Digi News page
Jun 2009 More on DIA and iDigi
May 2009 High Spec Routers
Mar 2009 Wireless Focus for Digi
Mar 2009 High Speed 3G Wireless Routers
Mar 2009 iDigi DIA
Feb 2009 Hazardous Area Devices
Oct 2008 The XBee-PRO XSC OEM RF
Sept 2008 Industrial Grade ZigBee-to-Cellular Gateway
Sep 2008 ConnectPort WAN Now Supports
Wi-Fi
Sep 2008 Protocols Supported in Wireless
May 2008 Eliminate PCs from Airline Display Systems
Apr 2008 XBEE and XBEE Pro + Development Kits
Apr 2008 Point to Multi Point Ethernet
Mar 2008 RF Modem Chart
Feb 2008 Three New Cellular Options
Feb 2008 New Series II "Drop in
Networks in Starter Kits" Lower Prices
Dec 2007 more on --- Drop in Networks
Sept 2007 more on --- Drop in Networks
June 2007 Drop in Networks
Digi Main Page
Digi has several pathways to make wireless project integration easier. That is building a system consisting of wireless end point devices to the Server, using all types of platforms such as zigbee, Wifi, GPRS, 3G, Ethernet etc without a huge struggle and loads of programming.
They even have a GPRS and 3G Hosting site to allow easy data transmission. ( Note it is tricky to send data by GPRS and 3G without buying Vodafones expensive VPN programs each month.)
DIA ( Digi Integration Application )
Now what is DIA really pdf
Getting started with DIA pdf
Web Services and Device management pdf
iDigi what is it
First the website main page link
The current Solutions page link
How to get started in iDigi link
The developers link
Learn More link
FAQ link
You have read the Digi Site info on the Transport Wireless systems.
You may like to check this Sarian web site in Europe also for greater detail and more comprehensive info.
These are truly impressive products and have an NZ link with NZ Engineers being involved with the products.
Like This One:-
The DR6400W is an all-in-one router combining everything remote sites and devices need in order to ensure maximum network uptime. The DR6400W provides an 802.11 b/g WiFi interface in addition to the standard features of the DR6000 series. Support for 3G networks, ADSL2 / ADSL2+ and an integrated 4 port switch provide for a state of the art enterprise class router with integrated failover for maximum network uptime.
MasTec represents Digi International in NZ.
Digi is changing the ability to monitor and control Infrastructure using low cost Zigbee Mesh Radio systems back in to the enterprise.
We are looking for partners in NZ that want to start to use this technology.
The person we require to speak to is the Managers of large infrastructure accounts who need better technology now.
Our present focus is very broad
New focuses coming on stream now are
Just looking at tanks - here are some examples that can be monitored
Some Application Info these are sites that are already using this technology have a look
Enterprise class cellular routers
with advanced dynamic routing, security and firewall features
Flexible interfaces: serial (async/sync), Ethernet, GPS, Wi-Fi,
USB and telemetry
High speed cellular interfaces: GSM GPRS/EDGE/HSPA and CDMA EV-DO
Specialized support for POS/synchronous protocols
Integrated backup options with primary and failover interfaces
for branch-in-a-box applications
Remote management software and custom scripting
You really need to read all of this.- link
We invite all wireless people to look at this and see if it is useful for building systems quickly without programming.
Digi renamed DAQ (we announced this in Dec 2008) to iDigi Dia.
iDigi is Digi's new brand for fast wireless M2M solution building. DAQ was a good name, but Dia (Device Integration Application) and the notion of being able to connect remote devices in a day were among the reasons for the name change. Same product, but with additional features and a roadmap for yet additional features throughout the year, including provisioning/commissioning tools for XBee deployments using iDigi Dia.
Please visit our new site www.idigi.com and register with Digi's Developer Program.
You'll then be able to download the latest Dia distribution code.
You'll also receive access to our iDigi platform, our M2M Delivery Service, hosted by Digi. That means no IT infrastructure for rolling out M2M solutions.
Digi hosts the Platform-as-a-Service
that provides gateway/XBee management, storage cache and messaging
services between your application and connected remote asset (sensors,
PLCs, etc.).
In late 2008 Digi introduced a line of wired and wireless device networking solutions designed for reliable operation in hazardous environments.
The product line includes the Digi Connect® WAN IA cellular router, XTend" radio frequency (RF) modem, PortServer® TS Haz MEI serial server and Digi One® IAP Haz serial server. The products are designed to network enable devices in manufacturing and industrial environments where exposure to volatile liquids and gases and severe temperature ranges is common.
The new products are Class 1, Division 2 rated, certifying them for use in environments where volatile flammable liquids, vapors or gases may exist. Industries exhibiting these characteristics include power distribution, oil and gas, water/wastewater, pharmaceutical, food and beverage and agribusiness to name a few.
The products also feature conformal coating, a spray-on treatment applied to the printed circuit assembly (PCA) that provides a protective barrier against moisture and corrosion.
The products are also rated and lab tested to meet extended operating temperatures typically required in industrial environments. The Digi Connect WAN IA can operate in temperatures between -30° C and 70° C, the XTend RF modem between -40° C and 85° C, and the PortServer TS Haz MEI and Digi One IAP between -35° C and 74° C.
The Digi Connect WAN IA is an Ethernet-to-cellular router with built in Modbus that provides enterprise backup and primary connectivity to devices in remote locations and features industrial hardware/software components. Ideal for any environment where running a cable is difficult such as crossing a highway.
The XTend RF modem provides serial cable replacement over a 900MHz RF connection and can provide up to 40 miles of range in line-of-sight conditions.
