Wireless IP/Ethernet ConnectivityThe 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:
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
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Specifications General | Transmitter | Receiver | Interfaces | Environmental | Physical | Network Management | Agency Approvals | Protocols | 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 |
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