Control Kit adds wireless data modules to embedded systems.April 2, 2007 -
Combining LP3500 SBC that has 26 I/O, 8 analog input, and 6 serial ports with 900 MHz or 2.4 GHz MaxStream® RF modules, Wireless Control Application Kit adds wireless connectivity to embedded applications such as proximity sensor readings, wireless I/O control, and wireless data transmission. Intended for US applications, 900 MHz kit features OEM XCite RF modem, while 2.4 GHz unit features extended range XStream RF modem for projects worldwide.
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Original Press release
Rabbit Semiconductor
2932 Spafford St.
Davis, CA, 95616
USA
Rabbit Semiconductor®, Inc. Introduces the Wireless Control Application Kit for Remote Monitoring and Control Expanding the Wireless Family of Rabbit®-Based Solutions
March 6th, 2007; Davis, CA - Rabbit Semiconductor®, Inc. is proud to introduce the Wireless Control Application Kit which provides a development reference to interface a low-cost, license-free 900 MHz or 2.4 GHz wireless data modules from Maxstream® to a Rabbit-based embedded system. The system illustrates the versatility and simplicity of adding wireless connectivity to embedded applications such as remote monitoring, proximity sensor readings, wireless I/O control, and wireless data transmission.
The Wireless Control Application Kit contains a proven low power Rabbit LP3500 single board computer, and two MaxStream® RF Modules. The Rabbit LP3500 single board computer has 26 I/O, 8 analog input, 6 serial ports and a power save mode that draws less than 100µA. The 900 MHz Application Kit features the OEM XCite RF modem from Maxstream, intended for US applications. The 2.4 GHz Application Kit features the extended range XStream RF modem for projects worldwide. Both modems are functional replacements to a serial cable, so developers can do away with cumbersome hard wired solutions.
Sample programs and libraries are designed for quick out-of-the box development. A Modbus master PC application allows the user to control the single board computer as a Modbus wireless slave device. In addition, the PPP Host/Client direct wired/wireless support was developed to help demonstrate how to use common protocols like HTTP, FTP, SMTP, and POP3 over a wireless connection. These added protocols allow the LP3500 to serve web pages or to be able to send data to an FTP server for remote data-logging.
The price for the Wireless Control Application Kit which comes complete with all the hardware and software tools, including two MaxStream radio modules, is priced competitively at $599 for the 900 MHz version and $699 for the 2.4 GHz version. Contact your local representative or check rabbit.com for availability. Individual RF modules can be purchased directly from the MaxStream Corporation (www.maxstream.net).
For more information please contact Rabbit Semiconductor at T: 530-757-8400, F: 530-757-8402, E: rabbit@rabbit.com.
For product photos and diagrams, please visit http://rabbitsemiconductor.com/press/productPhotosLogos.shtml.
Rabbit Semiconductor
Rabbit Semiconductor, a Digi International® brand (NASDAQ: DGII), is a global provider of high-performance 8-bit microprocessors development tools for embedded control, communications, and Ethernet and wireless connectivity. Rabbit Semiconductor introduced the popular Rabbit® 2000 microprocessor in 1999, the Rabbit 3000 in 2002 and the Rabbit 4000 in 2006. The industry award-winning RabbitCoreTM line of microprocessor core modules was introduced in 2001. Rabbit Semiconductor offers customers a complete embedded design system, including low-cost development kits and comprehensive technical support for both hardware and software issues. Rabbit Semiconductor is a member of the Fabless Semiconductor Association and is located in Davis, Calif., 70 miles east of San Francisco.
MaxStream
MaxStream supplies OEMs and integrators with reliable radio modems and modules that meet the unique needs of industry and commerce. The wireless modems are easy-to-use and provide reliable delivery of critical data between devices.
MaxStream's 2.4 GHz XBee product family makes it simple to incorporate ZigBee/802.15.4 into nearly any electronic device. The flexibility of the XBee/XBee-PRO RF Modules create the perfect fusion of range, power-conservation, performance and networking features to ensure accurate and reliable RF communications. For more information regarding MaxStream's products and services: Contact MaxStream via the web (visit www.maxstream.net or e-mail rf-xperts@maxstream.net) or call toll-free (866) 765-9885.
Arnell J. Ignacio
Marketing Specialist
Rabbit Semiconductor, Inc.
A Digi International Brand
Direct: 530o297o4508
Main: 530o757o8400
Fax: 530o757o8402
arnell_ignacio@rabbit.com
rabbit.com
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