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Data-Linc Group
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Data-Linc Group Improves Data Communications for California Water Authority

Redmond, WA–February 14, 2000- Data-Linc Group, a leading manufacturer of industrial data communication solutions, announced today that Victor Valley Water Reclamation Authority (VVWRA), located in Southern California, purchased 15 SRM6000 wireless radio modems and three SRM6200 wireless Ethernet radio modems to upgrade their existing communications network.

VVWRA was using a 173 MHz Motorola Radio interfacing to an I/O Converter to gather flow signals from various pumps. The radio network system was on a polling routine with poll times of roughly 15 minutes. Running at 300 baud, the system was extremely slow and data acquisition was time-consuming. Data accuracy was usually in question as it was not received in real time.

VVWRA was unable to upgrade the system. Existing equipment could not be repaired or it was obsolete. The system could not accommodate the amount of data reclamation needed or be expanded to the level required.

Through CED/Royal Wholesale in Riverside, California, VVWRA learned of Data-Linc Group's complete line of data communication solutions. VVWRA was able to secure one source for both automation equipment and wireless communications products.

Data-Linc Group offered pre-configuration of equipment, including modem, data cables, antennas and coaxial cable. One of the senior applications engineer at Data-Linc Group performed presale engineering analysis and technical application support for the communications network. This would ensure a quick and trouble-free integration with the PLC. Data-Linc Group also offered VVWRA additional technical support and a quick turn around on products.

The radio modem communication system, which consisted of 15 SRM6000 wireless radio modems (one Repeater, two Masters and 12 remotes) and three SRM6200E wireless Ethernet radio modems (one Master and two remotes) was easily installed. This allowed the system to be up and running almost immediately. The data from over a dozen remote pump stations could now be available in virtual real time.

"I have a unit. I'm on-line with right now, said Bruce Correia, application engineer at Victor Valley Water Reclamation Authority. "It's just as though it's in the office with me." Correia further stated that he's recommended Data-Linc Group to others in the industry. "Data-Linc Group made installing the new system easy. About the only thing they didn't do was hand deliver and install the modems."

About Data-Linc Group
Founded in 1988, Data-Linc Group is the leading provider of industrial data communication solutions. Data-Linc designs and manufactures high performance, superior quality modems for a broad range of industrial applications. Their complete line of industrial grade modems and networking products consistently provide reliable, robust data communications even in the most demanding environments. For more information, visit www.data-linc.com, contact marketing@data-linc.com or call (425) 882-2206 Pacific Coast Time.

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