The new 9XTend-PKG-R is capable of sending wireless information as far as 40 miles. It offers instant long-range communications for wireless data applications. One watt of conducted power transmitted to the antenna allows for an output from the RF modem up to 4 W EIRP with a 6-dBi antenna. Features like AES 256-bit encryption and frequency hopping on 50 channels ensure data remains secure. An RS-232/485 interface allows you to connect instantly to a variety of electronic devices.

The device has a range of more than 0.5 miles in urban environments and up to 40 miles line-of-sight with a high gain antenna. Software-selectable settings allow you to customize both the power output level and the data interface rate. This permits the 9XTend to conserve energy by using the desired power output level for each situation. The 9XTend has a sustainable data rate of 115.2 kbps and can send intermittent data packets up to 230.4 kbps.

The 9XTend has a sensitivity level of –110 dBm, which exceeds the industry average of –93 dBm. Adding a 3-dBi omnidirectional antenna increases the output power to 2 W EIRP. This effectively doubles the range of point-to-multipoint networks. In many instances, it avoids the need to transmit by line of sight.

Housed in a durable aluminum casing, the 9XTend-PKG-R includes a DIP switch that makes it easy to select either an RS-232 or RS-485 connection. The stand-alone 9XTend RF modem sells for $299. Volume discounts are available.

MaxStream, Inc.
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