Kawasaki Microelectronics America, Inc.    San Jose,, CA 95131
Apr 25, 2011 Available in 65 nm and 40 nm process technologies for ASIC integration, burst-mode CDR SerDes PHY chip can lock to upstream data burst at 2.488 Gbps in less than 16 bits. Device is also available as standalone chip for supporting reference designs. In addition, CDR SerDes can be configured to optimize burst-mode lock time in OLT solutions for GPON standards operating at 1.25 Gbps. With high-jitter tolerance of 0.6 UI in burst mode operation, chip suits variety of optical transceivers.

Macro Sensors    Pennsauken, NJ 08110 1334
Apr 20, 2011 While alternatively available with 0-10 Vdc output, EAZY-CAL(TM) MMX Series Mini-Module LVDT Signal Conditioner with 4-20 mA output supports process control and factory automation applications with extended cable run requirements. Calibration can be accomplished in seconds via 2 front panel pushbuttons. Measuring 2.77 x 3.35 x 0.7 in., single-channel modules support most manufacturers' LVDT position sensors with plug-and-play compatibility and can be remotely located up to 100+ ft.

Pepperl + Fuchs, Inc.    Twinsburg, OH 44087 2245
Apr 15, 2011 Comprised of Ethernet communication gateway and backplane, ETHERNET Remote I/O bridges field instruments and Modbus TCP-based Ethernet with data transfer rates to 100 Mbps. Field signals can have intrinsically safe connection for Div 1/Zone 0 applications, and up to 80 analog or 184 discrete signals can be controlled through one gateway. While high transfer frequencies require LWL connections for extended distances, copper lines are suitable for shorter distances up to 100 m.

GAO Instruments Inc.,    Toronto   Canada
Apr 15, 2011 Able to process signals from numerous detectors in parallel, model A0710007 offers sampling rate of 1 k to 40 M with inter-channel phase difference of less than 1°. It achieves ±40 mV to ±40 V voltage signal acquisition and comes equipped with two 40 M, 12-bit ADCs as well as 2 independent programmable gain channels. Memory depth of 4 M/ch can be extended to 8 or 16 M/ch, and included demo source code for common development platforms fosters technical development.

Communications Specialties, Inc.    Hauppauge, NY 11788
Apr 14, 2011 Copperlink(TM) 2353 accepts SMPTE-compliant 3G/HD/SD-SDI input via coax, automatically detects and selects output resolution without any scaling, and converts it to HDMI. If audio is present in SDI data stream, operator can choose one of up to 8 pairs of stereo audio to embed into HDMI baseband signal as well as output on audio RCA connections. Product supports SMPTE 259M, 292, and 424M-2006, and input signal is equalized and reclocked. Also, reclocked BNC loop output allows continuous 3G/HD/SD-SDI signal distribution.

Pickering Interfaces Inc    GRANTS PASS, OR 97526
Apr 12, 2011 Available in 2 different versions based on electro-mechanical relays, Model 40-755 Multiplexer Module supports up to 10 off SP4T RF switches. High-density version occupies 1 slot of 3U PXI chassis and uses high-density multi-way connector that is suitable for switching frequencies to 500 MHz. Using SMB connectors, higher frequency version is suited for switching signals to 1.8 GHz.

SJE-Rhombus    Detroit Lakes, MN 56502
Apr 08, 2011 Featuring Type 1 enclosure for indoor use, C-Con(TM) converts signal from C-Level(TM) sensor to simulate float levels for up to 4 floats. Activation levels can be set and adjusted at box using output dials, eliminating need to go into tank to move float tether points. Simulate button allows testing for proper wiring of outputs. Offering alternative to mercury float switches, box is suited for wastewater pump tanks, confined space applications, and systems with high grease content.

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.    Malvern, PA 19355 2143
Apr 08, 2011 Qualified to MIL-PRF-38535, hi-rel DG408 connects one of 8 inputs to common output determined by 3-bit binary address. This 8-channel, single-ended, analog multiplexer features 44 V max supply rating, on-resistance of 100 W, and charge injection of 20 pC. Enable pin allows multiple devices to be used together to increase number of input signals per application. Offered in 3 military package options, product is optimized for high-speed data acquisition and audio signal routing.

Phidgets, Inc.    Calgary, AB T2M3R7  Canada
Apr 07, 2011 Completely plug-and-play, 1011 - PhidgetInterfaceKit 2/2/2 provides 2 analog inputs, 2 digital inputs, and 2 digital outputs on dongle-sized board that supports USB voltage from 4.75-5.25 Vdc. Respective update rates for analog inputs and DIO lines are 1,000 and ~125 samples/sec. Solution comes with custom 12-wire cable, where wires 1/2/3 and 7/8/9 end with female connector designed to take Phidget sensor cable; other wires are loose. Users decide OS and computer language.

Elobau Sensor Technology, Inc.    Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Apr 05, 2011 Monitoring and evaluating signals of machine safety applications, eloProg enables user to program function of machine inputs using icon-based software to create specific logic to control safety outputs. Base module can be extended to up to 72 safety inputs with total of 8 output signal switching device outputs. Multiple I/O modules include 8 inputs and 2 transistor outputs on main module and expansion modules. Operating from 24 VDC ±20%, unit conforms to SIL 3, SILCL 3, PL e, and Cat 4.

