Emerson Wireless 1410S gateway and 781S smart antenna

Emerson has released upgrades to its Emerson Wireless 1410S Gateways, along with an updated 781S Smart Antenna design. The enhancements are designed to allow more efficient installation and operation, minimise required network infrastructure and maintain reliability.

The remote antenna adapter allows users to achieve greater signal strength with high-gain remote antenna compatibility, reducing the number of hops and repeaters needed for WirelessHART networks. The 781S ordered with a high-gain remote antenna option includes everything needed to install an enhanced WirelessHART network or upgrade an existing network. Lastly, the remote antenna adapter allows easy upgrade paths from legacy remote antenna systems to the most modern technology.

Firmware enhancements to the Emerson Wireless 1410S Gateway also increase its capacity, allowing up to 500 devices per network using a 781S Smart Antenna, up from the previous limit of 200. With the integration of Dual WirelessHART technology, a single 1410S Gateway can now connect with up to 1000 devices, expanding its connectivity capabilities. Existing 1410S Gateways can take advantage of these enhancements by updating to the latest firmware and acquiring the High-Capacity Network Upgrade.

A design update on the 781S Smart Antenna features an integrated terminal block and new remote antenna adapter options, providing flexible cable customisations to meet application needs and improved antenna performance. The integrated 781S terminal block allows easy installation using the type and cable length of cable required by the installation.