Cloud Electronics has launched the VTX-WM1 web monitor card, a web server Ethernet option card option for the company’s new VTX power amplifiers.

The VTX card hosts its own website providing monitoring and surveillance information about the amplifier’s condition and status, which can be viewed from any remote location at any time using any computer (or PDA, smartphone, etc.) via its normal Internet browser application.

With no further software necessary, the VTX card is the simplest and lowest-cost option available.

Passwords and criteria are established at point of installation. Monitoring options span load monitoring, input level monitoring, signal level indications, temperature and level controls and all user configurable settings.

Alarm warnings and status messages are sent via email (or SMS). This includes a ‘Black Box’ message should the amplifier fail and shut down: the battery back-up within the card allows it to send a final message and its settings.

Features:
Optional Ethernet interface for Cloud VTX power amplifiers, allows remote monitoring of amplifier status from any computer, anywhere
Operates with any web browser – no dedicated software necessary
•Low data rates mean that existing IT infrastructure can be used - no dedicated network necessary
Simple and intuitive user interface
Easy to set up
•Monitors internal temperature, signal level, PSU status, protection circuitry and fans
Confirms all amplifier rear panel control settings
Checks load impedance on demand, or at scheduled times, using user-defined frequency
•Real-time clock for event logging
User-definable polling interval
Automatic email or SMS text alert on pre-defined fault condition

Cloud Electronics Website