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WSDA® -1000 -LXRS®

Microstrain WSDA® Wireless Sensor Data Aggregator

Wireless Sensor Data Aggregator
SensorCloud™ enabled.

The LORD MicroStrain WSDA® -1000 -LXRS® Wireless Sensor Data Aggregatoris an enclosed single-board computer with Ethernet connectivity.  The WSDA-1000 operates in 3 different modes including Standalone, LAN, and SensorCloud™

The WSDA-1000 may operate on its own with a static IP, act as an autonomous data logger on a LAN with a DHCP server, or integrate with SensorCloud™ for secure, web-based data access as well as remote network command, control and monitoring.

Microstrain WSDA® Wireless Sensor Data Aggregator

Wireless Simplicity, Hardwired Reliability

  • Dependable data with 100% throughput under most operating conditions
  • Scalable, extended range wireless sensor communication
  • Autonomously aggregate high-speed, synchronized data

Ease of Use

  • Quick path to unlimited sensor data via web-based portal
  • Remotely configure, command and control wireless sensor networks
  • Accepts all LORD MicroStrain® LXRS™ and legacy sensor nodes

Cost Effective

  • Manage thousands of wireless sensors on a single gateway
  • Rapid time to market for industrial and early adopter applications
  • Aggressive volume discount schedule

 

Node support V-Link®-LXRS™, SG-Link®-LXRS™, G-Link®-LXRS™, DVRT-Link™-LXRS™, TC-Link®-6CH-LXRS™, TC-Link®-1CH-LXRS™, EH-Link®, SG-Link®-OEM-LS, SG-Link®-OEM-LXRS™, HS-Link®-S-100 kHz, TC-Link® OEM, ENV-Link™-Mini-LXRS™, all legacy 2.4 GHz wireless nodes
CPU Marvell® PXA270
Operating system Linux 2.6.31 kernel
Internal memory 32 MB flash, 128 MB ram
Data storage memory Micro SD 2 GB
Connectivity IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, 10/100, IEEE 802.15.4 wireless, optional external cell modem
Accessibility HTTP, HTTPS TCP/IP socket
IP assignment DHCP, static IP
Remote data synchronization optional - periodically uploads data to secure portal (SensorCloud™), requires internet connection or cellular modem
Firmware upgrade options upgradable via web
Communication cable 10 foot CAT 6 Ethernet
Power supply universal 12 volts DC
Power supply range 7.0 to 36.0 volts DC
Power consumption max - 2000 mW, typical - 1400 mW
Radio frequency (RF) transceiver carrier 2.4 GHz direct sequence spread spectrum, license free worldwide (2.405 to 2.480 GHz) – 16 channels, radiated power programmable from 0 dBm (1 mW) to 16 dBm (39 mW); European models limited to 10 dBm (10 mW)
RF data packet standard IEEE 802.15.4, open communication architecture
Range for bi-directional RF link programmable communication range from 70 meters to 2 kilometers
Node synchronization 1 Hz beacon provides ± 32 μsec node to node synchronization
Status LED multi-color LED signals activity status
Operating temperature -40 °C to +85 °C with standard enclosure
Dimensions 146 mm x 109 mm x 23 mm without antenna
Weight 304 grams
Enclosure material black anodized aluminum
Software Node Commander®, LiveConnect, and WSDA® Data Downloader (all Windows XP/Vista/7 compatible)
Software development kit (SDK) includes data communications protocol, EEPROM maps and sample code (OS and computing platform independent)
FCC ID XJQMSLINK0001
IC ID 8505A-MSLINK0001

 

#1342: How do I repair or return a LORD MicroStrain® product?

In order to return any LORD MicroStrain® product either for repair or return, you must contact us for a Return Merchandise Authorization number (RMA). If you purchased directly from LORD MicroStrain® in the United States, please contact your Sales or Support Engineer to obtain an RMA.  If you purchased directly from a LORD MicroStrain® distributor, please contact your distributor to obtain an RMA.

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#1340: Where do I purchase LORD MicroStrain® products?

If you are located in the United States, LORD MicroStrain® supplies you directly.  If you are in located in another country, LORD MicroStrain® products are available exclusively from LORD MicroStrain® distributors.  Please use this locator to determine your distributor: http://www.microstrain.com/support/international

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#1339: Does LORD MicroStrain® provide a trial period for its products?

To enable customers to try our standard products risk free, LORD MicroStrain® offers a 30 day return on the purchase of a starter kit. In order to take advantage of this offer, a purchase order or payment for the starter kit is required when the order is placed. 30 day trial details may be found at: http://www.microstrain.com/support/warranty

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#1338: How do I get support for my LORD MicroStrain® products?

