Does the Portable modem work or need a 12-24V adapter?

Yes, the modem can run off 12V – 24V.

It comes with a 230/240V to 12V wall plug for mains power. If you want to run the modem off your battery/cigarette lighter plug we recommend you buy our 12-24V DC Surge Protection Adaptor add-on during sign up or contact us – this will keep the modem safe from voltage spikes.

Existing customers who didn’t purchase a 12-24V DC Surge Protection Adaptor during signup can order one here.

Our 12-24V DC Surge Protection Adaptor is engineered to convert from your vehicle’s DC power system into a steady and reliable 12V output for your devices. We recommend using our power adapter instead of any third party units as our device is tested and guaranteed to work with Wireless Nation modems. Please note that the cord measures 2 meters in length.

Our adapters have built in voltage regulation and a self recovery fuse that is designed to protect both the adapter and connected devices from overcurrent or voltage irregularities. In the event of an overcurrent situation or if the input voltage goes out of the excepted input range, the fuse will activate and cut off power delivery. It will automatically reset and allow power delivery to resume once the input voltage returns to the safe operating range.