Stratos Global Corp.
Bethesda, MD 20817
Mar 03, 2008 Based on Intelsat's Network Broadband Global Maritime Service, OceanVSAT offers continuous communications at bandwidth rates of 128-512 kbps. Automatic Beam Switching system maintains site's Internet session while vessel is underway, and Global Network Monitoring System lets users monitor all remote locations from single monitoring site at any location. It is suited for maritime fleet managers seeking high-bandwidth global data and voice connectivity, regardless of their location.

Tyco Electronics Corp.
Harrisburg, PA 17105-3608
Feb 29, 2008 Developed on LH3 0.5 µm pHEMT process and supplied in RoHS-compliant SOT-26 SMT plastic package, M/A-COM MAAL-007304 and MAAL-007306 have noise figures less than 1 dB across respective designed frequency ranges of up to 3 or 2 GHz. They employ monolithic, 2-stage, self-biased design and operate from one 3.0 V supply. Supplied in RoHS-compliant SC-70 SMT plastic package, MAAL-008550 employs single-stage self-biased design and achieves 0.75 dB noise figure up to 2.3 GHz.

Broadcom Corp.
Irvine, CA 92618
Dec 11, 2007 Manufactured in 65 nm process, single-channel BCM7325 integrates single tuner/demodulator and AVC (advanced video coding) decoder that supports multiple video formats. Satellite STB SoC operates on dual-threaded MIPS® CPU core running at 333 MHz, resulting in over 550 DMIPS of performance. Utilizing 400 MHz clock and 32-bit wide DDR2 memory I/F, product supports UMA and non-UMA memory architectures as well as several interfaces for TV output.

Hemisphere GPS
Alberta T2G 3C4  Canada
Nov 30, 2007 Featuring Crescent® GPS technology, XF100(TM) provides integrated solution for collection of position data on ruggedized handheld computers during entry-level surveying and professional GIS applications. SBAS differential support enables sub-meter positioning accuracy, and Compact Flash adapter withstands field use. Also included, COAST(TM) technology maintains accuracy during temporary loss of differential signal. Maintenance-free smart antenna or optional external antenna are available.

Maxim Integrated Products
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Nov 26, 2007 Model MAX2659 low-noise amplifier achieves 20.5 dB gain and low noise figure of 0.8 dB while maximizing input-referred 1 dB compression point and third-order intercept point at -12 and -2 dBm, respectively. It operates from +1.6 to +3.3 V single supply, consumes 4 mA, and reduces supply current to less than 1 µA in shutdown mode. Available in 1.5 x 1.0 x 0.75 mm, leadless, 6-pin DFN package, unit is specified over -40 to +85°C temperature range.

Tyco Electronics Corp.
Harrisburg, PA 17105-3608
Nov 26, 2007 Featuring variable gain control of 0-5 V and 25-38 dB gain, M/A-COM MAAM-007095-A3GVSA 2-stage variable gain amplifier suits military, space radar, tactical communications systems, and commercial point-to-point radio applications. Matched to 50 W on both input and output, it has typical noise figure of 2 dB with 1 dB compression point of 17 dB. Amplifier utilizes 12-15 V power supply, and can be mounted in either connectorized or drop-in configuration.

National Semiconductor Corp.
Santa Clara, CA 95051-0695
Nov 09, 2007 Built on VIP50 BiCMOS process technology, Model LMP7300 features low-offset voltage of 300 µV, supply current of 10 µA, and supply voltage range of 2.7-12 V for use in 3.3, 5, and ±5 V applications. Low-power amplifier offers adjustable hysteresis and less than 5 µsec propagation delay to enable precise and high-accuracy signal detection. Available in 8-pin SOIC package, unit is suited for precision battery-operated systems.

KVH Industries, Inc.
Middletown, RI 02842
Nov 06, 2007 TracPhone FB250, suited for use in leisure craft and small commercial vessels, is available in 12 in. high dome or 21 in. dome. Designed for large commercial vessels, TracPhone FB500 is available in 27 in. dome or 39 in. dome versions. Antenna systems, featuring common below decks unit and IP telephone handset, utilize FleetBroadband maritime service that provides broadband Internet and voice connections simultaneously.

M/A-COM, Inc.
Lowell, MA 01853
Nov 02, 2007 Featuring variable gain control of 0-5 V and 25-38 dB gain, 2-stage Model MAAM-007095-A3GVSA can be used as low noise amplifier, intermediate amplifier, or driver stage amplifier in communications as well as military and space radar applications. Typical noise figure is 2 dB with 1 dB compression point of 17 dB. Utilizing 12-15 V power supply, amplifier resides in hermitically sealed housing and can accommodate field-replaceable SMA or GPO connectors.

Hemisphere GPS
Alberta T2G 3C4  Canada
Oct 08, 2007 Suited for OEM integration, Eclipse(TM) is based on Crescent® L1 GPS technology that incorporates techniques for reducing code measurement noise and mitigating multipath signals. Users can record and post-process GPS data or choose from differential solutions such as Real-Time Kinematic, OmniSTAR®, and SBAS depending upon application. Along with integrated L-Band tracking powers down when not in use, module features multiple serial and USB ports as well as upgradeable firmware.

