Wireless
Fixed-frequency synthesizer features low phase noise
October 30, 2012 4:07 pm | Product Releases | CommentsZ-Communications announces a new RoHS compliant Fixed Frequency Synthesizer model SFS4000C-LF for Satellite Communications and Test Equipment. The SFS4000C-LF is a single frequency synthesizer that is phase locked at 4000 MHz while using a 10 MHz reference.
Timing chip lowers cost in wireless equipment
October 30, 2012 9:55 am | Product Releases | CommentsSemtech Corporation announced it is sampling the newest addition to its ToPSync family of products, the ACS9522T, to tier one telecom equipment vendors. Semtech’s new market-leading ToPSync synchronization system-on-a-chip sets a new standard for integration levels in the industry by integrating all functionality required...
Module delivers 100Mbps-down and 50Mbps-up data rates on LTE networks
October 25, 2012 1:25 pm | Product Releases | CommentsTelit Wireless Solutions announced the introduction of the LE920 LTE module for European and North American OEM automotive and aftermarket segments. The new 920 form factor measures 34x40x2.8mm on a 198-pad LGA automotive-grade package.
Digitally controlled oscillators replace quartz VCXOs in telecom and embedded applications
October 25, 2012 1:02 pm | Product Releases | CommentsSiTime Corporation introduced the SiT3907 MEMS-based Digitally Controlled Oscillator (DCXO). The SiT3907 DCXO is radically different than analog, quartz-based VCXOs as it offers an in-system digital control interface that is used for tuning the output frequency.
Wireless sensors reduce installation time from days to hours
October 23, 2012 4:12 pm | Product Releases | CommentsLibelium, launched Waspmote Plug & Sense!, a new line of Libelium encapsulated wireless sensor devices allowing system integrators to implement scalable, modular wireless sensor networks and reduce installation time from days to hours. Waspmote Plug & Sense! models are pre-configured
Wireless sensor networks achieve industry’s lowest power consumption at less than 50µA per node
October 17, 2012 9:38 am | Product Releases | CommentsLinear Technology’s Dust Networks product group introduces the SmartMesh LTC5800 (system-on-chip) and LTP5900 (module) families, the industry’s lowest power IEEE 802.15.4E compliant wireless sensor networking products. SmartMesh ICs and modules enable tiny sensor “motes” to be designed with a battery life of over 10 years...
Network media module provides cost-effective AirPlay solution
October 16, 2012 10:38 am | Microchip Technology Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMicrochip Technology announced its latest-generation SMSC JukeBlox Wi-Fi connectivity platform, featuring the JukeBlox 3.1-AAP (part # JB3.1-AAP) Software Development Kit (SDK) in combination with the new CX875 Wi-Fi Network Media Module. This platform expansion delivers highly integrated and specialized connectivity software...
Modules to help improve smart grid in China
October 15, 2012 12:26 pm | Product Releases | CommentsTelit Wireless Solutions announced the expansion of cooperation with leading Chinese Innovator in the Smart grid and Automated Meter Reading Segments - Beijing Yupont Electric Power Technology Co., Ltd. Founded in 1996 Beijing Yupont is a hi-tech company incubated by the North China Electric Power Research Institute.
One-chip solution combines a 2.4-GHz, low-power wireless radio and capacitive touch
October 15, 2012 9:11 am | Product Releases | CommentsCypress Semiconductor introduced a single-chip solution that integrates a wireless radio with touch-sensing circuitry for wireless mice, trackpads, remote controls, presenter tools, and other Human Interface Devices (HIDs). The new PRoC-UI (Programmable Radio-on-a-Chip–User Interface) solution combines 2.4-GHz proprietary WirelessUSB-NL Radio...
Wireless power technology embraces user-friendly features
October 12, 2012 8:37 am | by Pearl (Ke) Cao and Vladimir A. Muratov, Texas Instruments | Articles | CommentsWireless charging technology has been recognized as a very attractive solution to a wide range of applications because it conveniently replaces power cords and charging cables. This emerging technology is being adopted for charging mobile phones and other handheld devices.
GPS miniature receiver based on latest 3-D embedded technology is market’s smallest
October 9, 2012 8:53 am | Product Releases | CommentsTelit Wireless Solutions announced the introduction of the Jupiter SE880 ultra-compact GPS receiver module for applications in the commercial, industrial, and consumer segments including wearable and handheld devices. The miniature 4.7x4.7mm LGA (Land Grid Array), SiRFstarIV-based receiver module employs leading 3-D component embedding technology...
Wireless technologies transform modern medical treatment
October 5, 2012 10:38 am | News | CommentsTechnological advances in wireless technologies are leading to developments in the remote patient monitoring market, offering increased convenience to patients and improved access to efficient data management for medical professionals, states a new report by industry experts GBI Research.
Kits for Kids
October 4, 2012 3:46 pm | by Jon Titus, Technical Contributor | Articles | CommentsElectronics, computer, and science kits can help kindle technical interests in kids of all ages. Each year the holidays seem to arrive sooner than expected and parents of young people interested in science and technology search for gift ideas. This column provides some suggestions. Some projects require adult help or supervision.
