News releases on Electronicstalk categorised by date
Sunday 30 March
to Saturday 5 April 2008
LED driver scales up to big displays
16-channel LED driver is easy to cascade for larger-scale display applications.
News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe ( 4 April 2008)
External supplies star in energy efficiency drive
Single-output external switchers meet the most stringent requirements for power efficiency and no-load consumption.
News from SL Power Electronics Corporation ( 4 April 2008)
Optocouplers offer analogue and digital options
UL- and VDE-certified optocouplers provide total electrical isolation for a wide range of applications.
News from Optek Technology ( 4 April 2008)
Terminal carriers come in custom configurations
Peel-A-Way carriers can be easily removed after soldering for complete visibility or left in place for added stability.
News from Advanced Interconnections Corp ( 4 April 2008)
Wideband DAC synthesises outputs to 2GHz
High-performance 12bit D/A convertor is optimised for direct digital synthesis of high-frequency and wideband signals in the first Nyquist zone.
News from Maxim Integrated Products ( 4 April 2008)
Generators produce more realistic waveforms
AWGs can achieve modulation bandwidths of 1GHz at high frequency up to 44GHz for authentic signal simulations for IF and RF subsystem testing.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe ( 4 April 2008)
Fibre connector is rugged LC for industry
Robust LC connector extends the low-loss, high-performance optical characteristics of the standard LC design to severe environments. Brochure Available
News from ITT Interconnect Solutions ( 4 April 2008)
Compact board spec set for standardisation
Standardisation of the Pico-ITX form factor will drive the x86 platform into ever smaller systems and whole new embedded device categories.
News from VIA Technologies ( 4 April 2008)
Snap action switches promise long lifespan
Sealed subminiature single-pole double-throw snap-action switches are dust- and splashproof and handle up to 3A at 125V AC.
News from C+K Components ( 4 April 2008)
Avago adopts nonvolatile memory technology
Production proven in more than 800 million units shipped, Aeon memory cores have been proven in some of the world's highest volume applications.
News from Impinj ( 4 April 2008)
MOSFET drivers provide rugged design
High-voltage high- and low-side drivers are specified over a wide temperature range, and target low- to mid-power applications
News from ON Semiconductor ( 4 April 2008)
TCXO takes up half the space
Smaller, lower power oscillator makes no compromise on performance, offering enhanced frequency stability and superb phase noise.
News from Aspen Electronics ( 4 April 2008)
Industrial supply saves space on the DIN rail
DIN-rail-mounting power supply replaces control transformers commonly used for low-power control voltages where a neutral wire is not available.
News from Puls UK ( 4 April 2008)
Multistandard demodulators save space in receivers
Digital video demodulators support DVB-T, DVB-C and fixed reception DVB-H TV standards in a single chip.
News from Silicon Laboratories ( 4 April 2008)
DC switching supplies offer high power density
TS Series power supplies are current fed, and are more tolerant to abusive loads than conventional switching power supplies.
News from Telonic Instruments ( 4 April 2008)
Platform promotes mobile Internet device design
The Peartree development platform is based on the Intel Atom processor family. Brochure Available
News from Direct Insight ( 4 April 2008)
LED modules come with full design support
Modular system includes all elements required to implement an LED-based lighting product, and so designers only need to connect the devices to the appropriate power source. Brochure Available
News from CML Innovative Technologies ( 4 April 2008)
Thermal interface materials available from stock
All Bergquist products available from Rapid electronics provide exceptional levels of performance and thermal conductivity. Brochure Available
News from Rapid Electronics ( 4 April 2008)
Planar splitters are made for fibre to the home
Splitter devices are guaranteed for both indoor and outdoor applications, and are qualified to Telcordia GR-1221-Core and GR-1209-Core specifications.
