4G Connect provides 4G (LTE) internet access for your boat, using MIMO technology with dual antennas for fast, long-range connectivity. It has a full WiFi router function, allowing multiple devices to connect wirelessly. It also has LAN and WAN ports for connecting to high-power WiFi devices or satellite modems.
The Standard model has built-in antennas for good performance in port. The Pro model ships with two external high-gain antennas for excellent long-range performance, recommended for use afloat.
4G Connect is unlocked, allowing you to use any mobile provider's SIM card. Tests show that Vodafone's lower frequencies, along with a competitive European data roaming allowance, make it ideal for European cruising yachtsmen.
To use, turn on 4G Connect, connect to its password-protected WiFi hotspot, and your device is online. Digital Yacht’s WL510 high-power WiFi solution can be connected to the WAN port for a choice between WiFi and 4G. iKommunicate connects to the LAN port for boat NMEA data on the WiFi network.
Download the full presentation for 4G Connect here. The 4G Connect Pro comes with a 23ft (7m) cable kit, with options for 33ft (10m) or 66ft (20m) cables.
- High-performance 4G/LTE modem with fallback to 2G/3G.
- SIM unlocked for any network provider.
- Internal antenna with MIMO technology.
- LTE Class 3 modem with speeds up to 70Mbps.
- WiFi interface for tablets and phones.
- Offers good performance in port on GRP boats.
- Ethernet LAN port for connection to iKommunicate.
- Ethernet WAN port for satellite or high-power WiFi connection.
- 12V DC operation with less than 5W power consumption.
- Easy installation and upgrade to Pro with external antennas and cabling.
| Power | 9-30V DC (less than 5W) |
| Operating Temp | -40 to +75°C |
| Physical | Main unit: 180 x 125 x 55mm (excluding antennas). Weight: 670g. Protection: IPX4. |
| 4G/LTE | CAT 4 with speeds up to 70Mbps. Class 3 Modem with up to 25dBm output. Supports various LTE and UMTS bands. Dual MIMO antennas. |
| Interfaces | 1 x LAN 10/100 Ethernet Port, 1 x WAN 10/100 Ethernet Port, WiFi 802.11b/g/n with 64/128-bit WEP/WPA/WPA2 encryption. |