Airborne Enterprise 802.11b/g Wireless Device Servers and Ethernet Bridges by Quatech

Airborne Enterprise Wireless Serial Device Servers

802.11b/g serial wireless solutions

For industrial grade, 802.11 wireless serial to ethernet converters and wireless Ethernet adapters, Airborne is the industry leader.

Airborne is a family of fully integrated 802.11b/g wireless LAN bridge and device server products designed specifically to provide wireless LAN and Internet connectivity to industrial, scientific, medical and automotive applications. The highly integrated hardware and software enables plug-and-play capability. This significantly reduces the complexity of wireless system deployment and network connectivity.

The family's industrial grade design (including extended operating temperatures) gives Airborne the reliability and performance demanded in enterprise applications. Other convenient features include compact form factor, low power consumption and advanced security including LEAP, WPA, WPA2 and WEP standard encryption. For OEMs with large installed bases of legacy serial interface equipment, or for systems integrators looking for an easy and inexpensive way to network a wide range of equipment, Airborne is the ideal choice.

The Airborne Wireless Device Server creates a connection between an 802.11b/g wireless LAN and a device with a serial port. The device server transparently conveys data between the device with RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485 interface and a wireless LAN. This enables remote device monitoring and management via the LAN or Internet. The Airborne Enterprise Wireless Device Servers are all single-port units available with one RS-232 port or one RS-232/422/485 port.

Airborne Management Center

Managing your Airborne products is now simpler, whether you have one or one thousand.

Key Features

The Quatech Airborne Management Center (AMC) is a device discovery, control and management application that supports individual and group management of all aspects of the devices:

Firmware updating
Configuration management
Access management (passwords)
Virtual COM port installation

AMC allows a single or group of devices to have their firmware updated in the background.

Directly launch web browser for devices from AMC
Supports cloning device configurations across groups of units
Records configuration changes for automatic update logging
Remembers all discovered devices and maintains a database of their configuration
Allows unauthorized devices to be marked as rogue

Automatically informs user of new and unmanaged devices
Manages all DP100, DP500 and DP550 devices
Predefined device configuration templates available
JAVA application included that will run on Windows, Linux and MacOS platforms

The Quatech Airborne Management Center (AMC) brings Enterprise class device discovery, management and control to the world of M2M wireless devices. This advanced device management application enables single-click maintenance of your entire population of deployed products.

From either the directory or table based views, you can:

Update firmware and configurations
Deliver certificates and private keys
Access and monitor groups of devices

AMC Command Set

With just a single click, AMC provides access to a range of commands and functions:

Locate modules
Launch web browser
Blink POST LED
Refresh, display and edit configurations
Install VCOM driver
Set preconfigured passwords
Add and manage templates
Update module firmware and Uboot
Restart module
Manage or unmanage modules
Remove modules
Set modules to rogue

VCom port drivers can be installed with one click, enabling the use of legacy software to communicate with networked devices seemlessly through Comm Port Addresses (i.e., com1, com2) in the system's device manager. Quatech's VCom driver takes care of routing virtual comm ports to the network devices.

Key Features
ABDG-SE-DP50x 1 port RS-232/422/485 (MEI) serial interface Ruggedized plastic enclosure with compact form factor Extended operating temperature range (-20°C to +85°C) Plug-n-play serial to 802.11 connectivity and ethernet to 802.11 connectivity Enterprise class wirelss security (WPA2-Enterprise, WPA, WEP,EAP) Airborne Management Center included for Quatech device discover, control and management AC/DC power supply included, 5VDC input		Low power consumption Airborne SpeedLink roaming for enhanced connection reliability Onboard certificate delivery and storage Airborne PortFlex capability enables any combination of comm ports (Serial, Ethernet and 802.11 interfaces) CE and FCC Part 15 Class B Sub C approval 5 year warranty

The Airborne line of industrial wireless device servers and Ethernet adapters are built for networking equipment in an array of machine-to-machine (M2M) applications. Available in both single and dual-port models, each wireless device server comes standard with industry-leading RF performance, enterprise class security support and industrial-strength packaging designed to withstand the most challenging M2M environments.

Five Layer Security

Protecting enterprise networks is one of the most important challenges undertaken by today's network administrators. Airborne security keeps your data private by using the latest wirelss security protocols (WPA2-Enterprise) and SSH tunneling. It protects the network by encrypting configurations and providing an embedded firewall. Today there is no more secure solutions for enterprise class device servers.

Quatech supports the broadest range of EAP processes (including EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, PEAP and LEAP). In addition, the Airborne line supports the most flexible certificate delivery and management available in the wireless device market.

Maximum Protection and Performance

Quatech’s ruggedized, industrial device servers are built tough—tough enough to come with a standard 5 year warranty.

The Airborne product line is rated to meet full industrial operating temperature range of -20°C to +85°C. The industrial series also incorporates a variable power supply (5-36 VDC) with screw terminal connectors for easy installation.

