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Quatech, Inc. AirborneDirect™ User Manual
10 2/21/2011 100-8510-110
2.0 Product 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.