News from Ridgemount Technologies ( 4 April 2008)
Piezo switches are sealed to the highest levels
Piezo switches sealed to IP69K can be used in equipment designed for areas that are regularly disinfected or cleaned using high-pressure cleaners. Brochure Available
News from Schurter Input Systems ( 4 April 2008)
Power chip manages charging and load at once
Instant-on operation ensures system load power even with a dead or missing battery. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp ( 4 April 2008)
CCFL controller makes backlighting simple
Supporting both push-pull and half-bridge drive schemes, the DS3991 converts a low-voltage DC supply to the high-voltage AC waveform required to power CCFLs.
News from Maxim Integrated Products ( 3 April 2008)
Image sensor provides security with little light
User Application Article Day/night IP security camera makes use of the low-light performance of the OV7725 VGA image sensor.
News from OmniVision ( 3 April 2008)
Distributor adds value in wiring market
IS-Rayfast acts as a value-added distributor for Tyco Electronics' wire, harnessing, protection, identification and labelling products. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics UK ( 3 April 2008)
Intel processor enables board power cut
The ECX form factor PEB-2736 is specifically designed to operate with a very low power consumption of less than 10W at full loading.
News from Portwell Technology ( 3 April 2008)
Carrier board enables express evaluation
The Kontron ETXexpress UGM Evalboard is designed for use with all available UGM and COM Express modules and offers the complete feature list of both specifications.
News from Kontron UK ( 3 April 2008)
Buffer memory supports serial switch fabrics
The MM-6171 is a rugged COTS product providing 2 to 4Gbyte of high speed buffer memory. Brochure Available
News from Vmetro ( 3 April 2008)
COM Express module houses the mighty Atom
The Congatec-CA COM Express module is designed for low power consumption, and the module features a typical power drain of less than 5W.
News from Congatec ( 3 April 2008)
Novel laminate increases PCB capacitance density
Offers 90x the capacitance density of ZBC2000, the industry market-leading capacitance material, in a thinner construction than a standard 4mil dielectric power ground layer.
News from Sanmina-SCI Corporation ( 3 April 2008)
Miniature IR LEDs promise longer life
OP180 and OP280 Series IR LEDs are ideal for noncontact position sensing, datum detection, machine automation, and optical encoding applications.
News from Optek Technology ( 3 April 2008)
Nanominiature connectors cut UAV payload
High quality connectors are used in cameras, sensors and detectors on UAVs, as well as in navigation, propulsion and various weapons systems.
News from Omnetics Connector Corp ( 3 April 2008)
PCI Express endpoint controller runs on FPGAs
The DesignWare LE IP for PCIe is a cost-effective solution that provides innovative ease-of-use features to simplify the complexities of transitioning to PCI Express.
News from Synopsys ( 3 April 2008)
Probes promise faster RF testing
Probe card cuts the cost of high-volume wafer testing of RF filters and switches by offering superior probe performance and longer life at a lower cost.
News from Cascade Microtech ( 3 April 2008)
Array devices run improved MPEG-2 encoder
Enhanced core supports full 4:2:2 colour space, 1080i/720p resolution encoding and optional MPEG-2, Part 1 compliant transport stream encoding.
News from MathStar ( 3 April 2008)
Solid-state drives are made with MLC Flash
Toshiba SSDs achieve overall PC benchmark scores better than 5400 and 7200rev/min HDDs and comparable to selected SATA SLC NAND SSDs.
News from Toshiba Electronics Europe ( 3 April 2008)
Spred-spectrum IC keeps USB devices quiet
Designers and systems engineers now have the option of using spread spectrum clocking to reduce electromagnetic interference in USB devices.
News from PulseCore Semiconductor ( 3 April 2008)
Fans produce more airflow under pressure
Improved venturi design and the use of a higher-specification motor enable DC fan to boost airflow and static pressure.
News from Aerco ( 3 April 2008)
Classy cases from a new source
Diplomat cases are equally suitable for use during system development and as a housing for production status units.
News from Verotec ( 3 April 2008)
Processor and controller slash mobile power
The new Intel Atom processor works with a single-chip device with integrated graphics called the Intel System Controller Hub that enables PC-like capabilities.
News from Intel Corporation ( 3 April 2008)
Atom-based platform brings desktop to the hand
Designed specifically for battery operated handheld devices, InHand's Atom-based mobile product will be one of the smallest, full function systems available.
