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Introduction to M2M

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Introduction to M2M

M2M is the automated communication between remote machines and the central management application. It provides realtime monitoring and control without the need for human intervention. M2M stands for machine-to-machine, mobile-to-machine, and man-to-machine communication.

Description and features with the Plasus Technologies Plano system:

User Interface / Devices

The Plano system allows a user to interact with the system using multiple interfaces. The user interface is adapted to each customers specifications without changing the underlying service-platform. User interfaces include Internet, Email, SMS, MMS and Telephone.

Networks

The system supports multiple networks for communication. Network communication protocol is chosen based on the type and amount of data that needs to be transmitted, and the protocol supported in the remote units. User interface protocols are chosen based on the customers needs.

Remote Unit Interface

The customers remote units can be any hardware with built in communication abillities. Typical units are hardware for controlling electronic or mechanical equipment. Plasus is focusing on solutions for energy control and alarm handling, but other applications can easily be integrated. The data between the remote unit and Plano Server are exchanged through different communication protocols. The system supports the following protocols: TCP/IP, XMPP, FTP, HTTP,SMTP, XML, SMS, MMS and DTMF.

Plano Server with Admin Interface

The Plano Server is the engine of the M2M system. The server handles all traffic to and from the users, and communicates with the customers' remote units. The system is based on modules, making implementation of user specific applications fast and simple.

The system is equipped with a complete administration interface including routines for Customer Services, Handling of Orders, Billing and System Monitoring services.