Gateway Module

Banner Engineering introduces the SureCross B2Q Gateway Module, developed to provide embeddable, dependable and cost-effective communication capabilities for the company's Q45 wireless sensor network. The module features discrete outputs and DIP switches to map inputs from up to two wireless sensors to the gateway's outputs. With its board-level design and easy mounting capabilities, the gateway is easily embedded inside equipment, enclosures and on control panels. The gateway module initiates communication with the wireless sensors and accurately controls timing and configuration for the entire network through the following performance features: Two sourcing discrete outputs; site survey analyzes the network's strength and reliability and conveys results through bi-color LED indicator; DIP switches allow users to select one of eight defined I/O mapping configurations to automatically map the Q45' inputs to the Gateway's outputs; transceivers provide bidirectional communication between the gateway and wireless sensor, including fully acknowledged data transmission; lost RF links are detected and relevant outputs set to user-defined condition. The self-contained, wireless standard sensor solution replaces wired solutions with untethered communications and easy deployment. Designed with a proprietary, self-contained battery, radio and sensor, the sensor is aiming at improving efficiency by monitoring and coordinating multiple machines and processes.