Long-distance Wi-Fi wireless converter that connects even at a distance of 1km without the need for a license.

In this technical column, we will introduce the key points of the seminar titled "Smartization of Social Infrastructure (such as factories and buildings) Advancing: Wireless LAN Technology Capable of Transmitting Video Data Up to 1km - Utilizing IoT-Oriented Wide Area Wireless LAN 'IEEE802.11ah' to Connect Cameras and Sensors Over a Wide Area," which was held by our company on February 22, 2024. [Table of Contents] ● What is IEEE802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow), a new Wi-Fi standard optimized for IoT and suitable for long distances? ● Comparison and features against conventional Wi-Fi and LPWA (long distance, high speed, using the same IP frame as Wi-Fi) ● Introduction of the "IEEE802.11ah Compatible Wireless LAN Converter," which allows for easy connection and long-distance wireless LAN capabilities similar to Wi-Fi ● Use cases of IEEE802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow), such as outdoor Wi-Fi utilization

Contec has developed the IEEE802.11ah compatible wireless access point "SGA1000" (hereinafter referred to as the new product), which utilizes 920MHz sub-gigahertz wireless technology to enable Ethernet communication wirelessly up to 1km away. Orders will begin on June 25, 2024. The new product is a compactly designed IEEE802.11ah compatible wireless access point that can be used in various installation locations. The new Wi-Fi standard "IEEE802.11ah," which utilizes sub-gigahertz wireless communication, became available in Japan in September 2022. It operates in the 920MHz band without the need for a license and can be used outdoors. Compared to traditional 920MHz wireless communication, it enables high-speed communication and the establishment of long-distance networks, making it expected to be utilized in large factories, plants, and farms. The new wireless access point features a compact design and comes with a mounting bracket, allowing for installation in various locations such as walls and DIN rails. Additionally, it supports external antennas, enabling the construction of highly flexible wireless LAN systems.

Contec has developed the Ethernet wireless converters "RP-WAH-SR1" and "RP-WAH-SR2," which utilize 920MHz sub-gigahertz wireless (802.11ah) to enable wireless Ethernet communication up to 1km away, and began sales on December 12, 2023. The new products are compact IEEE802.11ah compliant wireless LAN converters that can be installed in various locations. Their lightweight and compact design, along with the included mounting bracket, allows for installation on walls and DIN rails, among other places. Additionally, they support external antennas, enabling the construction of highly flexible wireless LAN systems. 【Main Features】 ● Compliant with IEEE802.11ah standard ● Supports 920MHz band wireless with excellent transmission distance ● High-speed communication capable of video transmission ● Switchable between station (slave) and access point (master) modes ● Compatible with various power supplies and a wide temperature range