I won't reccomend a specific solution.
Bob
Once a day, machine shop strings 150' of RS232 cable across the shop floor to program a screw machine from a Win95 computer. Can this cable be replaced by a wireless link?
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Replace RS232 cable with wireless
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I won't reccomend a specific solution.
Bob
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I may have a wireless solution for you. I have a wireless bluetooth product that emulates RS232 or RS485 serial cable at speeds up to 115.2 Kbps. Three levels of security and ruggedized for the industrial environment. Interested?
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Just like wires would?
Or must we select a baud rate?
Bob
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Yes, the device would transparently pass varying baud rates up to the maximum of 115.2 Kpbs.
Rocke
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There is a .pdf of the spec sheet at http://warrenmarketing.com/RS232Replacement.htm
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Screen shots of the setup software could reveal if this would work. We have tried such devices before and found that because our baud rate changes speeds, bluetooth RS232 links have not worked for us. All I've found were units that you set for some baud rate and not a replace the wire units.
Another clue is if the devices support the RS232 'break' signal. Again, something lacking in such devices.
At first this sounds demanding but this is the embedded world and not PC centric.
Bob
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You can download the manual for the "Shark" at http://www.stevenswater.com/catalog/products/telemetry_com/manual/UsersManual_TheShark%20Rev%201r27.pdf, the manufacturer we distribute for.
Please let me know if there are specific questions you may have the manual doesn't address.
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We have a Zigbee solution for under 99 bucks. Even in 2 parts it's under 99 bucks. Bluetooth could be considered in the 99 buck and less range.
Sorry, but this one is 4 times more expensive so it's a non-contender.
Bob
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Great! I knew Zigbee would handle the amounts of data you need, but the spec calls for a maximum of 30 meters line of sight. I'd be interested to know how it works for you. Thanks for your interest.
Rocke
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