Communications
Fast Broadband Amplifiers from STMicroelectronics
STMicroelectronics, a world leader in analog ICs, has introduced a new broadband signal amplifier IC that supports higher frequencies and faster response, as well as lower noise, than amplifiers used in current equipment.
Sealevel Introduces PCI Express Digital I/O Interface
Sealevel Systems has introduced the DIO-32.PCIe, the company’s first PCI Express digital I/O interface adapter. The DIO-32.PCIe provides 16 optically isolated inputs and 16 Reed relay outputs, which can be utilized for PC based control and automation of equipment including sensors, switches, A/V studio automation, security control systems, and industrial automation systems.
Axis adds multi-carrier capability to WiMAX Remote Radio Head
Axis Network Technology has announced the addition of multi-carrier technology to its family of MIMO Remote Radio Heads (RRH) for OEM deployment of WiMAX networks. AxisNT now offers 2 x 14W of MIMO multi-carrier RF power using AxisIPR Advanced Amplifier Technology. The RRHs are available for both 2.5GHz and 3.5GHz networks, and can be customised to meet the specific interface and packaging requirements of the OEM.
Tensilica Demonstrates Audio, Video and Next-Generation Baseband DSP in Barcelona
Tensilica will demonstrate its audio, video and baseband DSP (digital signal processing) processor cores for wireless mobile devices and base station systems at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) exhibition in Barcelona next week, February 16-19. Major systems and semiconductor companies will be showcasing products using Tensilica's technology, and many 4G/LTE, PicoCell and FemtoCell, WiFi, mobile digital radio, and mobile digital TV baseband commun...
EDGE GPRS modem connects at three times the speed
A new GPRS EDGE Modem offering wireless Internet connections at three times the speeds of conventional GSM/GPRS modems has been introduced by TDC. Aimed at security cameras, kiosks and other data intensive remote systems, the Multitech MultiModem EDGE from TDC is also ideal for providing immediate, high speed data connections to mobile workers in the emergency services, transit systems and construction industry. Based on quad-band GSM, and suppli...
Low Cost Triaxial Analog Accelerometers from Inertial Aerosystems
Inertial Aerosystems is launching a new range of high performance low cost triaxial analogue accelerometers. Designated the 2460 range, it consists of 8 models that cover full scale accelerations from DC to +/-2g to 400g. These innovative products utilise three orthogonal mounted accelerometers with each axis independently powered. The whole circuit assembly is on a flexible board to help withstand shock, vibration, etc. The unit is enclosed in a...
congatec's COM Express module with an Intel Atom processor and high graphics performance
The conga-BA945 is a COM Express module with type 2 pinout and conforms to the specified COM Express basic size of 95x125 mm². The Intel Atom processor N270 has a clock speed of 1.60 GHz, as well as 512 KB cache and a 533 MHz frontside bus speed.
Low power equaliser driver and retimer simplifies from Phyworks
The PHY1066 equaliser, driver and retimer IC from Phyworks enables host board designers to create 10Gbps Ethernet SFP+ receive and transmit interfaces for ‘direct attach’ passive twin-ax copper cables and 10GBASE-SR optical modules. Its small size, low power and minimal external component count also make it suitable for use in active copper cable assemblies.
Extreme Engineering Solutions Ships First XMC Module hosting Freescale MPC 8640D Processor
Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) has introduced XPedite5102, a high-performance short form XMC module targeting Freescale Semiconductor’s MPC 8640D processor. This card comes standard with PCI Express support and Gigabit Ethernet.
RS-232 Transceivers from Maxim
Maxim has introduced the MAX13234E-MAX13237E family of RS-232 transceivers. Providing upgraded functionality to Maxim's legacy MAX3224E-MAX3227E RS-232 transceivers, these devices provide the industry's highest data rates (up to 3Mbps), low-voltage logic-level translation, low 1microamp supply current through the AutoShutdown Plus feature, and enhanced ESD protection.