Chapter 1. Introduction; About The A753 Addwave Gsm/Gprs Series 4 - Adcon A753 User Manual

Chapter 1. Introduction
About the A753 addWAVE GSM/GPRS Series 4
This manual explains the hardware aspects of Adcon's A753 addWAVE
GSM/GPRS Series 4 remote telemetry units, including installation
issues and certain parameter configurations. The manual is divided as
follows:
• Introduction, which gives some general information and
document conventions.
• Using the addWAVE, which details the installation and use of the
remote telemetry unit.
• Performing Advanced Functions, which discusses connectors and
controllers and provides other information for advanced users.
• Specifications, which describes operating parameters for the
devices.
The A753 addWAVE GSM/GPRS Series 4 remote telemetry unit (RTU)
is a low-power, GSM/GPRS-based telemetry device with four digital
I/O ports, twelve analog inputs, and four counter inputs.
The A753 incorporates a GSM module and uses the standard GSM
network for retrieving telemetry data (900/1800 MHz in Europe, 850/
1900 MHz in the US).
The A753 is a ruggedized RTU, complying with the IP65 ingress
protection class (NEMA 4). Depending on topography, it ensures a
reliable wireless connection to your cellular service provider. Your
provider's cellular network must cover the site where you want to
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