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MobileCollect Wireless

MicroRidge MobileCollect Wireless System

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MicroRidge offers a wireless system that gives you the greatest range of options and flexibility for wireless measurement collection. MobileCollect represents the 3rd generation of wireless measurement collection from MicroRidge and expands upon the capabilities of GageWay Wireless. MobileCollect features new technology, new features and new pricing made possible by more highly integrated radio technology. MobileCollect supports the broadest range of digital and RS-232 gages, scales, and interfaces from manufacturers such as Brown & Sharpe, CDI, Federal Maxum, Fowler, LMI, Mahr Federal, Mitutoyo, Ono Sokki, Starrett, Sylvac, etc. and also - our own GageWay line of interfaces.

A basic wireless system consists of a transmitter and a base. With MobileCollect you can also choose from several transmitter and base options to fit your gaging and measurement collection requirements. MobileCollect offers features and functionality not found in any other wireless system.

The Digital Mobile Module is used to capture measurements from most digital and RS-232 handheld gages such as calipers, micrometers, digital indicators, etc.	The Command Mobile Module functions the same as the Digital Mobile Module, with the additional ability to send a command from a base unit to initiate a gage reading.

Securely attaches to all handheld gages LEDs positioned to provide highly visible user feedback User replaceable cable gage Range up to 133 feet Typical battery life in excess of 2 years Field upgradeable firmware Automatically turns itself off after each reading. No power switch required. Read button is rated for 1 million cycles Gage cable in lengths up to 72"	Same as the Digital Mobile Module except battery life will be less when used in the Command mode. Responds to read requests and sleep cycle commands from a base unit. Allows you to provide complete remote control of a mobile module. Contact for pricing and ordering information.
The RS-232 Mobile Module supports RS-232 gages not supported by the Digital Mobile Module or the Command Mobile Module.	The RS-232 Remote is used when you have an RS-232 serial device, such as a gage interface or a scale, in a non-mobile setup that you want to connect to the wireless system.

Same as the Digital Mobile Module except the range is up to 100 feet and battery life will be influenced by RS-232 interface requirements. Use for RS-232 devices that are not supported by the Digital Mobile Module.	The serial port looks like a serial port on a PC and can accept data from any RS-232 serial device. Connect an external read switch (hand switch, foot switch, etc.) to the Remote so you can send a user-defined command to your RS-232 serial device. Field upgradeable firmware Range is 133 feet Contact for pricing and ordering information.

The bases receive measurements from transmitters (Mobile Modules and Remotes). The bases are connected to a PC or laptop by a USB or RS-232 port. All data sent to USB ports appear as standard RS-232 data to your application.

MobileCollect is fully compatible with the previous GageWay Wireless system.

The USB Base receives measurements from Mobile Modules and Remotes. Connects directly to a USB port on a PC or a laptop. It is powered by the USB port.	The RS-232 Base receives measurements from Mobile Modules and Remotes. Connects directly to an RS-232 serial port and is powered by a separate AC adapter.

RF Sniffer determines clear channels for the most reliable operation. Supports an unlimited number Mobile Modules. Configured by an easy-to-use Windows setup program. Field upgradeable firmware. Range is up to 133 feet. You can have several base units adjacent to each other. Each base will only receive data from the Mobile Modules or Remotes that have been associated with the base. Data sent to the PC consists of ASCII strings that are accepted by virtually all SPC-DAQ software. WedgeLink Xpress keyboard wedge included at no additional charge.

Setup Advantage

ITEM	MOBILECOLLECT ADVANTAGE	OTHERS	ADVANTAGE TO YOU
Setup Program	Not required for most configurations. Easy to use when needed.	Required. Often difficult to install, use and understand.	Saves installation and startup time.
Associate gage with base	Can associate using buttons on Mobile Modules	Must use setup program	Saves time and you can associate new gages on the fly
Output formats for measurement transfer to PC	Dozens of user selectable formats available	Varies from a few to only one	Easier to integrate wireless system to your measurement analysis software
RF Sniffer	Built into the USB Base to determine available RF channels	Not available	Allows you to configure system on channels not currently being used by other 2.4 GHz radios.

User Operation Advantages

ITEM	MOBILECOLLECT ADVANTAGE	OTHERS	ADVANTAGE TO YOU
LED visibility	LEDs placed so that acknowledgement received from the base is highly visible to the user	LEDs placed so that base acknowledgement is difficult or impossible to see	With MobileCollect, it is very obvious that the base received the reading.
Gage cable length	Most cables available in lengths of up to 72"	Limited length options. Mitutoyo only supplies 6 inch cables	Allows you to specify the length you need for your applications
Read button on mobile module	Conveniently placed and easy to access. Rate for 1 million cycles	Must use read button on the gage because transmitter does not have one or is difficult to access	When read button fails on the cable (and it will), you have a backup option by using the button on the mobile module
Mobile Module attachment to gage	Efficiently attaches to gage to prevent premature cable failure	Mitutoyo transmitter is supported by the gage cable which leads to premature cable failure and replacement	Reduced cost and down time due to cable failure and replacement
Gage support	Most handheld gages and RS-232 devices	More limited range of gages. Some only support Mitutoyo	Supports gages you use now and gages you will use in the future
Send commands from Base to Mobile Module	Remotely request gage measurements	Not available	Obtain readings from a gage without needing an operator to press button on gage or Mobile Module. Can be useful in gage fixtures.
Computer connection	Both USB and RS-232	USB only	Greater flexibility in connecting to PCs, PLCs, etc.

Product Maintenance and Support

ITEM	MOBILECOLLECT ADVANTAGE	OTHERS	ADVANTAGE TO YOU
Pre & Post sales support	Complete and responsive support from configuration through operation	Varies	Continued support
Field upgradeable firmware	User can upgrade all firmware in the field	Not apparent that this is available	Allows you to add new features by downloading upgrades from the web site.
Gage cable replacement	Gage cable replacement is minimized since the Mobile Module is securely attached to gages like cables and micrometers.	Some companies do not attach the transmitter to the gage resulting in premature cable failure and replacement	Minimize down time and cable cost due to more frequents cable failure and replacement cost.

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