Power Amplifier suits mobile WiMAX applications.February 26, 2007 -
Operating in 2.5-2.7 GHz frequency band, AWM6423 comes in 4.5 x 4.5 mm module and supports 802.16e-2005 standard. Integrated step attenuator and output power detector help minimize external component count and PCB space requirements. Based on InGaP-Plus(TM) process technology, RoHS-compliant product offers fully matched RF ports and can operate from +2.9 to +4.2 V power supply. Power efficiency is 20% using +3.3 V supply, supporting EVM of 4% at +23.5 dBm output power for 16-QAM signals.
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Anadigics, Inc.
35 Technology Dr.
Warren, NJ, 07059
USA
ANADIGICS Expands WiMAX Amplifier Portfolio to Include Solutions for Mobile Applications
BARCELONA, Spain, Feb. 14 - ANADIGICS, Inc. (NASDAQ:ANAD), a leading supplier of wireless and broadband solutions, announced at 3GSM World Congress that it has expanded its portfolio of industry-leading WiMAX power amplifiers (PAs) with the introduction of the AWM6423. The AWM6423 PA for mobile WiMAX supports the 802.16e-2005 standard, offering unparalleled power efficiency and high linearity in a highly integrated module package. The company already supplies prominent WiMAX equipment manufacturers with PAs such as the AWM6430, AWM6431 and AWM6432 for fixed-point 802.16d-2004 applications.
With recent investments from such market drivers as Sprint, Intel, Clearwire and Motorola, mobile WiMAX service is expected to roll out in the U.S. throughout 2007. Mobile WiMAX is a technology that offers true broadband wireless connectivity over metropolitan area network (MAN) ranges to support ubiquitous coverage. WiMAX enables data transmission rates which are significantly higher than those offered by today's wireless data services, and with quality-of-service (QoS) features can support multimedia applications, such as high definition video and voice over internet protocol (VoIP). In offering the AWM6423, which operates in the 2.5-2.7 GHz frequency band allocated for broadband mobile wireless services in the U.S., ANADIGICS expands its portfolio of leadership products for WiMAX systems. Additional products are already in development for other broadband mobile wireless systems which use various frequency bands around the world.
"ANADIGICS continues to innovate and offer industry-leading products by leveraging our power amplifier design expertise, advanced technology, and strong industry relationships," said Ron Michels, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Broadband Products at ANADIGICS. "Our WiMAX power amplifiers provide high linearity and advanced functional integration to support high performance solutions for the world's emerging broadband wireless systems, and superior efficiency to increase battery life for a more satisfying mobile experience."
ANADIGICS' highly integrated 4.5 mm by 4.5 mm AWM6423 WiMAX PA module provides an integrated step attenuator and output power detector, minimizing external component count, PCB space requirements, and development costs for new designs. The PA operates with an exceptional power efficiency of 20% using a +3.3 Volt supply, supporting an error vector magnitude (EVM) of 4% at +23.5 dBm output power for 16-QAM signals. Excellent linearity and an EVM of 2.5% can be achieved to support 64-QAM signals by either reducing output power or increasing supply voltage. The PA module offers fully matched RF ports and can operate from a +2.9 to +4.2 Volt power supply.
ANADIGICS' WiMAX PAs are based on ANADIGICS' patented InGaP-Plus(TM) process technology which supports enhanced feature integration and provides superior performance and reliability. ANADIGICS' WiMAX PAs are fully compatible with the IEEE 802.16 and ETSI EN301-021 standards, and are manufactured using a materials set consistent with the European Union's Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive.
For additional information, contact ANADIGICS by phone (908) 668-5000 or FAX (908) 668-5132 or visit the Company's Web site at http://www.anadigics.com/.
ANADIGICS, Inc. (NASDAQ:ANAD) designs and manufactures radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC) solutions for growing broadband and wireless communications markets. The Company's innovative high frequency RFICs enable manufacturers of communications equipment to enhance overall system performance, and reduce manufacturing cost and time to market. By utilizing state-of-the-art manufacturing processes for its RFICs, ANADIGICS achieves the high-volume and cost-effective products required by leading companies in its targeted high-growth communications markets. ANADIGICS was the first GaAs IC manufacturer to receive ISO 9001 certification and is certified to the ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001:1996 quality standards.
CONTACT: Corporate Contact - Jennifer Palella of ANADIGICS, Inc., Tel +1-908-412-5000, Fax +1-908-412-5978, jpalella@anadigics.com
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