S&C IntelliCom® Mesh Radios

IntelliCom DA Mesh Radio

IntelliCom WAN Mesh Radio

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S&C IntelliCom® Mesh RadiosRF mesh architecture offers high-speed, easily extensible connectivity and a high level of availability across three separate wireless bands

IntelliCom® Mesh Radios provide reliable Ethernet connectivity over wireless mesh links, for superior performance in distribution automation and other applications. The radios form a multi-point to multi-point ad hoc wireless mesh network with no single point of failure.

With its unique combination of high throughput, scalability, reliability, and security, IntelliCom DA Mesh Radio provides unmatched support for automation restoration systems, automatic capacitor and switch controls, SCADA, grid optimization systems, and distributed energy storage. It greatly enhances fault isolation and circuit restoration speeds. IntelliCom DA Mesh Radio is compact enough to integrate within S&C’s distribution automation products, as well as equipment from other manufacturers. It’s also available as a standalone unit, installable in a user-furnished NEMA-rated enclosure.

IntelliCom WAN Mesh Radio is intended for mesh infrastructure applications. Unlike cumbersome wired networks, a self-forming IntelliCom WAN Mesh Radio network can be quickly deployed. And, unlike wired networks—where a cut in the cable can take several days to resolve—an IntelliCom WAN Mesh Radio network immediately routes traffic to an alternate link if there’s a problem, ensuring continuous service and network availability.

IntelliCom DA Mesh Radio and IntelliCom WAN Mesh Radio feature easy-to-use integrated spectrum analysis, network capacity planning, and antenna alignment tools. The radios are furnished as dual-radio-capable hardware, with enhanced functionality enabled through the purchase of software licenses.

Flexible ConfigurationIntelliCom Mesh Radios can operate in three separate wireless bands: the unlicensed 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz bands and the licensed 4.9-GHz U.S. public safety band. 20-MHz channel width is used on the 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz bands. 5-MHz and 10-MHz channel widths are used on the 4.9-GHz band.

IntelliCom WAN Mesh Radio can be configured for MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) operation, enabled through the purchase of a software license. MIMO operation allows the radio to utilize 802.11n technology to achieve throughput of up to 300 Mbps. When enabled, 40-MHz channel width is used. IntelliCom DA Mesh Radio can achieve throughput of up to 60 Mbps.

Dual-Radio FunctionalityTo maximize performance, IntelliCom Mesh Radios offer dual-radio functionality, enabled through the purchase of a software license. When enabled, IntelliCom Mesh Radios support two radio modes, providing hot-standby backup capability.

In “bonded” mode, the two radios are combined to operate as a single unit that doubles the bandwidth of a single radio.

In “unbonded” (linear) mode, the two radios operate independently, enabling sustained bandwidth levels over an unlimited number of hops. This mode permits long linear topologies with a sustained level of service to every radio. Each radio can operate in the 2.4-, 4.9-, or 5-GHz band.

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IntelliRupter® PulseCloser

Scada-Mate® Switch with 6801 Automatic Switch Control

Remote Supervisory PME Pad-Mounted Gear

Typical applications for IntelliCom DA Mesh Radio in S&C Automation Products

IntelliCom DA Mesh Radio

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IntelliCom DA Mesh Radios supporting distribution automation applications, applied in IntelliCom WAN Mesh Radio infrastructure.

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IntelliCom DA Mesh Radio furnished in:

A S&C IntelliRupter® PulseCloser

B S&C IntelliCap® 2000 Automatic Capacitor Control

C S&C IntelliNode™ Interface Module applied with intelligent electronic device of other manufacture

D S&C 6801 Automatic Switch Control applied with S&C Scada-Mate® Switch

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Reliable Connectivity AnywhereAn IntelliCom Radio mesh is self-forming and self-healing, ensuring rapid deployment and dependable operation anywhere. To optimize performance, IntelliCom Mesh Radios feature patented AutoMesh™ Routing Protocol to manage network load and traffic congestion.

Wireless mesh, particularly in the 2.4-GHz and 4.9-GHz bands, is a viable alternative to cellular and other types of communication for applications requiring field-area connectivity at street level, where buildings and foliage can create interference. The optimal choice for critical applications, wireless mesh eliminates single points of failure, and provides multiple paths which ensure communication reliability and data integrity.