LORD MicroStrain® Support Engineers are always available to support you in any way we can by phone, email, SKYPE or Live Chat from our home page.  Contact details may be found at: http://www.microstrain.com/support/contact-support

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#1337: What is the shipping policy for LORD MicroStrain® products?

LORD MicroStrain® insures all products shipments to their full value unless the customer specifically states a different method.

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#1336: What is the warranty for LORD MicroStrain® products?

LORD MicroStrain® warrants its standard products to be free from defective material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase.  Warranty details may be found at: http://www.microstrain.com/support/warranty

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#1330: How do I make the data file timestamp human readable in Microsoft Excel?

Microsoft Excel displays the timestamp contained in the wireless node data files incorrectly.  If you were to open the CSV file with Microsoft Notepad, you will see that the timestamp is shown properly.  In order to get Excel to show the human readable time, follow the below procedure:

  • Highlight all of column A (column with the timestamp)
  • Right click on highlighted region and select Format cells...
  • Select the Number Tab in the window that open and choose Custom from the Category box
  • Scroll to the bottom of the list in the Type box, find this entry: m/d/yyyy h:mm and click it
  • Add to the entry an :ss.000 so it now looks like this: m/d/yyyy h:mm:ss.000
  • Click OK

The timestamp willshould now be correct.

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#1291: How do you change the radio channel on a wireless node and wireless base station?

Changing a radio channel on your wireless node and wireless base station is accomplished through Node Commander software.  Follow the four step process outlined below to update your radio channel (frequency) setting.  Note that radio channels on both your wireless node and wireless base station must match to establish network communication.

To change node/base station radio channel:

  1. Right-click Base Station/Node.
  2. Click Configure. 
  3. Click Frequency.
  4. Click Channel, e.g. 24 (2.470 GHz).
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#1189: How much network bandwidth does a WSDA-1000 use when uploading to SensorCloud?

Uploads to SensorCloud are typically dominated by the data content, with minor additional overhead for secure communications.   One simple method to estimate upload bandwidth is to multiply the number of samples to be uploaded by 12 bytes.   Each uploaded sample contains an 8 byte field for the timestamp, and a 4 byte field for the value.   Example:  If you have three nodes with one channel active all sampling at 32 Hz, your effective upload rate would be 96 samples per second.    Multiplying by 12 bytes per sample, this amounts to 1,152 bytes per second.  This amounts to 2,985,984,000 bytes over the course of a month, or approximately 2.78 GB.

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#496: What radios are used in LORD MicroStrain® Wireless Sensor Networks?

The gateways (base stations and WSDA-1000) and the wireless nodes employ radios with these general specifications (see the individual product data sheet for any variations):

Radio frequency (RF) transceiver carrier 2.4 GHz direct sequence spread spectrum, license free worldwide (2.405 to 2.480 GHz) – 16 channels, radiated power programmable from 0 dBm (1 mW) to 16 dBm (39 mW); European models limited to 10 dBm (10 mW)
RF data packet standard IEEE 802.15.4, open communication architecture
RF data downloading 8 minutes to download full memory
Range for bi-directional RF link programmable communication range from 70 meters to 2 kilometers

 

 

 

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#494: Where would I find white papers describing the use of Wireless Sensor Networks?

White papers are posted at: http://www.microstrain.com/white-papers.aspx

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#493: What is the difference between finite sampling and continuous sampling?

In FINITE sampling, the user sets a total number of samples to be taken which equates to a time period.  Because the sampling rate per second is known, the user can adjust the number of samples to be taken to determine how long the sampling period will be.

In CONTINUOUS sampling, the user does not set the total number of samples and therefore does not set the time of the sampling period.  By selecting CONTINUOUS sampling, the user is instructing the system to sample data until the user manually stops the sampling (via software), the power is cycled, the on-board datalogging memory is full, the battery dies, the power fails, etc.

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#492: What data acquisition modes are available on Wireless Sensor Networks?

LORD MicroStrain® Wireless Sensor Networks provide several data acquisition modes including:

  • Synchronized Sampling
  • Armed Datalogging
  • Streaming
  • Duty Cycle

See the particular wireless node for specifics.

 

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How To Order

To discuss configuration for your specific system requirements, please contact sales at sales@microstrain.com or call  802-862-6629.

For large quantity orders or OEM discussions, please contact mirobinson@microstrain.com.

If you are outside the US, please contact one of our distributors.

Applications

  • Web-Based Wireless Sensor Data
  • Health Monitoring of Vehicles & Structures
  • Condition-Based Monitoring of Machines
  • Rotating Component Health
  • Experimental Test and Measurement
  • System Control

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