News from InHand Electronics ( 3 April 2008)
Digital pot is simple alternative
Housed in a small, SOT-23, 8-lead package, the new CAT5128 digital potentiometer is ideal for a wide range of control and calibration applications.
News from Catalyst Semiconductor ( 3 April 2008)
Digital media chipsets cut down to one device
The VIA VX800 Series of digital media IGP chipsets features the latest video, graphics and connectivity performance in a single chip measuring just 33 x 33mm.
News from VIA Technologies ( 3 April 2008)
High-temperature capacitors hit the road
MLCCs offer a wider than normal operating temperature range and reduced temperature response to enable designs targeted at harsh environments such as automotive.
News from TDK Electronics Europe ( 3 April 2008)
LED driver doubles handset flashes
Device drives one or two high-current LEDs in series in handheld devices such as mobile phones, PDAs, smartphones, portable scanners and medical strobe lights.
News from National Semiconductor ( 3 April 2008)
Graphics cores enhance Atom-based systems
User Application Article Graphics and video technologies enable the user to enjoy a richer Internet multimedia experience while consuming low power.
News from Imagination Technologies ( 3 April 2008)
GPS module has impeccable timing
The LEA-5T is a cost-efficient, compact and easy-to-integrate solution ideally suited for telecomms network synchronisation.
News from u-blox ( 3 April 2008)
Multiprocessor core incorporates multithreading
The 1004K core optimises CPU performance on a shared memory system, enabling multiple functions and applications to be implemented in a single product.
News from MIPS Technologies ( 2 April 2008)
FPGA support provides productivity boost
The Virtex-5 FXT platform comes with up to two PowerPC 440 processor blocks, a DSP and high-speed serial capabilities to deliver a comprehensive system integration platform
News from Synplicity ( 2 April 2008)
Algorithm deal boosts real-time audio transmission
User Application Article The AAC-ELD algorithm allows full-fidelity, high-quality audio transmission at a data rate that easily fits into satellite and 3G wireless upload channels
News from Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS ( 2 April 2008)
ADSL2+ chipset cuts system complexity
The TC3162LEH integrates a 10/100Base-TX fast Ethernet MAC and transceiver with auto-negotiation function and provides Quad-IO SPI flash, which enables faster boot up.
News from TrendChip Technologies ( 2 April 2008)
Card provides 50Msample/s radar monitoring
A radar pulse can be recorded at the same time as the azimuth on every clock pulse, which at 50Msample/s is a 20ns repeat period.
News from Dataquest Solutions ( 2 April 2008)
Windows Embedded port suits low-cost peripherals
Windows Embedded CE 6.0 BSP for NXP Semiconductors LH7A404 ARM9 processor-based microcontrollers gives users access to low-power, cost-effective peripherals, including an integrated LCD display.
News from Adeneo ( 2 April 2008)
PCB connectors enhance fine-pitch benefits
The Minitek 2mm PCB connection system is one of the fastest growing product lines in the industrial, instrumentation, medical, telecomms and datacomms segments. Brochure Available
News from TTI Europe ( 2 April 2008)
I/O module at the point of interface testing
The Cion Module/FXT114S is highly suitable for the test of nonscannable circuit clusters, peripheral connectors, backplanes and AC-coupled networks. Brochure Available
News from Goepel Electronic ( 2 April 2008)
DSP tool eases complex multimedia design
Synplify DSP 3.6 includes new enhancements to architectural optimisations and DSP synthesis methodology, as well as new IP blocks and capacity improvements.
News from Synplicity ( 2 April 2008)
Convertors survive long-term radiation exposure
Space DC/DC convertors deliver up to 120W of output power, operate reliably through harsh radiation environments, and are available for fast delivery at reasonable cost.
News from VPT ( 2 April 2008)
CMOS image sensor SoC is ready to play
The MC511DB is a quarter-inch optical format 1.3Mpixel (1280 x 1024) CMOS sensor that enables modules as small as 8 x 8 x 5mm.
