WisGate Soho Lite RAK7266 8 Channel LoRa Gateway EU868 with LTE

The WisGate Soho Lite RAK7266 is a compact indoor LoRaWAN gateway from the WisGate series, designed for versatile IoT applications. Thanks to the pre-installed LoRa concentrator RAK2287 with SX1302 chipset, the gateway supports eight LoRa channels and is suitable for EU868 band networks. The device offers multiple backhaul options: the integrated LTE Cat 1 modem EG915U-EU allows mobile data transmission, while 2.4 GHz WiFi and a 100 Mbit/s Ethernet port are available for local configuration and wired network access. Power is supplied via a stable 12 V DC input; an EU power adapter is included. External LoRa and LTE antennas with RP-SMA connectors ensure flexible placement and optimal signal conditions; the WiFi antenna is internally integrated. Inside, an MT7628 processor with 128 MB DDR2 RAM operates, supplemented by a pre-installed 16 GB TF storage for logs and configuration data. The firmware-based WisGateOS 2 software provides functions such as integrated LoRaWAN network server, packet forwarder, basic station, and remote management via WisDM, and supports LoRaWAN Class A and C devices. With dimensions of 166.0 × 127.5 × 36.0 mm, the device is suitable for installation in control cabinets or for wall and rail mounting; the IP30 protection rating allows for use in dry indoor environments. The plastic construction (PC+ABS) offers robustness at a weight of 673 g, including accessories. The gateway supports the LoRa regions EU868, IN865, and RU864 and can be adapted to different reception conditions through external antennas.

Features:

Eight LoRa channels ensure high data throughput in the EU868 band and provide flexibility for IoT projects.
The integrated LTE Cat 1 modem EG915U-EU enables mobile data transmission and offers FDD bands B1, B3, B5, B7, B8, B20, and B28 as well as GSM bands B2, B3, B5, and B8.
2.4 GHz WiFi interface (802.11b/g/n) with AP mode facilitates configuration and local networking.
The external LoRa antenna (RP-SMA) and the external LTE antenna (RP-SMA) allow flexible positioning; the WiFi antenna is internally executed.
Power supply via 12 V DC input; an EU power adapter is included and the power consumption remains low.
Integrated nano-SIM slot, Type-C console port, RJ45 Ethernet socket, as well as reset button and micro SD slot facilitate installation and service.
WisGateOS 2 offers local and remote management, integrated LoRaWAN network server, packet forwarder, MQTT bridge, VPN options and OTA updates.
Robust PC+ABS construction, IP30 protection and operating temperature range of –10 °C to +55 °C make the device ideal for indoor use.

Application Examples:

Installation in smart home systems for connecting sensors and actuators via LoRaWAN and LTE backhaul.
Building small LoRaWAN networks in commercial buildings, farms, or energy facilities to collect meter and environmental data.
Use as a gateway in smart building solutions with energy monitoring, water detection, and security applications.
Provision of a private LoRa network in remote areas with LTE fallback, such as for weather stations or surveillance cameras.
Test platform for developers who want to trial LoRaWAN prototypes under real network conditions with WiFi, Ethernet or LTE backhaul.

Documentation:

RAK Wiki

Technical Data:

Manufacturer: RAKwireless
Manufacturer SKU: 715206
Compute module: MT7628 SoC with 128 MB DDR2 RAM and integrated 2.4 GHz WiFi (802.11b/g/n)
LoRa concentrator: RAK2287 mini PCIe card with SX1302 / SX1303 chip, 8 channels, frequencies EU868/IN865/RU864 (configurable), transmission power up to 27 dBm, reception sensitivity up to −139 dBm
Mobile: Quectel EG915U-EU LTE Cat 1 module with nano-SIM slot; supports FDD bands B1/B3/B5/B7/B8/B20/B28 and GSM bands B2/B3/B5/B8
Interfaces: RJ45 Ethernet (10/100 Mbit/s), USB Type-C console, DC 12 V input, RP-SMA connector for LoRa antenna, RP-SMA connector for LTE antenna, internal WiFi antenna, reset button, TF card slot with pre-installed 16 GB SD card
Software: WisGateOS 2 (based on OpenWrt) with integrated LoRaWAN network server, packet forwarder, basic station, MQTT Bridge, VPN support, WisDM remote management
Power supply: 12 V DC, via included power adapter
Operation: LoRaWAN Class A and C, multi-backhaul (Ethernet, WiFi, LTE)
Environment: operating temperature −10 °C to +55 °C, relative humidity 0–95% (non-condensing), IP30
Dimension: 166.0 × 127.5 × 36.0 mm
Weight: 673 g