Designed specifically as a serial port replacement, the Serial Bridge Module provides a simple, drop-in serial bridge that will replace any RS232, RS422 or RS485 interface with an 802.11b wireless connection. Designed for OEMs who don't need the general purpose I/O and want to minimize their system redesign effort, the Serial Bridge Module connects directly to the serial port of any embedded microprocessor at baud rates up to 460.8 Kbps.

This highly integrated wireless module includes a radio, base-band processor, application processor and software for a "drop-in" web-enabled WiFi solution. As there's no need to develop the software or to develop the RF and communications expertise in-house, OEM's can realize reduced product development costs and a quick time-to-market. Airborne modules provide instant LAN and Internet connectivity, and connect through standard serial interfaces to a wide variety of applications.

The extremely small footprint design makes Airborne easy to embed into new or existing designs. The module is interoperable with industry standard 802.11b access points that provide a low cost infrastructure for connection to a LAN and to the Internet. An integrated web server makes it easy to remotely monitor and control any device using a standard browser.

The Airborne modules have been designed specifically to provide wireless LAN and Internet connectivity in industrial, scientific, medical, automotive/trucking and other OEM applications. Equipment with an embedded Airborne module can be monitored and controlled by a handheld device, by a PC in a central location or over the Internet. This eliminates cabling and allows the equipment to be moved. Additionally, email or text messages can be sent out advising appropriate personnel of alarm conditions or status of equipment. The module is an excellent solution for remote sensing and data collection.