Like other models in its line, the Cradlepoint CTR500 broadcasts signals from personal mobile broadband modems to create a wireless hotspot for your business partners, friends, and family.  The CTR500 broadband travel router was designed specifically for mobility; to share your internet connection wherever you go.

This travel-sized, sleek 3G/4G router stands above the rest for its versatility.  The CTR500 contains three separate connection ports, each built for a different mobile broadband device: a USB port, an Ethernet port and an ExpressCard slot.  No matter what your connection to the web, the CTR500 can build you a network.

The Cradlepoint CTR500 also features a failover function.  What's this?  With multiple ports, you can plug in several modems at a time.  So let's say that you've got an ExpressCard locked in to the CTR500 as well as an Ethernet cable.  If the Ethernet suddenly fails, the CTR500 automatically connects to the cellular network through the ExpressCard.  This ensures reliable, continuous connectivity, making your web experience simpler and easier.

Designed specifically for travel, this 3G/4G router fits easily into pockets or computer cases.  The elegant, streamlined design features a signal strength indicator on the cover, keeping you informed about your connection status.  The mobile broadband router also supports up to 32 users and WiFi-enabled devices, so you'll never have to worry about overloading the network.

This broadband travel router also sports a few other neat features.  The CTR500 includes an on/off switch for the WiFi signal and a special lock for the ExpressCard, preventing it from coming loose.  A WiFi antenna jack also  allows users to attach high-gain WiFi antennas to the CTR500. This could amplify your signal strength.

All in all, the Cradlepoint CTR500 offers plenty of innovative features that make it suitable for a wide spectrum of users and applications. Don’t need coverage for 32 users? The Cradlepoint PHS300 is a great option for up to 16 users. To cover up to 64 users, check out the Cradlepoint MBR1000 3G/4G Router.  

Box Includes:

• Mobile Broadband Router
• AC adaptor for power supply

Technical Specifications:

• Ports: ExpressCard/USB/Ethernet (supports both LAN output and WAN input connections)
• Network Range: 150 ft.
• Maximum User Capacity: 32 people
• Warranty: 1 year
• Return Policy: 30 day money-back guarantee



WiFi: IEEE802.11b/g

Connections: 3G USB data connection, Express Card cellular modems, 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet port (switchable LAN/WAN)

Firewall: NAT with SPI
Security: Enable/Disable SSID, Internet Access Control
Encryption: 64/128 bit WEP, WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
Compatibility: Windows 98SE+, Mac OS X, Linux and WiFi-enabled Products
Certifications: FCC, CE, IC, RoHS, Wi-Fi Alliance

Compatibility Information

3 (UK)

USB

Huawei E156G 

Alltel

USB

Franklin CDU-550
Huawei EC168/C
Huawei EC228
Pantech UM175
UTStarcom UM150
(Pantech UM150)

AT&T

USB

Option QuickSilver
Sierra Wireless 881U
Sierra Wireless 875U
USBConnect 881
USBConnect Mercury
USBConnect Lightning
ZTE MF636

ExpressCard

Option GT Max 3.6 Express
Option GT Ultra Express

Phones

Blackberry 8310 (Curve)
Blackberry 9000 (Bold)
HP iPaq 910
Motorola RAZR v3xx
Motorola Q v9h
Samsung Blackjack
Samsung SGH-A707

B-Mobile (Japan)

USB

ZTE MF626

Bell (Canada)

USB

Novatel Wireless U760 
Novatel Wireless MC998D

BridgeMAXX WiMAX

USB

ZTE TU-25 

Clear 4G

When using the Clear WiMAX network, the following Modem Firmware must be loaded onto the CradlePoint Router.


