Size, speed, range, power consumption and cost are all important
issues to engineers integrating RF connectivity. AeroComm
addresses these issues with compact 2.4GHz, 900MHz & 8 6 8 M H z
transceivers. Designed for fast OEM integration, our radios suit
applications where
b o t h
high reliability
a n d
long range are essential.
AeroComm’s Design Kits provide a complete development envi-
ronment to help engineers get up and running with our solutions in
a matter of minutes. Each system includes the transceivers and
accessories required to install and test RF, allowing for reduced
R&D costs, quick agency certification and fast time to market.
Design Kits are not just for engineers working with tight resources, limited time or
varying experience—all OEMs can benefit from our comprehensive tools and highly
technical expertise in the complex field of RF.
Software
In an easy menu-driven format, our Wi n d o w s -
compatible software provides several helpful
development utilities, allowing OEMs to quickly
begin performing tests for configuration modes,
range measurements, antenna evaluations,
power management and data throughput. Plus,
designers can easily program the transceivers to
any desired configuration with the EEPROM
Viewer/Editor feature.
Configuration
All AeroComm transceivers have configuration
parameters stored in EEPROM that are used to
customize the Serial Interface Mode and provide
for general system setup. The modules ship with
default parameters already configured to enable
plug-and-play; these can be changed using our
development tools or with custom interfaces
developed by the OEM.
Antennas
Antenna type, gain and location are among
the most critical elements of a wireless system.
AeroComm’s Design Kit allows OEMs to connect
different antennas and evaluate their perform-
ance in various situations. In addition, our engi-
neers can provide a comprehensive antenna
review during the design process to determine
the best antenna and location for the application.
Compliance
RF products are required to meet regulatory
compliance such as FCC (USA), IC (Canada),
ETSI (Europe). Our transceiver approvals will
help eliminate significant costs and time, yet reg-
ulatory compliance is still required for the final
product. AeroComm’s experts can help guide
OEMs through the approval process.
Two (2) Transceivers
Two (2) Adapter Boards
One (1) Utilities CD
Two (2) AC Power Adapters
Two (2) DB9 Serial Cables
Two (2) USB Cables
Two (2) Dipole Antennas
Engineering Expertise
Choose from AeroComm’s 2.4GHz, 900MHz or 868MHz kits. Market-
ready modules help you to determine actual transmission range for
your application, evaluate data throughput in the field, and choose
best mechanical fit.
RS232, RS485, 5V/3.3V serial TTL and USB interfaces supported.
More features include: 1) loop-back feature for
distance-testing using
one computer, 2) status/communications LED indicators, 3) switches
for easy configuration & reset, 4) test points for troubleshooting.
Script-driven utilities include: 1) transmit/receive emulator, 2) single-
line command interface, 3) EEPROM viewer/editor; configuration infor-
mation storage file, 4) “What’s This?” Help File format provides
description of each configuration option, 5) error-checking prevents
configuration errors.
Power for adapter board & transceiver. USB & battery power optional.
Connect the adapter board to PC via DB9.
Connect the adapter board to PC via USB.
Convenient, small, cost-efficient dipole antennas plug directly into
transceiver’s MMCX connector; longer-range antennas available.
AeroComm’s team is available to assist with development, integration,
and agency certification processes.
✓
Testing and tuning antennas
✓
Hardware and software integration
✓
Increasing transmission range
✓
Finding best mode for data rate & network
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Optimizing system timing
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Finding best configuration for application
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Mechanical engineering
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Help with agency certification