Gennum    Burlington, ON L7L5M4
Apr 04, 2011 Used at each end of Thunderbolt(TM) active copper cables as in-connector transceiver chip, GN2033 allows reliable, error-free transmission of high-speed data. Thunderbolt utilizes dual bi-directional channels operating at 10 Gbps per port to concurrently support data and display over single electrical cable. Copper cables enabled by GN2033 will provide path to utilizing performance and flexibility of Thunderbolt technology for cable manufacturers.

Acromag, Inc.    Wixom, MI 48393 7037
Mar 29, 2011 Featuring 8-lane PCIe bus Gen 2 interface, VPX4810 board routes power and interface bus signals to plug-in XMC or PMC mezzanine module through VPX computer system's card slot connector. Product supports standard IEEE-1386.1 modules and conforms to VPX VITA 46.0, 46.4, and 46.9. VITA 48 option is also available for Ruggedized Enhanced Design Implementation. Also compatible with VITA 65 OpenVPX module/slot profiles, board supports 64 I/O lines (P14, VITA 46.9) via P2 VPX connector.

Synopsys, Inc.    Mountain View, CA 94043 4033
Mar 25, 2011 DesignWare® Data Converter IP solutions include 10- and 12-bit pipeline A/D converters running up to 250 MS/sec, as well as 14-bit current steering D/A converters running up to 400 MS/sec. Both are available in single-channel and dual-channel configurations. Able to process signal bandwidth beyond 100 MHz, units integrate into broadband wireless and wireline communication SoCs and suit WiFi, home networking, and IF signal conversion applications.

Texas Instruments, Inc. (TI)    Dallas, TX 75243-4136
Mar 25, 2011 Supplied in 9 x 9 mm multi-row QFN package, DAC3484 consumes 250 mW min per channel and enables wideband power amplifier linearization of up to 250 MHz. Low-jitter 2x-32x PLL eliminates need for external low-jitter clock multiplier, and other features include offset, gain, group delay, and phase control for system calibration; 2x-16x interpolation; and 2 independent 32-bit NCOs. Wider input bus DAC34H84 or 2-channel DAC3482 are available to support linearization bandwidth to 500 MHz.

Netlist, Inc    Irvine, CA 92618
Mar 22, 2011 Combining ultracapacitor technology, memory performance of DRAM, and non-volatility of flash, EXPRESSvault(TM) delivers data throughput required by cache backup applications without negatively impacting system performance. Plug-and-play solution, supplied in standard PCIe form-factor, features 50k IOPS and 1.3 GBps throughput. In addition to leveraging NVvault(TM) flash backup subsystem controller, it includes PCIe (x8 lane) adapter card with power module unit and Linux reference driver.

Calex Mfg. Co., Inc.    Concord, CA 94520
Mar 18, 2011 Measuring 3.78 x 1.06 x 1.65 in., DIN Rail mount Model 4710 is designed for load cell, strain gage, or single ended analog amplification and filtering. DC powered module contains instrumentation amplifier; 0-10 Vdc filtered output with frequency response of DC to 10 Hz; and 10 V excitation supply capable of driving 350 ohm bridge. Connections are made via screw clamp terminal blocks, and 0-30 mV input makes unit compatible with strain gage based load cell or pressure transducer outputs.

Advantech Automation Corp.    Cincinnati, OH 45240
Mar 17, 2011 Offered as high-density, analog input solution for reading thermocouple sensor data, APAX-5018 allows each of its 12 input channels to be configured with different input types and ranges regardless of voltage, current, and thermocouple inputs. Integrated wire burn-out detection enables each input channel to detect connection status of thermocouple sensors automatically. If thermocouple is not connected/sensed, channels return to configured values to avoid unexpected event occurrences.

CCTV Camera Pros    Lantana, FL 33462
Mar 17, 2011 Provided with power supply and IR remote control, VM-16RT offers 16 channel BNC video inputs, 16 BNC loop out, and 4 channel audio RCA inputs in addition to 1 BNC Monitor, 2 BNC video outputs, and 1 RCA Audio Out. Supported video display modes include 8, 9, and 16 camera/channel grid; single, split, and quad screen view; sequence rotation; picture in picture (PIP); and dual PIP. Compatible with NTSC and PAL video formats, video mux also offers image freeze and selectable image zoom area.

Data Device Corp. (DDC)    Bohemia, NY 11716-2482
Mar 15, 2011 Fully operational over -40 to +85°C range, SB-36350CX series sine reference oscillator PC/104 cards provide transformer isolated 5 VA sine output to directly drive high inductive loads without amplifier. Conformal coated product also incorporates short circuit protection and offers software-programmable voltage and frequency.

austriamicrosystems AG    Premstatten   Austria
Mar 14, 2011 Featuring automatic power-down and wake-up modes, AS5050 operates from 3.3 V power supply and is used for contactless position sensing. Single-chip solution integrates 4 Hall sensor elements, one 10-bit angle encoder, one smart power management controller, and one 3- or 4-wire SPI communications interface in one 4 x 4 mm QFN-16 package. Depending on readout rate, current consumption is reduced to µA levels; typical current drain is 50 µA at 10 measurements/sec.