News releases on Electronicstalk categorised by date
Sunday 30 December
to Saturday 5 January 2008
Oscillator survives extreme shocks
CXOMHG oscillators comprise a Statek miniature quartz crystal and a CMOS/TTL compatible hybrid circuit in a low-profile ceramic package with an extremely small footprint.
News from Euroquartz ( 4 January 2008)
Set-top box saves money and space
The STi7111 supports H.264, VC1, MPEG-2 and other video standards and includes circuitry to demodulate both DVB-S and DVB-S2 signals based on the STV0900 stand-alone product.
News from STMicroelectronics ( 4 January 2008)
Efficiency research receives GBP10 million boost
The Technology Strategy Board has allocated GBP10 million to invest in collaborative research in areas such as lasers, high brightness LEDs (in-organic and/or organic) and displays.
News from Technology Strategy Board ( 4 January 2008)
GBP5000 grants promote innovation
The latest projects to receive awards include a wearable device for monitoring postural stability in cerebral palsy.
News from Electronics Enabled Products KTN ( 4 January 2008)
Capacitors are approved to new specifications
Procurement departments can now source a far wider range of IECQ-CECC approved surface mount capacitors than previously.
News from Syfer Technology ( 4 January 2008)
Single-stage TV tuner cuts consumption
Highly integrated single-conversion television tuner for ATSC and NTSC applications covers the full 54 to 860MHz frequency range.
News from Maxim Integrated Products ( 4 January 2008)
Suite set to redefine digital board testing
Newest version of kDiagnostics is most significant release in recent years and includes new technologies based on customer feedback.
News from Kozio ( 4 January 2008)
HD TV goes wireless
User Application Article High-definition LCD TV featuring wireless HDMI technology, will be on display for the first time at the 2008 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
News from Pulse-Link ( 4 January 2008)
Eight-channel ADC saves space onboard
The LTC2308 provides a high level of integration to reduce board area and total system cost, making it ideal for portable instruments and space-constrained designs. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp ( 4 January 2008)
Harvard patent to improve laser designs
Patent licence covers UV laser sources based on the harmonic wavelength conversion of the output of a seeded amplifier.
News from Mobius Photonics ( 4 January 2008)
Hybrid couplers save space in handsets
The LDC15 series boasts a very low insertion loss of less than 0.2dB (typical at 25C), minimising the impact on the transmit signal power.
News from Murata Electronics (UK) ( 4 January 2008)
DC-coupled amp allows sensitive measurement
Laser Components has expanded its amplifiers portfolio with the HCA-400M-5K-C high-speed current amplifier from Femto.
News from Laser Components (UK) ( 4 January 2008)
Flash microcontrollers on a budget
Devices achieve remarkably low unit cost with a simplified feature set, while maintaining the benefits of a robust and proven technology.
News from STMicroelectronics ( 4 January 2008)
Coatings are cost-effective screens
Nickel acrylic paints provide a cost effective solution for EMI shielding problems in a wide range of applications.
News from TBA Electro Conductive Products ( 4 January 2008)
Controller has flexible approach to PSU efficiency
The 80% efficiency of the SiP21301 helps to reduce energy consumption in end products while simplifying the design of DC/DC convertors.
News from Vishay Siliconix ( 4 January 2008)
Active cancellation keeps headphones quiet
User Application Article Innovative ANC technology effectively reduces ambient noise, allowing users to enjoy their music in noisy environments without the need to have the volume at excessive levels.
News from Wolfson Microelectronics ( 4 January 2008)
Gaming platforms suit multiple countries
The AGB model AR-B5600 gaming board uses Intel's GME965 mobile chipset, which supports dual and single-core mobile processors.
News from Acrosser ( 3 January 2008)
Chips improve digital TV quality
The SMS1100 MDTV receiver chips improve receiver performance, richness of features, power consumption and global coverage.
News from Siano Mobile Silicon ( 3 January 2008)
CompactPCI boards meet military needs
Adlink Technology's cPCI-3600 series allows for integration in rugged military applications where high vibration and tough environments are common. Brochure Available
News from Adlink Technology ( 3 January 2008)
Secure card checks user fingerprints
User Application Article Fingerprints' processor ASIC has reduced embedded power consumption to a level necessary to match the card's battery capacity and allow normal use of the card for approximately two years.
News from Fingerprint Cards ( 3 January 2008)
Licensing deal simplifies handheld devices
Denali Software's NAND Flash solution is providing simplified system development and low development cost benefits to handheld manufacturers.
News from Denali Software ( 3 January 2008)
TEM cells test meters and probes
Link Microtek TEM cells have an equipment support tray at the right height for measurement and top and side ports to allow access for cables.
News from Link Microtek ( 3 January 2008)
Embedded database manages heavy traffic
User Application Article Juniper is employing RDM Embedded to manage critical user authentication and access policy management information.
