Setu SCX Datasheet
Product Overview
Setu SCX is a cost‑efficient and compact single‑channel Indoor LoRa® gateway designed for small‑scale IoT deployments inside commercial and enterprise environments. Engineered for seamless and reliable wireless coverage in localized spaces, it acts as the perfect network extender for smart buildings and industrial interiors.
With Wi‑Fi and Cellular backhaul connectivity, Setu SCX eliminates the need for wired infrastructure—making it ideal for installations in places where Ethernet cabling is not available or practical. The ultra‑low‑power, fanless design ensures silent operation in offices, retail stores, hospitals, hotels, and indoor utility rooms.
Setu SCX supports AES‑128 encrypted communication, OTA configuration and monitoring through MQTT / HTTPS secure and scalable network performance.
Whether enabling indoor environmental monitoring, asset tracking, energy management, occupancy sensing, or small‑area automation—Setu SCX provides a simple, powerful, and plug‑and‑play LoRa® network entry point for rapid IoT adoption.
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Key Features
Compact Single‑Channel LoRa® Gateway Designed for localized indoor IoT deployments with small device density and focused wireless coverage.
Dual Backhaul Connectivity Wi‑Fi and Cellular connectivity for environments without Ethernet cabling or wired network access.
Plug‑and‑Play Installation Simple onboarding using MacCloud, DHCP auto‑connect and rapid provisioning for non‑technical deployment teams.
Enterprise‑Grade Security AES‑128 encrypted LoRa® communication with secure TLS‑based OTA configuration and device authentication.
Fanless Silent Operation Zero‑noise design ideal for commercial indoor spaces like offices, hospitals and retail stores.
Low‑Power Architecture Efficient operation optimized for 24/7 uptime while reducing overall infrastructure cost.
Universal Server Compatibility Works with private network servers with MQTT, HTTP, HTTPS integration.
Flexible Mounting Wall and ceiling installation supported for optimized RF propagation inside buildings.
Suited Applications
Smart Buildings & Offices Indoor LoRa® connectivity hub for BMS automation, energy management and workplace monitoring.
Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities Reliable gateway for indoor asset tracking, patient safety systems and environmental compliance.
Retail & Shopping Centers Supports people counting, occupancy analytics and warehouse-to-store supply chain tracking.
Hotels & Hospitality Spaces Enables smart room controls, environmental sensors and maintenance alerts for enhanced guest experience.
Smart Campuses & Education Wide indoor-area gateway for security, environment sensing and resource optimization in institutions.
Industry 4.0 & Factory Floors Connects predictive maintenance sensors and equipment monitoring systems across industrial interiors.
Data Centers & Server Rooms Ideal for temperature, humidity and access monitoring in controlled indoor areas.
Warehouses & Inventory Areas Backbone for indoor logistics, RFID extensions and smart storage infrastructure.
Public Venues & Indoor Infrastructure Reliable LoRa® coverage for airports, metros and community facilities.
Technical Specification
General
Specifications
Part Order Number
Setu SCX
Product Brand
Macnman Technologies Pvt Ltd
System Hardware
Specifications
Processor Type
nRF5340 Dual‑Core Bluetooth® LE & LoRa Gateway MCU
Number of Cores
Dual‑Core (1× Application + 1× Network Core)
Clock Speed
128 MHz (Application Core) / 64 MHz (Network Core)
Memory Size
512 KB RAM
Memory Architecture
Low‑Power Multi‑Core Shared Memory Architecture
Internal Flash
1 MB On‑Chip Flash + External Flash Support
USB Port
Debug Interface (Bottom of Enclosure)
Connector Type
USB Type‑C
Interface Protection
Surge Protection Enabled
LoRa
Specifications
Compatibility
Macnman LoRa Nodes & Controllers
Supported Frequency Bands
IN865
Channel Support
Single‑Channel (1 × Uplink / 1 × Downlink)
Data‑Rate
Fixed Data‑Rate – No ADR (single‑channel limitation)
Tx Power
+23 dBm @ IN865/868 MHz +20 dBm @ 915 MHz
Rx Sensitivity
Down to –136 dBm @ SF12, BW 125 kHz
Antenna Type
External High‑Efficiency LoRa Antenna
Device Capacity
Optimized for Localized Indoor Installations with Small Node Density
Backhual
WiFi
Bands
2.4 GHz ISM Band
5 GHz ISM Band
Standards
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n, 802.3, 802.3u, 802.11e-compatible bursting
Modulation Schemes
BPSK, QPSK, 16 QAM, 64 QAM
Security
WEP, TKIP, AES, WPA, WPA2
Antenna
External Antenna Integrated in Enclosure
Backhual
Cellular Lte*
Cellular Bands
B1 / B3 / B5 / B7 / B8 / B20 / B28
Standards
3GPP LTE, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, 802.11e-compatible bursting
Modulation Schemes
BPSK, QPSK, 16‑QAM, 64‑QAM
Security
WEP, TKIP, AES, WPA, WPA2
Antenna
Internal Antenna Integrated in Enclosure
Supported
Protocols
MQTT
HTTP
HTTPS
Physical
Characteristics
Power Supply
9-36 V PoE
Operating Temperature
-40°C to +80°C
Humidity Range
0% to 100% RH (non-condensing)
Ingress Protection
IP35
Housing Material
Aluminium
Color
Matte White
Weight
~190g
Mounting Options(Brackets)
Pole Mounting / Wall Mounting
Certifications &
Compliance
WPC
Compliant
RoHS
Conforms to RoHS directive
Security &
Encryption
Data Encryption
AES-128 end-to-end encryption
Authentication
OTAA activation modes (Nodes)
Firmware Protection
Secure boot and signed OTA updates
Setu SCX Variants
| Variant Name | Power Source | Wifi | Ethernet | Cellular | Ideal For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Setu SCX1 | 12–24 V (Power) | ✔️ | ✖️ | ✖️ | Ideal for small indoor networks with stable Wi-Fi backhaul such as offices, retail stores and hospitality environments. |
| Setu SCX2 | 12–24 V (Power) | ✔️ | ✖️ | ✔️ | Designed for mission‑critical deployments where Ethernet, Wi‑Fi and LTE failover ensure uninterrupted connectivity in industrial and multi‑site facilities. |
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