Wireless access point devices enable WLANs in harsh environmental conditions including outdoors

The WI series includes two versions. The IP40-rated Wix040 is designed for indoor WLANs in dirty or damp environments and extreme temperature conditions, while the Wix065 device is IP65 rated for outdoor use and is impervious to dirt and wet conditions.
Manufacturing industry is increasingly turning to WLANs for shop-floor to top-floor communications. They are simple to install and provide a flexible and reliable way to control and move data. Funkwerk’s WI series devices are designed specifically for use in industrial production facilities since they are vibration proof and resist dust and moisture. They also feature an extended temperature range from -25 to +70 °C.
In transport applications, WLANs can help to make the service more efficient for the passenger while reducing costs for the operator. In buses, for example, accurate ticket data is transmitted from the on-board computer in the vehicle and realtime timetable monitoring allows buses to report up-to-date passenger information, such as arrival times or problems. Additionally, WLANs support security technology such as video surveillance systems.
Further certification will pave the way for numerous deployment and application options for the FEC WI series beyond industry and public transportation. MPG certification to EN 60601-1-2 verifies electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), the prerequisite for safe use of WLAN in hospitals.

With the WI Series, WLAN connection between separate buildings is possible. The IP65 rated Wix065 device can be installed on a light mast without a network connection and may be operated as a repeater or access point via a wireless backbone. Wireless resources can be optimally exploited with up to three wireless modules, for example using a backbone supply at lower interference 5 GHz frequencies and local wireless cells for the users at 2.4 GHz.
WLAN encryption standards WPA and WPA2 ensure data security. In bridge mode, as is necessary for the connection between different buildings, the devices are capable of encrypting the connections with TKIP and AES. The access points have one, two or three wireless modules and two or four antennas depending on the model. Each wireless module can be individually set to the access point, bridge or client operating modes. All WI series devices support the 802.11a/b/g/h wireless standards.