Introduction - Infinite AERINOS ADS-260 User Manual

1. Introduction

Sigfox is a communication protocol that is used to read data from sensors through a
fixed network of base stations. It works like a low cost "SMS" service. As an end-user,
you only need to buy a subscription to connect to the data network operated by
SIGFOX. Sigfox uses Ultra Narrow Band (UNB) radio technology and operates in the
license free bands (ISM). Sigfox has the advantage of covering larger areas than
other fixed local systems.
ADS-260 is an ultra low power, battery powered end node for the Sigfox network. The
units is available for the 868 to 869 MHz and 902 to 928 MHz bands. It incorporates a
configurable input (digital, pulse counter or analog) and multiple excitation options for
powering transducers. The device supports acquisition of up to 8 measurement
channels, based on the popular SDI-12 communication protocol and 8 channels,
based on the MODBUS protocol. ADS-260 can send up to 140 uplink messages per
day. The unit incorporates a Lithium Thionyl Battery supplying system operation for
up to 10 years.
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