SenseCAP M1
Technical Specifications
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| Product Classification | |
|---|---|
| Product Profile | LoRaWAN Gateway |
| Environment / Deployment | Indoor |
| Primary Use Cases | Helium IoT, LoRaWAN Network, IoT Deployments |
| Network & Ecosystem | |
| Supported Network / Ecosystem | Helium |
| Connectivity / Protocol | LoRaWAN, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, BLE |
| LoRaWAN Regional Compatibility | |
| Supported Regions | EU868, US915, AU915, AS923, AS923-JP |
| Frequency Range | 863–870 MHz / 902–928 MHz depending on regional version |
| LoRaWAN Technical Specifications | |
| LoRaWAN Class | Class A, Class C |
| LoRa Chipset / Concentrator | WM1302 / WM1303 (Semtech SX1302 / SX1303) |
| TX Power | Up to 26 dBm |
| RX Sensitivity | -125 dBm @ 125 kHz/SF7; -139 dBm @ 125 kHz/SF12 |
| Antenna Type | External omni-directional LoRa antenna |
| Antenna Gain | EU868: 2.8 dBi; US915: 2.6 dBi |
| Antenna Impedance | 50 Ohm |
| Antenna Connector | RP-SMA Female |
| Gateway Specifications | |
| Gateway Type | Helium Hotspot |
| Processor | Raspberry Pi 4 (Broadcom BCM2711, Quad-core Cortex-A72 64-bit @ 1.5GHz) |
| RAM | 2GB / 4GB / 8GB depending on version |
| Storage | 64GB MicroSD Card |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz IEEE 802.11ac |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0, BLE |
| Ethernet | Ethernet RJ45 |
| GPS | No |
| PoE Support | No |
| DC Input | DC 5V / 3A |
| Backhaul | Wi-Fi or Ethernet |
| Built-in Network Server | No |
| Gateway OS / Firmware | Automatic OS OTA and Docker-based Software OTA |
| Interfaces | USB Type-C (Power) ×1, Ethernet RJ45 ×1, RP-SMA Female Antenna Connector ×1 |
| Power | |
| Power Method | USB-C |
| Input Voltage | DC 5V / 3A |
| Solar Support | No |
| Replaceable Battery | No |
| External Power Support | No |
| Physical & Environmental | |
| IP Rating | IP20 |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C |
| Operating Humidity | 0%–90% RH (non-condensing) |
| Dimensions | 154 × 100 × 44 mm |
| Weight | 370 g |
| Mounting Method | Desktop / Wall |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminum |
| Cooling / Heat Dissipation | Aluminum enclosure, heatsink and cooling fan |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, RCM, RoHS, UKCA |
Product Overview
What is SenseCAP M1
SenseCAP M1 is a high-performing, ready-to-use LoRaWAN indoor gateway compatible with Helium LongFi Network. SenseCAP M1 can connect to The People’s Network within a few simple steps in minutes, and helps you build Long Rang applications with low costs. SenseCAP M1 provides miles of wireless network coverage and data transmission capacity for Long Range/LoRaWAN devices. It helps you join and contribute to the infrastructure of The People’s Network while enjoying the benefits from the Helium community
System Structure
Features:
- Handy Setup to Helium Network. 6 steps, 5 minutes, ready to go.
- Powered by Mature Hardware Solutions. Raspberry Pi 4(2G/4G/8G RAM) and WM1302/WM1303 (Semtech SX1302/SX1303) baseband Long Range chip.
- Secured and Reliable. Built-in ECC608 crypto chip, high-security authentication, and reliable connectivity.
- Automatic Online Upgrades. Automatic OTA upgrades, without manual operation.
- Remote Diagnosis. Built-in remote diagnostics mechanism, efficient online support.
- 64GB Large Storage. 64GB MicroSD card large storage, extending the lifetime of the gateway, fulfilling the memory requirement of potential upgrade.
- Efficient Cooling Solution. Aluminum enclosure with a heatsink and cooling fan inside, ensuring long-term and stable operation.
- Multiple Accessories. Fiberglass antenna, slider pad for sliding rod installation, and upcoming outdoor enclosure, etc.
- FCC and CE Certificated. Available for personal and commercial use.
Hardware Solutions
As a LoRaWAN gateway with powerful and stable performance, SenseCAP M1 is based on Raspberry Pi 4 (2G/4G/8G RAM) and embedded with a WM1302/WM1303 (Semtech SX1302/SX1303) Long Range concentrator, featuring miles of wide range of coverage and low-power consumption just as the electricity consumption of an ordinary light bulb.
Frequency Band Support
SenseCAP M1 has US915/EU868 versions with FCC/CE certificates respectively. It also supports frequency plans including EU868 / US915 / AU915 / KR920/ AS923 without further configuration. Each version has the corresponding antenna and power adapter. You could choose the frequency band version according to your placement region.
Communication Security
For the critical security issue, a built-in ECC608 crypto chip is embedded for highly secure authentication to effectively safeguard your device.
Automatic Online Updates
SenseCAP M1 provides operating system OTA and Docker-based software OTA to enable automatic online upgrades, without any activation or monitoring operation. Coming with a 64G MicroSD card, it also fulfills the memory requirement of potential upgrade.
Remote Diagnosis
A mature mechanism for remote diagnosis is built within SenseCAP M1, enabling timely online user support for possible issues of the SenseCAP M1 on your request.
Efficient Cooling Solution
SenseCAP M1 comes with a better cooling solution. It has a heatsink and a cooling fan in the aluminum enclosure, which enables it to manage temperature automatically even in harsh environments, ensuring long-term and stable operation.
Handy Setup to Helium Network
SenseCAP M1 is super convenient to use. You could easily place your SenseCAP M1 next to your windows or fixed on the wall. It is also recommended to set gateways 350-400 meters away from each other to broaden the network coverage and to achieve more gains.
As a Helium compatible gateway with built-in Bluetooth, you can easily set up the SenseCAP M1 with the Helium App on your smartphone in minutes by following 6 simple steps (see detailed instructions on the SenseCAP M1 Wiki Page). SenseCAP M1 supports both WiFi or Ethernet connection to the internet.
Policies & Guidelines
Warranty, shipping, and purchasing information
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- Covered faults include verified manufacturing defects, internal component failures not caused by the Customer, delivery damage, and hardware received in a non-operational condition.
- Depending on the technical findings, the resolution may include remote diagnosis, replacement parts, repair, or an equivalent replacement.
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- The Customer is responsible for shipping an authorized warranty return to the service location specified in the RMA case.
- Unauthorized firmware, third-party overclocking, or unsupported modifications may affect warranty coverage only where they caused the fault or prevent reliable diagnosis.
- Damage caused by improper electrical installation, power surges, liquid exposure, inadequate cooling, operation outside specified environmental limits, or tampering with the serial number may be excluded from warranty coverage.
- Covered repairs are targeted for completion within 10 business days after receipt at the authorized service location. If additional time is required, the Customer will receive a written update or an alternative resolution plan.
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