RF & Microwave/Communications
RF transmitter improves performance while reducing system cost and extending battery lifetime
May 17, 2012 9:02 am | Products | CommentsSemtech Corporation today expanded its RFIC platform with the new SX1243, a fully integrated, low cost FSK / OOK radio transmitter designed to replace a surface acoustic wave (SAW)-based resonator transmitters in garage door openers, remote keyless entry (RKE) and other consumer remote control systems.
Wireless transceiver promises double operation lifetime in smart meters
May 14, 2012 10:05 am | Products | CommentsSTMicroelectronics introduced a high-performance, ultra-low-power wireless transceiver for Automatic Meter Infrastructure and other wireless sensor node applications, such as alarm and security systems, home and building automation, and industrial monitoring and control. ST’s SPIRIT1 transceiver combines...
Broadband RF mixer achieves 26.9dBm IIP3 with just 294mW power consumption
May 10, 2012 12:27 pm | Products | CommentsLinear Technology announces the LTC5567, a 300MHz to 4GHz downconverting mixer with outstanding IIP3 (Input Third Order Intercept) of 26.9dBm, low power consumption of 294mW, and wide IF bandwidth of 2.5GHz to support 4G wireless base stations and a wide range of high dynamic range receiver applications.
Directional coupler offering high performance over ultra-broadband frequency from 1.0 GHz to 18.0 GHz
April 30, 2012 3:27 pm | Products | CommentsKRYTAR announces a new directional coupler offering high performance over the ultra-broadband frequency range of 1.0 to 18.0 GHz, in a single, compact and lightweight package. KRYTAR’s new directional coupler offers the widest frequency coverage in a single package on the market and provides superior performance.
Napatech announces 1G platform refresh
April 27, 2012 9:04 am | Products | CommentsNapatech today announced a comprehensive refresh of the existing family of 4x1 Gbps intelligent network adapters. The planned refresh will take advantage of the latest feature enhancements available on Napatech 10 Gbps and 40 Gbps intelligent network adapters as well as providing the capacity to support future product and feature enhancements.
Ember-based miniature modules tout desirable ZigBee performance
April 23, 2012 10:33 am | Products | CommentsCalifornia Eastern Laboratories (CEL) announced sample availability of its MeshConnect EM357 Mini Modules, powered by the EM357 ZigBee chip from Ember Corporation. Running the EmberZNet PRO ZigBee stack, CEL Mini Modules enable
RF transceiver redefines lowest power consumption for industrial applications
April 18, 2012 2:42 pm | Products | CommentsAtmel Corporation today announced a new RF transceiver for battery-operated wireless applications. The Atmel AT86RF233 transceiver is optimized for industrial and consumer products that comply with ZigBee/IEEE 802.15.4, IPv6 over low-power wireless personal area networks (6LoWPAN) and high data rate 2.4GHz industrial, scientific and medical (ISM) band applications.
Antennas cover the GLONASS operating frequencies up to 1610 MHz
April 17, 2012 1:59 pm | Products | CommentsTaoglas USA (www.taoglas.com) announced that it is leading the market with a full range of GPS and GLONASS-enabled antennas for M2M devices. Taoglas is launching the AA.16X Dominator series of antennas, which have a wider bandwidth to cover the GLONASS operating frequencies up to 1610 MHz...
Precision 3.5 mm test adapters available in convenient kit
April 11, 2012 5:21 pm | Products | CommentsThe P2RFA-4031-01 kit features three 3.5mm precision adapters for microwave and RF Use. They are housed in a compact, foam-lined, zippered case for convenience and protection of the components when not in use. These adapters and the RFA-4031-01 adapter kit have been added to the RF Connector product line...
VCO operates from 2558 MHz to 2575 MHz
April 10, 2012 10:58 am | Products | CommentsCrystek's CVCO55CC-2558-2575 VCO (Voltage Controlled Oscillator) operates from 2558 MHz to 2575 MHz with a control voltage range of 0.3 V to 4.7 V. This VCO features a typical phase noise of -120 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset and has
Module Supports GLONASS and GPS Positioning Required by M2M Apps in Russia
April 3, 2012 6:34 am | Products | Commentsu-blox announced an all-in-one satellite positioning receiver module, the LEA-6N. The low-power module touts fast, high-accuracy positioning, and it is targeted at industrial telematics applications
Less is More With Cobham Internet Protocol Mesh Radio
March 28, 2012 8:10 am | by Posted : Ron M. Seidel, Editorial Intern | Products | CommentsCobham has announced its latest developments in Internet Protocol (IP) Mesh radios, with smaller, more power-efficient models that will be ideal for even more environments and markets.
