Evaluation Kit spurs Internet of Things development.

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Jun 17, 2013 SimpleLink™ WiFi® CC3000 BoosterPack (CC3000BOOST), powered by SimpleLink WiFi CC3000 module that offers WiFi connectivity for MCU-based systems, facilitates development of WiFi-enabled Internet of Things applications. Working with MSP430™ and Tiva™ C Series MCU LaunchPad evaluation kits, solution gets designs started for MCU-based applications. SmartConfig™ technology allows one-step activation of multiple devices to hasten their connection to WiFi network.

Piezo Haptic Driver offers realistic HD touchscreen display.

Texas Instruments, Inc. (TI)    Dallas, TX 75243-4136
Jun 05, 2013 Supplied in 20-pin, 4 x 4 x 0.9 mm QFN package, DRV2667 features integrated 15–105 V boost converter, power diode, and 40–200 Vpp fully differential amplifier. Integrated piezo haptic driver for HD consumer, automotive, and industrial touchscreen applications also features I²C controlled digital playback engine that relieves host processor from haptic effects generation. Digital interface and 2 msec startup enable faster haptic effect response time.

Automotive LED Drivers support dashboard applications.

Texas Instruments, Inc. (TI)    Dallas, TX 75243-4136
Jun 04, 2013 Featuring 40 V rating on all outputs, Models TLC6C598-Q1 and TLC6C5912-Q1 are monolithic, medium-voltage 8-bit/12-bit shift registers designed for systems that require relatively moderate load power, such as LEDs. Model TLC6C598-Q1 can power up to 8 strings of LEDs, while Model TLC6C5912-Q1 can power up to 12 strings of LEDs directly connected to automotive battery. Both offer thermal shutdown protection as well as controlled rise and fall times, minimizing electromagnetic emissions.

Four-Channel, 14-bit ADC delivers 250 MSPS performance.

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Jun 04, 2013 Supplied in 10 x 10 mm BGA package, ADS4449 consumes 365 mW per channel and enables receiver systems to support up to 125 MHz of instantaneous bandwidth in small forms, such as MIMO base stations and munitions guidance, or in greater density applications, such as AESA and other phased-array radars. ADC delivers 69 dB SNR and 86 dBc SFDR at 250 MSPS, enabling 4-channel receivers capable of 3G, 4G, and MC-GSM performance for macro and distributed antenna base stations.

Brushless DC Motor Driver spins motors instantly.

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May 30, 2013 With operating range of 5.5–2.1 V, low RDS On of less than 1.5 Ω, and 15 µA quiescent current, 3-phase DRV10963 extends battery life in fans and portable, battery-powered personal health care and grooming devices. Unit features 180° pure sinusoidal outputs and integrated commutation logic, which enables instant motor spin with no code development. Housed in 3 x 3 mm USON package, driver utilizes 16-bit MCU with built-in timers, up to 16 I/O touch-sense enabled pins, and analog comparator.

MCU Software Packages streamline safety application development.

Texas Instruments, Inc. (TI)    Dallas, TX 75243-4136
May 24, 2013 UL-certified SafeTI™ software packages aid design of functional safety consumer applications using TI C2000™ real-time control MCUs. Software is UL-certified, as recognized components, to UL 1998:2008 Class 1 standard and complies with IEC 60730-1:2010 Class B. Able to be embedded in applications via MCUs to help simplify certification for functional safety-compliant consumer devices, packages can also aid in development of consumer applications compliant with IEC 60335-1:2010 standard.

ZigBee SoC fosters wireless connectivity integration.

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May 23, 2013 Integrating ARM® Cortex™-M3 MCU, memory, and hardware security engine in 8 x 8 mm QFN56 package, CC2538 aids development of ZigBee® wireless connectivity-enabled smart energy infrastructure, home and building automation, and intelligent lighting gateways. SoC supports ZigBee PRO, ZigBee Smart Energy™, and ZigBee Home Automation™ and lighting standards, promoting interoperability. Support is also provided for IP standards-based development using IEEE 802.15.4 and 6LoWPAN IPv6 networks.

LDO Linear Voltage Regulators offer ultra-low noise, high PSRR.

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May 23, 2013 Designed to meet requirements of RF and analog circuits, 250 mA LP5907 and 800 mA LP38798 respectively feature power supply rejection ratio (PSRR) of 75 dB at 1 kHz and 90 dB at 10 kHz as well as output noise of less than 10 µVrms and 5 µVrms. While LP5907 comes in 0.65 x 0.65 x 0.40 mm micro SMD package and suits mobile handsets, tablets, and WiFi device applications, LP38798 comes in 4.0 x 4.0 x 0.8 mm WSON package and serves basestation applications.

Evaluation Module provides intelligent display DLP technology.

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May 22, 2013 Based on 0.45 in. WXGA resolution DLP4500 chipset and 150 lumen LED light engine, DLP® LightCrafter™ 4500 helps developers create portable and stationary 3D measurement tools for machine vision and quality control scenarios, medical imaging devices, spectrometers, and augmented reality devices. DLPC350 digital controller brings chipset's more than 1.03 M micromirrors to life, while suite of mini HDMI, USB, I2C, and 24-bit RGB FPD-link ports enable connection with other devices.

Remote Control Kit leverages Bluetooth low energy technology.

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May 09, 2013 Bluetooth® low energy advanced remote control kit enables direct control of Bluetooth Smart Ready devices, such as PCs, laptops, and tablets devices. Also, solution enables Bluetooth Smart devices to configure advanced remote control solution OTA. Pin-to-pin and SoC digital domain compatibility between CC253x ZigBee technology and CC254xBluetooth low energy SoC enables manufacturers to complement ZigBee® RF4CE remote designs with Bluetooth low energy technology.