850 Million IEEE 802.15.4 chipsets to ship in 2016
The IEEE 802.15.4 IC market, often referred to as wireless sensor networks (WSN), will expand to over 850 million units per annum by 2016, experiencing a compound annual growth rate of over 60% from 2010 to 2016.
Read more at: http://electronicsfeed.com/news/2185
Wireless Machine to Machine (M2M) Applications
Wireless networks have made it far easier for M2M communication to take place and have lessened the amount of power and time necessary for information to be communicated between machines. Monnit wireless solutions allow for an array of new business opportunities and connections between machines and people.
Monnit provides low-cost wireless sensors that can improve production and efficiency in various areas. For example, adding Monnit wireless sensors to a production machine, makes it smart enough to let maintenance know when it needs maintenance and what needs to be repaired. This type of information helps streamline production and keeps machines working at highest efficiency. Using Monnit wireless sensors to monitor facility systems can provide cost savings in areas like heating and ventilation, area access, light and power management.
Reduce Costs and Maintain Efficiency with Monnit Wireless Sensor Solutions.
Setting Up Notifications in the iMonnit Online Wireless Sensor Software.
We have made some recent enhancements to the sensor notification setup process within the iMonnit online software. The following tech tip will help you understand the changes and learn how to setup notifications for your wireless sensors.
Note: If you recently had "inactivity alerts" set for sensors on your network, the new changes require that you set a user to receive all inactivity notifications.
Automated notifications can be set up to alert you via SMS text or email if a wireless sensor meets a set threshold or condition. To create a new notification or view/edit/delete an existing notification, click on the "Notifications" link in the main menu area of the site.
Come Visit Monnit at International CTIA Wireless 2012 in New Orleans!
Be sure to visit Monnit in Booth 4156 at International CTIA WIRELESS® 2012, May 8-10, 2012, New Orleans, Lousiana.
Monnit’s provides an extensive line of wireless sensors, gateways and software for commercial, industrial and OEM applications.
Executives will be on hand to answer questions and show you how easy it is to get started with a complete wireless sensor solution. To schedule a meeting with us at the show, please email info@monnit.com.
For more information on the show or to register, please visit www.ctiawireless.com.
OEMSENSORS.COM Launches with New, Brandable Wireless Sensors
Kaysville, Utah – April 19, 2012 – OEMSensors.com (http://www.oemsensors.com) is launched today by Monnit Corporation with a new line of OEM-ready wireless sensors, gateways and back-end monitoring software targeting broad lines of commercial, industrial and M2M applications. The launch addresses the large demand for an easily integrated line of wireless sensors into new or existing OEM offerings.
"With our many years of experience in RF technology, we have seen the extensive reach that a robust OEM offering can attain. Upon starting Monnit, we soon saw the void that existed for an integrated wireless sensor system. Our team has spent years bringing our RF, system architecture and web portal expertise to bear in creating a truly unique, robust and diverse wireless sensors system for OEMs in any industry. Any OEM interested in wireless sensors now has a flexible, fast time- to-market, quick return-on-investment option.” said Brad Walters, Founder and CEO of Monnit.
When partnering with OEMSensors.com, an OEM not only gets a comprehensive development solution for wireless sensor networks, but also:
- Full sensors data extraction to OEM applications through APIs
- 1-on-1 application review support from Monnit's application engineering team
- High performance FCC certified wireless radio technology
- ISO 9001 certified manufacturing
- An experienced production, fulfillment and supply chain management team
- World class customer support from an experienced support and sales team
With over 27 unique sensor types, OEMSensors.com’s wireless sensors can easily integrate into existing single board computers, gateways and other M2M industry manufactured products or be customized to work with new sensor types. For more information on OEMSensor.com's, wireless sensors, gateways and monitoring software call (801) 561-5555 or visit the Website at http://www.oemsensors.com.
Additional Resources:
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/OEMSensors/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/oemsensors
About OEMSensors.com
OEMSensors.com is a division of Monnit Corporation. Leveraging the development work by Monnit, OEMSensors.com brings a fully tested, FCC compliant wireless sensors platform to those wishing for a completely brandable OEM wireless sensors solution that can be easily integrated into existing systems, products and services.
PR Contact:
Matt Moulton
(801) 561-5555
mattm@oemsensors.com
Understanding the Ethernet Gateway Lights and troubleshooting.
The process for setting up your Monnit Ethernet Gateway should be as simple as plugging in the Ethernet cable and power plug then watching as the lights flash a little then turn solid green. Sometimes the lights may continue to flash red, indicating that there may be a connection or settings issue. We have compiled this troubleshooting information to help you determine what the issue may be. To help ensure that there are no issues to begin with, we recommend using the Ethernet Gateway configuration documentation located on Monnit's support page for information on properly setting up your Monnit Ethernet Gateway.
For any initial Ethernet Gateway issue:
Try unplugging the power to the gateway, wait 10 seconds, then plug it back in. If that doesn't work, please use a small tool, like a toothpick or paperclip, to press and hold the reset button on the back of the gateway. Press and hold the button for 5 seconds, until you see the LEDs begin to flash.
If the Ethernet Gateway 1st LED (on left) stays red or is flashing, possible causes are:
1. There is no internet access available.
2. Port 3000 is blocked.
3. DHCP is not enabled. If it is not enabled, you can configure the gateway to use a
static IP address.
