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Developer's Kit enables on-site wireless testing.

February 26, 2008 - Consisting of Gateway and Node transceiver, SureCross(TM) DX70 provides battery boxes with test buttons and indicator lights simulating I/O to determine application's specific range and response time requirements. Kit also contains 3 white papers that cover basic radio, network, and antenna theory. Delivering I/O across ranges up to 3 miles, network offers bidirectional communications, which facilitate monitoring and control. FHSS protocol and TDMA technology ensure secure communications.

Related categories: Communication Systems and Equipment | Computer Hardware and Peripherals | Test and Measuring Instruments

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Release date: February 20, 2008

Surecross(TM) Developer's Kit Includes a Gateway and Node for Simple On-Site Wireless Testing

Minneapolis, MN-February 20, 2008-Banner Engineering Corp. announces the SureCross(TM) DX70 Wireless Developer's Kit, consisting of a Gateway and one Node transceiver to enable on-site wireless testing. The ready to use, self-contained kit provides battery boxes with test buttons and indicator lights simulating inputs and outputs to determine an application's specific range and response time requirements. Plus, the SureCross DX70 Wireless Developer's Kit contains three white papers that cover basic radio, network and antenna theory. This educational information provides an overview of the technology behind SureCross, a rugged wireless solution delivering I/O across ranges up to three miles away for remote installations, as well as solving a wide variety of cumbersome or difficult-to-access applications.

The SureCross Network employs a Node transceiver to gather information, which is then concentrated at the Gateway system controller. The network's bidirectional communication capabilities facilitate robust monitoring and control, while its Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) protocol and Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) technology ensure dependable, secure communications. With the new SureCross DX70 Wireless Developer's Kit, users can test signal strength, range, I/O types and response times at various locations and conditions within their unique environments. The SureCross DX70 Wireless Developer's Kit is available for only $295.

"The SureCross Wireless Network provides reliable, easy-to-use wireless sensing and data transfer for remote applications and hard-to-reach locations," said Chris Dales, Senior Application Engineer, Banner Wireless Division. "Now, the SureCross DX70 Wireless Developer's Kit allows users who have been wondering about wireless networks to test their applications' specific requirements and possible obstacles before investing in a complete network."

In addition, several features of the SureCross DX70 Wireless Developer's Kit make it particularly easy to set up and use:
o Offers Gateway and Node transceiver to start on-site wireless testing
o Uses onboard signal strength capabilities to determine specific range and response time requirements
o Features ready to use, self-contained equipment
o Includes battery boxes with test buttons and indicator lights to simulate inputs and outputs
o Provides detailed information about SureCross Wireless technology

About Banner. Banner Engineering is the world's leading manufacturer of wireless networks, ultrasonic and photoelectric sensors, vision sensors, electronic machine guarding systems, fiber optic assemblies and precision measurement systems.

For further information, contact Banner Engineering Corp., 9714 Tenth Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55441. PH: 888-373-6767 (Toll-free North America), or 001-763-544-3164 (International). FAX: 763-544-3213. Email: sensors@bannerengineering.com. E-commerce: www.buybanneronline.com; Web: www.bannerengineering.com

To learn more about the SureCross Wireless Developer's Kit, view www.surecross.com/devkit.

Download the Banner SureCross Wireless Network brochure, request a printed copy or call 1.888.373.6767.

To learn more about wireless in an industrial setting, visit www.bannerengineering.com/radiobasics .

For the entire selection of Banner sensing products, 2006-2007 Sensor Products catalogs are available free of charge. Download or request a catalog online at www.bannerengineering.com or call 1.888.373.6767.

Company Information:
Name: Banner Engineering Corp.
Address: 9714 Tenth Ave. N.
City: Minneapolis
State: MN
ZIP: 55441
Country: USA
Phone: 888-373-6767
FAX: 763-544-3213
http://www.bannerengineering.com/tr

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