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the xetawave difference
At XetaWave, we understand the challenges that come with transitioning from older technology to newer, more efficient, high-performing technology. Selecting the best technology is critical to success. You need to know all the facts when making that choice, as mistakes are costly.
selectivity
Why is it important?
Reduced Selectivity -> More packet errors, increase in packet re-broadcast and network traffic, and inability to maintain reliable communications. Selectivity is especially important in congested bands such as 900 MHz.
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The FGR3 was 20 dB worse than either the FGR2 or the Xeta9. 20 dB means the FGR3 will be blocked by signals 100x less in strength than the Xeta9 and discontinued FGR2.
comparison
xetawave xeta9/xeta9x/xeta9s
versus
freewave fgr3
SELECTIVITY
XetaWave : 90 dB
FreeWave : 60 dB
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DATA RATES
XetaWave : 56 kbps to 5.3 Mbps
FreeWave : 115.2 or 153.6 kbps
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NETWORKS
XetaWave : Serial, Ethernet, Both
FreeWave : Serial Only​
FORM FACTOR
Board Level Same
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LIST PRICE
XetaWave : $600, $700 w/8 IO
FreeWave : > $900
BACKWARDS COMPATIBILITY
XetaWave : Always