Industrial IoT Wireless to USB Modem
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Highlights
- Industrial Grade IoT Wireless USB Modem
- Operating Temperature Range -40 to +85 °C
- 5V-32V DC Input Voltage Range
- Works With PC, MAC, Linux and Edge Gateway
- 2 Mile Range with On-Board Antenna
- Interface to Windows, Linux, and Mac Computers
- Wireless Mesh Networking using DigiMesh®
USB Modem for NCD Long Range Wireless Sensors
Use NCD Long Range Wireless Sensors with a computer. The NCD USB Modem connects to the USB port of your PC and receives sensor data from NCD sensors. The NCD USB Modem mounts as a COM port for easy programming. Use the NCD USB Modem for configuration of NCD long range wireless sensors. Use Alpha Station for testing and configuration on a Windows 10 computer.
Industrial IoT Wireless to USB Modem
Connect to the entire NCD wireless sensor ecosystem using an industrial USB solution. This USB modem makes it easy to communicate with NCD wireless sensors using virtual COM communications. Simply plug it in and open the virtual serial port. Sensor data will start streaming in from all sensors within wireless reach. With a 2-Mile range (line of sight), this device operates at 900MHz for deep penetration through trees, foliage, and even some buildings. With integrated Mesh networking, this device also acts as a repeater for sensor data. Designed to work with any operating system that supports COM communications. This USB modem was designed for indoor use only. Requires a 12VDC Power Supply (optional during checkout). Node-Red is currently supported with this device, making it easy to build dashboards of NCD wireless sensors. Requires a 12VDC Power Supply (optional during checkout). For indoor use only.
What Frequency Do I Need?
Range and Frequency of NCD Wireless Sensors
During purchase, you will see three frequency options. Not all options are legal for use in all areas, so it’s important to make the right selection during purchase. We will build your product and accessories based on the options chosen. Here, we will explain these options in much greater detail, but please check your local laws BEFORE purchase.
900MHz for North America (U.S., Canada, and Mexico)
If you are located in North America, the 900MHz Option will provide the longest range currently supported with the best penetration through walls, buildings, industrial equipment, and trees. This option is also the best choice for long range applications.
900MHz Wireless Sensor Range
The official Line of Sight rating for this option is 2 Miles with included antennas or 28 Miles with high-gain antennas. These distances are characterized for direct line of sight applications with no obstructions. Real-world range will vary greatly depending on surrounding buildings, trees, and other objects that may cause reflections or interfere with the transmission. 900MHz has excellent RF penetration characteristics, and we have successfully completed installations in excess of of a half mile on a automotive factory floor with active robots in between. We have also seen excellent penetration in mild radioactive installations making this a possible candidate for use in nuclear energy applications.
We suggest contacting Digi.com for a high-gain antenna recommendation if required. Please check your local laws before choosing this option.
868MHz for Europe Only
If you are located in Europe, the 868MHz Option is the longest range choice available at this time. This option offers better penetration through walls, buildings, trees, and industrial equipment than 2.4GHz. The official line of site rating for this option is 14.5km using 2.1dBi antennas. Please check your local laws before choosing this option.
2.4Ghz for Worldwide Use
The 2.4GHz option should be chosen if 900MHz and 868MHz are not legal for use in your country. This option is now certified for use worldwide, including Europe, United States, Japan, Australia, Brazil, and South Korea. Please check your local laws before choosing this option just in case 2.4GHz is not legal in your area.
Not Sure?
If you are unsure of which sensor option to choose, please contact us. We may be able to help determine which sensors are legal for use in your area.
Mechanical Drawing
Requires a 12VDC Power Supply (optional during checkout). For indoor use only.
This device operates at 900MHz and converts raw sensor data into raw serial data over a virtual COM port using USB communications. Compatible with Alpha Station https://ncd.io/alpha
900HP-S3B Wireless Compatibility Notes
Notice: Compatibility Notes Does NOT Apply to the Following Products:
- NCD Enterprise Solutions
- NCD Wireless Sensors
- NCD Enterprise Modems and Gateways
Notice: Compatibility Notes Applies to NCD Industrial Products, Including Fusion, ProXR, ProXR Lite, Taralist, and Reactor Series Products.
Compatibility Notes
When using an 900HP-S3B communication module, it is essential that you use the ZIGMO_PCB to configure the module settings. Long-Range wireless sensors may be programmed over the air without removing the communications module.
A 900HP-S3B Modem or a gateway of some kind that support the 900HP-S3B communications module will also be required.