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Communications
MERLIN monitors use GSM SMS messaging to report data from the field to a central HQ. This method has several advantages:
Massive investment in infrastructure by GSM network providers
Excellent coverage in virtually all urban and semi-urban locations
Expanding coverage worldwide into remote/rural areas
Proven reliability
Low cost.
SMS communication enables MERLIN monitors to be set up in the field using a cellphone.
MERLIN monitors incorporate an internal GSM antenna which, in most locations, will be quite adequate. In weak signal areas, units can be equipped with an external antenna.
The MERLIN system is independent of network provider and Abriox will work with users to secure the most advantageous communication package in their country. We can usually supply our monitors with a GSM airtime package but we can also factory fit free-issued SIMs or supply monitors for users to fit their own SIMs.