Adapter connects legacy analog devices to cellular networks.August 14, 2009 -
MultiConnect(TM) AW Analog-to-Wireless Converter lets manufacturers extend lives of devices with built-in analog modems that need to be deployed in M2M (machine-to-machine) applications. It emulates traditional dial-up PSTN network and uses integrated or external cellular modems to connect to packet-switched or circuit-switched data networks and allow PPP pass-through. Legacy devices are accommodated via RJ-11 cable plug, and configuration commands are entered via RS-232 serial port.
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Original Press release
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.
2205 Woodale Dr.
Mounds View, MN, 55444
USA
Multi-Tech Announces New MultiConnect AW Converter
Connects Legacy Analog Devices to Cellular Networks
MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 4 -- As it becomes increasingly difficult to find PSTN lines in homes and businesses, and complete analog networks are being sunset, many device manufacturers are faced with the problem of finding new ways to connect their legacy analog devices to the latest digital communication networks. With its new MultiConnect(TM) AW Analog-to-Wireless Converter, Multi-Tech Systems is providing a cost-effective and convenient solution for the millions of devices with built-in analog modems needing to be deployed in M2M (machine-to-machine) applications.
"Manufacturers can extend the lives of their devices that rely on analog connections by simply incorporating a MultiConnect AW analog-to-wireless converter," said Bill Chesney, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Multi-Tech. "It seamlessly integrates with legacy devices, allowing them to connect to a cellular network without requiring costly and time-consuming changes to existing hardware or applications."
Set up is simple: The existing device's RJ-11 cable plugs into the MultiConnect AW converter, then a few configuration commands are entered through the RS-232 serial port. By emulating the traditional dial-up PSTN network and using integrated or external cellular modems, the MultiConnect AW converter can connect to packet-switched or circuit-switched data networks and allows PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) pass-through, a common need in existing medical devices and other machines.
The MultiConnect AW converter was developed for legacy devices used in M2M applications, including ATMs, home healthcare monitors, security systems, credit card/POS terminals, kiosks, industrial automation solutions and utilities devices. Two models are available, both integrating a Multi-Tech V.34/33.6K SocketModem analog modem and SLIC (Subscriber Line Interface Card) for PSTN connection. In addition, one model integrates a SocketModem embedded cellular modem supporting global deployments on any GSM/GPRS network, while a separate model has an RS-232 serial port for connection to an external Multi-Tech CDMA modem.
About Multi-Tech Systems
Multi-Tech Systems is a global manufacturer of award-winning device and embedded modems and Unified Communications products that connect data over cellular networks from anywhere in the world. Multi-Tech has 80+ patents, 20+ million devices being used by thousands of customers worldwide and certifications from more than 20 carriers and 80+ countries. Contact Multi-Tech in the U.S. at 800/328-9717, EMEA at +(44)118-959-7774 (UK) or +(33)1-49-19-22-06 (France). Visit http://www.multitech.com/.
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