Quatech’s highly-optimized 32 bit platform delivers superior transmit power and receive sensitivity, leading to greater range and the highest available throughput rates over both the serial and 10/100 Ethernet interfaces.

Airbone wireless device servers come standard with an integrated 3 dBi omni antenna. Users may also extend the range of the Airborne line by selecting a higher-gain antenna and magnetic mount options (contact Quatech for an approved list).

All Airborne Wireless Device Servers are built to meet worldwide regulatory requirements. Certifications include FCC, IOC, CE, ETSI, RoHS and WEEE.

Flexible for a Broad Range of Applications

Airborne's unique PortFlex capability enables users to configure communication ports in any combination through a simple setup wizard. Airborne PortFlex supports UART, Ethernet and 802.11 interfaces, and provides the ability to independently configure each port.

Data and control can be accessed to and from any of the available ports on the device. For example, the serial data can be accessed from the wireless or Ethernet port while the device is managed from the same port without changing the device configuration.

SpeedLink Roaming

The latest Airborne SpeedLink roaming feature further enhances the high level of connection reliability. SpeedLink enables mobile devices to roam quickly and freely throughout a wireless network without loosing important data. If you're walking around a hospital or driving through a warehouse, SpeedLink ensures you stay connected.

Markets

Quatech has delivered high-performance device networking and connectivity solutions around the world since 1983.

Today, Airborne wireless device servers and Ethernet adapters operate in a wide-range of M2M applications, including:

Industrial Automation
Medical Devices
Retail/Point-of-Sale
Vehicle Telematics
Military Communications
Material Handling & Logistics
Energy Management
Test & Measure
Security & Access Control

Detailed Specifications: Airborne Enterprise Wireless Device Servers

ABDG-SE-DP50x series

Wireless Network Interface:	IEEE 802.11b/g DSSS 802.11b/g, OFDM, WiFi Compliant
Serial Interface:	RS-232 or RS-232/422/485
Baud Rates:	230.4 kbps
Frequency:	2.4 ~ 2.4835 GHz (US, Europe, Canada, Japan) 2.471 ~ 2.497 GHz (Japan)
Modulation Technology:	DSSS, CCK, OFDM
Modulation Type:	DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK, BPSK, QPSK 16QAM, 64QAM
Network Access Modes:	Intrastructure Ad Hoc
Channels	USA/Canada: 11 channels Europe: 13 channels France: 4 channels Japan: 14 channels, 13 channels - 11g
Wireless Data Rates	802.11b = 11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps 802.11g = 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6 Mbps
RF Power:	+21.3 dBm peak (802.11b mode) +17 dBm average (802.11b mode) +23.5 dBm peak (802.11b/g mode) +14 dBm average (802.11b/g mode)
Wireless Security	Open WEP 64 & 128 bit WPA-PSK (TKIP) WPA2-PSK (AES) 802.1x (EAP) WPA-Enterprise WPA2-Enterprise EAP-TLS/MSCHAPV2 EAP-TTLS/MSCHAPv2 EAP-TTLS (MD5) EAP-PEAPv0/MSCHAPv2 LEAP - Zero host security footprint - Advanced certificate storage & management
Status Indicators:	Power, Link, Comm
Antenna:	Integrated omni-directional RS-SMA +2dBi antenna
Protocols and Software:	Protocols: TCP/IP, ARP, ICMP, DHCP, DNS, HTTP, UDAP Discovery, UDP Data Transfer Protocols: TCP/IP, HTTP Software Configuration: Web page based configuration interface Web Server: Built-in Web Server capable of serving dynamic web pages with embedded JavaScript Management: Device Discovery and Configuration, Remote Firmware Upgrade Utility
OS Support:	Virtual COM Port Device drivers provided for Windows 2000 and Windows XP AirborneDirect sockets program provides OS independent support
Power Input:	110/240VDC to 5VDC external power supply (wall wart)
Power Consumption	2.5W at 5VDC
Supply In-rush Current	3000mA (MAX) for 20ms
Power Supply Connector:	2.1mm Barrel Jack
Environmental	Operating temperature: -20°C to +85°C Storage temperature: -55°C to +150°C Relative humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing) Vibration: 20G peak-to-peak, 20Hz-2KHz swept Shock: 1500G peak-to-peak, 0.5mS duration
Dimensions:	(without mounting bracket) Length: 3.93" (99.8 mm) Width: 2.38” (60.5mm) Height: 1.42” (36.1mm)
Regulatory Approvals	FCC Part 15.247, Class B Sub C Modular Approval Industry Canada RSS-210 CE ETSI EN300-328 v1.7.1 ETSI 60950-1 Directive 2004/108/EC ETSI EN 55022:2006 + A1:2007 (emissions) ETSI EN 55024:1998 + A1:2001 ETSI EN 55024:1998 + A2:2003 (immunity) FCC Part 15 Subpart B:2007 - Part 15.107(b) (conducted emissions, Class A) - Part 15.109(g) (radiated emissions, Class B) Industry Canada ICES-003:2004, Issue 4 AS/NZS CISPR 11:2004 (Australia/New Zealand) RoHS and WEEE Compliant
Enclosure:	Nylon - Gray
Certifications:	CE, FCC Class B, C/UL, RoHS & WEEE Compliant
Airborne Management Center	- Fully supported - Device identification - Enhanced discovery - Configuration management - Firmware update - VCOM install

