900MHz High Speed Data Radio
The RFI-9256 radio is a license free frequency hopping modem in the 900MHz ISM Band, designed for long-range data transfer and reliable telemetry operation in industrial environments.
Features
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Dual RS232 ports for separate data streams
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1 Watt transmit power (software selectable)
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Up to 30km line of sight*
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115,200 bps air data rate
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Multi-mode LED front panel display for diagnostics, including RSSI meter
- Protocol addressing and routing support, DNP-3, Modbus and IEC 870 compatibility
Applications
The RFI-9256 is suited for applications in Utilities, Mining, Agriculture and Transport industries where reliable wide area data transfer is critical.
The data radio can be used in small scale telemetry systems, with almost any PLC, RTU, HMI or DCS vendor for monitoring and control of critical assets.
Telemetry applications include pipeline monitoring, pump station and tank control, irrigation, fan and pressure control, and environmental monitoring.
The radios are also used in complex GPS systems for fleet tracking and management, and high precision correctional systems for machine control and automation.
Specifications
| Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum |
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Users can select from a range of pseudo random hopping sequences to avoid interference in the license free band. |
| Data Integrity |
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User selectable Automatic Retry Request (ARQ) combined with radio CRC offers a high level of data integrity for end-to-end error free transmission. |
| Diagnostics at a Glance |
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The front panel LEDs display diagnostic information indication such as Received Signal Strength (RSSI), transmit power, radio temperature and RS232 port status. |
| Adjacent Channel Rejection |
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Superior receiver design enables good data recovery even in crowded spectrum environments by rejecting unwanted radio signals. |
| Easy Network Management |
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The user is able to view diagnostics and change the settings of other remote radios within a network from a single point. |
| Easy Network Configuration |
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The Cruise Control software allows the user to configure, save and upload radio configuration settings. This allows for multiple radios to be configured more efficiently. |
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PHYSICAL
Dimensions:
206mm x 84mm x 35mm (case)
171mm x 79mm x 26mm (OEM)
Weight:
- In Case 300g
- OEM 70g
Construction: Powder coated aluminium
MODEM
Serial Data: RS-232 Asynchronous with handshaking
Interface Speed: 110bps to 115200bps software selectable
Error Rate:
-106 dBm for less than 1x10-6 BER
CONNECTORS
Antenna: BNC Female (50 Ohm)
Serial: 2 x RS232 ports and power on a custom DB25M
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GENERAL
Operating Voltage: 8V to 30V DC (negative ground)
Operating Current:
- Transmit @12 V 850 mA nominal @ 1W
- Receive @12 V 150 mA nominal
Operating Temp: -10 to + 60 deg C
Operating Humidity: Up to 95% non-condensing relative humidity
RADIO
Frequency Range: 915 MHz to 928 MHz (ACA),
902 MHz to 928 MHz (FCC), 921 MHz to 929 MHz (DOC-NZ)
Air Data Rate: upto 115 kbps (software selectable)
Duty Cycle: 100%
Transmit Power: 1 W (+0dBm to +30dBm)
Mode of Operation: Time Division Duplex (Pseudo full duplex)
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OPTIONS
RFI-9256 CA00: 915 MHz to 928 MHz, ACA, Data Radio
RFI-9256 CA01: 920 MHz to 928 MHz, DOC-NZ, Data Radio
RFI-9256 CF02: 902 MHz to 928 MHz, FCC, Data Radio
RFI-9256 OA00: 915 MHz to 928 MHz, ACA, Data Radio, OEM
RFI-9256 OA01: 920 MHz to 928 MHz, DOC-NZ, Data Radio, OEM
RFI-9256 OF02: 902 MHz to 928 MHz, FCC, Data Radio, OEM
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*Maximum practical point-to-point distance with line of sight and suitable antennas.