ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom - Communication Systems & Equipment

Line Card Access Switch IC suits CPE telephony gateways.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:39:02 -0400

Designed for Ringing SLICs (Subscriber Line Interface Circuit), CPC7508 monolithic high voltage IC features 8 digitally controlled MOSFET switching relays for bidirectional transmission. It replaces pair of 2-Form-C electromechanical relays and driver circuitry, while providing integrated current limit and thermal shutdown protection in each high-voltage switch. Available in 16-pin SOIC package, device offers 3.3 or 5 V logic for switch state control TTL logic level inputs.

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Video Conferencing System offers HD solution for SMBs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:34:10 -0400

Plugging into any HD display, TANDBERG Quick Set C20 includes TANDBERG Codec C20, 1080p30 camera with 4x zoom, remote control, and microphone. TANDBERG Quick Set C20plus features 12x zoom camera and ability to select 1080p30 or 720p60 modes. Both compact, scalable systems can support dual screens for optimized multimedia sharing and are supported by TANDBERG Management Suite. Features can be expanded via software upgrade.

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Video Distributors offer transmission distances up to 1,000 ft.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:33:52 -0400

Suited for distributing video signals to multiple locations, ENFORCER VA-1000 Series are compatible with both color and black and white signals and can be installed at monitor or DVR side of cable run. VA-1102B-WQ 1-in 2-out unit features power pass-through circuit, allowing for excess current and voltage not used by included 12 Vdc power adapter to be used to power other nearby 12 Vdc devices. Dual voltage, 12/24 Vac/dc unit VA-1104B-WQ has 1-in 4-out configuration.

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RF Switches target mobile WiFi applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:33:52 -0400

Suited for use in cellular handsets, personal navigation devices (PNDs), digital cameras and MP3 players, RF5500, RF5501, RF5510, and RF5511 contain single-pole, three-throw (SP3T) switch designed to enable multi-path operation in embedded segment of WiFi or WLAN, consumer electronics markets. Models RF5501 and RF5511 also integrate low noise amplifier (LNA), providing for reduced footprint area with low insertion loss for RF architectures requiring additional Rx gain.

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RF Switches operate in 6 GHz frequency band.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:33:51 -0400

Utilizing Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) pseudomorphic high electron mobility transistor (pHEMT) technology, symmetric SPDT switches operate in multiple market segments, including cellular infrastructure, WiFi, WiMAX, and antenna tuning applications for mobile devices. Models RF3021 and RF3025 are housed in 16-pin 3 x 3 mm QFN package and feature high isolation and single-bit control. Offered in 6-lead SC70 package, RF3023 and RF3024 feature low insertion loss and moderate isolation.

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Preterminated Optical Cabling facilitates fast deployment.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:33:49 -0400

Designed for data centers, high-density LANscape® Pretium® Evolved-Density, Growth-Enabled (EDGE) solutions feature preterminated multi-fiber assemblies, or trunks, with minimum bend radius as small as 5 times OD of cable. Cable can be tightly routed around corners and bends, and extra slack can be coiled without causing attenuation. Interconnect cables offer bend radius of up to 8 times OD, while housings are available in 1U and 4U sizes and mount in 19 in. racks or cabinets.

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Power/Energy Meter features Modbus® communications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:33:49 -0400

With 2 digital inputs and 2 digital outputs, Square D® PowerLogic E5600 socket-based power and energy meter can integrate readings from electric, gas or water meters, or pair with facility's existing energy management system. It is suited for wide variety of commercial enterprises, including office buildings, malls, and transportation hubs. When used with PowerLogic Tenant Metering Commercial Edition Software, meter forms end-to-end automated sub-billing solution.

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SATA to IDE Drive Converter extends life of legacy systems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:33:44 -0400

Seated directly on hard drive, EzIDE offers secure way to adapt computer originally designed for use only with IDE (PATA) drives to use SATA drives. Attachment provides solid, secure connection between SATA drive and existing IDE controller on motherboard and requires no driver or system resources, enabling it to be used with old and new operating systems. Thus this IDE to SATA adapter card may be of interest to companies with legacy manufacturing and robotic systems.

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ISR Video Receiver targets military applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:33:39 -0400

Packaged in standard military-hardened handheld form factor, Model RF-7800T delivers high-resolution, full-motion tactical video to individual warfighters for real-time intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR). Portable, ground-based remotely operated video enhanced receiver (ROVER) accepts video captured by military's fleet of unmanned aerial vehicles. Operating in 1.71-1.81 GHz L-band, unit also supports 2.2-2.5 GHz S-Band and 4.4-5.8 GHz C-Band.

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VCO targets military, satcom, and industrial markets.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:28:11 -0400

Providing single 5 V supply, broadband VCO RFVC1800 is single-placement IC with integrated resonator and buffer amplifier. Manufactured on Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Heterojunction Bipolar Transistor (HBT) process and packaged in small 4 x 4 mm QFN package, VCO is optimized for use in radar, military communications, satellite communications, test instrumentation, and industrial/medical applications.

