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Wireless Communications
News Release from: Low Power Radio Solutions | Subject: AeroComm LX
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 22 June 2001
Spread-spectrum family beats Bluetooth
to market
AeroComm has released its complete line of LX 2.4GHz frequency-hopping spread-spectrum (FHSS) transceivers, available in Europe from Low Power Radio Solutions.
AeroComm has released its complete line of LX 2.4GHz frequency-hopping spread-spectrum (FHSS) transceivers, available in Europe from Low Power Radio Solutions Unlike radios designed from chipsets, LX transceivers are agency-approved, ready-to-use modules designed for rapid integration into larger volume OEM products
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 4 Dec 2000 at 8.00am (UK)
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The LX family offers manufacturers a broad array of wireless capability, accompanied by comprehensive RF development tools and support.
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Bluetooth is an industry consortium that also employs 2.4GHz FHSS technology to provide low cost, short-range wireless connectivity.
Highly touted as the next RF industry standard, Bluetooth component designers remain challenged by the complexity, performance and cost targets commonly promoted.
Additionally, many OEMs desiring Bluetooth find difficulty in the implementation cost, compliance, global regulatory demands, and mechanical considerations such as antenna selection/placement.
AeroComm's LX solution, conversely, offers OEMs interested in Bluetooth technology an ideal means of gaining cost-effective, highly robust wireless connectivity now, along with a smooth transition to an AeroComm Bluetooth solution from one of the leaders in spread spectrum technology.
According to LPRS Managing Director Barry Gillibrand: "We are Bluetooth supporters, not Bluetooth bashers, but we recognise the limitations of Bluetooth, and also understand that it will never be suited to certain applications".
Because LX transceivers are based on 2.4GHz FHSS, they are highly resistant to interference and accepted virtually worldwide for unlicensed use.
The LX modules are the smallest and lowest power in their category, ideal for portable and handheld applications.
And with RF datarates up to 244Kbit/s, LX modules provide ample speed for most OEM applications.
The product line's power output starts at 3mW for local uses (within 15m), and reaches 150mW for kilometres of range in outdoor applications or for large industrial facilities.
For even longer distances, or when obstacles block the communication path, an LX repeater (or unlimited chains of repeaters) can be employed to extend range.
All LX transceivers are available with integral strip dipole antennas for applications not permitting external antennas.
Or, radios with antenna connectors are available for use with a variety of agency external antennas.
AeroComm's new LX family is available in Europe from Low Power Radio Solutions.
The company also offers the PKLR line of 2.4GHz transceivers with a complete embedded protocol suite as well as comprehensive sets of LX development tools accompanied by full RF engineering support. Request a free brochure from Low Power Radio Solutions ...
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