Near-Line-of Sight PerformanceIntelliCom Mesh Radios offer the near line-of-sight capability necessary to meet utilities’ requirement for reliable, high-bandwidth communication in remote and rugged terrain, where the radios can boost the backhaul capacity of SCADA monitoring networks. Users can deploy multi-hop, fully meshed networks and benefit from the radios’ redundancy and load-balancing capabilities, for improved network reliability.

“Smart adaptive” mesh technology mitigates the interference that typically reduces wireless throughput and reliability, especially in the noisy 2.4-GHz band. The noise-aware data path and noise-filtering algorithms enable the mesh to handle interference from other 2.4-GHz and 5.8-GHz WiFi devices. The spectrum analysis and other tools integrated into the radios permit administrators remotely monitor network health and further optimize performance.

Quality of Service S&C’s flow-based routing protocol supports advanced load-balancing and congestion-control mechanisms, for optimal routing within the mesh network. IntelliCom Mesh Radio technology also provides extensive VLAN capabilities, critical for deploying a multi-service network on a large scale. Deployments of up to several hundred radios are readily handled. Advanced features such as Gigabit Ethernet Direct™ support mesh connectivity across multiple locations.

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End-to-End SecurityIntelliCom Mesh Radios ensure maximum data security and privacy. They feature WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) and WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access Version 2) encryption between radios, and 256-bit AES encryption from ingress to egress. And IntelliCom Mesh Radios offer 802.11i support, digital certificates on network elements, digitally signed firmware files, MAC-based control lists, and VLAN-based access control lists. All Layer 3 data is encapsulated and accessible only to S&C radios.

IntelliCom Mesh Radios segment traffic on VLANs with secure access control on the same physical infrastructure. They also meet IEC 61850 GOOSE messaging protocol requirements—including Ethernet Multicast, VLAN 1Q, and VLAN 1P—ensuring that critical information, such as fast-trip protection messages, are delivered reliably.

Supports Multiple DevicesIntelliCom Mesh Radios include multiple Ethernet ports for connecting network devices or other networks to the mesh. They support devices using “Ethernet-to-Serial” technology to tunnel DNP3’s serial format through Ethernet and WAN TCP/IP or UDP.

A Comprehensive Communication SolutionIntelliCom® View Pro Network Management Software provides simple set-up and management of IntelliCom Mesh Radios.

IntelliCom WAN Mesh Radio connectors. IntelliCom DA Mesh Radio connectors.

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S&C IntelliCom Mesh Radio Specif icationsBasic

IntelliCom DA Mesh Radio IntelliCom WAN Mesh Radio

Description Mesh network wireless Ethernet bridge

Agency Approvals FCC, IC, ETSI/CE; RoHS and WEEE compliant

Wireless Transceiver PerformanceFrequency Bands 2.412—2.483 GHz

4.94—4.99 GHz (U.S. public safety band)5.15—5.25 GHz (indoor use only)5.25—5.35 GHz5.470—5.725 GHz5.725—5.825 GHz

Modulation OFDM (64-QAM,16-QAM, QPSK, BPSK)

Transmission DSSS; CSMA/CA with ACK

Maximum Data Modulation Rate

54 Mbps 54 Mbps non-MIMO; 300 Mbps MIMO

Per-Hop Latency 1 millisecond

Transmit Power Up to 400 mW per stream for 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz bands

Error Detection and Correction CRC, ARQ, FEC

Channel Bandwidth 5, 10, or 20 MHz 5, 10, or 20 MHz. 40 MHz for MIMO operation; software license required

Frequency Selection Adaptive Modulation / Dynamic Frequency Selection

Transmit Power Transmit Power Control

Network and Data Security

Wireless Network Structure Mesh, PTP, or PTMP

Wireless Interface Protocol Based on IEEE 802.11a/b/g/h/n ad hoc. Software license required for dual-radio operation

Based on IEEE 802.11a/b/g/h/n ad hoc. Software license(s) required for dual-radio operation and MIMO operation

Ethernet Interface Protocol IPV4, TCP, UDP, SNMP; 100% IEEE 802.3 Ethernet-compliant