M2M module family receives AT&T certification
October 1, 2012 2:21 pm | Product Releases | CommentsTelit Wireless Solutions announced its full family of HE910 3G and 4G modules received AT&T certification for use on the carrier’s HSPA and HSPA+ wireless network. Featuring a low profile, low power consumption and advanced connectivity features, the six modules within the HE910 family are ideal for compact, high-bandwidth mobile computing applications...
Telit launches new generation of one of market’s smallest cellular modules at MobileCON 2012
October 1, 2012 2:11 pm | Product Releases | CommentsTelit Wireless Solutions announced the launch of its GL865-DUAL V3 banded for Asian, European, and Latin American GSM/GPRS cellular markets to be premiered at MobileCON in San Diego. The product is a backwards-compatible version of the popular and widely adopted GL865 product family but based on the latest Intel single-chip...
10 must-see posts from September
October 1, 2012 12:28 pm | by The ECN Editors | Articles | CommentsHere’s a rundown of the most read, most popular, most awesome articles for September. They all come with a witty, engaging summary just in case you missed them the first time or want to check up on an old favorite. Keep checking out the Lead and follow us on twitter @ecnmagazine for our most up-to-date articles.
Microsoft Reveals New Version Of Chinese Bing Search Engine
September 28, 2012 2:31 pm | News | CommentsHarry Shum, Microsoft's global senior vice president in charge of the development of the company's global search engine, announced that a new version is now available for Bing Chinese search, Cn.bing.com. The new version reportedly features a new dynamic front page, more concise web search pages, and more accurate results.
Nokia To Build Innovation Center In Beijing
September 28, 2012 2:26 pm | News | CommentsNokia will build an experience innovation center in Beijing to provide a mobile Internet entrepreneurial solutions platform; serve developers and entrepreneurs; and promote the building of a world-class software ecological park in Beijing.
SDR demonstrator intended for wireless data applications
September 28, 2012 2:09 pm | Product Releases | CommentsCML Microcircuits has released a small demonstration platform for a complete Software Defined Radio (SDR) for wireless data applications. The DE9941 is a credit card sized demonstration board for a complete linear modulation-based Software Defined Radio (SDR) for wireless data. It is designed to be small and low-cost with minimal components/values.
Transverse coupled resonator filter touts desirable temperature performance
September 28, 2012 12:16 pm | Product Releases | CommentsAPI Technologies Corp. introduced a new transverse coupled resonator filter (TCRF). This new surface acoustic wave (SAW) filter is designed for narrowband intermediate frequency (IF) filtering such as in satellite transponders, directional finders and anti-jam modems. It is capable of
Switch provides linearity of 115 dBm IIP2
September 26, 2012 4:08 pm | Product Releases | CommentsPeregrine Semiconductor Corporation announced the expansion of its high-linearity, low insertion loss RF switch family with the availability of the HaRP technology-enhanced SPDT PE42422 RF switch. The new switch provides linearity of 115 dBm IIP2, and 70 dBm IIP3; low insertion loss of 0.4 dB @ 3 GHz, and high isolation of 28 dB @ 3 GHz...
Ultra-broadband directional coupler covers 1.0 GHz to 50.0 GHz
September 26, 2012 3:55 pm | Product Releases | CommentsKRYTAR announces a new directional coupler offering high performance over the ultra-broadband frequency range of 1.0 to 50.0 GHz, in a single, compact and lightweight package. KRYTAR’s new directional coupler expands its family of superior performance products offering ultra-broadband coverage in compact packages.
Development boards Integrate TCP/IP stack, enable Internet of Things via simple serial connection
September 26, 2012 9:59 am | Microchip Technology Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMicrochip Technology announced the integration of its Wi-Fi modules from the recent Roving Networks acquisition into its flexible, modular Explorer development systems supporting all of Microchip’s 8, 16 and 32-bit PIC microcontrollers. The RN-131 and RN-171 PICtail/PICtail Plus daughter boards are the first two products developed by Microchip based on Roving Networks modules.
3eTI launches industry’s first military-grade secure ISA100 wireless mesh network solution
September 25, 2012 10:09 am | Product Releases | Comments3e Technologies International (3eTI) announced its new AirGuard iMesh suite of products. The iMesh Gateway, an ISA100 to IEEE 802.11 device and the iMesh Sensor Node, a low-power ISA 100 node, combine to enable wireless process automation with military-grade levels of security – offering a robust solution for wireless networks in industrial environments.
Evaluation module demonstrates the receiver portion of the bqTESLA wireless power system
September 19, 2012 3:55 pm | Product Releases | CommentsThe bq51013AEVM-764 evaluation module (EVM) demonstrates the receiver portion of the bqTESLA wireless power system. This receiver EVM is a complete receiver-side solution that produces 5 V out at up to 1 A when coupled with the bqTESLA transmitter. The bq51013AEVM-764 device shown on this EVM...