The PortServer TS Haz MEI serial server provides high-performance serial-to-Ethernet connectivity and makes it easy to connect one to four serial devices to a network.
The Digi One IAP Haz provides serial-to-Ethernet connectivity and a protocol bridge to allow interoperability of industrial serial and Ethernet devices.
The Digi Connect WAN IA, XTend RF modem, PortServer TS Haz MEI and Digi One IAP Haz are now available. For more information, please visit
The ConnectPort" X4 gateway is now available in a ruggedized NEMA4X/IP66 enclosure providing protection against dust, water and ice. The ConnectPort X4 NEMA is also Class I, Division 2 certified for operating in environments where flammable vapors and gasses are present.
ConnectPort X gateways aggregate and transport ZigBee/802.15.4 network traffic to central data applications over cellular, Wi-Fi or Ethernet connections.
ConnectPort X gateways are a key element of Digi's Drop-in Networking family of products a collection of hardware components that also includes our XBee® adapters, modules, extenders and bridges which together enable distributed electronic devices to be wirelessly networked where no wired infrastructure exists or where access to an existing network is prohibited.
ConnectPort X gateways feature an integrated ZigBee/802.15.4 module plus cellular (3G, 2.5G or 2G), Wi-Fi, GPS and local storage options.
Several physical interfaces are available as well, including Ethernet, serial, USB and a 1-Wire sensor port that accepts Digi's Watchport® sensors (X8 model only).
ConnectPort X gateways are available in multiple configurations to suit various applications and connectivity needs.
Digi expands connectivity options by adding Wi-Fi capability to the ConnectPort" WAN high speed 3G cellular router family.
The enterprise class cellular routers have integrated 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi (ad hoc) allowing even more devices to leverage cellular wireless data connections for WAN access to the Internet, including secure integrated VPN to corporate networks.
With an upgradeable wireless network platform, customers are able to quickly migrate to future 3G platforms and beyond with supported Type 2 PCMCIA Card slots, PCI Express modules, or PCI Express cards. Also included are RS-232 serial ports for connecting legacy COM devices and built-in 10/100 Ethernet switches for connecting additional TCP/IP network devices.
Digi Radios support most PLC protocols transparently.
Some protocols like Modbus require considerations on latency and this can be accomodated with the radio running at higher baud rates than the PLC or in certain cases with a special factory configuration.
So do feel free to use these Wireless sstems with the PLC systems you have.
This information applies to direct point to point wireless systems not mesh.
This is part of the interconnectivity solutions that are chnaging the structure of IT -- read more
MasTec Stocks Zigbee modules and Development Kits
Wireless > Point-to-Multipoint
> XPress Ethernet Bridge
Indoor/urban range up to 2,000 feet (with high gain antenna)
Outdoor line-of-sight range up to 15 miles (with high gain antenna)
Does not interfere with Wi-Fi networks
128-bit encryption provides secure data delivery
Simple plug-and-play; use DIP switch to choose access point or
subscriber unit
The XPress Ethernet Bridge replaces costly wiring with a solution that wirelessly connects industrial PLCs, electronic (LED) signs, Wi-Fi APs, Pan/Tilt/Zoom security cameras, VoIP phones, Internet kiosks and more. With a range of up to 15 miles (line-of-sight with a high gain antenna) and the ability to transmit through as many as 10 standard walls, the XEB uses the added range and capabilities of the 900 MHz band to communicate where Wi-Fi and other wireless data products fall short. The easy-to-use, long-range XEB features a 1.5 Mbps RF data rate.
The XPress Ethernet Bridge is the best solution when:
The new XBee wall router expands the range of ZigBee® networks
by simply plugging into a standard power socket. This easy-to-install
solution makes it possible to quickly form a robust wireless mesh
network in locations where signal erosion occurs due to range
or interference limitations. It also creates additional network
rendundancy by adding multiple network paths.
Compatible with Digi's ConnectPort"
X gateways, XBee embedded modules, XBee adapters and XBee sensors,
the XBee wall router adds to the growing line of Drop-in Networking
3G
Accessing a Wi-Fi hotspot in almost any location just became possible with the addition of the Digi Wi-Point 3G". The three-in-one router features 802.11b/g, 10/100 Ethernet and cellular using any carrier supplied PCMCIA cellular card. Converting a high-speed 3G connection into a Wi-Fi connection allows multiple devices to benefit from a single cellular card.
3G Router
The Digi Connect® WAN 3G is an upgradeable 3G wireless WAN router that supports both HSDPA and EV-DO for cellular-to-Ethernet connectivity. Whether serving as a wired backup system or to provide a high-speed IP connection in remote locations, the Digi Connect WAN 3G provides a network connection where maximum uptime is critical, such as retail/POS sites and financial applications.
GPRS
The Digi Connect WAN GPRS is a 2G GSM GPRS Class 10 cellular router that provides secure connectivity to remote sites and devices. This low-cost cellular router solution is ideal for applications requiring connection speeds of up to 40 Kbps such as remote asset monitoring, meter reading, vehicle tracking, security and many more.
Digi Connectware® Manager
and Python programmability make it easier to manage and control
network devices.
Here is the full listing of what you get in the new kit for 2008
Quote part # XK-B11-SK-W --- Drop-in Networking Starter Kit - Series 2
Drop-in Networking solutions provide end-to-end wireless connectivity to electronic devices in locations where wired infrastructure does not exist or satisfy customer needs. The new Drop-in Networking Starter Kit demonstrates how Drop-in Networking technology can be used to better manage geographically distributed assets, enhance customer service, and even develop alternative sources of service-based revenue.
What can you do with a Drop-in Networking Starter Kit?
What's included with a Drop-in Networking Starter Kit?
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