MTC18
FRMCS radio module

For the next generation of cab radios

The next generation of cab radios will be based on FRMCS technology and will initially utilise a data transmission system that offers extremely high bandwidth and remarkably low latency. In addition, security and reliability will be improved by utilising private and commercial 5G networks. Based on its many years of expertise in GSM-R, analogue train radio and LTE-based radio modules, Funkwerk has developed a compact 5G-based radio module with an integrated application processor for the next generation of train communication.

The mobile radio interfaces are implemented using the integrated industry standard-compliant modem. This not only ensures support for different mobile radio systems and frequency bands, but also outstanding future viability and flexibility.

This makes the MTC18 also fulfils future requirements in global use and can be easily adapted to national circumstances.

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Highlights

Supports a variety of 5G bands
Wide-range power supply from 24 to 110 V DC
Control via a patch-capable embedded operating system based on Linux
Integrated industry standard-compliant FRMCS modem
fulfils the requirements of EU Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/1730

Technical data

Dimensions & weight

Construction method

Compact slide-in unit for a 19“ frame

Height

128.4 mm with front panel and antenna sockets

Width

106.3 mm with front panel and antenna sockets

Depth

198.4 mm with front panel and antenna sockets

Dimension front panel

21 TE / 3 U

Weight

max. 0.75 kg

Ambient conditions

Degree of protection according to EN 60529

IP20 (when installed)

Vibrations and shocks

according to EN 50155

EMC

in accordance with EN 50121-3-2 and EN 50155

Climatic conditions

Operating temperature range

-25 °C to +70 °C

Storage temperature

-40 °C to +85 °C

Maximum gradient

± 1 °C/min Ambient temperature

Relative humidity

according to EN 50155

Power supply

Operating voltages (tolerances according to EN 50155)

24 V to 110 V DC

Voltage interruption

S1 (no interruption) according to EN 50155

Maximum power consumption

130 W

HF properties

Transmission power

31 dBm (5G Power Class 1)

Operating frequencies

5G bands (n1, n3, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n40, n78, n100, n101)
4G bands (B1, B3, B7, B8, B20, B28a, B38, B40)
GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, BDS, Galileo)

Sensitivity, HF filtering / blocking properties

The module complies with the relevant 3GPP requirements

Mechanical structure

HF connection

2

GNSS connection

1

Ethernet interface

2

RS422 serial interface

1

Power supply

1

Protective conductor connection

1

Reset button

1

LED

8 LEDs for operating statuses

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The MTC18 realises FRMCS operation in a single independent module. It provides interfaces to the on-board infrastructure and a powerful application processor with a Linux-based operating system.

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