Raven GPRS

Raven

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A PROVEN SOLUTION
For over a decade, AirLink Communications has been providing reliable solutions for the wireless data markets, including applications for M2M, SCADA, Telemetry, POS, Mobile Data, Public Safety, Security, and many more. The Raven GPRS is the premier GPRS device of choice. Powered by the AirLink Embedded Operating System (ALEOS), the Raven is a truly unique wireless device. With a robust set of features specifically designed for complex mobile data and remote management applications, the Raven has what it takes to make your wireless application a reality. Powered by AirLink Embedded Operating System (ALEOS), the Ravens robust set of features were specifically designed for complex mobile data and remote management applications.

FEATURES AND FLEXIBILITY
With support for GPRS high-speed data connectivity, Circuit-Switched (Dialup), and SMS, the Raven is a powerful and flexible device that serves all your wireless data needs. The Raven GPRS can be used in many different ways:

High-Speed GPRS Data Connections
• Rugged device for mobile data GPRS data connections
• High-speed connectivity for any PC or handheld
• Backup network connectivity for routers and servers

Remote Data Acquisition Connections
• TCP/UDP/Telnet Serial Device Server
• Embedded applications for SCADA/Telemetry
• Support for standard and custom serial data protocols including Modbus ASCII and RTU,
BSAP, DNP and more.

Circuit-switched cellular installations
• Cost-effective replacement for landline dialup circuits or analog cell-phones
• Backup for out-of-band network device management
• Software selectable between circuit-switched dialup and GPRS packet

SMS (Short Message Service) applications
• Easy-to-use interface to the GPRS SMS network
• Software selectable between SMS and GPRS packet
• Open interface for application developers

FEATURES:
• Class I Div 2 certified
• High speed data transfer rate
• Full duplex transceiver
• Low power consumption
• Proven technology
• Compact size
• Rugged aluminum case
• LEDs show status of network operation
• Optional mounting brackets

APPLICATION INTERFACES:
Standard interfaces include:
• AT command set
• Host TCP/IP stack communicates with Raven via PPP
• Windows 95/98/2000/NT/XP Dial Up Networking communicates with Raven using PPP

MODULE SPECIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
• Weight: < 1 lb.
• Size: 3” wide x 1” high x 5.1" long
• Status LEDs
• RF Antenna Connector: 50 Ohm TNC
• Serial Interface: RS232 DB-9F

ENVIRONMENTAL:
• Operating ranges: -30°C to +70°C (10% duty cycle limit above 60°C)
• Humidity: 5%-95% Non-condensing

RF FEATURES:
• Network: 1900/850 MHz GPRS
• Transmit frequency: 1850-1910 MHz and 824-849 MHz
• Transmit power range at antenna port: 1.0 W for 1900 MHz and 0.8W for 850 MHz
• Transmitter can reduce output power when near a base station as per GSM specifications
• Receiver frequency: 1930-1990 MHz and 869-894 MHz
• Receiver sensitivity: typical -107 dBm (2.439% bit error rate)
• Multislot Class 8
• Circuit Switched Data Capable (14,400 Transparent and Non-Transparent Modes)

POWER MANAGEMENT FEATURES:
• Advanced Power Management features
• Low power consumption
• Input Voltage: 10 VDC to 28 VDC
• Input Current: 40 mA to 200 mA
• Typical Receive: 200ma at 12VDC
• Typical Transmit: Approximately 200ma at 12VDC
• Dormant connection [idle for 10-20 seconds]: 40 ma at 12 VDC


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