4. DNS cannot be resolved.
5. IP address is invalid.
6. The Ethernet cable is not connected.
a. The Ethernet cable is broken/damaged
b. The Ethernet jack is broken/damaged
7. There is an issue with the device MAC address.
View the Ethernet Gateway configuration documentation for more information on correctly setting the gateway parameters to address these issues.
If the Ethernet Gateway 2nd LED (middle) flashes red:
The gateway cannot connect to the server. The gateway configuration settings are not correct. Set the gateway back to the defaults by pressing and holding the reset button.
If the Ethernet Gateway 2nd LED (middle) stays red:
The Ethernet gateway has been able to contact the server and gets a response; however, the APN is not going from Idle to Active. There may be a problem with the hardware, contact Monnit support atsupport@monnit.com or 801-561-5555.
If you are still experiencing any issues that you are unable to troubleshoot with these tips, please contact Monnit support by emailing support@monnit.com or calling 801-561-5555.
Monitoring Vacant Properties for Temperature, Water Intrusion and Access.
Whether you are a real estate agent, or vacation home property manager, it is important to monitor your properties if you can't be there in person. Damage from severe temperature changes, water intrusion and trespassing can be costly. Get real-time notifications about your properties.
Monnit provides low-cost wireless sensors that can keep track of homes when you can't be there. Know immediately about any unauthorized access by using wireless open/closed sensors and wireless motion sensors. Use wireless temperature sensors to monitor for temperature changes and wireless water sensors in basements or around water heaters, toilets and faucets to monitor for water leaks. You can also conserve electricity by using wireless light sensors and wireless voltage sensors to be notified if lights or appliances are left on.
Monnit's new Cellular Gateway ensures that you receive all of your sensor data without the need for an active internet connection in the home. If the home has an active internet connection, you can use Monnit's Ethernet Gateway, without needing a computer on the premises.
Enjoy peace of mind while remotely managing your properties.
Visit Monnit and OEMSensors.com at ESC / DESIGN West
Be sure to visit Monnit and OEMSensors.com in Booth 2242 at DESIGN West, March 27-29, at the McEnery Convention Center in San Jose. OEMSensors.com leverages Monnit’s extensive line of sensors, gateways and software to OEMs, allowing for unrivaled access to all, or just parts of the Monnit sensor solution. Come find out how you can:
- Manage your customer’s sensor data locally or remotely with your application or UI
- Brand Monnit sensors, gateways and applications with your company’s name
- Own the data - route the gateway data where you want
Executives will be on hand to answer questions and show you how easy it is to get started with a complete OEM solution. To schedule a meeting with us at the show, please email info@monnit.com.
If you haven't registered yet, register today for your Free Expo Pass, and visit us in booth number 2242.
With 10,000 attendees, over 300 content sessions and 400+ electronics industry thought leaders, and exhibits featuring the latest hardware, software and technology innovations, DESIGN West will gather today's leading design engineers from every major industry segment related to advance systems design into one unified event, across four days:
- ESC (Embedded Systems Conference)
- Android Summit
- DesignMED
- Designing with LEDs
- Black Hat
- Multicore DevCon
- Sensors in Design
This is an unrivaled opportunity to get all the latest design insights, education and techniques in one place, at one time – DESIGN West offers you never-before-assembled training and education, hands-on knowledge exchanges, and the hottest new products – under one roof!
Keynote Addresses Include:
JB Straubel, CTO, Tesla Motors Inc.
Thomas Dolby, Musician & Technical Innovator
Robert Vamosi, CISSP, Senior Analyst & Author
Don't delay – register today for your complimentary Expo Pass and be sure to visit Monnit at booth 2242.
Monitoring Sump Pumps and Pits for Proper Operation.
Basement water problems can be caused by a multitude of issues ranging from high ground-water tables to thawing snow leaking through windows or the foundation. When these problems arise, it is common to have a sump pump and pit installed in a home or facility to remove water as it accumulates. However, pump motors can burn out and pump triggers can stick. How do you know if there is an issue with your pump before it's to late?
Monnit provides a cost effective way to monitor the water level in a sump pit as well as sump pump operation. By using a Monnit WIT wireless water sensor at the sump pit, you can place the sensor contacts in the pit to create a fail-safe level. If the water reaches this level you can be immediately notified via email, text message or phone call.
You can also monitor the pump for activity. By placing a Monnit WIT wireless activity sensor on the pump tubing, it can sense vibration from the pump motor. This allows you track how often the pump is turning on to remove water and can work in conjunction with the water sensor to alert you if water reaches the fail-safe level and the pump has not turned on. Now you can know if there is an issue with the pump motor or trigger before any water damage is caused. There are no wires to worry about, and the installation process is amazingly simple.
Enjoy peace of mind and stop worrying about potential water damage.
Adding or Moving Wireless Gateways and Sensors in the iMonnit Online Software.
With the recent enhancements to the iMonnit Online Wireless Sensor Monitoring Software, users now have the ability to create networks, add wireless gateways and sensors to those networks and move gateways and sensors between networks. To get started login to your wireless sensor account on www.imonnit.com, and follow these instructions.
1. Login to your iMonnit account. If you have purchased Monnit Wireless Sensors and do not yet have an account, you can "Create a New Account" from the main page of the site.
2. Once you are logged into your account, click on the "My Account/Settings" button in the menu bar. From the My Account area you can edit account settings, network settings and create networks by selecting them in the left menu.
