News releases on Electronicstalk categorised by date
Sunday 2 September
to Saturday 8 September 2007
Antenna and cable testing comes to hand
Handheld battery-operated cable and antenna tester is ideal for installation and maintenance of wireless service, military communications, broadcasting and radio links.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe ( 7 September 2007)
CompactPCI-based system hosts UAV development
User Application Article The RT4 small-form-factor CompactPCI-based rugged computing node will play a major part in the development of the next generation of unmanned aerial vehicles.
News from GE Fanuc Embedded Systems ( 7 September 2007)
Subrack stabilises sensitive assemblies
A robust 19in subrack offers high mechanical stability to protect electronic assemblies in extreme conditions. Brochure Available
News from Rittal ( 7 September 2007)
FPGAs speed Chinese TV developments
User Application Article Flexibility of FPGA allows TV modulator to support datarates from 4.813 to 32.48Mbit/s for both standard-definition and high-definition signals.
News from Altera Europe ( 7 September 2007)
More options in replacement OLEDs
Densitron continues to expand its OLED offerings with drop-in replacement modules for OLEDs recently discontinued by other manufacturers. Brochure Available
News from Densitron Display Solutions ( 7 September 2007)
Budget VCO covers a broad band for radio
Voltage-controlled oscillator covers a frequency range from 1 to 2GHz with a control voltage range of 1 to 20V.
News from Crystek Corporation ( 7 September 2007)
Key factors in switch specification
Jochen Ullmer examines important criteria to consider when selecting switches for human-machine interfaces. Brochure Available
News from Schurter Input Systems ( 7 September 2007)
Conference to master microcontrollers
The first European Microchip Annual Strategic Technical Exchange and Review Conference will be held in Munich this November.
News from Microchip Technology ( 7 September 2007)
EMC training runs with conference and exhibition
Training course on "Electronic fundamentals for good EMC" is available at a reduced price during the EMCUK exhibition and conference.
News from Nutwood UK ( 7 September 2007)
Polyband tuner powers DRM module
User Application Article The Mirics MSI001 provides a flexible RF platform in a portable multifunction digital radio receiver platform designed for DRM, FM and AM applications.
News from Mirics Semiconductor ( 7 September 2007)
SHDC card runs up to 32Gbyte
New cards meet the Class 4 specification in the SD speed class, ensuring they deliver the high level performance and functionality.
News from Toshiba Electronics Europe ( 7 September 2007)
Mobile TV receiver IC enters volume production
Shipping now from Abilis Systems, the AS-102 is billed as the world's first 90nm CMOS true "single-die" DVB-T mobile digital TV receiver.
News from Abilis Systems ( 7 September 2007)
Encapsulant and potting agents are made for solar
Materials remain flexible and stable over wide temperature variations and offer easy reparability and global availability.
News from Dow Corning ( 7 September 2007)
Audio algorithm simulates retro mixing consoles
Algorithm will enable quality-conscious OEMs to incorporate the highly revered British EQ sound into their products.
News from BTE Audio ( 7 September 2007)
PCB laminates answer RF demands
Laminates provide the controlled relative permittivity, low loss and passive intermodulation response required by the wireless infrastructure market.
News from Rogers Corp ( 7 September 2007)
Distributor expands resistor manufacturing
UK manufacturing licences provide speedy alternative sources for Vishay and Welwyn resistors.
News from Charcroft Electronics ( 7 September 2007)
Battery chip powers USB devices
Device combines an autonomous high-efficiency power manager, ideal diode controller and battery charger for portable USB devices. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp ( 7 September 2007)
UART accelerates Bluetooth on programmable logic
High-performance core supports the full 3Mbit/s datarates required for compatiblity with the Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR specification.
News from QuickLogic ( 7 September 2007)
Disk drives are made for consumer electronics
High-capacity 1.8in hard disk drives allow designers to boost storage in mobile consumer electronics designs.
