Long Distance
Point-to-multipoint wireless telemetry (900MHz or 2.4GHz) for ranges up to 100km
The Canary Systems® MLRemote® is a low-power, point-to-multipoint, programmable wireless datalogging system designed for demanding environments. The system was purpose designed for the mining, geotechnical, structural and environmental markets where the monitoring assets consist of numerous types of instruments, distributed over a large area, and are difficult to access.
Use of proprietary communication “push” technology allows for ultra-long battery life, between 3-5 years for the standard alkaline batteries, up to 10-years when using Lithium cells. The unit can easily be placed in a variety of remote locations for long-term monitoring applications. With fewer components, MLRemote systems are less of a target on sites where theft is a concern compared to the larger, more visible, and expensive alternatives.
The high performance spread spectrum radio is available in 900MHz or 2.4GHz frequencies, and a range of up to 100km (60 miles) is possible with use of gain antennas and excellent topography. Range of up to 15km (9 miles) is easily achievable using the standard antenna and most topography.
Numerous sensor types are supported, including vibrating wire, 4-20mA, and linear potentiometer. Pulse and frequency measurements, along with digital status monitoring, are also supported with the integrated digital inputs. Integrated digital inputs allow for controlling other sensors and peripherals such as the optional MLMux5 multiplexer supports two switching modes, 5-channel by 4-wire switching, or 10-channel by 2-wire switching.
Digital sensors are also supported including MDT Smart Link-485s and HART 4-20mA sensors, among others, through use of the integrated serial port. A switched power connection also provides for managing power for connected peripherals.
The electronics package is designed for outdoor use with sealed, hardened aluminum, IP65 NEMA 4X rated enclosure. The standard enclosure includes integrated battery holder, antenna, instrument or multiplexer connector and pole mounting for a 2” pole. Internal battery, temperature, and humidity monitoring provides for managing environmental conditions which may affect MLRemote operation.
Each system includes one or more MLBase™ units. These provide for queuing all inbound and outbound data communications with MLRemotes. Our web-based system configuration and management platform, MLWebHardware, provides for communicating with each MLBase and managing and organizing all MLRemote communications. MLRemote also includes built-in programming and control capabilities for very flexible measurement and control applications.
Point-to-multipoint wireless telemetry (900MHz or 2.4GHz) for ranges up to 100km
Each MLRemote® can control a multiplexer with up to 10 channels
Simple web-based configuration and programming using our MLWebHardware platform
MLRemote-Y/O-A/L | MLRemote-Y24/O24-A/L | MLRemote5-Y/O-A/L | |
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No. of Channels | 1 | 1 | 5/10 |
Enclosure Type | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum |
Size (LxWxH) | 26 x 16 x 9 cm 10.2 x 6.3 x 3.6 in | 26 x 16 x 9 cm 10.2 x 6.3 x 3.6 in | 26 x 16 x 9 cm 10.2 x 6.3 x 3.6 in |
Assembled Weight | 3.6 kg 8 lbs | 3.6 kg 8 lbs | 3.6 kg 8 lbs |
Battery | Alkaline or Lithium | Alkaline or Lithium | Alkaline or Lithium |
Radio | 900MHz | 2.4GHz | 900MHz |
Receiving | RS-232 | RS-232 | RS-232 |
Antenna | Directional or Panel Mount | Directional or Panel Mount | Directional or Panel Mount |
No. of Channels | Enclosure Type | Size (LxWxH) | Assembled Weight | Battery | Radio | Receiving | Antenna | |
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MLRemote-Y/O-A/L | 1 | Aluminum | 26 x 16 x 9 cm 10.2 x 6.3 x 3.6 in | 3.6 kg 8 lbs | Alkaline or Lithium | 900MHz | RS-232 | Directional or Panel Mount |
MLRemote-Y24/O24-A/L | 1 | Aluminum | 26 x 16 x 9 cm 10.2 x 6.3 x 3.6 in | 3.6 kg 8 lbs | Alkaline or Lithium | 2.4GHz | RS-232 | Directional or Panel Mount |
MLRemote5-Y/O-A/L | 5/10 | Aluminum | 26 x 16 x 9 cm 10.2 x 6.3 x 3.6 in | 3.6 kg 8 lbs | Alkaline or Lithium | 900MHz | RS-232 | Directional or Panel Mount |
Physical & Electrical
Physical | |
Operating Temperature | -40 to +60 °C -40 to +140 °F |
Enclosure Size (L x W x H) | 26 x 16 x 9 cm 10.2 x 6.3 x 3.6 in |
Weight | 3.6 kg 8 lbs |
System Power | |
Battery | Alkaline or Lithium |