News from MagnaChip Semiconductor ( 2 April 2008)
Speedy DACs save space in basestations
DAC family offers flexible configuration options to ease design and speed time to market for basestations, wideband IF transmitters, radar and test and measurement equipment.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) ( 2 April 2008)
Complete package for FlexRay evaluation
Kit is designed to provide easy access to FlexRay technology and enable a hassle-free start to development work.
News from Hitex Development Tools ( 2 April 2008)
Tools extend to latest OMAP processors
The OMAP3503/15/25/30 processors are based on an ARM Cortex-A8 core and operate with a clock frequency of 600MHz.
News from Lauterbach ( 2 April 2008)
Modular power platform enables flexible design
VI Brick BCMs provide a highly efficient solution for intermediate bus architecture or point-of-load designs that require multiple output voltages.
News from Vicor UK ( 2 April 2008)
Tiny TCXOs target handheld devices
With a 2.5 x 2.0mm footprint and a maximum height of only 0.8mm the NT2520SA series is among the smallest and lightest TCXOs available in the world.
News from NDK ( 2 April 2008)
GSPK Circuits under new ownership
Acquisition compliments the existing PCB capabilities of the TCL Group.
News from GSPK Circuits ( 2 April 2008)
AOI platform caters for shrinking assemblies
The Agilent Medalist sj5000 can inspect even the smallest 01005 components, with no compromise in speed and resolution.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe ( 2 April 2008)
Emulator is first to support Intel's Atom
uMaster and Asset's ScanWorks platform can help manufacturers identify faults early in the design cycle, improving prototype yields and accelerating time to market.
News from Asset InterTech ( 2 April 2008)
Benchmarks set standard for multicore processors
New suite of embedded benchmarks allows processor and system designers to analyse, test, and improve multicore architectures and platforms.
News from EEMBC ( 2 April 2008)
LED driver handles multiple displays
Multimode charge pump features low-noise constant-frequency operation, automatically optimising efficiency based on the voltages across the LED current sources. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp ( 2 April 2008)
CMOS courses suit management and engineers
Plasma Etching for CMOS Technology and ULSI Applications explains the performance and limitations of plasma processes for CMOS applications and ULSI.
News from IMEC ( 1 April 2008)
Module squeezes large bandwidth into small package
The AMC-D1F1-1200 provides a combination of DSP and FPGA resources, with fast and flexible links to external data and over 256Mbyte of onboard memory.
News from CommAgility ( 1 April 2008)
Software avoids SoC traffic jams
The ability to predict, visualise and alleviate routing problems prior to physical implementation substantially reduces iterations between synthesis and place and route.
News from Synopsys ( 1 April 2008)
PCB service aids new laser development
User Application Article St Ives (Cambridgeshire) based Prism Electronics has used its engineering skills to assist GSI Group , a Rugby-based laser manufacturing company, to break into the growing fibre laser products market.
News from Prism Electronics ( 1 April 2008)
Inspection processors suit wide product range
The T1000 series allows networking manufacturers to use the same development effort across their spectrum of performance levels from entry-level to high-end systems.
News from LSI Europe ( 1 April 2008)
Bridges control UARTs to accelerate serial comms
Devices integrate a complete PCI Express interface bridge with a fully featured multiport, multiprotocol UART controller
News from Pericom Semiconductor Corp ( 1 April 2008)
Starter kit bridges cellular generations
Kit combines compact 2G, 3G and 3.5G pin- and software-compatible modules with all the necessary support circuitry. Brochure Available
News from Round Solutions ( 1 April 2008)
Flash joint venture hits the ground running
Numonyx begins operations in the growing and dynamic nonvolatile memory business with considerable momentum.
News from Numonyx ( 1 April 2008)
Ansys to acquire Ansoft
Acquisition is Ansys' first foray into the broader EDA software industry and will enhance the breadth, functionality, usability and interoperability of its portfolio.
News from Ansoft Europe ( 1 April 2008)
Wireless chip unites Bluetooth, GPS and FM
Highly integrated device will enable manufacturers to develop affordable high-performance handsets with GPS capabilities for the large mid-tier market.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) ( 1 April 2008)
High-power transistors take to the air
Microsemi transistors incorporate an internal pre-match, which enables them to deliver the best possible performance over their entire operating frequency range.
