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News Release from: RF Solutions | Subject: 232-868FR1
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 22 September 2004
RF modem keeps in the swing of things
RF Solutions is supplying its wireless RF modem technology to Redditch based Rowington Associates for use on the X-Golf swing and shot analysis system.
RF Solutions is supplying its wireless RF modem technology to Redditch based Rowington Associates for use on the X-Golf swing and shot analysis system A customised version of the 232-868FR1 modem is being used to achieve wireless communications between the X-Golf system and a PC that can be situated up to 600m away
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 28 Sep 2000 at 8.00am (UK)
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Swing and shot data are collated on the PC and then transmitted via a phone line to Rowington's headquarters.
By subscribing, users of the system can then view and analyse their own personal data via the Internet.
The range of data presented is comprehensive and includes club speed, launch angle, ball speed, trajectory, carry and roll-out.
Analysis of the information can help golfers of all abilities improve their game.
The compact, space efficient 232-868FR1 is fully integrated into the X-golf system and operates at the European licence-free frequency of 868MHz.
A datarate of 38,400bit/s ensures fast transfer of data to the host PC.
The security and reliability of transmitted data meanwhile, is guaranteed by the RF modem's use of addressed secured mode for the sending and receiving of information.
An operating temperature range of -40 to +85C coupled with rugged design, gives dependable operation throughout the year in both indoor and outdoor installations.
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