ProtoCast

Industry Leading IIoT Solutions for System Integrators and OEMs.

ProtoCast is a Modbus to Wi-Fi gateway for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) that connects field equipment to the SMC Cloud. Now OEMs can cost-effectively connect all their field-deployed equipment to the cloud to improve customer care through remote monitoring, notification and alarming.

The ProtoCast also support 2 analogue inputs and up to 4 digital inputs so other elements can be monitored in parallel. (For example, an analogue water leak detector attached to a boiler/hot water heater).

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With the ability to connect device to the cloud over Wi-Fi connection and automatically support multiple known controller profiles, the ProtoCast brings a new low-cost, entry level tool to OEMs transforming their business with Cloud-based services and support.

  • Tailored Modbus interface with 5 separate device profiles
  • Compact form factor for flexible installation
  • Analogue and digital inputs
  • SMC Cloud-enabled remote access, data monitoring
  • Alarming and notifications
  • Supports Bluetooth connectivity to ProtoCast App
Turnkey Cloud Connectivity

The ProtoCast wireless gateway provides OEMs with a simple, low-cost and reliable on-ramp to the IIoT and SMC Cloud connectivity. Provide channel partners or even end-users visiblity and access to field deployed equipment.

Create a new business model providing managed services for existing equipment. Take advantage of operational data collected across thousands of installed devices to perform statistical quality analysis, and apply AI/machine learning to begin to predict maintenance and support incidents.

1. COST-EFFECTIVE MODBUS TO CLOUD GATEWAY
  • Easily connect any OEM equipment directly to the SMC Cloud for remote monitoring, access, notifications
2. ADDITIONAL ANALOGUE, DIGITAL INPUTS
  • Connect additional elements to develop comprehensive overview of local environment
3. APP BASED INSTALLATION, CONFIGURATION, MONITORING
  • Easily install and configure the gateway via the ProtoCast App.  Take advantage of the SMC Live app to provide end users visibility into their own equipment. 
4. SMC DEVICE CLOUD SUPPORT
  • SMC Cloud connectivity for remote access to local applications, configuration, and device management is included in the cost of the device.   
Model Numbers
  • FPA-W10-XXXX (Wi-Fi)
Wireless
  • Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
    • Frequency: 2.4 GHz
    • Channels: 1 to 13 (inclusive)
    • Encryption: TKIP, WPA & AES
  • Bluetooth
    • Bluetooth 3.0 + HS
    • Standard pairing
    • Bluetooth class 1 & 2

Communication

  • Serial: RS-485
    • Baud: 9600, 19200, 34800, 57600, 115200
Other
  • Browser and App-based configuration
  • Support for 5 OEM device profiles
  • Additional Inputs
    • Up to 2 analogue (either 4-20 mA or 0-10 VDC)
    • Up to 4 digital (voltage free)
Environment
  • Operating temperature: 4° to 158°F (-20° to 70°C)
  • Relative humidity: 10-95% RH non-condensing
Enclosure
  • Dimensions: 3.8 x 1.6 x 0.8 in. (9.6 x 4.0 x 2.0 cm)
  • Weight: 0.1 lbs (0.04 kg)
Power Requirements
  • 12 - 24 VDC
  • 100 mA @ 12 V 

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