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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to M2M Premier Tutorials. This section provides multimedia presentations explaining specific aspects of M2M technology selection and deployment. To begin, please select from the list of tutorials below.

DIRECTORY
• GPS Tutorial
• M2M Model
• Modem Tutorial
• TCP IP Modem Tutorial
• Ethernet Tutorial Part I: Networking Basics
• Router Tutorial
• Ethernet Tutorial Part III: Sharing Devices
• Introduction to Serial Communication
• Mesh Networking Demo
• Cellular Wireless Modem Primer
• Device Servers Tutorial
• Introduction to Ethernet
• Device Server Handbook
• Ethernet Tutorial Part II: Adding Speed
• Modem Globalization Guide
• Introduction to MODBUS
• GPRS Tutorial
GPS TUTORIAL
GPS is a complex technology but understanding it can be quite easy if you take it one step at a time. This tutorial is designed to give you a good basic understanding of the principles behind GPS without loading you down with too much technical detail.
Presented by:  Trimble
Sponsored by: 
M2M MODEL
Breaks down the components of an end-to-end M2M solution. This tutorial includes brief descriptions of each solution component, including middleware, Web applications, and end user dashboards.
Presented by:  Comtech M2M Ltd.
Sponsored by: 
MODEM TUTORIAL
Demonstrates how end users can use modems to get their remote equipment online and communicating over a variety of networks, such as GSM (global system for mobile communications), GPRS (general packet radio service), and PSTN (public switched telephone) networks.
Presented by:  Comtech M2M Ltd.
Sponsored by: 
TCP IP MODEM TUTORIAL
Delves into the ins and outs of how TCP IP modems can connect remote equipment with GPRS (general packet radio service) networks and the Internet. The tutorial outlines the typical uses for a TCP IP modem in addition to highlighting the benefits of off-the-shelf Web-enabled modems.
Presented by:  Comtech M2M Ltd.
Sponsored by: 
ETHERNET TUTORIAL PART I: NETWORKING BASICS
Breaks down the fundamentals of networking technology. The tutorial explains the differences between network types such LANs (local-area neworks) and WANs (wide-area networks) and details specific products needed to build Ethernet networks.
Presented by:  Lantronix Inc.
Sponsored by: 
ROUTER TUTORIAL
Explains how routers can be used to gain remote access to Ethernet-enabled devices through GSM (global system for mobile communications), GPRS (general packet radio service), and PSTN (public switched telephone) networks.
Presented by:  Comtech M2M Ltd.
Sponsored by: 
ETHERNET TUTORIAL PART III: SHARING DEVICES
Introduces the different types of device servers and their respective functionalities. This tutorial includes descriptions of the key characteristics of print servers, terminal servers and console servers, and external device servers.
Presented by:  Lantronix Inc.
Sponsored by: 
INTRODUCTION TO SERIAL COMMUNICATION
Explains the main tenants of serial communication. This tutorial breaks down the technical aspects of the RS232, RS422, and RS485 standards.
Presented by:  Sena Techologies Inc.
Sponsored by: 
MESH NETWORKING DEMO
Demonstrates the fundamentals of how wireless sensor networks function. This animated tutorial illustrates the components of a sensor node, shows several examples of WSN (wireless sensor network) structures, and demonstrates mesh networks’ self-healing capabilities.
Presented by:  Crossbow Technology Inc.
Sponsored by: 
CELLULAR WIRELESS MODEM PRIMER
Provides a basic overview of cellular wireless data technology and outlines the basic steps for integrating a wireless modem solution.
Presented by:  Multi-Tech Systems Inc.
Sponsored by: 
DEVICE SERVERS TUTORIAL
Provides an overview and examples of how device servers are used to get equipment assets online. This tutorial also touches on the typical uses and applications for external device serves as well as device servers’ role in machine-to-machine technology.
Presented by:  Lantronix Inc.
Sponsored by: 
INTRODUCTION TO ETHERNET
Delves into the fundamentals of Ethernet interfaces. This tutorial breaks down the technical aspects of Ethernet, including IEEE standards, topology, wireless LAN, and transmission speed.
Presented by:  Sena Techologies Inc.
Sponsored by: 
DEVICE SERVER HANDBOOK
Introduces the fundamentals of serial devices and networking. This tutorial explains several basic tenants of networking, including the differences between Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and LANs and WANs. It also includes typical applications for device servers.
Presented by:  Sena Techologies Inc.
Sponsored by: 
ETHERNET TUTORIAL PART II: ADDING SPEED
Specifies what strategies end users can implement to increase the speed of their Ethernet networks. The tutorial covers how bridges, Ethernet switches, and routers can help improve network speed and what factors can lead to network performance deterioration.
Presented by:  Lantronix Inc.
Sponsored by: 
MODEM GLOBALIZATION GUIDE
Provides an overview of the telecom compliance certification process and describes the key steps in the process. This tutorial also highlights today’s compliance certification requirements.
Presented by:  Multi-Tech Systems Inc.
Sponsored by: 
INTRODUCTION TO MODBUS
Breaks down the basic elements of Modbus protocol. This technical tutorial covers communication between Modbus devices, the protocol’s specific function, and error checking methods specific to Modbus.
Presented by:  Sena Techologies Inc.
Sponsored by: 
GPRS TUTORIAL
Explains the fundamentals of GPRS (general packet radio service) communication and how adopters can use the technology to gain remote access to devices over the Internet.
Presented by:  Comtech M2M Ltd.
Sponsored by: 

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