News from Toshiba Europe Storage Device Division ( 7 September 2007)
USB deal opens new partnership
User Application Article Faraday USB2.0 IP solutions suit applications in the mass storage, multimedia, game console and communication sectors.
News from Faraday Technology ( 7 September 2007)
Network test option spots spyware
The NetSecure option helps users detect rogue applications like spyware, adware, and viruses during network connectivity and performance tests.
News from Fluke Networks ( 7 September 2007)
Compliant pin connectors handle tough applications
Onanon's innovations in compliant pin technology are made possible by its highly automated, close-tolerance milling manufacture.
News from Onanon ( 7 September 2007)
WLED drivers offer small solution size
Designed to drive two to six WLEDs for backlighting, the MAX8901A/MAX8901B are ideal for the 1.5 to 4-inch LCDs used in battery-operated devices.
News from Maxim Integrated Products ( 7 September 2007)
H-bridge driver IC handles large N-Mosfet range
Atmel's ATA6823 can be used with currents ranging from just 1.5 to over 100A, and this flexibility makes it suitable for many different applications.
News from Atmel Corporation ( 7 September 2007)
Computers handle harsh testing
In tests the CoreModule 800 withstood intense multi-axis vibration of 50G rms while operating over an operating temperature range of -60C to +90C.
News from Ampro Computers ( 7 September 2007)
Video processing suits multiple formats
Qdeo enables users to enjoy content from standard-definition, high-definition, or internet sources in full 1080p high-definition resolution.
News from Marvell ( 7 September 2007)
Fans turn both ways to boost performance
Dual, counter-rotating fans improve both airflow and static pressure compared with two axial fans used in series. Brochure Available
News from EAO ( 7 September 2007)
Display distribution deal expanded
Farnell will now distribute Sharp's range of optoelectronic and display products across Europe, including Turkey and Russia.
News from Farnell ( 7 September 2007)
PC boards suit mainframe use
EI can provide high-density, double-sided, hybrid PC board assemblies (SMT/PTH/press fit) with an average component count of over 1500
News from Endicott Interconnect Technologies ( 7 September 2007)
Software stack suits microcontrollers
NEC Electronics' microcontroller abstraction layer (MCAL) software contains all Autosar device driver and interface modules.
News from NEC Electronics (Europe) ( 7 September 2007)
IC upgrades Bluetooth possibilities
BlueCore6 includes CSR's AuriStream technology, which provides toll quality voice calls and is capable of a 40% reduction in power consumption.
News from Cambridge Silicon Radio ( 7 September 2007)
Tooling system offers fast setup
HD Grid-Lok's 12mm pin pitch can be set up in seconds to provide complete and flexible board support.
News from DEK ( 7 September 2007)
Digital multimeter offers new options
Agilent's U1240A enables users to observe open/close switch behaviours in the presence of intermittent signals.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe ( 7 September 2007)
CPU card offers high-speed stability
The IB940 uses the latest Intel Q965 chipset to support Intel's Core2 Duo processors.
News from IBase Technology ( 7 September 2007)
Rocker switches suit household appliances
The 1880 series uses a switching principle with a proven life of 100 million cycles and an electrical rating up to 12(4)A and 250V AC with inrush currents up to 70A.
News from Quadrant Connections ( 7 September 2007)
DC/DC convertor offers high efficiency
The MBI6650's hysteretic PFM control scheme enhances system stability and provides power efficiency of up to 90% at heavy loading and 85% at light loading.
News from First Components ( 6 September 2007)
Circuits protect portable devices
Texas Instruments' bq24314 adds extra protection to a lithium battery when a charger circuit fails due to a fault condition.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) ( 6 September 2007)
Programmable clocks provide versatility
InstaClock enables customers to reduce inventory and device qualification requirements by ordering a single part number to support multiple designs.
