Data Sheet

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Cobham NETNode IP mesh radios are the latest innovations
in the expanding range of Cobham Tactical Communications
and Surveillance solutions.
The Multiple Input/Multiple Output (MIMO) node is the
latest breakthrough in mesh technology from Cobham,
offering multiple transmit and receive antennas,
transmitting extra data on the same frequency by
overlaying two signals in the space of one. This technique
almost doubles the IP throughput and provides twice as
much output power increasing range.
NETNode IP radios can be combined in a fluid self forming,
self healing mesh containing up to sixteen radios. The
NETNode radios within the mesh exchange data on a single
frequency, simplifying frequency management. The Phase
5 unit builds on Cobham’s latest technology development
and algorithmic improvements contained within the unit
resulting in a further reduced noise floor and improved
spectral efficiency. The Phase 5 unit also includes Power
over Ethernet (POE*) and IP control on all units, enabling
the unit to be powered and configured from just one cable.
The unit can also be configured to have the 2x2dBi or
2x4dBi antenna directly mounted, making it ideal for instant
deployment where high data rates are required.
The entire mesh can operate in a selectable bandwidth of
between 2.5 and 10MHz. The NETNode radios employ the
unique Cobham COFDM modulation scheme and therefore
offer excellent RF penetration and performance in the
presence of multipath.
The NETNode mesh radios can provide greater than 25Mb/s
of IP data (data rate depends on mode, number of nodes
and range between nodes). This available bit-rate can be
used to exchange IP data traffic between nodes.
The highly flexible mesh topology means that data can be
exchanged between nodes in a point-to-point or multi-point
fashion; range can be extended by using nodes as
repeaters. The self-forming, self-healing mesh architecture
makes the NETNode product ideal for use in mobile
surveillance applications, command and control applications,
or advanced robotics.
The NETNode can be connected to third party cameras
using the SDI/ HD SDI connectors. AVI options are available
for composite or Pal camera options.
Security of the entire mesh network can be ensured by the
use of the optional AES128 or AES256 encryption.
Control of the deployed mesh is achieved using the inbuilt
web browser or comprehensive Mission Commander PC
application. This software suite, based around a mapping
display, is used to configure and monitor the mesh and
wider Cobham Surveillance systems, and to control its
nodes and cameras. Video can be viewed on the PC device
using the Mission Commander software and recorded using
Milestone Compatible recorders.
NETNode IP Mesh Radio Phase 5
COFDM – Video, Audio Telemetry and IP Products
October 2015 Data Sheet
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