Product Description: Wireless M-Bus modem
Wireless M-Bus AMR (Automatic Meter Reading) plug-and-play modems automatically collect energy data from water and gas meters.
100% compatible with the Wireless M-Bus standard (EN13757-3 and EN13757-4), device open protocols ensure full interoperability with other Wireless M-Bus products on the market.
ARF868 radio modem
ARF868 radio modems convert data from a serial link into a radio frame to send to a similar device in the frequency range 863- 870 MHz. The power and sensitivity allow the data to be transmitted over distances of up to 20 km.
Advantages
Wireless M-Bus modems
Battery life
• Runs on battery for up to 12 years.
Long range
• Up to 1 km. Range can be increased by installing repeaters.
Ease of installation
• Factory pre-programmed
• Quick installation.
• Robust IP65.
2 pulse inputs
• A single transmitter can handle two meters.
• Compatible with all water and gas meters.
ARF868 radio modem
Sensitivity, transmission/reception quality
• Power 25 mW or 500 mW at 868 MHz.
• Licence-free frequencies on European bands (863 - 870 MHz) or frequencies subject to license (410 - 470 MHz).
Ease of installation
• Quick installation
• User-friendly and configuration with intuitive software
• The product can be configured as a transmitter, receiver or repeater.
Long range
• 1 to 20 km.
Several types of communication
• RS232, RS485 or USB serial port.
