Wireless
Free ADI Design Studio Simplifies Design Of Short-range Wireless Devices
Analog Devices has announced the availability of its latest version of its free, downloadable ADIsimSRD Design Studio for the development of short-range wireless devices. ADIsimSRD Design Studio Version 1.1 conducts real-time simulations, tests configurations and troubleshoots potential problems in short-range radio communications systems using ADI’s ADF70xx family of short-range transmitters and transceivers.
TDC announces its smallest embedded WiFi module
TDC is targeting the growing Internet Appliance market with its smallest-ever embedded WiFi module that provides a plug and play WLAN interface within half the footprint of existing solutions available from TDC. ConnectOne Nano WiReach from TDC can bridge directly from a serial port or wired Ethernet to WiFi, providing a complete implementation including security and networking protocols, firmware, TCP/IP stack and an Internet Controller in a mod...
UHF Radio Receiver Module Supports data links up to 64kbits/s over distances of 300m
The Radiometrix RX3G is a PLL based miniature PCB mounted UHF radio data receiver. When used in conjunction with the manufacturer's matching TX3B-869-64 transmitter, it can facilitate the simple implementation of wireless infrastructure that is capable of supporting speeds of 64kbits/s and transmission ranges up to 75m in-building or 300m over open ground.
EAD launches range of RFID panel antennas
EAD has introduced a new range of UHF circularly polarised panel antennas designed for RFID applications at 868 MHz. The new range introduces five panel antennas from a very compact panel through to a dual polarised panel antenna.
TI claims smallest Impedance Track battery fuel gauge for handhelds
Texas Instruments has introduced a single-cell battery fuel gauge integrated circuit with Impedance Track technology, which is half the size of its predecessor. The tiny bq27505 stand-alone lithium battery capacity monitoring and reporting device resides in the system and measures only 2.5 x 2 x 0.625 mm, and supports portable applications, such as smart phones, digital cameras and MP3 players, where maintaining long battery life is critical for ...
TI to provide solutions for standardized ZigBee RF4CE specification for RF Remote Controls
Texas Instruments has announced that the company will continue to develop and deliver hardware and software solutions for the new standardized ZigBee RF4CE specification for radio frequency (RF)-based remote controls. TI’s portfolio of ZigBee RF4CE system-on-chip products integrates an IEEE 802.15.4-compliant radio, MCU and flash memory, and an extensive set of peripherals. TI is a key contributor to the development of the ZigBee RF4CE version ...
One-Chip Interface IC from STMicroelectronics will help Card-Slot Feature Phones keep Trim
In the future, many cellular handsets will feature a slot for a removable memory card. Designers can minimize the impact of this feature on handset dimensions by using the EMIF06-mSD02N16 SD Card interface IC just announced by STMicroelectronics.
Dual-Band MIMO Internal Antenna Optimizes 802.11n System Performance
Laird Technologies has announced the availability of its new SM24513P3 Dual-Band MIMO Internal Antenna. Specifically designed to enhance the latest generation of Wireless LAN (WLAN) technology systems, the SM24513P3 embedded antenna makes use of MIMO technology in which multiple wireless transmitters and receivers operate simultaneously.
Atmel introduces IEEE P802.15.4c Compliant RF Transceiver Tailored to the Chinese Wireless Market
Atmel Corporation has announced the release of what it says is the first IEEE P802.15.4c compliant RF transceiver, the AT86RF212, for the Chinese wireless market. The fully integrated transceiver offers a very flexible combination of frequency bands and data rates. Customers can choose operation for Chinese WPAN band from 779 to 787 MHz, European SRD band from 863 to 870 MHz, and North American ISM band from 902 to 928 MHz.
picoChip's femtocell and 4G capability shown at Mobile World Congress ‘09
picoChip demonstrated its leadership in femtocell and 4G technology at Mobile World Congress ’09 with the announcement of an eight user HSPA femtocell solution, and demonstrations of both FDD and TDD variants of LTE. picoChip also showcased the PC302, a cost-optimized SoC solution for HSPA femtocells, while its technology was used to power products and demonstrations on more than 20 stands at the show.