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Telemetry Interfaces

We offer a variety of telemetry modules for use with the VBOX range. Each module contains a high power radio modem capable of transmitting and receiving RS232 serial data.

Radio Options


There are a variety of telemetry systems available, employing a range of frequencies. Which version is used depends on the range over which they need to be employed, and local radio licensing regulations. For advice as to the most suitable type for your application it is best to contact us to discuss your requirements.

Each radio is supplied with a magnetic mounting antenna, and is connected simply to the VBOX via one cable.

RACELOGIC radios are used for three main purposes:

Transmit and receive differential correction information (DGPS) from a RACELOGIC Base Station for local position correction.

Transmit 'ADAS' data between VBOX units, for live vehicle separation measurement.

Transmit VBOX serial data from a remote unit to a laptop PC at a maximum rate of 20 Hz.

2.4 GHz Radios

Worldwide

The 2.4 GHz radios are certified for worldwide use and can be utilised to...

  • Provide DGNSS corrections from a Base Station to a VBOX.
  • Link two or more VBOX units used in ADAS testing/Moving Base where measurement of vehicle separation is required.
  • Transmit VBOX serial data from a remote unit to a laptop PC.

All 2.4 GHz radios are available with a transmission power of +8 dBm.

Transmission Range*

  • Difficult Environment (e.g. buildings, reinforced concrete):
    60 m (200 feet)
  • Open environment with antennas ground level (e.g. vehicle roofs):
    500 m (ca. 1,650 ft)
  • In view with Base Station antenna at height (e.g. building roof):
    1,200 m (4,000 feet)

2.4 GHz High Power Radios

USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Australia, and New Zealand

These radios offer a higher output for extended range and can be used in permitted countries to...

  • Provide DGNSS corrections from a Base Station to a VBOX.
  • Link two or more VBOX units used in ADAS testing/Moving Base where measurement of vehicle separation is required.
  • Transmit VBOX serial data from a remote unit to a laptop PC.

All P-range, 2.4 GHz radios are available with a transmission power of +19 dBm.

Transmission Range*

  • Difficult Environment (e.g. buildings, reinforced concrete):
    90 m (300 feet)
  • Open environment with antennas ground level (e.g. vehicle roofs):
    1000 m (3300 feet)
  • In view with Base Station antenna at height (e.g. building roof):
    3200 m (2 miles)

915 MHz Radios (USA, Brazil & Australia)

The 915 MHz radios can be used in the USA, Brazil and Australia and have a max range of 3500 m. The radios can be used with a Base Station to provide DGPS corrections to a VBOX.

The Base Station variant (RLRTM915V2BS) is designed to connect to the Racelogic Base Station and transmit DGPS corrections to a remote VBOX.

The VBOX variant (RLRTM915V2RV) is designed to connect to a VBOX to receive DGPS corrections from a Base Station.

Transmission Range*

  • Difficult environment (e.g. buildings, reinforced concrete): 300 m (ca. 1,000 ft)
  • Open environment with antennas at ground level (e.g. vehicle roofs): 700 m (ca. 2,300 ft)
  • In view with Base Station antenna at height (e.g. building roof): 3,500 m (ca. 11,000 ft)

400 MHz Radios

The 400 MHz radios can be set to transmit and receive data between 403 and 470 MHz. The variable frequency and power of these radios makes them accepted in many countries. Please check local RF licensing regulations.

With a typical max. range of 10 km (at 500 mW), the radios can be used with a Base Station to provide DGPS corrections to a VBOX.

Racelogic supply a special version of this radio for China and Korea. Please contact your distributor for further information.

Transmission Range*

  • Difficult environment (e.g. buildings, reinforced concrete): 1-2 km (max. 6,561 ft)
  • Open environment with antennas at ground level (e.g. vehicle roofs): 3-5 km (max. 16,404 ft)
  • In view with Base Station antennas at height (e.g. building roof): 6-10 km (max. 32,808 ft)

869 MHz Radios (Europe)

The 869 MHz radios can be used throughout Europe and have a max range of 3500 m. The radios can be used with a Base Station to provide DGPS corrections to a VBOX.

The Base Station variant (RLVBRTM869BS) is designed to connect to the Racelogic Base Station and transmit DGPS corrections to a remote VBOX.

The VBOX variant (RLVBRTM869RV) is designed to connect to a VBOX to receive DGPS corrections from a Base Station.

Transmission Range*

  • Difficult environment (e.g. buildings, reinforced concrete): 400 m (1,300 ft)
  • Open environment with antennas at ground level (e.g. vehicle roofs): 1,000 m (3,200 ft)
  • In view with Base Station antenna at height (e.g. building roof): 5,000 m (16,400 ft)

*Please note: Obstacles such as walls and trees can strongly reduce the range.