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ELECTRONICSTALK
The Independent Weekly Product Information
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Published every Tuesday at 12:30 (UK)
Issue 17: 29 May
2001
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1501 product announcements and technical articles
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* Editor's Message
* Our Top Ten new Products
Selection
1. Low-power DSP cores deliver 100MIPS/mW
2. Bellows-type contacts resist mating stresses
3. Integrated set for digital design and development
4.
Handheld dynamic analyser runs via USB
5. Snap-lock
system secures circular connectors
6. High security for
residential gateway design
7. IP coprocessors provide
flexible search width
8. Super-low-power QVGA colour LCD
is ideal for PDAs
9. Free advice on waste minimisation
10. First fully qualified Bluetooth module
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Laurence Marchini, Editor, writes:
It was not so many
weeks ago that I used this column to praise the Climate Change Levy as
a means for encouraging improved industrial efficiency. What's more, i
even predicted that the British Government's associated Enhanced
Capital Allowance (ECA) scheme to encourage the adoption of this more
efficient technology would actually prove that "Green" issues could
stimulate industry.
Well, the fervour may have dissipated a
little, but I am delighted to reveal that the list of equipment
qualifying for the ECA scheme has finally been published on the web at
www.eca.gov.uk. (Ah well, if it had been published on its due date of
the 1st April, nobody would have believed it, would they?)
Now, that same Government has launched its highly laudable
Envirowise waste reduction programme. And while it is neither the role
or indeed the right of this column to make any form of political
comment in the run up to an election, the concept of any government
seeking to advise the rest of us on how to minimise waste is
delightfully ironic.
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INTERSIL ADDS ARM CORE TO PRISM DEVELOPMENT
Intersil has
licensed the ARM946E microprocessor core for use in its PRISM wireless
LAN product line.
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NINTENDO USES MOSYS 1T-SRAM FOR LATEST CONSOLE
Nintendo is to
incorporate 27Mbyte of MoSys' high-performance, low-latency 1T-SRAM
memory technology in the production of the Gamecube, its new
generation video game console.
MoSys, 24 May 2001
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TTPCOM
TO PUT BLUETOOTH ON MIPS "AT MINIMAL COST"
TTPCom is to integrate
its portable and synthesisable Bluetooth technology with MIPS
synthesisable 32bit cores.
TTPCom, 24 May 2001
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MOTOROLA TO ADD MEMORY STICK TO DRAGONBALL
Motorola is to
license and integrate Memory Stick technology as a new peripheral
addition in the DragonBall best-selling mobile data solutions
portfolio.
Motorola SPS, 24 May 2001
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MITEL
AND IBM LOOK TO SET-TOP BOX EXPLOSION
IBM and Mitel are teaming
up to deliver a new family of SoC solutions designed to help drive the
acceptance of digital TV and digital video broadcasting services.
Mitel Semiconductor, 29 May 2001
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AMPLICON LIVELINE NAMES NEW MANAGING DIRECTOR
Amplicon Liveline
has appointed Mike Wood, a business executive with over 25 years
experience, as Managing Director and Chief Executive.
Amplicon Liveline, 23 May 2001
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GENNUM
AND TYCO TO ACCELERATE BACKPLANE COMMS
Tyco Electronics and
Gennum Corporation have signed a two-year joint marketing
agreement.
Gennum Corporation, 29 May 2001
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1.
Low-power DSP cores deliver 100MIPS/mW
Bops
has released a range of low-power-consumption DSP cores designed to
extend battery life without giving up the high performance required by
the next-generation of mobile devices. "The problem system designers
of mobile broadband wireless devices have to deal with today is the
trade-off required between power and performance: higher performance
typically requires more power", explained Mark Bowles, president and
COO, Bops. "Bops newest cores solve this problem by delivering
100MIPS/mW or more than five times the performance of existing
low-power DSP chips. Ours is the disruptive technology needed to break
the chokepoints that exist today in getting broadband data and
high-quality video onto cell phones, PDAs and handheld personal
computers".
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2.
