FreeWave Technologies’ 3400SMR is a spread-spectrum radio designed specifically to operate in the 3.3 GHz to 3.5 GHz band. It currently is available in both board-level and enclosed formats. Key technical specifications include a 20-mile range with clear line-of-site, 350 KHz occupied bandwidth with hopping patterns selectable in 25 MHz zones, single-frequency capability and RS232/RS485/RS422-protocol support.

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Other features include 115.2 kbps true throughput (188 kbps over the air), range extension through the use of repeaters, and a low-power mode consuming 2 mA at 30 Vdc. Available now, future versions will include 128-Bit AES Encryption, IP connectivity and higher throughput.