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Quatech, Inc. AirborneDirect™ User Manual

2.0Product Description

This guide describes the AirborneDirect™ device servers and wireless adapters from Quatech, Inc. AirborneDirect™ is a fully integrated, 802.11 wireless Local Area Network (LAN) connectivity device designed to provide wireless LAN and Internet connectivity in industrial, scientific, medical, and transportation applications where an existing communications interface already exists. The AirborneDirect family of products supports Serial (RS232/422/485), Ethernet and a combination these interfaces in a range of packaging options.

The AirborneDirect™ product family provides true plug-and-play wireless connectivity. By delivering convenient, easy-to-deploy wireless network connectivity, the device servers and adapters significantly reduce the complexities of wireless system deployment and network implementation. At the same time, users can move equipment without the cost and time associated with wired network drops and environment restrictions. This provides flexibility for seasonal demands, line and staffing changes, and more.

The AirborneDirect™ Serial Bridges and device servers provide a simple connection between the 802.11 wireless LAN and three leading serial interfaces: RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485. The Bridge acts transparently between any device using these interfaces and a wireless LAN. Using the Quatech virtual communications port Windows device driver OEMs can communicate with their devices from any workstation on the same network as if the workstation and devices were directly attached through a serial port.

The AirborneDirect™ Ethernet Adapter provides a link between the 802.11 wireless LAN and any Ethernet-ready device with an RJ-45 connector. It acts transparently between the device and a wireless LAN. By integrating AirborneDirect™ into existing and legacy platforms, OEMs can significantly enhance their products by delivering increased value and functionality to their entire customer base.

The Airborne family includes the ability to simultaneously use the serial-to-wireless and Ethernet-to-wireless connectivity in the same unit. This capability provides for multiple connections to the same machine or consolidation of multiple wireless units into a single device.

The AirborneDirect™ products open the world of remote device monitoring and management, as well as wide-area data collection, to any device, machine, or plant that has an external serial or Ethernet connection and a network infrastructure. The development kit provides quick and easy access to the Bridge’s configuration and functions, while providing OEMs with a platform to develop their branded solutions. The Bridge also provides the capability to perform firmware upgrades that allow new features to be added quickly and easily, protecting your investment.

The Enterprise family includes the most advanced security support available for the device class in the industry, including WPA, WPA2 and full Enterprise support. The devices can be used with the most advanced WLAN networks being deployed today. The Airborne products are based upon the industry leading Airborne device server and wireless adapter technology from Quatech, providing a fully compatible and familiar device interface across the all product ranges. If you’ve used one you have used them all.

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