News from Cypress Semiconductor ( 6 September 2007)
Boundary scan system speeds debugging
User Application Article The XJTAG system has enabled ARM to achieve its ten-minutes-per-board boundary scan production test target, and to significantly improve production yields.
News from XJTAG ( 6 September 2007)
Photonic IC allows faster networks
The ILMZ photonic integrated circuit will allow JDSU to develop smaller, higher performance and more cost-effective tunable solutions that support faster network speeds.
News from JDSU ( 6 September 2007)
Computing acquisition announced
Upon closing, the Tarari team and products will be integrated into the NSPG organisation.
News from LSI Europe ( 6 September 2007)
Processors chosen for audio/video receivers
User Application Article SHARC audio processing enables audio formats such as Dolby True HD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio, and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio.
News from Analog Devices ( 6 September 2007)
Filter array reduces noise on high-speed lines
The TCM2010H is the industry's first array product to incorporate two filter elements into a single chip.
News from TDK Electronics Europe ( 6 September 2007)
LVDS switch suits clock and data switching/routing
The DS25CP104 is well-suited for clock and data switching/routing in telecom, professional video, storage, and automated test equipment (ATE) applications.
News from National Semiconductor ( 6 September 2007)
PMC graphics adapter cuts display costs
Concurrent Technologies' IO PMC/722 supports a variety of digital flat panel (DFP) or analogue CRT devices in single or dual-display configurations
News from Concurrent Technologies ( 6 September 2007)
Seminar examines avionics electronics testing
TTi will use its upcoming seminar to show how the Xantrex Elgar EACS can help to save time and improve reporting in avionics electrical testing.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) ( 6 September 2007)
Signal analyser eases troubleshooting
The Agilent EXA signal analyser provides flexible, scalable signal analysis to budget-conscious engineers.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe ( 6 September 2007)
Adapter supports FTP and OPP profiles
connectBlue provides an easy and cost efficient implementation of both the FTP and OPP solutions in a host CPU.
News from connectBlue ( 6 September 2007)
Korea upgrades RoHS laws
A new Korean law has merged the European RoHS, ELV and WEEE directives into one law. Brochure Available
News from SGS ( 6 September 2007)
Operating system takes advantage of new processor
Integrity PC works with Intel vPro processor technology to perform a secure boot in which the PC hardware, BIOS, and Integrity kernel are measured. Brochure Available
News from Green Hills Software ( 6 September 2007)
Multimedia system suits low-cost handsets
NXP's solution allows handset OEMs/ODMs to deliver rich, multimedia content to entry-level mobile phone users
News from NXP Semiconductors ( 5 September 2007)
Radio edits out advertising
User Application Article Users select a station and the Ripper automatically saves only the music as MP3 files to internal memory or a docked iPod or other USB connected MP3 player.
News from Analog Devices ( 5 September 2007)
Companies collaborate on IP cores
Rambus and Cadence Design Systems' collaboration helps companies speed up the IP integration and increase productivity.
News from Rambus ( 5 September 2007)
Digital media processor extends battery life
The DM355 digital video evaluation module (DVEVM) allows developers to quickly and easily create low-cost portable, digital video devices with HD video capability.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) ( 5 September 2007)
Conference looks at environmental issues
SGS Germany and CandE Recycling Portal have organised the first China RoHS Conference Brochure Available
News from SGS ( 5 September 2007)
Temperature sensors protect PCs
The STTS424 is a stand-alone digital temperature sensor, while the STTS424E02 integrates the temperature sensor with a 2Kbit serial presence detect (SPD) EEPROM.
News from STMicroelectronics ( 5 September 2007)
Semiconductor company signs distribution deal
Sasco Holz will offer the complete range of Zetex analogue semiconductors in a number of Central and Eastern European countries
News from Zetex ( 5 September 2007)
Switches suit low lane and port counts
IDT's PCI Express (PCIe) switches range from a three-lane, three-port switch to an eight-lane, five-port switch.