News from Link Microtek ( 1 April 2008)
Test lab expands into solderability studies
New testing capability provides reassurance for component manufacturers and users by reducing the risk of faults, leading to improved yields and reliability.
News from C-Mac MicroTechnology ( 1 April 2008)
MRAM adds programmability to HMI line
User Application Article 4Mbit MRAM device is used in Siemens' Simatic Multipanel MP 277 and MP 377 human machine interface for industrial automation systems.
News from Freescale Semiconductor ( 1 April 2008)
Eight LEDs in one ease backlight design
Multichip LED devices provide superior colour balance for display backlighting because of the high density of LEDs that can be achieved.
News from Solid State Supplies ( 1 April 2008)
Fanless system is protected for industry
The NISE 3110-P2 is a Core 2 Duo/Core Duo based embedded platform that is capable of supporting two PCI expansion cards in one compact chassis. Brochure Available
News from Nexcom UK ( 1 April 2008)
Processor upgrades handset audio quality
Patented dual-core architecture enables multiple advanced audio algorithms, such as echo cancellation and noise reduction, to run simultaneously.
News from ON Semiconductor ( 1 April 2008)
MCU drops in to upgrade memory
The TK89C668 is designed as a pin-for-pin, code and timing compatible drop in replacement for the original P89C668 microcontroller offered by NXP.
News from Tekmos ( 1 April 2008)
SoC design tool predicts power consumption
Hardware designers can drive Xtensa processor configuration choices to dramatically lower the total clock processor cycles required to perform a given functional workload.
News from Tensilica ( 1 April 2008)
Workbench supports RTOS on ColdFire
IAR Embedded Workbench includes a ThreadX-aware debugger that helps developers view kernel objects during application development. Brochure Available
News from Express Logic ( 1 April 2008)
Measurement receiver expands coverage
Receivers enable network equipment manufacturers and wireless operators' RF engineering teams to effectively deploy, optimise and troubleshoot all technologies in their own networks.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe ( 1 April 2008)
RF module combines position and telemetry
The smart nanoLOC AVR RF module is the first IEEE802.15.4a CSS radio module with precise indoor and outdoor ranging capabilities.
News from Advanced Power Components (APC) ( 1 April 2008)
Mezzanine card boosts network density
The XM 510/x24 provides four network ports in a single-width XMC site on a suitable host board, such as CompactPCI, VXS, VPX or VME.
News from Concurrent Technologies ( 1 April 2008)
Rocket scientists aim for software success
User Application Article Tool suite will assist Orion developers in software standards checking, analysis of code coverage, unit testing and object code verification.
News from LDRA ( 1 April 2008)
FPGAs claim ultimate level of integration
Devices incorporate embedded PowerPC 440 processor blocks, high-speed RocketIO GTX transceivers and dedicated XtremeDSP processing capabilities.
News from Xilinx ( 1 April 2008)
High-voltage devices expand LDO applications
LDOs are ideal for automotive applications where a device is powered directly from the car's battery as well as high-voltage industrial applications.
News from Microchip Technology ( 1 April 2008)
Lithium-ion charger runs from 28V supplies
Device integrates proprietary temperature and constant-current constant-voltage regulation circuitry to eliminate overheating during fast charging.
News from Maxim Integrated Products ( 1 April 2008)
Video servers secure surveillance systems
User Application Article Steelbox video surveillance network solutions can now be specified with Mango DSP's Raven-X2 and Raven-M video servers.
News from Mango DSP (31 March 2008)
Tiny module embeds wireless USB
Design package includes a comprehensive platform for the development of embedded wireless USB devices based on the SDIO interface.
News from Wisair (31 March 2008)
Flying-probe tester tackles boards from both sides
The Pilot V8 has 14 mobile resources fully available to test the UUT, with a full range of in-circuit and functional test capabilities.
