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Instrumentation
Services’ Remote Data System is a
general-purpose data acquisition
system, designed to collect data
un-attended. With its low power
requirements, the hardened RDS is
well-suited to on-vehicle data
collection as well as remote,
stationary applications.
The Remote Data
System was designed specifically for
data acquisition and built from the
ground up to function in an
un-attended setting.
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As part of a
Distributed Data Acquisition system,
several Remote Data Systems can be
linked together to collect data from
a wide variety of sensors in
different locations.
The RDS
features a built-in wireless
networking capability, allowing
multiple units to communicate with
each other and exchange data.
Additionally, the user controls the
RDS by accessing it through a
notebook computer over the wireless
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Low-power operation
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requires only 7 watts (300mA @
24V)
32
channels of analog data acquisition
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16-bit resolution over ±10 volt
input range
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2500Hz max. scan rate @ 32
channels
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expandable to 96 channels
3
configurable RS-232 COM Ports
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additional data collection (AEI,
GPS, etc.)
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remote communication equipment
(cellular/land-line modem,
satellite etc.)
Solid-state data storage media
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no moving parts
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128MB system disk drive
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up to 1GB data disk drive
provides continuous data
collection for extended time
periods without the need to
delete old data
100
MHz x86 embedded processor
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low
heat dissipation; cool-to-the-touch
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very low power requirements
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Dual
watchdog timers + Embedded BIOS
prevent system lock-ups
PC/104 platform
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an industry-standard, ruggedized
form factor for embedded
application.
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Wireless Networking
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Industry-standard IEEE 802.11b
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11Mbit/sec data transfer
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range up to 2000 ft.
Easy
to Use Interface
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system interface accessible
through a web browser
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allows data collection control
and configuration
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define channels to collect
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view plots of collected data
Configurable and Expandable Software
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user-installed software modules
can be loaded to allow custom
processing of collected data
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fully documented data formats
Robust Software Environment
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real-time Linux means stability,
predictable timing and open
expandability
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tuned for stand-alone
functionality with fail-safe
boot-up and self monitoring of
vital components
LCD
Readout on System Housing
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displays system status and
health
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