Bellows-type contacts resist mating stresses
The
P5KF narrow-pitch connector from Matsushita Electric Works features a
novel bellows-type twin-contact structure that resists mating stresses
and offers high contact reliability. This, combined with its compact
dimensions, makes it wholly suited for use in cellular phones, test
equipment and portable data terminals. In its smallest guise, the P5KF
has a profile of just 1.5mm enabling two PCBs to be connected together
in the most space efficient manner.
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3.
Integrated set for digital design and development
Tektronix has announced an automated instrumentation solution that
seamlessly combines many of the company's proven logic analyser and
oscilloscope models, creating an integrated toolset for digital
development and troubleshooting. Obtaining a clear signal is a
significant challenge for electronic designers working on digital
systems because the complexity of these designs can degrade signal
quality. The Tektronix iView package makes it possible to routinely
view time-correlated waveforms from oscilloscopes with bandwidths up
to 4GHz on the logic analyser display, enabling engineers to quickly
track down elusive signal integrity problems in their designs.
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4.
Handheld dynamic analyser runs via USB
Phazer
from Gould Nicolet Technologies is a high-performance, 2-4 channel
dynamic analyser that weighs only 8oz. The latest in a series of
dynamic signal analyser products, the ultra-portable Phazer makes any
USB equipped computer an instrument-quality, real-time analyser.
Designed to address applications such as noise and vibration, modal
and acoustic analysis, servo systems and more, Phazer offers
unsurpassed performance in spite of its diminutive size. Featuring
instrument quality, 18bit analogue to digital convertors per channel,
Phazer offers a typical dynamic range of 110dB on all channels.
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5.
Snap-lock system secures circular connectors
A new
16mm, waterproof, circular connector from Binder incorporates a unique
snap-lock method that provides fast, convenient and safe connect and
disconnect. Now available exclusively in the UK from Quiller
Electronics, the Binder 720 series has no screw fitting or push-pull
collar as used in conventional circular connectors but instead has a
simple snap lock fitting that provides a high level of connect
integrity. This method ensures simple and fast connect and disconnect
and is ideal for applications where quick system set up is required
even in outdoor environments where gloves have to be used.
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6. High
security for residential gateway design
Amino
Communications has developed a residential gateway reference design
with a novel security architecture. The reference design will to
appeal to OEMs who need comprehensive flexibility and future-proof
capabilities as well as a framework for the secure delivery of
services, thereby protecting the revenue stream of services enabled by
gateways. The licensable reference design is suitable for the delivery
of almost any online service.
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7. IP
coprocessors provide flexible search width
IDT has
released its first commercially available Internet protocol (IP)
coprocessor product portfolio that enables up to OC-768 wire speed to
support ever-increasing packet processing requirements. IDT's IP
coprocessors assist network processors and ASICs to accelerate deep
packet classification and packet forwarding in applications such as
LAN and WAN switches, routers and ATM switches in
enterprise/carrier-class networks; core switches in wireless/mobile
networks and remote access concentrators in access networks. IDT's IP
coprocessor product offerings will include a 32Kx72 full-ternary
device, a 64Kx72 binary device, a 64Kx72 full-ternary device and a
128Kx72 full-ternary device IDT's IP coprocessor products, which
integrate content addressable memory technology with high-performance
logic, enable deep packet classification and packet forwarding.
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8.
Super-low-power QVGA colour LCD is ideal for PDAs
A
super-low-power 3.9in quarter-VGA colour STN LCD has been added to the
Anders Electronics range of high-performance LCD modules. Featuring an
extremely slim design, the product is specifically designed for
applications such as palm-sized PCs and any other hand-held data input
requirement, as well as office equipment such as fax machines,
printers, photocopiers etc. Measuring only 76.8 x 103.7 x 5.5mm, and
weighing just 65g, the Nan Ya LCBA7T211M2 is a colour STN 3.9in QVGA
display, with exceptionally high image quality and a power consumption
of only 0.4W (including backlight).
