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Each solution will create a high-speed satellite link to pass information from the IOTA and SCADA sensors over a satellite network. A satellite dish will have low monthly service fees, but dishes are bulky and IDU's (In Door Units) are not designed for outdoor enclosures or weather. The 9201 BGAN solution is extremely portable, uses very low power (under 4 watts), is made for extreme weather, but has the disadvantage of higher costs for transmitting data. A typical BGAN service plan for a SCADA monitoring station is $57 a month and $6.50 per megabyte transferred. More or BGAN
The BGAN 9201 from Hughes may be a preferred solution for creating a remote sensor station not just because it's portable, but for these reasons:
1. The BGAN 9201 terminal works globally (except for the poles) for up to 492kbps up/down speeds.
2. The 9201 uses very lower power (3.74 watts in idle mode. 36 hours on internal battery)
3. It operates in -25˚ C to +60˚ C temperatures (temperatures inside enclosure are more stable)
4. It easily survives in sever winds that would misaligns a satellite dish.
5. Being "L band" it has almost no rain fade, and can take 25mm of ice before transmission issues.
6. It has built-in Auto On and Auto Power Cycle, good for resolving remote errors.
7. It is low profile (The enclosure is a junction box) so it may reduce theft or vandalism.
8. If runs indefinitely if power source is available, (via AC or DC 12V adapter or solar).
9. Many SCADA sensors are very low data intensive, or can be configured so as to save on BGAN service fees. Remote configuration allows for instant changes to system configuration from anywhere.
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Besides the extreme polar regions, a BGAN terminal may connect globally to any of three satellites without need system configurations changes. |
 Full IP compatibility - Internet, SMTP email, file transfer (FTP, and VPN).
Global public fixed (static) IP addresses available.
Cost effect "always on" access, charged for only what is transferred.
Wi-Fi enabled terminal is accessible via wireless G from laptops, PDAs Blackberrys, and iPhones.
Auto context activation features allow PDP contexts to be activated without user action.
UMTS IP-based services.
VPN compatible with Cisco–VPN Client V1 or
V2.6.3, Nortel–Contivity VPN Client V04-15.06,
VPN Netscreen–
Remote Client 8.1, Checkpoint–V4.1, SonicWall and Bandit 2 VPN (GC Recommended)
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The SCADA Hughes 9201 with Enclosure - $3599
(IOTA may be installed in this enclosure as well) |
| BGAN 9201 Terminal Technical Specifications |
| Speed |
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Up to 492 Kbps upload and download with standard IP connection |
| Weight |
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2.8 kg (terminal with battery) |
| Interfaces |
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RJ45 Ethernet, ISDN Port , Wireless G (if enabled) |
| Dimensions |
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27.5 cm D x 34.5cm W x 5.0 cm H |
| Battery Life |
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Transmit: 162 Megabytes, Receive 864 Megabytes, idle 36 hours |
| Humidity |
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95% RH at +40˚ C |
| Temperature |
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-25˚ C to +60˚ C operating |
| Water and Dust: |
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IP55 (for terminal) IP66 for terminal in enclosure |
| Wind |
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If enclosure is secure, system not affected by wind |
| Ice |
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25mm for non-operation |
| Power Consumption |
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Idle mode with data context alive and periodic network signaling = 3.74 watts |
Power Consumption
Transmitting |
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Transmit Mode: FTP put of 5 MB file at 310 kbps. Average power
consumption = 24 W (max ~30 W) |
Power Consumption
Receiving |
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Receive Mode: FTP get of 5 MB file at 160 kbps. Average power
consumption = 5 W (max ~10 W) |
| Solar Solution |
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Requires 55–60 W solar panel plus DC/DC power adapter to input
20 V to 9201 M2M terminal |
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The IOTA M2M SCADA device from Wideye is a miniature hardened computer running Microsoft WinCE that is designed to connect with UART, RS232, or USB cabled SCADA devices.
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The IOTA Box from Wideye - $1,699 USD |
A VGA output (along with USB keyboard & mouse ) allows for on-site or off-site system configuration of the IOTA through any communication protocol the SCADA device requires. Communication to the outside world can use any satellite solution below:
No moving parts, IOTA computer is designed to run in extreme unmanned isolated environments
Can be assigned an Static IP address for remote access and configuration
Operating system is embedded Microsoft WinCE.net 4.2 version
Highly customizable, and interfaces with SCADA device API's
Connects to UART, RS232 or USB SCADA devices. RJ45 Ethernet with BGAN or VSAT Satellite Modem
Software routines can be independently developed by users for specific applications.
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Hughes 9201
| Device Overview |
BGAN 9201 Terminal |
IOTA Computer Device |
| Input Voltage |
19.6 VDC
(via AC or DC power adapter) |
15VDC (via power adapter) |
| Power Consumption |
3.74 watts idle (30 watts max) |
5 watts (max) |
| Operating Temp |
-25ºC to +60ºC operating |
-20º C to +60º C |
| Operating Humidity |
95% RH at +40ºC |
20% to 90% (non cond) |
| Weight |
2.5 kg (with battery) |
420 g |
| Dimensions |
27.5 cm x 34.5 cm x 5.0 cm
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187 x 156 x 42mm
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| Interfaces |
1 x Ethernet
1 x ISDN Port
1 x DC Power Jack |
3 - 3wire RS-232
4 x USB Host
1 x USB Slave
1 x Ethernet
1 x RCA VGA output
1 x DC Jack
1 x 2Way Terminal Block
2 x 8Way Term Block ( GPIO) |
| Water & Dust Ingress |
IP 66 (in enclosure) |
IP66 if installed in enclosure |
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