News from Seica (31 March 2008)
Boost convertors have safety in mind
Devices have the ability to regulate output voltage even when the input voltage exceeds the output, further extending battery runtime. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (31 March 2008)
Connectors resist shocks and vibration
The XB4A and XB4B's twist-resistant design allows the connectors to be unmated in any direction and they are available in 40 and-80 pin versions.
News from Omron Electronics (31 March 2008)
Custom keyboards survive abuse
A typical TSK set-up consists of the desired PCB layout, connected to an interface card and then placed under the nonconductive, transparent plate such as polycarbonate or glass up to 10mm thick. Brochure Available
News from EAO (31 March 2008)
Debug environment speeds ASIC validation
Isolating the cause of a failing processor driven test is a tedious and time consuming process, as RTL processor models delivered by the core vendor provide little or no debug visibility.
News from Mentor Graphics UK (31 March 2008)
Coaxial flange diverts tightening torque
When a plug is mated to the receptacle, the tightening torque is diverted by the thread system into an axial force that is applied to the reference plane.
News from Radiall (31 March 2008)
Surface mount platform provides speed and accuracy
The AdvantisX lineup includes single and dual-gantry high-speed models with Lightning Head technology.
News from Universal Instruments (31 March 2008)
Clock buffers cut system noise
The LMK01000, LMK01010 and LMK01020's low additive jitter allows system designers to distribute multiple copies of a clean clock, while maintaining clock integrity.
News from National Semiconductor (31 March 2008)
Company receives Microsoft promotion
Direct Insight offers regular training courses aimed at new adopters of Windows Embedded CE and Windows XP Embedded Brochure Available
News from Direct Insight (31 March 2008)
Step-down convertor is made for USB designs
Operating at a fixed internal switching frequency of 1.5MHz, the SP6669 can reach 95% efficiency while providing up to 600mA of output current capability.
News from Exar (31 March 2008)
Lead-free production lines find NEW venue
National Electronics Week will feature two state-of-the-art production lines.
News from National Electronics Week (31 March 2008)
Comms test platform extends to WiMAX
System delivers a comprehensive set of features and functionality that enable WiMAX protocol and performance testing.
News from Spirent Communications (31 March 2008)
Printing system upgrades materials deposition
Enclosed head printing provides exceptionally efficient materials transfer, superior throughput rates, higher process yields, lower material consumption and improved process control.
News from DEK (31 March 2008)
Camera processor shrinks for easier integration
The design of the VC0343 is optimised specifically for the requirements of laptop embedded camera modules.
News from Vimicro International Corporation (31 March 2008)
RF components market in decline?
Report attributes the slow decline in profits to maturing wireless markets, increasing component complexity and more rapid commoditisation at the low end.
News from Strategy Analytics (31 March 2008)
Software defined radio offers fast start on LTE
LTE software can significantly accelerate development of both mobile infrastructure and client devices.
News from mimoOn (31 March 2008)
Panel-mount printer is all-in-one
Thanks to multiple mounting points and a fast and innovative attachment system, the Asteron is simple to integrate onto any panel, regardless of thickness.
News from DED (31 March 2008)
Connectors secure industrial SIMs
Secure high-reliability locking SIM connectors are targeted primarily at the GSM market. Brochure Available
News from TTI Europe (31 March 2008)
Power portfolio kicks off with MOSFETs
MOSFETs are designed for use in lithium ion battery packs and battery modules of mobile handsets.
News from MagnaChip Semiconductor (31 March 2008)
Timing chips are made for PCIe Gen2
Both devices are completely configurable through hardware pins or through an SMBus interface and offer both spread-spectrum and non-spread-spectrum options.
News from IDT (31 March 2008)
DisplayPort receiver rejects interference
Device offers increased digital signal integrity by significantly reducing EMI on all monitor or display device interfaces by using spread-spectrum clocking technology.
News from IDT (31 March 2008)
Manufacturing process improvements in South Africa
Seminar programme "Manufacturing process improvement and optimisation" will run in Cape Town, Midrand and Durban, with world class speakers from Europe and the USA.
News from SMART Group (31 March 2008)
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