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MDS iNET 900

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Market Applications

  • Long range megabit-speed wireless Ethernet
  • Gateway for serial/legacy networks and/or devices to an IP network
  • Video and/or Voice-over-IP
  • Mobile network access for vehicle

 

 

Wireless IP/Ethernet Connectivity

The MDS iNET 900™ is a long range, high speed, industrial wireless IP/Ethernet solution. It allows customers to bring business information over Ethernet or a serial gateway and onto networks. This includes mission-critical, revenue-generating data from fixed assets such as oil and gas wells, compressor stations, pipelines, fluid storage tanks and utility meters. It also enables portable network access for vehicle based operation. MDS iNET 900 ™ is available in four configurations:

  • Access Point/Remote Dual Gateway, provides both serial and Ethernet connections, and is configurable by the customer as either an access point or a dual gateway.
  • Remote Serial Gateway, provides two serial ports with data encapsulation over UDP or TCP.
  • Remote Ethernet Bridge, provides Ethernet connectivity to multiple devices.
  • P21 Protected Network Station Option.

Any one of the above units can be ordered with two radios in one chassis in a cold standby configsuration. MDS iNET 900 ™ uses advanced 900 MHz FHSS technology for license-free operation in the 902-928 MHz ISM band. It is capable of up to 60 mile range (line-of-sight)2 and up to 512 kbps over-the-air data rate communications. This product is available for use in Class 1, Division 2, Groups A, B, C & D hazerdous locations.1

Why use an MDS iNET 900 wireless networking solution?

Longest range industrial product in its class. Providing lowest cost of ownership.

Reliable. A protected Access Point (P21) provides the high system availability required for mission-critical applications. Remote stations can also be protected for point-to- point links.

Secure wireless operation with multiple layers of protection, including 900 MHz FHSS physical layer and 128-bit data encryption.

Flexible. The MDS iNET 900 supports multiple users connecting to multiple applications via multiple protocols on the same MDS iNET 900 or the same network - simultaneously!

Future proof. We use open standards architecture design, and upgradeable firmware to ensure customer investment protection over the long-term.

Comprehensive mangement. Compatible with MDS NETview MS™ for remote management. MDS NETview MS™ Network Management System is based on a platform independent Java application. It is application independent with a centralized SNMP server and integrates with multiple vendor platforms.

More Information

Features

  • Simultaneously Handles Multiple Protocols/Applications/Users - over one radio or over one network
  • Remotes have both Ethernet & Serial interfaces Ð allowing migration of existing serial devices to IP networks
  • Industrial Grade Performance Ð UL Class 1 Div 2 1 & Extended temperature range for extreme environments
  • Industrial Grade IP/Ethernet
  • Long Range Ð Up to 60 miles 2
  • High Speed Ð Up to 512 Kbps 2
  • Secure Ð Multiple security levels; preventing eavesdropping and unauthorized access
  • Reliable Ð Protected Network Station option, enhances network availability
  • License free Ð Deploy immediately
  • Plug and Play connectivity Ð configuration requires virtually no setup
  • MDS NETview MSª advanced SNMP management system Ð for simplified troubleshooting and network operation

Specifications


General
Data Rate: 512/256 Kbps user configurable air link 1,200-115,200 bps serial ports
Frequency Bands: 902-928 MHz ISM band
Spreading Mode: Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum
Range (256 kbps)2:
Typical Fixed Range: 15 miles
Maximum Fixed Range: 60 miles
Typical Mobile Range (parked): 5 miles
Typical Mobile Range (moving): 3 miles
Range (512 kbps)2:
Typical Fixed Range: 8 miles
Maximum Fixed Range: 15 miles

Radio
System Gain: 141 dB @ 256 Kbps; 134 dB@ 512 Kbps
Carrier Power: 0.1 to 1 watt (20 to 30 dBm)
Output Impedance: 50 Ohms
Occupied Bandwidth: 316.5 kHz
Modulation: CPFSK (Continuous Phase FSK)
Reciever Sensitivity: -92 dBm @ 512 Kbps with 10-6 BER -99 dBm @ 256 Kbps with 10-6 BER
Configurations: Access Point/Remote Dual Gateway Serial and Ethernet Remote Serial Gateway Serial only Remote Ethernet Bridge Ethernet only (with multipdrop capability)

Physical Interface
Ethernet: 10BaseT, RJ-45
Serial: COM 1: RS-232/V.24, DB-9F, DCE COM 2: RS-232/V.24, DB-9M, DTE
Antenna: TNC connector (female)
LEDs: Lan, Com1, Com2, Power, Link

Protocols
Wireless: CSMA/CA with Collision Avoidance
Ethernet: IEEE 802.3 Spanning Tree (Bridging), IGMP, IP (DHCP, ICMP, UDP, TCP, ARP)
Serial: PPP Encapsulation over IP (tunneling) for serial async multidrop protocols including Modbus, DNP.3, DF1, BSAP.

Management
HTTP (embedded web server), TELNET, local console, SNMPv1/v2/v3, MIB II, Enterprise MIB SYSLOG MDS NETView MSª

Environmental
Temperature: -30¡C to +60¡C (-22¡F to +140¡F)
Humidity: 95% at 40¡C (104¡F) non-condensing
Input Power: 10.5-30 Vdc (13.8 Vdc nominal)
Current Consumption: Rx: 2.8W from 10.5 to 24 Vdc Rx: 3.5W from 24.5 to 30 Vdc Tx: 8W from 10.5 to 24 Vdc Tx: 9W from 24.5 to 30 Vdc

Mechanical
Case: Die Cast Aluminum
Dimensions: 3.15 H x 17.2 W x 11.2 D cm (1.25 H x 6.75 W x 4.5 D in.)
Weight: 908 g (2 lb.)
Mounting Options: Flat surface mount brackets, DIN rail, 19" rack tray
P21 Option
Case Steel (rack mountable 2U)
Dimensions: 8.9 H x 48.3 W x 35.6 D cm (3.5 H x 19 W x 14 D in.)
Weight 7.6 kg (14.7 lbs) with transceivers

Agency Approvals
FCC Part 15.247 UL/CSA Class 1 Div. 2 1 (UL 508, UL 1604) IC

Configuration Diagrams

1 The transceiver is not acceptable as a stand-alone unit for use in the hazardous locations described above. It must either be mounted within another piece of equipment, which is certified for hazardous locations, or installed within guidelines, or conditions of approval, as set forth by the approving agencies. 2 Typical fixed range calculation assumes a 6 dBd gain Omni on a 100 ft tower at the AP, a 10 dBd gain Yagi on a 25 ft mast at the remote with output power decreased to yield maximum allowable EIRP (36 dBm), a 10 dB fade margin,and a mix of agricultural and commercial terrain with line of sight. Typical mobile range calculation assumes a 6 dBd gain Omni on a 100 ft tower at the AP, a 5 dBd gain Omni with 1 watt output power at 6 ft height, a 10 dB fade margin, and 90% reliability with near line-of-sight in a mix of agricultural and commercial terrain. Maximum range achieved with a clear line-of-sight path, and fresnel zone clearance. Actual performance is dependent on many factors including antenna height, blocked paths and terrain.


GE MDS products are manufactured under a quality system certified to ISO 9001. GE MDS reserves the right to make changes to specifications of products described in this data sheet at any time without notice and without obligation to notify any person of such changes.

Copyright 2005 GE MDS Inc. (MDS iNET SL0093) Rev P, 02-25-05