RF Arrays, Inc.
Portland, OR 97209
Oct 04, 2007 Model RIF211 provides complete front end capability with power amplifier, low-noise amplifier, and antenna switch. It features power amplifier with current draw of 120 mA while transmitting at 20 dBm output. MMIC includes high gain very low noise LNA (LNA Gain = 15 dB, NF less than 1.0 dB), as well biasing circuitry in miniature 16-pin 3 x 3 x 0.5 mm QFN package. Module is fully matched internally to a 50 ohm output and input impedance.

National Semiconductor Corp.
Santa Clara, CA 95051-0695
Sep 21, 2007 Built on VIP50 BiCMOS process, LMP7731 (single) and LMP7732 (dual) precision op amps provide input voltage noise of 2.9 nV/sqrt Hz with 1/f noise corner of 3 Hz. They also feature 0-10 Hz peak-to-peak noise voltage of 78 nVpp, ensuring accurate signal conditioning while minimizing distortion in low-frequency sensor applications. Bipolar input stages with input bias cancellation circuitry lowers input current to 1.5 nA. Technology supports DAQ systems of 16 bits or greater.

WSI Corp.
Andover, MA 01810
Sep 19, 2007 WSI InFlight® AV-300 series datalink weather systems deliver aviation weather information to portable or panel-mounted displays, with complete coverage and content for North America and Caribbean at any altitude. While AV-300 receiver delivers WSI's aviation weather content, AV-350 receiver adds ability to tune-in radio entertainment. Satellite coverage relays storm conditions with cell height, speed/direction, and USPLN lightning data as well as icing levels and surface analyses.

SWE-DISH Satellite Systems AB
SOLNA S-171 06  Sweden
Sep 13, 2007 Able to achieve satellite acquisition in less than 5 min, Suitcase® CCT90 is based on CommuniCase® Technology, which enables broadcasters, military personnel, and emergency first responders to interchange parts. Unit features one-person operation, intuitive GUI, trouble-free antenna pointing and auto peaking, and military-ready construction. With slide-in cassette, integrated modem can be switched out and plugged into another CCT product to accommodate evolving operational needs.

Texas Instruments, Inc. (TI)
Dallas, TX 75243-4136
Sep 13, 2007 Monolithic, filter-free, Class-D audio power amp (TPA2013D1) features integrated boost converter that provides adjustable constant output power up to 1.5 W in entire Li-Ion battery range of 2.3-4.8 V, making audio output power insensitive to battery voltage fluctuations. Exhibiting 85% overall efficiency, solution generates high output power from 1.8-5.5 V supply voltage without distorting audio. It provides max output power of 2.7 W across 4 W load or 2.2 W across 8 W load.

Broadcom Corp.
Irvine, CA 92618
Sep 12, 2007 Manufactured in 65 nm process technology, single-channel Model BCM4505 and dual-channel Model BCM4506 each offer single-chip, front-end solution for modulation satellite systems. Each model includes four 8-bit ADCs, all-digital variable rate QPSK/8PSK receivers, advanced modulation LDPC/BCH, and DVB-S-compliant forward error correction decoder. All required RAM is integrated, and all required clocks are generated on-chip from single reference crystal.

ND SatCom, Inc.
Plano, TX 75081
Sep 05, 2007 Solution for IPTV applications allows broadcasters and media companies equipping their EB teams or upgrading their ENG vehicles with satellite uplink to produce and transmit live IPTV content. IP data rates exceeding 10 Mbps can be achieved and it allows live video contribution and video streaming based on MPEG-4/H.264. System contains SkyRAY Light antenna subsystem, Antenna Pointing System (APS), and satellite modem SkyWAN® Compact TF.

WSI Corp.
Andover, MA 01810
Aug 08, 2007 Available for use with Multi-Function Displays, portable displays, and Electronic Flight Bags, InFlight® AV-300 series systems help pilots in all aviation segments strategically avoid adverse weather. InFlight AV-300 receives WSI's aviation weather graphics and data service, while AV-350 is capable of receiving WSI weather service and SIRIUS Satellite Radio programming. To promote optimal operation, systems reject any interference from ground-based signals.

ADC Telecommunications, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN 55440
Jul 03, 2007 Offering dual duplex operation, ClearGain DD1900 Ground-Mounted Amplifier (GMA) incorporates fixed-gain, low-noise amplifier and high-performance filters. Without need for tower climbs, GMA improves signal quality by boosting uplink (RX) signal of mobile system. Amplifying full 1,900 MHz band, it consists of amplification module and power distribution unit, providing full compatibility with all base stations.

Supertex Inc.
Sunnyvale, CA 94619
Jun 06, 2007 RoHS-compliant MD3880 is comprised of 4-channel, low-noise amplifier (LNA) and variable gain amplifier (VGA) with 4 discrete gain settings. LNA output is fed directly into VGA, eliminating need for external coupling capacitor. Along with fully differential inputs and outputs, product features low current (0.35 pA/√Hz) and voltage (0.74 nV/√Hz) noises as well as linear-in-dB continuous variable gain control.