DataMover SS

Now available in:

  • 902-928 MHz ISM Band
  • 2.406-2.482 GHz ISM Band

Technical Information

The SIMREX DataMover SS-900 and SS-2.4 utilize FHSS (Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum) in the ISM Band of 902 – 928 MHz or 2.406-2.482 GHz to provide reliable long range data transportation at up to 115.2 kbps. The DataMover SS provides transparent data communications for nearly all SCADA/Telemetry and EFM protocols including MODBUS.

Any SIMREX DataMover SS may be configured as a repeater extension. This allows store and forward data operation to extend the operating range of the network. Mulitple repeaters may exist at any level of the network preventing a single radio failure from disabling the entire network. There is no limit to the number of repeaters which may be used.

Why consider an DataMover SS solution?

  • High system performance and data integrity! Robust construction, digital signal processing (DSP) technology with self-equalization, automatic CRC/ARQ and powerful forward error correction.
  • Flexibility and rapid installation! Quick return on investment due to plug-and-play installation. License-free radio design with the ability to communicate with any asynchronous protocol without extra software or additional programming.
  • Performance under the most adverse conditions! Robust design provides excellent performance in the face of interference or difficult signal paths.
  • Small footprint! Exceptionally small design allows installation inside RTU or PLC housing.
  • SIMREX network-wide diagnostics software simplifies tasks and reduces the cost of managing the network infrastructure by eliminating trips to the field. Provides a non-intrusive means of maintaining link and radio network performance.
  • Flexible interfaces! All DataMover SS come equipped with RS-232 for direct connection to most RTU/PLC’s and RS-485 for multidrop environments.
  • Low Power Consumption! Sleep mode for extremely low power consumption requirements - typically draws 3 mA - yet still recovers quickly for fast access to your critical data.
  • SIMREX DataMover SS is the price/performance leader; offering flexibility and reliability for both point-to-point and point-to-mulitpoint requirements.

Features

  • High Speed Throughput – 115.2 Kbps
  • Unparalleled Robustness – Forward error correction, CRC/ARQ, multiple resends
  • Industrial grade – Extended -40° C to +70° C temperature range for trouble free operation in extreme environments
  • Sleep Mode – ~ 3mA, ideal for solar power applications
  • Store and Forward - with self-healing networks
  • Network wide diagnostics – Central network control without the need to visit sites

Market Applications

  • SCADA
  • Tested and approved to work with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) Mirrored Bits™
  • Industrial Automation
  • Process Control
  • Gas and Oil Exploration, Production and Transportation
  • Water, Gas and Electric Utilities


Specifications
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Data Characteristics | Transmitter | Receiver | Connectors | Environmental | Physical | Operating Modes | Network Management | Agency Approvals | Configuration Diagrams

Data Characteristics  
Interface: RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 (User Selectable)
Usable Throughput: 115.2 kbps
Port Speed: 300 to 115200 bps
   

Transmitter

 
Power Output:
(user selectable)
SS-900: .1 W (20dBm) to 1 Watt (30 dBm) at 6Vdc to 30 Vdc,
SS-2.4: .1 W (20dBm) to .5 Watt (27 dBm) at 6Vdc to 30 Vdc
Modulation: CPFSK
   
Receiver  

Sensitivity:

-108 dBm (1 x 10-6 BER) typical
Error Detection: CRC16; Resend on Error
Interference Avoidance:
  • 64,000 hop patterns selected automatically via network address
  • FEC, CRC/ARQ and/or Multiple Packet Transmits
  • Excellent Strong Signal (interference) Characteristics
  • Band Segmentation for Friendly Coexistence with Other Services such as LMS
Connectors  
Power and User: 2 Pin Phoenix, DB-9, RJ11
RF: TNC
   
Environmental  
Humidity: < 95% RH (Non-Condensing)

Temperature Range:

-40° C to +70° C
Current Consumption: Mode 30 Vdc 13.8 Vdc 6 Vdc
  Transmit 236 mA 510 mA 1.18 A


Receive 51 mA 100 mA 155 mA
Sleep Mode: 3 mA typical
Input Power: 6 to 30 Vdc
   

Physical

 
Dimensions: (approx. 3.5 D x 5 W x 1 H inches)
(approx. 8.9 D x 12.7 W x 2.5 H cm)
   
Operating Modes
 
Point-to-Point: Full Duplex (57.6 kbps) TDD
Point-to-Multipoint: Master
  Remote
  Repeater Extension (Store-and Forward) - Unlimited
  Repeaters; Self-healing Networks
   
Network Management  
  Diagnostics
  Centralized network control eliminates site visits
  Create store-and-forward configurations
  Compatible with Other SIMREX DataMover Products
  SIMREX Siteview

 

 
Agency Approvals
 
   
FCC: Part 15 Approved
IC: Approved

Configuration Diagrams


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SIMREX DataMover products are manufactured under a quality system certified to ISO 9001. SIMREX reserves the right to make changes to specifications of products described in this data sheet at any time without notice and without obligation to notify any person of such changes.

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