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Configurable automation controller (CAC) with GPRS modem

Services standard protocols e.g. MODBUS, SNMP, MBUS, 1-Wire and SQL bases and "plug-in" systems. Fully configurable, does not require programming. Access to device hardware resources. Event Communications. Unlimited number of serviceable parameters. Unlimited number of text message and e-mail alarms. Any number of data acquisition channels, access channels, message channel. Access to data through SQL/FTP/http. Datalogger, writing in 1GB Flash memory or SD. WWW visualization in PHP or NX Dynamics technology.

Basic information

iMod as a telemetric module has enormous capabilities of data logging and access, using built-in input-output interfaces and communications channels such as Ethernet or GPRS for this purpose. Thanks to its elastic configuration, it fulfulls the role of a protocol controller, integrating access to devices and buffering data downloaded through various protocols and methods of Communications. An integrated www server makes it possible to realize presentation and control directly from the device using an internet browser, and additionally, the NX Dynamics platform facilitates the creation of control modules on the WWW level. iMod is an innovative software service coupled with the NPE hardware-system platform developed as a fast start for implementation of advanced automation, monitoring, and remote supervision Project. Installations based on the iMod currently operate in many countries of the world, and thanks to the constant development of the platform and remote updates, it is always possible to gain access to new functionalities.

Services standard protocols e.g. MODBUS, SNMP, MBUS, 1-Wire and SQL bases and "plug-in" systems. Fully configurable, does not require programming. Access to device hardware resources. Event Communications. Unlimited number of serviceable parameters. Unlimited number of text message and e-mail alarms. Any number of data acquisition channels, access channels, message channel. Access to data through SQL/FTP/http. Datalogger, writing in 1GB Flash memory or SD. WWW visualization in PHP or NX Dynamics technology.

Hardware properties

Based on the verified NPE Linux hardware platform for industrial computer. Adapted for constant operation under industrial conditions. Efficient, energy-saving processor using RISC technology. Rich set of I/O interfaces: including digital and analog inputs and outputs, RS232/RS485 serial ports, transmitter outputs. Built-in Ethernet (LAN) and GPRS (WAN)* Communications. Servicing of the economic 1-Wire bus typically used for reading of temperature sensors. Possible hardware versions on special order (e.g. USB port), also with a logotype of the orderer (OEM versions).

Software properties

To use the iMod, just define the appropriate configuration. The iMod SDK based on the JAVA language makes it possible to add servicing of your own industrial automation protocols. Scanning capability (in the automatic configuration) of devices/sensors on 1-Wire oraz MBus buses. Servicing of events enables effective communication and makes it possible to save on costs of transmission. Thanks to buffering of data, it is immediately available e.g. for SCADA systems. Possibility of operation with expansion modules for the purpose of increasing the amount of available interfaces. Remote software updates. Full technical support through a dedicated portal and TechBase Solution Partner.