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What is SkyTel Telemetry?
SkyTel Telemetry provides wireless solutions for collecting and using data from your fixed remote assets. Solutions can be developed for almost any situation where remote monitoring and control of machines and/or measurements are needed.
System data is delivered via the SkyTel ReFLEX two-way data network. This network, available in all U.S. major metropolitan areas, runs in a licensed 900Mhz frequency band, and offers several advantages:
· Excellent in-building penetration.
· Advanced message retry algorithms ensure your messages get through.
· Mature, metropolitan coverage throughout the U.S.
· Signals are simulcast from multiple towers.
· Broadcast capability.
Here are a few of the many fixed wireless applications currently in use or in development on the SkyTel ReFLEX network:
· Automated Meter Readings: one-to-one for commercial and industrial uses; one-to-many for residential purposes
· Vending: Automated monitoring and control
· Health Care: Patient monitoring equipment
· Security: Cut line detection
· Tank Monitoring: Content level and material corrosion
Service Options
SkyTel Remote Access Program
The SkyTel Remote Access (SRA) Program includes monitoring devices coupled with a pre-designed web application interface. SRA devices include intelligent firmware used to monitor analog signals, and monitor and control digital signals to and from your assets. The SRA devices and web interface are available from SkyTel, and monthly service fees apply.
Network Access Program
This program is designed for the true ground-up developer, allowing you to send and receive data over SkyTel?s nationwide two-way data network. SkyTel provides an XML-gateway to its wireless network to transport data to and from your assets. You procure and program your own remote terminal units (RTU) using transceiver developer kits from approved manufacturers, and build your own application that interacts with our XML-based network gateway using the WCTP protocol.
