Communications
COM uses 4th Gen Intel Core U-series SoC
A COM Express Compact module, designated the HU968, has been launched by DFI. Expanding upon the company's existing Intel Core product line, the U-Series platform has BGA 1168 packaging technology which features smart performance, high speed I/O, and low-power consumption at only 15W TDP. The module's mall form factor of 95mm x 95mm helps save space while providing better connectivity.
Platform meets IP networks test requirements
GL Communications has released products for Testing/Emulation of Media and Signalling Gateway. Carriers and enterprises are migrating to IP Networks from traditional PSTN Networks because IP Networks provide substantial advantages -- such as voice, data, and video convergence, greater platform densities, rapid service and feature enhancements, and productivity gains from unified communications.
PLC modems enable the support of multiple regions with one device
A power line communication (PLC) modem platform, enabling the support of multiple regions with one device, has been unveiled by Texas Instruments. The optimised TMDSPLCKITV4 kits provide developers with a smaller low-cost design to evaluate any narrowband OFDM PLC technology standard for use in a variety of industrial systems such as smart grid advanced metering infrastructure (AMI), solar energy installations, and building and factory automation...
ICs optimise antenna efficiency in 4G devices
The introduction of a series of antenna tuning ICs signals an expansion of Infineon's IC solutions for the RF front end. Instrumental in improving end user experience in 4G smartphones and tablets, the BGA1xGN10 ICs optimise antenna characteristics to allow for highest data rate operation in relevant LTE bands.
Radio test set generates output signal up to 20MHz
Rohde & Schwarz has lowered the cost of testing analogue radios in the 100kHz to 3GHz frequency range. It is using an integrated ARB generator for software implemented test signal generation in the R&S CMA180 radio test set. Users can generate any output signal with a bandwidth of up to 20 MHz – a feature normally offered only in radio communications testers several times more expensive.
Deliver 100W and data via a single standard USB port
Featuring an industry-standard power delivery and battery charging protocol, the UPD100X family of USB Power Delivery (UPD) controllers has been introduced by Microchip. 40 times the power compared to USB 2.0, a single USB cable can be used for data and simultaneously deliver up to 100W of power from a single standard USB port.
ZigBee module targets high-growth Smart Home market
A USI ZigBee module, enabling swift implementation with minimal integration efforts for a quick time to market, has been developed through a partnership between Universal Scientific (USI) and GreenPeak Technologies. The module allows Smart Home device developers and manufacturers to quickly and economically upgrade their sensor devices by adding ZigBee technology.
Processors optimised for low-power embedded DSP applications
Designed for low-power embedded digital signal processing applications, the DesignWare ARC EM DSP family of processors has been introduced by Synopsys. The processors are implementations of the ARCv2DSP instruction set architecture (ISA), an enhancement to the efficiency-optimised ARCv2 ISA with over 100 new DSP instructions for accelerating signal processing algorithms, including vector and complex MUL/MAC operations.
Fanless embedded system features front-facing I/O connectors
IP30-rated for use in harsh environments, the IPC932-230-FL expandable fanless barebone system with various front-facing I/O connectors has been introduced by Axiomtek. The powerful embedded system supports LGA1150 socket for the 4th generation Intel Core processors coupled with the Intel Q87 Express chipset.
Digital signage player offers 4K display capability
Featuring three independent displays and 4K display capability, Axiomtek has introduced the DSB550-880 high-performance digital signage player featuring the 4th generation Intel Core i5 processor with the Mobile Intel QM87 Express chipset. It is a great solution for users looking for a simple-to-implement digital signage player.