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produces tailor-made software applications using SMS communications.
When combined
with special electronic devices, SMS can be used to control and
monitor remote devices. Readings can be remotely monitored and
functions switched off and on e.g. water levels could be monitored
in a control room and sluice gates opened and closed using commands
sent over the mobile telephone GSM network using SMS; vending
machines can be programmed to send a message when they require
refilling, etc.
To use the
system, you just add a SIM card to the control unit, connect up
your equipment to one of the 8 inputs or outputs, and then plug
in a laptop PC and use the configuration program to define the
controlling SMS messages e.g. "Unit 1 On", "Unit
1 Off", etc. Then when you send that text message to the
mobile number of the control unit, the equipment is switched on
and off.
Unlike private telephone lines and
conventional radio links, SMS communication has very little overhead
cost - especially when used with pre-paid mobile cards. It is
a very low-cost means of communication, incurring charges only
when a message is sent (depending on the chosen mobile tariff).
So, it is ideal for alarm signals and other applications which
only require infrequent signals.
Another big advantage of SMS communications
is the range - it allows worldwide communication - anywhere with
a GSM mobile telephone network supporting SMS e.g. you could easily
monitor and control machines in Australia from the UK.
Igris works with partners to provide
complete turn-key solutions including hardware and custom-designed
software that will link SMS communications directly into your
business applications.
Contact
us to discuss your requirements.
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