Amplicon's free 3G router evaluation service

Amplicon can also provide SIM cards with a static IP address that have up to 1000MB of data usage completely free of charge – an extremely useful service during the early stages of testing a cellular communications link.



The rapid proliferation of Mobile Broadband for consumer applications has helped to accelerate the deployment of a high bandwidth cellular network across the UK. Many areas already benefit from real-world download speeds in excess of 1Mbps. The roll-out of HSUPA (High Speed Uplink Packet Access) will see upload speeds increase beyond 1Mbps opening the door for many new applications.



The security / surveillance market have been the first segment to seize on the opportunity that fast cellular networks bring. Many companies have IP cameras or DVRs at remote sites with the back-haul achieved over a 3G link. This solution saves the cost of leased lines or fibre installations, allows for instant deployment (compared with up to 60 days to install an ADSL connection) and permits a degree of mobility never previously possible thanks to the roaming capability inherent in cellular networks.



Other markets are beginning to follow suit as the cost of data tariffs are reducing and cellular routers - the primary hardware required to facilitate a 3G connection – are also reducing in cost.



David Evans, Product Development Manager at Amplicon commented: There are huge benefits to using cellular routers for connectivity to remote sites or in rapid deployment systems. However, there can be a steep learning curve associated with this relatively new technology and Amplicon's evaluation service and technical expertise can substantially reduce your time to market. Whether you want to connect to IP cameras, DVRs, PLCs, weighing scales or any other Serial (RS232/RS485) or Ethernet device we can provide a secure, reliable and easy to implement solution.