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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Viper SC provides any IP-enabled device with connectivity to transmit data. This DSP-based radio was designed for industrial
applications utilizing 136-174 MHz, 215-240 MHz VHF, 406.1-512 MHz UHF, 880-902 and 928-960 MHz frequencies.
Operational as a wideband IP Modem or Router, Viper SC is optimized for use in SmartGrid, Distribution Automation, and
SCADA applications. SCADA applications are defined as those with one or more centralized control sites used to monitor
and control remote field devices over wide areas. For example, a regional utility may monitor and control networks over an
entire metropolitan area. Industry sectors with SCADA systems include energy utilities, water and wastewater utilities, and
environmental groups.
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Designed to replace wire lines, the Ethernet and RS-232 serial ports allow direct connection to Programmable Logic
Controllers (PLCs) or Remote Terminal Units (RTUs). Viper supports serial and Ethernet/IP Remote Terminal Units (RTU) and
programmable logic controllers (PLC). It is standard IEEE 802.3 compliant. Viper supports any protocol running over IPv4
(including ICMP, IPinIP, IPSec, RSVP, TCP and UDP protocols). It provides MAC layer bridging and HTTP, ARP, and static
routing packet forwarding.
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OPERATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Viper has the following operational characteristics:
Frequency range of 136-174 MHz, 215-240 MHz, 406.1-470 MHz, 450-512 MHz, 880-902 or 928-960 MHz
142-174 MHz, 406.1-470 MHz, and 450-512 MHz frequency ranges certified for European Union (ETSI EN300 113)
142-174 MHz, 406.1-470 MHz, and 450-512 MHz frequency ranges certified for Australia/New Zealand (ACMA
AS/NZS 4925-2004 (Spectrum Impact Assessment))
User-selectable data rates – up to 128 kbps @ 50 kHz
Wide input power range of 10 to 30 volts DC
Built-in transceiver adjustable from 1 to 10 watts (8 watts max for 900MHz)
Used as an access point or an end point with each configurable in (a) Bridge mode for quick setup of units on same
network or (b) Router mode for advanced networks
Embedded web server to access status and/or setup information
Remote access for over-the-air system firmware upgrades
Advanced AES 128-bit data encryption and security designed to meet FIPS 140-2 requirements
Superior data compression (zlib compression algorithm applies to Serial and IP connections)
Native UDP and TCP/IP support
Online and Offline Diagnostics
Supports up to 32 different frequency channel pairs
Rugged die-cast aluminum and steel case
UL Certified when powered by a listed Class 2 source