ABDG-SE-DP10x Series

Wireless Network Interface:	IEEE 802.11b/g DSSS 802.11b/g, OFDM, WiFi Compliant
Serial Interface:	RS-232 or RS-232/422/485
Baud Rates:	230.4 kbps
Frequency:	2.4 ~ 2.4835 GHz (US, Europe, Canada, Japan) 2.471 ~ 2.497 GHz (Japan)
Channels:	USA & Canada: 11 channels Europe: 13 channels Japan: 14 channels France: 4 channels
Wireless Raw Data Rates:	11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps - for 802.11b modes 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6 Mbps - for 802.11b/g modes
RF Power:	+21.3 dBm peak (802.11b mode) +17 dBm average (802.11b mode) +23.5 dBm peak (802.11b/g mode) +14 dBm average (802.11b/g mode)
Security:	WEP (64 & 128-bit), WPA (PSK & TKIP), WPA with LEAP, WPA2* *WPA2 On DP50x models
Status Indicators:	Power, Link, Comm
Antenna:	Integrated omni-directional RS-SMA +2dBi antenna
Protocols and Software:	Protocols: TCP/IP, ARP, ICMP, DHCP, DNS, HTTP, UDAP Discovery, UDP Data Transfer Protocols: TCP/IP, HTTP Software Configuration: Web page based configuration interface Web Server: Built-in Web Server capable of serving dynamic web pages with embedded JavaScript Management: Device Discovery and Configuration, Remote Firmware Upgrade Utility
OS Support:	Virtual COM Port Device drivers provided for Windows 2000 and Windows XP AirborneDirect sockets program provides OS independent support
Power Input:	110/240VDC to 5VDC external power supply (wall wart)
Power Consumption:	3W max (AC adapter)
Power Supply Connector:	2.1mm Barrel Jack
Environment:	Operating: -40°C to 85°C Storage: -40°C to 125°C
Dimensions:	(without mounting bracket) Length: 3.93" (99.8 mm) Width: 2.38” (60.5mm) Height: 1.42” (36.1mm)
Enclosure:	Nylon - Gray
Certifications:	Worldwide Certificate Support- FCC Part 15 Class B Sub C Modular Approval, IOC, CE, ETSI EN300 328, ETSI 60950-1, ROHS and WEEE Compliant

Model No.	Interface			WiFi	Security
Model No.	RS-232	RS-232/422/485	Power over Cable	802.11b/g	WEP 64 & 128 bit	WPA	WPA2	LEAP	EAP
ABDG-SE-DP501		•		•	•	•	•	•	•
ABDG-SE-DP504	•			•	•	•	•	•	•
ABDG-SE-DP507	•		•	•	•	•	•	•	•
ABDG-SE-DP101		•		•	•	•		•
ABDG-SE-DP104	•			•	•	•		•
ABDG-SE-DP107	•		•	•	•	•		•

All part support LEAP

Sales Information:

DIRECT FROM QUATECH
ABDG-SE-DP501	Airborne Enterprise Wireless Device Server, 1 port RS-232/422/485 (DB-9) to 802.11b/g, with 802.11i/WPA2 Enterprise Security Support	$279.00

ABDG-SE-DP504	Airborne Enterprise Wireless Device Server, 1 port RS-232 (DB-9) to 802.11b/g, with 802.11i/WPA2 Enterprise Security Support	$259.00

ABDG-SE-DP507	Airborne Enterprise Wireless Device Server, 1 port RS-232 (DB-9) to 802.11b/g, powered by host device via serial, with 802.11i/WPA2 Enterprise Security Support	$279.00

ABDG-SE-DP101	Airborne Enterprise Wireless Device Server, 1 port RS-232/422/485 (DB-9) to 802.11b/g	$249.00

ABDG-SE-DP104	Airborne Enterprise Wireless Device Server, 1 port RS-232 (DB-9) to 802.11b/g	$229.00

ABDG-SE-DP107	Airborne Enterprise Wireless Device Server, 1 port RS-232 (DB-9) to 802.11b/g, powered by host device via serial	$229.00

Accessories

PS-SDS	AC/DC 5V Power Supply for Serial Device Servers and Ethernet Bridges	$30.00

In the medical field, communicating with machines and monitors is vital in keeping records of patients to give them the best care. To transfer data to the hospital’s network, many hospitals choose Quatech’s Airborne Enterprise Wireless Device Servers to connect the machines to a high performance wireless 802.11 network.

Airborne Wireless Device Servers have also been integrated and deployed into a wide range of applications across various industries including:

Vehicle telematics & diagnostics
Material handling & logistics
Industrial Automation Test & measurement
Security & access control