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CCTV Video Transmitters/Receivers have self-healing feature.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:28:10 -0400

Digital fiber optic video transmitters and receivers with bi-directional data include FVTFVR1010SHR single channel with data series, FVT/FVR4014SHR with 4 video and data channels, and FVT/FVR8018SHR with 8 video and data channels. In event of broken fiber connection, video and data transmission is seamlessly re-routed when system is configured in ring topology. Bi-directional data transmission allows for camera PTZ function to be controlled from any monitoring location.

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CoF Filter Connectors provide TVS surge suppression.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:28:48 -0400

Offering contact counts of 1-600, Chip-on-Flex (CoF) connectors are available in rack and panel, circular and D-subminiature configurations. Filter design features one standard flex per layout and utilizes flexible circuit internal to connector, with chip capacitors surface-mounted on small pad adjacent to feed-thru contact. Tested to MIL-DTL-38999 Series III mechanical shock, vibration, and high altitude DWV specifications, connectors exceed 1,000 cycles of thermal shock per MIL-STD-1344.

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Wireless Conference Phone offers 650 ft coverage.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:28:42 -0400

Featuring rechargeable battery for up to 48 hr of talk time, Konftel 300W provides wireless connection to DECT 6.0, enabling audio conferencing all around office building. Phone includes SD call recording, conference guide to help set up multi-party calls, and OmniSound® 2.0, which provides echo cancellation to optimize quality of phone meetings. Embedded Line mode function enables users to switch between DECT, cell phones, and USB, and combine them for multi-party calls.

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Audio/Web Conferencing Service includes bulk email support.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:28:41 -0400

Allowing users to schedule, customize, and launch online meetings of various types, Conference Center v3.2 supports up to 10,000 email invitations to meet requirements of large web seminars and other high-touch events. Undeliverable email notifications enhance ability for Chairpersons to manage registration and attendance. Participants can be invited to on-demand meetings through readily accessible login information, which can be included in emails or Outlook Calendar communications.

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Fax Server is optimized for storage and memory capacity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:28:40 -0400

Eliminating need for fax machine, FaxFinder® V.34 converts faxes to PDF/TIFF files for delivery via email. It also lets companies use existing email software or web form to securely send, archive, or automatically print faxes. Corporate offices can transmit faxes, over WAN, to remote offices and field sales people, while administrators can view status and history of faxes as well as assign users and reroute faxes for agents who are temporarily out of office.

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Server Console Switch integrates KVM and serial devices.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:28:39 -0400

Starting at 8 ports, HP Server Console Switch G2 is scalable to support up to 256 servers. Device integrates KVM and serial devices into single management console for all servers including blades, network devices, and infrastructure products. Requiring no software to be installed on servers, unit provides true KVM solution for local system management. Using CAT5 UTP cables between switch and server facilitates cable routing and allows field termination of custom cable lengths.

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Digital RF Repeaters provide 5-20 W output power.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:28:38 -0400

Designed for both indoor and outdoor environments, RX Series features 16 channels for GSM, 3 channels for WCDMA, and feedback cancellation up to 25 dB. Units support GSM 850, 900, 1,800, and 1,900 MHz as well as WCDMA 850 and 2,100 MHz. By converting RF signals into digital baseband, repeaters support Uplink Noise Control and Antenna Feedback Stabilization to minimize interference.

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Wireless Intercom can operate in 2- and 4-wire modes.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:28:34 -0400

Along with 25 kHz of modulated bandwidth, Telex RadioCom BTR-80N Narrow Band system offers up to 4 full duplex wireless TR-80N or TR-82N beltpacks per base station. Features include DSP digital processing and intelligent power control, and unlimited number of additional beltpacks can be added in half duplex operation. Transmitter power output and receiver squelch control are both user-selectable, and base station contains RF meter display and AC or DC power input.

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Variable Optical Attenuator has Epoxy-free optical path.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 08:28:14 -0400

Featuring low insertion loss, high return loss and low PDL, PC board mountable variable optical attenuator is used for power control and equalization for WDMs, FTTx, CATV, OADM and measurement instruments. With operating wavelength between 1,290-1,625 nm, unit has maximum handling power of 1 W, and attenuation level from 10-45 dB at intervals of 0.5 dB. Manual attenuator is suited for fiber optic systems.

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Wireless Mesh Network incorporates redundant gateway system.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 08:27:47 -0400

OneWireless R120 features redundant wireless system gateway (WSG) that manages data between wireless field instrumentation and plant's process control network (PCN). Failure recovery feature helps prevent data loss and network can recover in less than 2 sec from any field hardware failure. Each gateway can support up to 100 transmitters, and single OneWireless server can support up to 40 gateways. Network also supports adaptive transmit power control for XYR(TM) 6000 field instruments.

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