What can the MELBOX do?

Close-up of the upper control unit of a light gray, modern signal transmission and alarm system by MELBOX. The blue company logo is visible on the left, and a black USB flash drive and a protective cap are located in the upper right.

Where is the MELBOX applied?

Features That Matter

safety

How safe is MELBOX against hacker attacks?

encryption + coding

All transmissions between the MELBOX and the control center are cryptographically encoded using a constantly changing key and then encrypted again in a secure way via SSL.

Critical infrastructures (KRITIS)

Can the MELBOX also be used in critical infrastructure?

Yes, she can

By complying with the EU directive NIS2 against cyber attacks, the MELBOX can be used within critical infrastructure.

exactness

With what tolerance are the analog data transmitted?

0,2% tolerance

Precision components guarantee a tolerance of less than 0,2% when transferring the analog values.

reliability

What does the MELBOX do if the internet connection fails?

3 ways to the Internet

The MELBOX automatically switches between cable connection, WLAN and GSM surfstick; In the event of an interruption, a fault message is sent to the responsible technician; Battery is integrated;

retrofit

Is the MELBOX suitable for retrofitting?

Suitable for retrofitting

The MELBOX can be screwed directly onto the wall. It is splashproof and dustproof.

warranty

As long as there is warranty on the MELBOX?

2 years warranty

The MELBOX hardware warranty is 2 years. Service and spare parts are guaranteed by Nagl Elektronik for another 10 years.

FAQ – frequently asked questions

Things to know about push notifications

The manufacturer of the Blackberry (RIM) invented it and called it Push Service.

In 2009, Apple introduced APNS (Apple Push Notification Service). In 2013, Google introduced GCM (Google Cloud Messaging) to Android.

It didn’t take long for the app developers to realize the advantages and can now send messages to users from a server.

Practical examples

Technical details

  • 16 digital switching inputs

  • programmable up to 16 buttons

  • 8 analog inputs 0 – 10V / 4 – 20mA

  • 4 analog outputs 0 – 20mA / 4 – 20mA

  • 8 relay outputs 250VAC / 4A

  • Integrated battery, power failure message

  • Programming via the web, no programming knowledge required

  • Internet connection cable: Gigabit Ethernet

  • WLAN: 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz IEEE 802.11ac

  • Internet connection GSM: Surfstick via USB

  • Degree of protection IP64: waterproof and dustproof

  • Weight: 5.2 kg

  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 315 x 270 x 110mm; Height with surf stick: 420mm

  • Supply: 85 – 264VAC / plug-in power supply

  • Ambient temperature: 5 – 52 ° C.

  • Humidity: 5 – 98%, non-condensing

  • 7  inch touch color display

  • 2 loudspeakers for signaling and alarms

Explanation of the MELBOX menu

Things to know about SMS

SMS are sent and received in the SS7 signaling channel. Control signals such as: Transfer call diversions.

It is also possible to receive SMS during a telephone conversation.

There is a priority flag. This is also set by MELBOX. However, there is no network operator that supports this.

App’s

programing

Easy to program via web browser

You can access the configuration interface via user name/password. All texts, cell phone numbers and settings can be programmed via all common web browsers.

Intuitive, simple menu navigation.

No need to enter IP addresses.

programing

Easy to program via web browser

You can access the configuration interface via user name/password. All texts, cell phone numbers and settings can be programmed via all common web browsers.

Intuitive, simple menu navigation.

No need to enter IP addresses.

Price

MELBOX : € 1.452,–

Delivery time: 1 – 2 weeks

ongoing costs:

Signals from one MELBOX to another (analog or digital):  free

Switching commands from MELBOX remote app: free

Visualizations on the MELBOX remote app: free

Fault and operational reports via email: free of charge

Alerts and notifications for the MELBOX app: free

SMS:

€0.1 / SMS

About us

Nagl Elektronik was founded in 1992

Since 1998 everything has been about SMS. We developed the HomeWatcher for remote control of the heating and alarm system for weekend homes. The.Blue.Box-II is a reliable device for alarming via SMS at many fire departments at home and abroad.

For Coca-Cola we have developed devices for the purchase of drinks via SMS on the Coca-Cola vending machine.

MELBOX is a signal transmission system with powerful hardware and internet web application with SQL database.

The image shows the Blue.Box II, a device used by many fire departments both domestically and internationally, which alerts firefighters via SMS.
The image shows the HomeWatcher, a system for remote control and monitoring of heating or alarm systems via SMS.
An advertisement from the early 2000s for paying by SMS. A giant Nokia mobile phone displays the words "SMS me for a COKE" and a phone number next to a Coca-Cola bottle. To the right, a young woman with curly red hair smiles, holding a small mobile phone.

About us

Nagl Elektronik was founded in 1992

Since 1998 everything has been about SMS. We developed the HomeWatcher for remote control of the heating and alarm system for weekend homes. The.Blue.Box-II is a reliable device for alarming via SMS at many fire departments at home and abroad.

For Coca-Cola we have developed devices for the purchase of drinks via SMS on the Coca-Cola vending machine.

MELBOX is a signal transmission system with powerful hardware and internet web application with SQL database.

The image shows the Blue.Box II, a device used by many fire departments both domestically and internationally, which alerts firefighters via SMS.
The image shows the HomeWatcher, a system for remote control and monitoring of heating or alarm systems via SMS.
An advertisement from the early 2000s for paying by SMS. A giant Nokia mobile phone displays the words "SMS me for a COKE" and a phone number next to a Coca-Cola bottle. To the right, a young woman with curly red hair smiles, holding a small mobile phone.

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Feel free to contact us

The logo in the image belongs to MELBOX, a system for transmitting fault messages and signals.

MELBOX is a trademark of Nagl Elektronik.

Nagl Elektronik is a specialized Austrian sole proprietorship based in Stockerau, which focuses on the development and manufacturing of electronic devices.

Franz Lehar-Gasse 38
2000 Stockerau
Austria
Tel.: +43 (0) 2266/66244

e-mail: office@melbox.at

Feel free to contact us

The logo in the image belongs to MELBOX, a system for transmitting fault messages and signals.

MELBOX is a trademark of Nagl Elektronik.

Nagl Elektronik is a specialized Austrian sole proprietorship based in Stockerau, which focuses on the development and manufacturing of electronic devices.

Franz Lehar-Gasse 38
2000 Stockerau
Austria
Tel.: +43 (0) 2266/66244

e-mail: office@melbox.at

Feel free to contact us

The logo in the image belongs to MELBOX, a system for transmitting fault messages and signals.

MELBOX is a trademark of Nagl Elektronik.

Nagl Elektronik is a specialized Austrian sole proprietorship based in Stockerau, which focuses on the development and manufacturing of electronic devices.

Franz Lehar-Gasse 38
2000 Stockerau
Austria
Tel.: +43 (0) 2266/66244

e-mail: office@melbox.at