News from IDT ( 5 September 2007)
Module supports triple-rate standards
User Application Article The GQW200 quad split allows broadcast studio engineers to accommodate 270Mbit/s, 1.5Gbit/s and 3Gbit/s SDI signals.
News from Altera Europe ( 5 September 2007)
Broadband company expands coverage
Pirelli's broadband solutions are now suitable for metro networks in new markets such as Japan and countries in Latin America.
News from Pirelli Broadband Solutions ( 5 September 2007)
Processors chosen for automotive entertainment
User Application Article ADI processors provide all audio decoding and processing functions, communications protocol processing and all control processing for the Audi A5 Coupe's driver interface.
News from Analog Devices ( 5 September 2007)
Design system chosen for GPS ICs
User Application Article eRide switched to Design Compiler Ultra after an evaluation that demonstrated its ability to deliver better results than eRide's previous synthesis tool.
News from Synopsys ( 5 September 2007)
Simulator models system functions
SimEvents 2 allows engineers to develop applications for packet-based communications, supervisory control, computer architecture, mission planning, manufacturing, logistics and other areas.
News from MathWorks ( 5 September 2007)
RF noise canceller improves receiver sensitivity
In a weak signal area a mobile phone using the QNx220 can recover several bars of lost signal strength.
News from Quellan ( 5 September 2007)
Alliance targets solar cell manufacturing
DEK and BTU's new alliance will be officially unveiled at the 22nd European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference.
News from DEK ( 5 September 2007)
Validation support shortens time to market
RapidIO Validation IP allows designers to rapidly test and troubleshoot RapidIO technology.
News from Kozio ( 4 September 2007)
Single-board computer offers high performance
The dual processor cores of the VP 417/03x can access up to 4Gbyte on board DDR2 ECC SDRAM at up to 6.4Gbyte/s.
News from Concurrent Technologies ( 4 September 2007)
Power over Ethernet eases device management
The Ault PW180 controls costs and saves time for OEMs because it eliminates the need for expensive electrical contractors, scheduling and compliance with local code standards.
News from SL Power Electronics Corporation ( 4 September 2007)
DC/DC convertors suit telecommunications
Powersolve's Traco TEN20WIN convertors feature single or dual-outputs ranging from 3.3 to 15V DC.
News from Powersolve ( 4 September 2007)
PoE controller handles power-hungry applications
The LTC4264 power over Ethernet (PoE) interface controller can deliver up to 35W for two-pair systems and as much as 70W for four-pair systems. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp ( 4 September 2007)
Device combines GPS module and antenna
The system provides an almost perfectly hemispherical radiation field and operates virtuallv independently of the surrounding equipment. .
News from Lineage Power Corporation ( 4 September 2007)
Distribution deal reached for display products
MED has signed agreements with Galaxy Far East Corporation in Taiwan and Desner Electronics in Singapore to market its products.
News from MicroEmissive Displays ( 4 September 2007)
Distribution deal reached for RISC/DSP processors
CML Microcircuits UK will supply the Hyperstone range of RISC/DSP processors along with Flash memory-card controllers from September.
News from CML Microcircuits ( 4 September 2007)
Capacitor design prevents surface arcs
The HVArc Guard internal structure inherently enables higher capacitances to be manufactured. Brochure Available
News from TTI Europe ( 4 September 2007)
Products keep LED heat down
The 8940 thermally conductive adhesive tape manages thermal transfer away from the LED into the designated heat sink.
News from 3M Electronic Materials ( 4 September 2007)
Seven-inch computer provides portability
User Application Article The VIA C7-M Ultra Mobile Platform allowed Packard Bell to bring PC power to the EasyNote XS notebook.
News from VIA Technologies ( 4 September 2007)
Electronics companies set up in new regions
The Ukraine, Middle East and North Africa (UMENA) is becoming an increasingly attractive hub for the manufacture of cost-competitive electronic products.