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9. Free
advice on waste minimisation
The British
Government's Envirowise Programme is offering a free service to
companies employing less than 250 employees. Confidential "fast track
visits" are on-site reviews of waste by independent experts in waste
minimisation. These consultants are committed to helping companies
convert turnover into profit. Why buy expensive raw materials, store
them, work on them and then throw them away. It costs money to pay
someone to remove them, pay for landfill and then pay tax on this
privilege.
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10.
First fully qualified Bluetooth module
Taiyo
Yuden claims its Bluetooth module is the first full module in the
world to earn certification for compliance with the requirements of
Bluetooth Specification Version 1.1. The company has certified two
variations of its Class 2 module, one with a USB interface and one
with a UART interface. Taiyo Yuden is currently working towards
certification of its Class 1 (20dBm) module, which will bring the
company even closer to its goal of becoming the world's supplier of
the de facto standard of Bluetooth module. Taiyo Yuden has geared up
its manufacturing facilities to begin mass production of the certified
module this June, and plans to produce one million Bluetooth modules
per month by the end of 2001.
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JOYSTICKS ARE ALL AT SEA
Penny and Giles Controls has supplied
its new JC400 joystick controller to Latitude 52, a company
specialising in the design of skippers' chairs for large ocean-going
ships.
Penny and Giles Controls, 29 May 2001
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CONFRONTING SIGNAL INTEGRITY IN DIGITAL DESIGN
Signal integrity
is a broad topic, one that impacts many electronic design disciplines,
as Dave Ireland of Tektronix explains.
Tektronix, 23 May
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ULTRA-LOW-POWER PLLS GO WIRELESS
National Semiconductor has
announced the LMX23xxU series of ultra-low-power dual-PLL frequency
synthesisers, the latest addition to its family of PLLatinum PLLs for
wireless applications.
National Semiconductor, 23 May 2001
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COMPLETE FAMILY OF IEEE1394 CONTROLLERS
Fujitsu's new family of
IEEE1394/FireWire controllers target the very widest range of
applications.
Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe, 23 May 2001
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POWER
CONVERSION FOR 42V AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS
Silway is targeting the
coming generation of 42V vehicle electrical systems, with a new
LIN-transceiver and macrocell, and 42V DC/DC convertors.
Silway, 23 May 2001
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POWERPC HOST BRIDGES MINIMISE CPU-MEMORY LATENCY
The Tundra
Semiconductor Tsi85x family of PowerPC host bridges enables
communications infrastructure equipment vendors to meet the demands of
greater bandwidth and reduced board space.
Tundra
Semiconductor, 25 May 2001
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COMPACT BRIDGE RECTIFIERS RUN UP TO 1200V
The new GBL- and
GBU-Series bridge rectifiers from International Rectifier are rated
for operation over the voltage range 50 to 1200V, making them suitable
for general use in industrial and consumer e
International
Rectifier, 28 May 2001
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CONVERTOR FAMILY EXPANDS TO HIGHER VOLTAGES
National
Semiconductor has added four high-voltage step-down voltage convertors
to its high-efficiency Simple Switcher line.
National
Semiconductor, 28 May 2001
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DUAL
PACKAGING FOR STEALTH SOFT RECOVERY DIODES
Fairchild
Semiconductor has packaged its Stealth soft recovery diodes in pairs
for improved efficiency with reduced space in switch mode power
supplies.
Fairchild Semiconductor, 29 May 2001
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CATALOGUE DEVOTED TO POWER FACTOR CORRECTION
Epcos has released
a new catalogue of its state-of-the-art components for power factor
correction (PFC).
Epcos, 29 May 2001
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FLANGE-MOUNTED RELAYS ARE SIMPLER TO INSTALL
Omron is targeting
a focused range of applications, including emergency lighting, heater
and fan control, for flange-mounted versions of its key relay
families.
Omron Electronics, 29 May 2001
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ONLINE
WIRELESS LOOP FILTER DESIGN TOOL
Avnet and National Semiconductor
have launched an online tool that allows wireless design engineers to
design, simulate and order a custom prototype wireless loop filter
evaluation board.