System on Module Is Presented as Industry’s Smallest Wireless Capabilities
March 27, 2012 11:34 am | Products | CommentsLogic PD introduced what it asserts is the industry’s smallest System on Module (SOM) with wireless capabilities. Logic PD’s DM3730 Torpedo + Wireless SOM is said to enable customers to dramatically condense hardware space requirements and increase
VoIP Processor Target High End Phones and Integrates Audio, Security and Graphics Functions
March 26, 2012 6:57 am | Products | CommentsDialog Semiconductor plc announced a high performance VoIP phone chipset, the SC14453. The single chip processor the company’s VoIP portfolio as its flagship product and integrates
Hyperabrupt Varactor Diodes Suit VCO, Phase Noise and Voltage Tuned Filter Applications
March 26, 2012 5:59 am | Products | CommentsSkyworks introduced three miniature 0402 hyperabrupt varactor diodes for VCO, phase noise and voltage-tuned filter applications. These discrete, small form factor devices are offered in a low profile plastic surface mount technology package where
WiFi Modules Feature Soft AP Support For Easy Hot Spot Device Integration
March 21, 2012 8:14 am | Products | CommentsRadicom Research announced the release of the WiFiHU2 series of USB WiFi modem modules. The WiFiHU2 modules provide WiFi connectivity through any processor-based device. With support for the latest wireless standards -- including
Wireless Communications Toolkit Enables Wireless Protocol Creation for Almost Every App
March 14, 2012 6:46 am | Products | CommentsLime Microsystems has announced a Universal Wireless Communications Toolkit that allows developers to create wireless protocols of almost any complexity with ease. The Toolkit comprises
3G 4G Antenna Control Solutions
March 13, 2012 6:18 am | Products | CommentsRF Micro Devices announced the expansion of its broad product portfolio to include new 3G/4G antenna control solutions.
The Tinker's Toolbox - Joseph Citrano of Honeywell on Industrial Wireless
March 8, 2012 6:12 am | Podcasts | CommentsJoseph Citrano of Honeywell Sensing and Control (S&C) is my guest for this edition of Tinker’s Toolbox. As wireless technology gains widespread adoption on the factory floor, concerns about
CEVA extends Bluetooth portfolio with Bluetooth 4.0 IP
March 7, 2012 8:51 am | Products | CommentsCEVA announced the availability of its low energy CEVA-Bluetooth 4.0 IP, for both single mode and dual mode applications. Building on more than a decade of experience in designing and licensing Bluetooth technology for embedded applications...
Precision Adapters Tout Metrology Grade Performance at Commercial Grade Price
March 7, 2012 5:13 am | Products | CommentsSouthwest Microwave, Inc. (SMI) announced a full range of precision adapters, both within-series and between-series, encompassing SMA, SMA to N, 2.92 mm, 3.5 mm to 2.40 mm, 2.92 mm to 2.40 mm, SSMA to 2.40 mm, and 2.40 mm. The offering includes
RF Micro Devices expands PowerSmart product family
March 7, 2012 4:21 am | Products | CommentsRF Micro Devices announced the expansion of the Company’s family of PowerSmart power platforms to include multiple new 3G and 4G LTE PowerSmart product variants. RFMD’s PowerSmart power platforms are at the forefront of the technology shift...
TE Connectivity Introduces New Video Distribution System
March 3, 2012 2:20 am | by Tyco Electronics | News | CommentsGreensboro, NC -- Feb. 8, 2012 -- TE Connectivity has introduced a new Video Distribution System (VDS) that enables network managers to deliver true high-definition RF and IP video over an existing data cabling infrastructure without the need for coaxial cabling or any RF tuning.
Five Questions with Tak Tsang of Agilent Technologies
March 1, 2012 6:31 am | Podcasts | CommentsAgilent Technologies Inc. announced the introduction of a wireless connectivity solution that links up to three Agilent handheld digital multimeters to smartphones, tablets and PCs. By enabling remote viewing and control from distances of up to 10 m, this solution
Wireless Link Enables Remote Monitoring and Data Logging with Handheld Digital Multimeters
March 1, 2012 4:55 am | Products | CommentsAgilent Technologies Inc. announced the introduction of a wireless connectivity solution that links up to three Agilent handheld digital multimeters to smartphones, tablets and PCs. By enabling remote viewing and control from distances of up to 10 m, this solution
