device enables seamless integration into IPsec and OpenVPN networks or the Internet. Advanced security functions are available with the integrated firewall and NAT support.

Thanks to the optional MobileIP accordang to IETF RFC 5944, the AnyRover V3 always remains accessible under the same IP address - regardless of the technology on which the current connection to the Internet is based. The MAR always remains connected to its home agent and can therefore be reached from the home network. The AnyRover V3 can even cope with different encryption technologies for each transmission technology.

The NXP i.MX6D processor with its 1GHz dual core and 1 GByte DDR3 RAM enable high data rates even when using IPsec and MobileIP, for example. When used in vehicles, the low power consumption saves the battery even during long periods of use.

With support for 4G/LTE and 3G/HSPA+, the AnyRover V3 enables HD video transmissions via mobile networks in real time, such as those used in traffic monitoring or many other applications. With its two modem option, it can connect to two mobile networks simultaneously, enabling seamless roaming between two different providers or two generations of mobile networks (4G, 3G, future government broadband networks).

MIMO antenna technology is now available as an option for an optimised connection to the mobile network.

2 x 2 Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) means that the AnyRover establishes two parallel data streams via two neighbouring antennas. This results in an increase in data rate of up to 50 % compared to just one antenna under the same reception conditions. Where MIMO communication is not possible due to poor network coverage, the two channels are either used for beamforming (a type of electronically adjustable directional antenna) or the second channel is used for an uninterrupted cell change (handover). This requires a combination antenna that contains two mobile networks antenna elements.

The AnyRover V3 can optionally be equipped with one or two integrated dual band 802.11 b/g/n WLAN cards. Each can be configured individually to client mode, access point or in mesh mode (IEEE 802.11s). With WPA2 (AES) encryption and 802.1x/EAP authentication, the system guarantees secure WLAN communication.

By using two WLAN cards at the same time, one of them can be used as an access point for clients while the other logs on to a network as a client. In the mobile sector, this function is used, for example, when the vehicle is in the garage and is to be serviced via the local service WLAN (software downloads).

The WLAN option can also be ordered with MIMO technology.

The highly sensitive GPS receiver is also available with 3D dead reckoning technology. The use of dead reckoning enables uninterrupted navigation and localisation even in places where there is no GPS signal, e.g. in tunnels, multi-storey car parks or under buildings, thanks to advanced sensor technology. The position is immediately available even after the vehicle has been parked for a long time period.

The integrated 10/100 MBit/s Ethernet switch allows the connection of up to four devices. One or more ports can be separated from the others using internal VLANs (IEEE 802.1q). In this way, a DMZ can be set up for additional security requirements.

One of the Ethernet ports can be configured as a WAN port. As soon as this port is connected to an alternative communication interface (DSL, satellite), this connection can be set as a new path to the central network automatically. This function is primarily used as a backup or alternative link function.

With two different types of Power over Ethernet (PoE) modules, the AnyRover V3 can be supplied in Powered Device (PD) mode or feed PoE devices (max. 12.94 W according to IEEE 802.3af) that are connected to up to the two Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) Ethernet ports. Both SMA or FAKRA antenna connector options are available.

The AnyRover V3 does also provide configurable general purpose input and output interface (GPIO). These can be used to control external hardware (e.g. relays or lamps) or to evaluate analogue/digital input signals.

The operating temperature of the AnyRover V3 is -20 °C to +75 °C. The wide supply voltage range of 8 to 52 volts provides direct supply capability to various vehicle and fixed installations.

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The AnyRover V3 has two optional serial interfaces (RS232, DB9 connector) on the rear enclosure panel. These can be used, for example, to send GPS data to a navigation application. We can also provide a turn-key solution that reads vehicle data from its CAN bus (e.g. the vehicle's mileage or fuel level) and that forward that data to a central location. This means that vehicles can be called into the workshop for servicing in a much more targeted manner, thus saving on vehicle maintenance costs. A module that adds a direct CAN interface to the AnyRover V3 is available on request.

The AnyRover V3 is configured via a configuration file. For usage in a vehicle fleet, an automated SIM card-based configuration deployment by a device management system is available too.

The system is based on a Linux OS and therefore allows software extensions and software updates. Additional functions are easy to integrate, which enables optimal integration of specific customer requirements. If a lot of memory is required for applications, it can be expanded using a MicroSD card, USB memory stick or an external hard drive.