BASE Engineering, has released a new Long-Range Chipset, designed to increase range, reliability and installation flexibility beginning with the BASE Engineering portfolio of Ranger and ProControl handheld communication devices. The new Long-Range Chipset features the capability to exceed 1,000 ft (305 m) of range for installations that feature external antennas. One of the key benefits is that it enables device-to-device communication in worksite environments where the use of external antennas is not required, resulting in a cleaner, faster installation.
‘The new Long-Range Chipset represents a continued commitment to our existing and future BASE Engineering ecosystem,’ says Toby Bourque, vice president of BASE Engineering. ‘Working with our partners and end-users, we’ve ensured this new chipset not only delivers a stronger communication range, but also a more reliable connection in challenging industrial operating environments. Our Long-Range Chipset also offers more flexibility and simplicity during installation while removing the external-antenna requirement in many installations, which is something our partners and customers have been requesting.’
Starting this month, the BASE Engineering Ranger and ProControl Series of handheld devices, along with compatible A and C receivers, can be outfitted with the new Long-Range Chipset. To facilitate the upgrade, customers with existing DSS-based handhelds and receivers can purchase a drop-in upgrade kit through the BASE Engineering Technical Support team. The Long-Range Chipset for the ASK Series of handheld devices will become available later in 2025.