USB

Clear USB Modem
Clear USB 4G Modem
Franklin U300 (3G and 4G) 

Comcast High-Speed2Go

When using the Comcast High-Speed2Go network, the following Modem Firmware must be loaded onto the CradlePoint Router

USB

Franklin CMU-300 (3G and 4G)
ZTE TU-25

Cricket

USB

Calcomp a600
Pantech UM100
Pantech UMW185 

E-Mobile (Japan)

USB

D02HW
D11LC
D12LC
D21HW
D21LC
D22HW

nTelos

USB

Franklin CDU-680

ExpressCard

Kyocera KPC680

NTT Docomo (Japan)

USB

LG L-02A

O2 (UK)

USB

Sierra Wirless Compass 889U

Orange (UK)

USB

Huawei E160E 

Pioneer Cellular

USB

Franklin CDU-680
Sierra Wireless USB 598

ExpressCard

Sierra Wireless Aircard 402

Rogers (Canada)

USB

Novatel MC950D
ZTE MF636 (Rocket Stick)
ZTE MF668 (Rocket Stick) 

ExpressCard

Novatel X950D

Softbank (Japan)

USB

Softbank C01LC   

Generic UMTS/GSM Devices

These devices were tested using the AT&T network in the United States and may or may not work with other UMTS/GSM carriers internationally.

USB

Huawei E220
Huawei E160E - Orange Branded
Novatel MC930D
Novatel MC950D
Sierra Wireless 880U
Sierra Wireless 885U
(Compass 885)
ZTE MF626

ExpressCard

Sierra Wireless 880E
Huawei E870
Huawei E870 - Orange Branded

Generic CDMA Devices

These devices were tested on CDMA networks that have approved these devices for use around the world and may or may not work with carriers that have approved them for use on their networks.  For specific information, please the carrier you are looking for usage approval of these devices on their network.

USB

Huawei EC168C
Sierra Wireless USB 598

ExpressCard

Sierra Wireless Aircard 402

Sprint

When using the Sprint WiMAX network, the following Modem Firmware must be loaded onto the CradlePoint Router


USB 4G/3G

Franklin U300
Franklin U301 

USB 3G

Franklin CDU-680
Novatel MiFi 2200
Novatel U720
Novatel U727
Novatel U760
Sierra Wireless 595U
Sierra Wireless Compass 597U
Sierra Wireless Compass 598U

ExpressCard

Novatel EX720
Novatel C777
Sierra Wireless Aircard 402
Sierra Wireless 597E

Phones

Blackberry 8703e
Blackberry 8130
Blackberry 8330
Blackberry 8830
¹HTC Touch
¹HTC Mogul (6800)
¹HTC Apache (6700)
LG Fusic LX-500
LG Muziq
Motorola KRZR
Motorola RAZR V3c
Motorola RAZR2
Motorola Q
Motorola Q9c
Palm Centro
Palm 700w
Palm 755p
Samsung A900
Samsung A900M
Samsung A920
Samsung ACE
Samsung i830
Samsung SPH-m520
Sanyo SCP-8400
Sanyo Katana
Sanyo Katana 2
Sanyo M1  

Telus (Canada)

USB

Sierra Wireless U306
Sierra Wireless 595U
Sierra Wireless 597U
Sierra Wireless 598U 

ExpressCard

Sierra Wireless 597E

Time Warner Cable Roadrunner Mobile 4G

When using the Roadrunner Mobile 4G network, the following Modem Firmware must be loaded onto the CradlePoint Router

USB

Franklin CMU-300 (3G and 4G)
Franklin U301 (3G and 4G)
Motorola 25w100

T-Mobile

USB 

Huawei UMG-181

ExpressCard

Option GE442

T-Mobile (UK)

USB 

ZTE MF637

Verizon

USB

Novatel MiFi 2200
Novatel USB720
Novatel USB727
Novatel USB760
Sierra Wireless 595U
Pantech UM150
Pantech UM175
Pantech UMW190

ExpressCard

Kyocera KPC680
Novatel V740
Novatel PC770 

Phones

Blackberry 8703e
Blackberry 8130
Blackberry 8330
Blackberry 8830
Blackberry 9530 (Storm)
LG VX7200
LG VX8000
LG VX8300
Motorola RAZR V3c
Palm 700p
Palm 700w
Verizon XV6800

Virgin Mobile

USB

Novatel MC760

Vodafone (UK)

USB

Huawei K3565

1- The user experience with devices running Windows Mobile is less robust than other phones and modems. Windows Mobile devices connected to either a PC or a CradlePoint router have exhibited erratic behavior while using data sharing capabilities. Issues include frequent disconnects for no apparent reason and remedies entail frequent rebooting the phone and or removing the phone's battery. This problem is not something that can be resolved by CradlePoint Technology and will need to be addressed by the phone manufacturer. Please refer to our release notes.