News from Frost and Sullivan ( 4 September 2007)
UK distribution deal reached for semiconductors
Mitsubishi high-frequency semiconductors suit wireless communications applications including mobile phones, cellular and Tetra basestations and Wimax.
News from Anglia ( 4 September 2007)
FRAM device handles automotive temperatures
The FM25640-GA 5V, 64Kbit FRAM is now Grade 1 AEC-Q100 specified, making it suitable for automotive applications under the hood.
News from Ramtron International ( 4 September 2007)
Compact power supplies provide high power density
The ECM100 design features two independent convertors providing fully regulated auxiliary outputs.
News from XP Power ( 4 September 2007)
Chips provide cheap connectivity
Virtually no additional coding or licensing commitment is necessary to enable powerful network connectivity into any product with a microcontroller.
News from Lantronix ( 4 September 2007)
Connector website eases design process
ITT's product specification page also provides information such as tooling, assembly instructions, military specifications and drawings. Brochure Available
News from ITT Interconnect Solutions ( 4 September 2007)
PCB company launches procurement service
Supply chain veteran Kirk Knudsen has been appointed Director of Materials at NBS Design.
News from NBS Design ( 3 September 2007)
Trigger box improves instrument performance
When an LXI Class C or GPIB instrument is connected to the Agilent E5818A LXI trigger box it gains the timing capabilities of an LXI Class B instrument.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe ( 3 September 2007)
Module suits high-performance graphics
Avalue Technology's CN896 chipset is fully certified on Windows Vista.
News from Avalue Technology ( 3 September 2007)
Compact power supply provides quiet operation
The Excelsys Xqite has a universal input range, 85-264V AC, over-voltage protection and will operate at full load up to 50C.
News from Excelsys Technologies ( 3 September 2007)
OLED modules provide rapid response
Powertip OLED graphic modules combine brilliant, high-contrast colours with a very wide viewing angle and rapid response time, coupled with a very cost-effective price.
News from Inelco Hunter ( 3 September 2007)
Computing company makes new acquisition
The acquisition of Micro Memory improves Vmetro's ability to serve existing defence and aerospace customers. Brochure Available
News from Vmetro ( 3 September 2007)
Microcontrollers offer integrated solution
Large on-chip SRAM makes the H8/36079LF ideal for applications that require a lot of data handling and calculation such as motor control applications.
News from Renesas Technology Europe ( 3 September 2007)
Gyroscope improves GPS accuracy
u-blox' dead reckoning solution, powered by the LEA-4R dead reckoning GPS module, is suitable for applications that require continuous positioning.
News from u-blox ( 3 September 2007)
Event encourages Scottish entrepeneurs
Young technology companies attending Open Doors 2007 will be able to book one-to-one meetings with key decision makers
News from Innovation Centres Scotland (ICS) ( 3 September 2007)
Instrument company receives training certification
To achieve IET certification, Link Microtek's personnel and procedures had to undergo rigorous vetting.
News from Link Microtek ( 3 September 2007)
Event brings together Scottish companies
Open Doors will see decision makers from the nine partner firms host one-to-one sessions with participating Scottish businesses.
News from Innovation Centres Scotland (ICS) ( 3 September 2007)
Connector cuts space required
The Molex LPH connector is available with four to 10 power blades and 12 to 40 signal contacts to match individual system requirements.
News from Molex UK ( 3 September 2007)
DC/DC convertors offer high efficiency
The iQE family is compatible with all cooling strategies, including contact, convection and forced air, with an operating temperature range of -40C to +125C. Brochure Available
News from Lambda ( 3 September 2007)
Lighting distribution deal reached
By distributing JKL's lighting products, Waldom will be servicing customers in a variety of markets with incandescent, LED, CCFL and inverter lamps.
News from Waldom Electronics ( 3 September 2007)
Company extends software distribution
Arrow will offer customers in the UK and Ireland the full range of Windows Embedded software.
News from Arrow Electronics (UK) ( 3 September 2007)
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