Wireless Communications
The Omega
provides a wireless cellular connection for 2-way communications
with a wide variety of remote equipment. Popular utility applications
include automated meter reading (AMR) and substation automation
(isolation against GPR). Numerous other applications are emerging
in the oil and gas industry, traffic automation and industrial
automation fields.
The Omega
includes a powerful transceiver and antenna combination, ensuring
reliable connectivity well beyond the range of conventional voice
cellular phones.
With the optional
8-Port Line Sharing Module, a single Omega can be connected to
multiple devices. Each port is addressable for data communications
and one port can be assigned as a default port for handset voice
service.
Power can
be supplied from a wide range of AC voltages. The switching power
supply is isolated against surges and transients in accordance
with ANSI C.37-90. An optional internal rechargeable battery will
power the Omega for several hours when there is a failure of the
primary power supply.
A variety
of antennas are available, including a 3dB gain whip, 5dB gain
elevated feed and Yagi. The compact, rugged NEMA 4X non-metallic
enclosure is suitable for indoor or outdoor installation, and
the Omega package is designed for operation over a wide range
of temperatures.
Over 15,000
Omega units have been installed on the Duquesne Light Company
system and communicate daily interval data as well as report alarms
and events from approximately 32,000 revenue meters.
