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 XE8000 SMS Controller

XE8000 SMS Controller

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Product Overview

The XE8000 SMS Controller is a communications device that connects to a GSM modem to allow wireless remote and mobile Data Acquisition, Monitoring and Control via GSM Networks. The XE8000 allows logging of data to internal memory and to a web-based database for secure access through a web browser. Multiple users can interrogate the XE8000 or be notified on configurable events.

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Online Demonstration

Visit the live Online Demonstration of SMS to Web Technology. In this demo the Advanced Information Networks XE8000 SMS Controller logs the local temperature on an hourly basis and sends this data to the web server where it can be viewed online.

 Key Features

Users

The XE8000 supports up to 10 users. Each user can interrogate the device for current input status. Users can be notified based on changes to each input or output. Configuration tables allow inputs and outputs to be allocated to specific users.

Outputs

The XE8000 has four 1 Amp Open Collector Outputs. These may be controlled with SMS messages from approved users. Outputs states can be logged.

Inputs

The XE8000 has four inputs that can be independently configured as:

  • 4-20mA 10 bit Analog Inputs
  • 0-5 Volt 10 bit Analog Inputs
  • Voltage-free Clean-contact Digital Inputs

Logging, alarming, and user notification settings can be set independently for each input. Input One can be used for Power Supply Monitoring (see below).

Power Supply

The XE8000 operates from a 10-30VDC power source. It draws less then 50mA.

Power Supply Monitoring

The first input of the XE8000 can be used to monitor either IN1 or the Power Supply. An internal jumper must be changed to select either option. The factory default is Power Supply monitoring. The Power Supply can be logged and trigger alarms based on user-defined setpoints.

Alarms

SMS messages can be sent to users when an input reaches an alarm state or when an output changes. The following setpoint configurations are available:

  • Alarm when above set point. A reset point is implemented.
  • Alarm when below set point. A reset point is implemented.
  • Alarm when inside set and reset points.
  • Alarm when outside set and reset points.

Data Logging

Inputs can be logged to the 256K of internal memory or to Advanced Information Networks' web-based logging system. Data may be accessed via Advanced Information Networks Client Area as online graphs, reports and CSV downloads. There is a monthly access fee for this service.

Inputs can be scanned up to every 30 seconds. Logging can be as frequent as every 30 seconds. Different logging rates can be applied when an alarm is present. Instantaneous or averaged values can be logged.

Security

The XE8000 has a number of in-built security features. Caller ID security and User-specific PIN numbers provide authentication for device interrogation and control.

Web Configuration

The XE8000 SMS Controller can be remotely configured from the Advanced Information Networks Website Client Area. Configuration options include message content, system settings, the device phone book (user information), and alarm and data-logging settings. This saves the time and money involved with reconfiguration on-site. Multiple devices can be configured in geographically remote or distant locations all from your web browser.

Through-mode

Data can be passed from the GSM Modem to an external serial device (on the secondary RS232 port) and visa versa. This provides direct communication to an additional external serial device over a wireless data link. Examples include PLCs or specialized instrumentation equipment.

SMS Command Mode

An external serial device can send SMS messages with a proprietary AT command set. This provides the option of an additional communications platform to an existing PLC-based system, via SMS messaging. This may provide some redundancy and additionally allows remote notification when required. 

Input Expansion modules

The XE8300 Expansion module can be connected to the XE8000 expansion port. Expansion modules will allow the system to be expanded to a maximum of 20 inputs. The XE8300 includes eight Analog or Clean-contact Digital inputs.

GPS

The XE8000 is GPS enabled for mobile applications. It will interface to an external NMEA-0183 compliant GPS device, or it can be ordered with an internal GPS module. GPS co-ordinates are added to Alarm Messages, and to Status Response Messages.

GPS co-ordinates can be logged to Internal Memory and to the Internet.

OEM Options

By integrating the XE8000 functionality into your product, Advanced Information Networks can supply customized solutions for Original Engineering Manufacturers (OEM). Please download and complete the OEM Inquiry Form to begin the discussion process.

XE8000 technology has been used as the basis for an SMS controlled mobile LED Display Sign. This allows the messages on the sign to be programmed and changed from a mobile phone. This is currently used for road safety campaigns.

Packages Options

Advanced Information Networks can build packages for a set application around the XE8000 SMS Controller. Base packages include an Enclosure, SMS Controller, Modem and Aerial. For further details on our Controller packages please view our SMS Controller Packages page.

Contact us

Contact Advanced Information Networks for further information on pricing or technical questions.

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