Industrial Modem RF115, Still Compatible

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INDUSTRIAL MODEM RF115

RS-232

VDC

Wireless async communication

that stands up to extreme

conditions—without sacrificing data quality or speed.

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Key Features

Data speeds of up to 115.2 kbps half-duplex.

Supports a distance of up to 20 miles (32.2 km) for line-of-sight, up to 60 miles (96.6 km) with 2 repeaters.

10- or 11-bit word structure.

Offers Modbus RTU protocol support.

Optional antennas available— omnidirectional and unidirectional.

The Industrial Modem RF115 is designed to stand up to

electromagnetic and radio interference, industrial motors, and temperature extremes found in oil and gas fields and refineries, utility substations, manufacturing floors, military installations— anywhere ordinary equipment can’t go. This wireless async modem uses Spread-Spectrum technology to speed your data to its final destination—safe and error-free. Data travels over the license-free 902–928-MHz radio band.

You can use two modems in a point-to-point configuration and receive incoming signals from a remote control device. Or use the modem in a polled multipoint configuration and communicate with multiple remote devices. The Modem’s DB9 connector is an RS-232 interface. Optional RS-485 Modules are also available.

Each Industrial Modem includes a fixed whip antenna with a 20-mile (32.2-km) line-of- sight range. The modem can also be outfitted with any of our optional antennas. Choose from omnidirectional or unidirectional antennas—in a variety of cable lengths and mounting options.

For additional security, the modem features voltage clamps and fuses to protect your transmissions from electrical surges found on power lines.

Still Compatible

If you already have an Industrial Modem RF115, don’t worry—the MDR100A-R4 is compatible with older models and antennas.

We also offer adapter cables for attaching older Industrial Modem RF115s to newer antennas or attaching older antennas to newer Industrial Modem RF115s.

Choosing the Right Antenna for Your Industrial Modem RF115

For ordinary line-of-sight installations, the built-in antenna may be all you need.

If you can’t get a direct line of sight without separating the modem from the antenna, choose one of our Omnidirectional Antennas.

If you need to transmit through trees or non-metallic structures— or if you want to increase signal- to-noise ratio—choose a Yagi (unidirectional) Antenna with Bracket Mount.

Remember, you always need a direct line of sight in any appli- cation over a 0.25- to 0.5-mile (0.4- to 0.8-km) range.

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