Wavecom's Fastrack GSM/GPRS modem based on the 'WISMO within' approach offers cutting-edge technology that opens a world of opportunities for new developments and existing point-to-point or point-to-multipoint connectivity headaches.
Its rugged reliability makes the Fastrack modem a preferred wireless solution in some key areas: machine-to-machine communication, automotive applications and even offer voice communication for industrial requirements.
The modem offers customers plug-in-connection via RS232 connectivity to many applications for remote - monitoring, switching and control and notification of pre-or post-event status - purposes through either SMS, data or voice connectivity in conjunction with cellular network packages simply through inserting the relevant SIM card package from whichever network is available or preferred.
Remote connectivity
The Fastrack modem uses existing cellular technology to provide new services for machine-to-machine communications. Because they are compact these external modems are rugged enough to stand up to extreme temperatures and shock, and can be installed in almost any environment.
The Fastrack GMS/GPRS modem allows the user to use the existing GSM infrastructure to keep track of dozens or even hundreds of remotely-located machines. For example, the one can monitor stocks in candy bar and cold drink dispensers remotely whilst at the same time offering remote maintenance access and event reporting for the monitoring and control of critical alarms. Another typical example would be remote access for the automatic downloading of readings from utility meters or data loggers at regular intervals or in realtime.
Popular and cost-effective switching methods include SMS either on circuit switched or GPRS as the preferred carrier system or even DTMF for active call switching methods.
Due to its small size and reliable GSM/GPRS capabilities, the WISMO Fastrack is suited for automotive applications. Used with global positioning systems (GPS) in vehicles, one example is a security system for fleet owners. The modem can automatically send an alarm to the police or security post, and GPS can locate the vehicle within 100 m. A security post can then send a data message to automatically shut down the engine.
Apart from security, other uses are: realtime logistics management; navigation; engine monitoring; hands-free voice communication; live video link up.
Some key features: dual band GSM/GPRS modem (EGSM900/1800 MHz); fully type approved; output power: Class 4 (2 W @ 900 MHz) and Class 1 (1 W @ 1800/1900 MHz); input voltage 5-32 V; input current: always on version (GPRS) is 13,2 mA in idle mode, 130 mA in communication (GSM 900), 94 mA in communication (GSM 1800/1900) @ 13,2 V; dimensions are 98 x 54 x 25 mm and weight 130 g.
For more information contact Derick Roberts, Trinity Telecomms, 011 465 7377, [email protected]
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