National Semiconductor, 23 May 2001
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PCI
CORE GETS OFFICIAL SEAL OF APPROVAL
In conjunction with IP 2001
Japan, Synopsys has announced the PCI Special Interest Group (PCI-SIG)
certification of the DesignWare PCI-X MacroCell.
Synopsys, 23
May 2001
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ONLINE
INTERACTIVE CASE-AND-DEFECT TRACKING
The Answer from Innoveda is
a new state-of-the-art online interactive case-and-defect tracking
system.
Innoveda, 23 May 2001
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MENTOR
LAUNCHES EMULATION SERVICES WORLDWIDE
Mentor Graphics is
extending its system verification consulting offering by providing
emulation services to customers on a worldwide basis.
Mentor
Graphics UK, 25 May 2001
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DEVELOPMENT FOR VOICE AND DATA DSL EQUIPMENT
The latest
reference platform kit from Arrow Electronics simplifies the design,
evaluation, prototyping and debugging of DSL-based equipment for use
in SOHO environments.
Arrow Electronics (UK), 28 May 2001
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FUTURE
OFFERS A COMPLETE ETHERNET SOLUTION
A complete design solutions
package that features all the hardware, firmware, software and tools
necessary for developing an embedded network product has been
introduced by Future Electronics.
Future Electronics, 29 May
2001
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2U RACK-MOUNT TFT/KEYBOARD COMBO SAVES SPACE
A new industrial
rack-mounted TFT display with keyboard draw and KVM switch is
available from Sequoia's Industrial Systems Division.
Sequoia
Technology, 23 May 2001
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CD
AIDS IN STEPPER MOTOR SPECIFICATION
SmartDrive has produced a
CD-ROM entitled Smart Systems that contains a wealth of applications
information for designers of stepper systems.
SmartDrive, 28
May 2001
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WIDER
RANGE OF LOW-PROFILE INTERFACES
Genalog now supplies a wider
range of low-profile interfaces, including one-piece and high-density
items, to complement its full line of micro and standard pitch
pin-and-socket connectors.
Genalog, 23 May 2001
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DIN
RAIL ASSEMBLY ADAPTS PCB-MOUNTING RELAYS
With the market trend
moving away from the PCB and towards the standard enclosure, there is
an increased need for DIN rail mounting of products initially designed
for PCB applications.
Crydom International, 23 May 2001
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TERMINAL BLOCKS OFFER GREATER STRENGTH
Camden Electronics has
launched new 7.5 and 7.62mm pitch standard profile rising clamp
terminal blocks that offer increased strength.
Camden
Electronics, 24 May 2001
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COMPACT PACKET SWITCHING BACKPLANES
The PS4900 Series of
Compact Packet Switching Backplanes (cPSB) from Kaparel support
Switched Ethernet, as defined by the PICMG 2.16 draft specification
and offer high capacity CompactPCI.
Kaparel Corp, 25 May
2001
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METAL BACKSHELLS COMPLETE HOT-PLUG POWER RANGE
Elcon Products
International has introduced a new range of metal backshells to fit
the versatile and comprehensive range of Elcon Drawer high-power
connectors.
Elcon Products International, 28 May 2001
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PLATE
BRINGS SCREENED CABLES DOWN TO EARTH
Tyco Electronics has
introduced a novel busbar termination plate, which provides a neat,
low-cost EMC solution for the termination of multiple screened cables
at a single earthing point.
Tyco Electronics - Wire, Harness
& Protection, 28 May 2001
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HIGH-PERFORMANCE PARALLEL OPTICAL LINKS
High-performance
ParaLink parallel optical links from Molex Fibre Optics help to
increase voice and data transfer speeds.
Molex UK, 29 May
2001
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VIDEO FRAME GRABBERS WITH PC104 PLUS STANDARD
The PX series of
frame grabbers from Firstsight Vision provide a flexible interface for
capturing video into Linux-based machine-vision applications.
Firstsight Vision, 23 May 2001
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POWER
QUALITY ANALYSER ADDS MORE FUNCTIONS
Fluke has introduced a new,
more powerful, handheld power quality analyser offering all those who
work with power systems a complete, single-tool test solution.
Fluke (UK), 23 May 2001
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