Wireless Network Routing Protocol AutoMesh

Data Encryption 40-bit/104-bit WEP keys;128-bit/ 256- bit AES keys (WPA2, end-to-end data);MAC address filtering;Digitally signed firmware files;Digital certificates on radio

40-bit/104-bit WEP keys;128-bit/256- bit AES keys (WPA2, end-to-end data);MAC address filtering;Digitally signed firmware files;Digital certificates on radio;FIPS 140-2 compliant available

Network Management SNMPV2 and V3

Additional Features MAC address filtering, hidden ESSID, VLAN segregation

General

Enclosure Steel indoor Cast aluminum NEMA-4X/IP66

Dimensions 9.4”×5.9”×1.6” 11.6”×8.1”×4.1”

Weight 2 lbs. 14 oz. (1.3 kg) 12 lbs. (5.4 kg) with bracket and sunshield

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S&C IntelliCom Mesh Radio Specif icationsGeneral—Continued

IntelliCom DA Mesh Radio IntelliCom WAN Mesh Radio

Environmental Operating temperature: −40°F to +140°F (−40°C to +60°C);Storage temperature: −40°F to +185°F (−40°C to +85°C);Humidity (non-condensing): 10% to 90%;Storage humidity (non-condensing): 5% to 95%;Maximum altitude: 15,000 feet (4600 meters)

Power Consumption AC input: 100-240 Vac, 50/60 Hz external power supply included;DC input 12 Vdc ±10%, 1.8 A typical;Port 1: IEEE 802.3at-compliant PoE (PD);Average power consumption (single radio): 12 W typical

AC input: 100–240 Vac, 50–60 Hz, 0.9 A; DC input: 12 Vdc ±15%, 4 A powering two PoE devices, 1.7 A without PoE devices; Ports 2 and 3: IEEE 802.3af-compliant PoE (PSE)

Power Connectors DC AC and DC weatherized

Antenna Connectors Two RP-SMA female Six N-Type female

Ethernet Data Connectors Four RJ45 Three weatherized RJ45

Network Ports Four GigE 10/100/1000-Mbps Ethernet ports with LED activity indicator,IEEE 802.3, 802.3u-compliant,CSMA/CD 10/100 autosense;Port 1: PoE per 802.3at

Three GigE 10/100/1000-Mbps Ethernet ports with weatherproof connectors and LED activity indicator,IEEE 802.3, 802.3u-compliant,CSMA/CD 10/100 autosense;Ports 2 and 3: PoE per 802.3af

Receive Sensitivity 2.4 GHz, DSSS1 Mbps: −95 dBm11 Mbps: −88 dBm

2.4 GHz, OFDM6 Mbps: −90 dBm54 Mbps: −73 dBm

5 GHz, OFDM6 Mbps: −90 dBm54 Mbps: −73 dBm

Non-MIMO2.4 GHz, DSSS

1 Mbps: −95 dBm11 Mbps: -88 dBm

2.4 GHz, OFDM6 Mbps: −90 dBm54 Mbps: −73 dBm

5 GHz, OFDM6 Mbps: −90 dBm54 Mbps: −73 dBm

Traffic Prioritization Quality of Service (QoS 802.1p); port-based priority

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S&C IntelliCom Mesh Radio Specif icationsAccessories

IntelliCom DA Mesh Radio IntelliCom WAN Mesh Radio

Antennas Two dual-band 2.4-GHz/5-GHz, 5-dBi gain omnidirectional indoor antennas furnished for staging

Six dual-band 2.4-GHz/5-GHz, 5-dBi gain omnidirectional indoor antennas furnished for staging

Mounting Bracket Indoor wall mounting bracket available Pole and wall mounting bracket included

AC Power Cord North American power cord included with external power supply. Non-North American power cord available

North America power cord included.Non-North America power cord available

Removable Sunshield Not applicable Included

Weatherized Ethernet Transition Cables

Not applicable Optional

Terminations 50-ohm N-Type male terminators, to be connected to unused ports

Not applicable

Software Licenses

S&C IntelliCom® View Pro Network Management

10 unit or 30 unit

Optional Dual Radio License One per unit

Optional 802.11n MIMO Functionality

Not applicable One per unit

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Descriptive Bulletin 1069-30 May 13, 2013©

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Supersedes Data Bulletin 1069-90 dated 12-12-11 and Data Bulletin 1069-93 dated 10-29-12