News from Birdstep Technology ( 3 January 2008)
Shielded connectors protect industrial signals
Connectors will help protect analogue and sensitive signals from EMI in industrial Ethernet or fieldbus networks.
News from Binder-USA ( 3 January 2008)
Embedded modules ease networked applications
Rabbit Semiconductor's modules provide a hassle-free way to develop Ethernet and wireless applications around Rabbit 8bit microprocessors.
News from Solid State Supplies ( 3 January 2008)
LED driver powers three bright diodes
The TPS61165 can drive backlight LEDs for media form factor displays up to 9in diameter, such as those used in ultramobile PCs and LCD photo frames.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) ( 3 January 2008)
Seminar to put FRAM on automotive map
FRAM's fast write time and high endurance allows automotive navigation systems to quickly and continuously capture dynamic information without the risk of wearing out the memory.
News from Ramtron International ( 3 January 2008)
Fibre-optic feedthroughs are standard or custom
Standard feedthroughs include FC connectors for single-mode or graded-index fibres, and SMAs for large core fibres from 140 to 1000um.
News from Laser Components (UK) ( 3 January 2008)
Bus buffer links HDMI devices
HDMI-compliant bidirectional bus buffer provides capacitance buffering and level shifting between HDMI source and sink devices. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp ( 3 January 2008)
Programmable devices answer display challenge
Simultaneous display solution enables developers to implement a wide range of exciting handheld capabilities.
News from QuickLogic ( 3 January 2008)
New team expands power management business
ON Semiconductor Corp has completed its acquisition of the voltage regulation and thermal monitoring products for computing applications from Analog Devices.
News from ON Semiconductor ( 3 January 2008)
GPS firmware fixes position faster
SiRFInstantFixII achieves GPS startups in as little as five seconds so that mainstream consumers can begin navigating as soon as they're ready to drive.
News from SiRF Technology ( 3 January 2008)
InGaAs detectors cover a wide range
Judson's extensive range of InGaAs detectors is available in the UK from Laser Components.
News from Laser Components (UK) ( 3 January 2008)
Mobile WiMAX tester sets laboratory standard
Agilent's N6430A PCT solution delivers a comprehensive suite of test solutions for 802.16-2004/Cor2 D3 Mobile WiMAX PCT and development testing.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe ( 3 January 2008)
Dual-output power IC has automotive aims
Power saving modes make the LTC3826/-1 ideal for automotive applications such as navigation systems, where one or both supplies remain active while the engine is off. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp ( 2 January 2008)
Industry defects database goes online
Online database allows engineers to search through a range of defects covering components, printed circuit boards and assembly problems.
News from National Physical Laboratory ( 2 January 2008)
Portable analyser enables audio consultancy
User Application Article Renowned audio engineer Peter Watts reckons the Prism Sound dScope Series III is one of the most sophisticated analysis tools on the market.
News from Prism Sound ( 2 January 2008)
TFT modules are matched with SBCs
Kits for TFT LCDs from 6.5 to 82in can be used in a wide variety of industrial applications as well as medical, ruggedised, marine and digital signage.
News from Display Technology ( 1 January 2008)
Auntie takes audio analysers on the road
User Application Article Surround sound audio meters are installed in BBC outside broadcast vehicles used to record sports and entertainment programmes in high definition.
News from DK-Technologies ( 1 January 2008)
Boost chip powers OLED and backlight
Dual-output boost convertor combines a 2.3MHz PWM LED driver with a low-noise OLED driver. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp ( 1 January 2008)
Audio analyser goes offshore
User Application Article Offshore PCB assembler adopts the dScope Series III audio analyser following recommendation from UK client.
News from Prism Sound ( 1 January 2008)
Audio meter monitors surround sound
User Application Article The MSD600M++ stereo and surround sound meter is proving to be the solution for many of the world's top music recording and audio postproduction facilities.
News from DK-Technologies (31 December 2007)
PoE controller powers up hungry devices
Power over Ethernet interface controller integrates a synchronous current-mode switching regulator for delivering precise regulation and high efficiency. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (31 December 2007)
Audio analyser brings manufacturer into line
User Application Article Briton EMS's decision to invest in a Prism Sound dScope Series III audio analyser was heavily influenced by Link Research.
News from Prism Sound (31 December 2007)
Backplane connectors are easy on dughtercards
The Z-Pack TinMan connector design offers a fully protected right-angle receptacle for use on daughtercards where handling damage can be a concern. Brochure Available
News from TTI Europe (31 December 2007)
Medical swabs are safe for electronics
Swabs feature ESD-safe polypropylene handles, and include dissipative foam and ultraclean microfibre-tipped applicators.
News from Puritan Medical Products (31 December 2007)
Total number of news releases published during the week: 46
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