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Networking - Products & Services AvaLAN Wireless Systems, Inc. has released a set of 5.8 GHz long range wireless Ethernet solutions. This product line allows users to build line-of-sight, point-to-multipoint or multipoint-to-multipoint (mesh) wireless Ethernet connections that link fringe IP devices such as video surveillance cameras or other devices needing robust and secure high data rates. The radios are packaged in rugged and weatherproof die cast aluminum enclosures and are available in both directional and omnidirectional antenna configurations. Utilizing custom AvaLAN Wireless firmware and multiple-in-multipleout (MIMO) technology, the AW58100 series delivers RF data rates up to 100 Mbps. The subscriber unit directional flat panel antenna is a special dual-polarized version designed specifically for multiple special streams. The omnidirectional access-point and mesh units provide two outdoor industrial 6 dBi gain antennas. The dual-polarized flat panel antenna radios are also available as a pre-configured matched pair bridge (AW58100HTPPAIR) for point-to-point fixed connections. New Wireless Technology from AvaLAN Wireless The HART DDL/ EDDL Host Test Suite uses 950 automated test cases and 8,300 individual verification points. The test suite should be used by all DD Host Application manufacturers (whether the DD-enabled host application is PC-based, handheld or calibrator). The Host Test Suite includes test libraries, specifications and adaptable device simulator to stimulate and verify proper host functionality and behavior for all HART protocol versions. The test suite exercises the host product application to verify compliant operation and functioning with respect to DDL/EDDL operation, user interface, data modeling and method execution. FreeWave Technologies has introduced new wireless I/O radios that enable real-time automated monitoring and control of circuit breaker technology in Smart Grid systems. FreeWave Technologies’ data radios are expandable I/O devices that offer universally configurable I/O channels for analog input, analog output, digital input, digital output and sensor power. Circuit breakers disconnect separate sections of a distribution grid so that an overload condition on one section of a power grid can be isolated. By proper planning and spacing of circuit breakers, utilities can isolate fault conditions to small sections of the grid and reduce the number of customers exposed to possible outages or spotty service. Utilities can further reduce costs of regulatory fines by resolving the fault and restoring service quickly. In the past, field technicians would have to manually inspect each circuit breaker in the area of a reported power outage and identify the tripped breaker. Now, instead of spending the time necessary to manually respond to power outage issues, utilities can actively mitigate customer dissatisfaction and regulatory fines through proactive, automated monitoring with FreeWave’s wireless I/O radios and expansion modules. The expansion modules have discrete inputs used to monitor breaker status and condition and discrete outputs used to control the breaker itself. This functionality provides utilities with automated control and monitoring of one of the most critical systems in the power grid and points the field technicians straight to the problem. FreeWave Introduces Wireless I/O Solution for Monitoring And Control of Circuit Breakers in the Smart Grid Sixnet has given Long Term Evolution (LTE) support for its EnterprisePro cellular routers. LTE support provides customers with faster 4G wireless connectivity as well as the flexibility of backwards compatibility to 3G and 2G networks. This offering is well suited for organizations looking for increased speeds when using cellular technology for primary or WAN backup connectivity. The EnterprisePro series enables customers to use USB sticks to take advantage of LTE wireless broadband technology. This functionality is currently compatible with LTE networks from Verizon and will also work with AT&T, Sprint, Bell Mobility, Telus and Rogers. Often referred to as 4G technology, LTE provides faster speeds and increased bandwidth to better support landline back-up, video surveillance or any application that requires Quality of Service (QoS) capabilities. Sixnet’s EnterprisePro cellular routers provide broadband connectivity, a robust enterprise level feature set and remote management capabilities. With standards-based TCP/IP protocols (OSPF, BGP, RIP) and VPN support for IPSec, SSL and redundancy via VRRP, EnterprisePro routers also offer a fully configurable stateful firewall, out-of-band management support and can be fully managed by Red Lion’s SixView Manager software. Sixnet EnterprisePro Cellular Routers Provide LTE Support The HART Communication Foundation has released the new HART DDL/ EDDL (Electronic Device Description Language) Host Test Suite v.2.0. The test suite is used by suppliers and developers of host products to test compliance of their HART implementation and is used by the Foundation to verify and validate compliance of host products submitted for HART Registration. The HART DDL/EDDL Host Test Suite v.2.0 includes an improved encoded test DDs updated to align with the current test specifications, test report spreadsheets for documenting test results and a preliminary DD host test and registration procedure. Additional features include an improved Xmtr-MV v2.5 and other ancillary files needed to facilitate HART DDL/ EDDL host testing. 20 www.RemoteMagazine.com HART Communication Foundation Releases Enhanced HART DDL/EDDL Host Test Suite Libelium has launched the new Wifi module for the Waspmote sensor platform. The radio module adds an extra layer of intelligence to the nodes allowing them to send the collected data to any web server in the Cloud. The WiFi sensor nodes will also be capable of sending data to any iPhone or Android device nearby by creating direct links with them. This WiFi radio extends the possibilities of The Internet of Things to iPhone/Android apps developers as it completes the current connectivity possibilities by allowing direct communications between the sensors and the smart phones without an intermediate router. Libelium’s WiFi sensors enable system integrators to create monitoring systems. These WiFi sensors are capable of using the secure version of the standard web protocol (HTTPS) ensuring the privacy of the information sent, a major concern when deploying wireless sensor networks in cities. They can also create TCP and UDP connections enabling developers to design their own communication framework between the sensor nodes and the Cloud servers. Libelium provides an intuitive and open source programming API and complete documentation with examples in order to help developers to easily start working with the platform. Demo applications for iPhone and Android are also available for free, in order to test the new WiFi sensor capabilities from any smart phone. New WiFi Sensors to Connect Directly to Cloud Servers And iPhone/Android Platforms http://www.RemoteMagazine.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Remote - Summer 2012

Remote - Summer 2012
Remote Monitoring in Data Centers Progresses with Emerging DCiM Systems
Multi-Tenant Power Metering and Management
Addressing Cyber Security Vulnerabilities in the Power Grid Infrastructure
Unbreakable SCADA Security: Protecting Hydrocarbon Facilities And Pipeline Networks
Building Networks in Pakistan’s Extreme Environments Puts Remote Management to the Test
In the Flow - Water Treatment & Distribution at Super-Rimiez Plant
SCADA
Networking
Security
Onsite Power
Environmental Monitoring
Industry News
Reducing Maintenance and Energy Costs of Substations with Automation

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