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Controller-to-Controller Module supports over 130 protocols.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:27:05 -0500

Available as module that installs in Rockwell Automation ControlLogix PAC or as standalone module for DIN rail mounting, cATM Universal Gateway Data Appliance connects over 50 brands of factory floor controllers and devices to Rockwell Automation controllers, eliminating need to program message instructions between controllers or other devices. Appliance features universal driver to connect to Ethernet and serial devices, and is suited for M2M communications.

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Embedded Radios target government and military OEMs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:26:55 -0500

Operating from 8-30 Vdc, Model MM2-M13 operates in 1.3 GHz band, while Model MM2-MU operates in UHF band at 340-400 MHz. Units provide 1 W and 2 W transmitter power, respectively, extending range of radio to more than 60 miles. They feature receive sensitivity of -107 dBm and 230.4 Kbps max throughput for transferring critical data. Measuring 50.8 x 50.8 mm, radios are suited for weight critical applications such as sensors, unmanned aerial vehicles, and unmanned ground vehicles.

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Telemetry Collar features ultra-thin design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:33:18 -0500

Housing all electronics needed to provide RF link from sensors mounted on rotating shafts, reciprocating rods, or other moving machinery to stationary DAQ/display instruments, Series 2010iUT is capable of transmitting data with signal content from DC up to 1,100 Hz. Embedded rotating loop antenna and induction power converter to provide continuous, non-interrupted measurements. Receiver demodulates signal and converts it to ±2, ±5, ±10 Vdc or 4-20 mA analog output.

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Portable CCTV Test Monitors suit security camera installers.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:33:17 -0500

Portable CCTV test monitors include model MON-LCD4, with 4.2 in. screen offering 480 x 234 pixel resolution, and 1 BNC video input/1 BNC video output and audio in/out via RCA. It features rechargeable battery with power supply for charging. Products are also available in versions with 2.5 and 3.5 in. screens. Monitors strap to installers wrist or arm, enabling them to mount, test, and focus security camera without assistant.

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Automation Appliances connect plant-floor data to enterprise.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:33:14 -0500

Installed in Rockwell Automation controller or used as standalone module, eATM Appliances enable connection of plant floor data with enterprise and plant-wide computer systems via JMS connection technologies in addition to traditional databases. Units are available with adapters that connect to specific business systems and controllers, such as IBM WAS JMS, Red Hat JBoss JMS, JBoss Community JMS, and IBM WMQ. Database Adapters are available for DB2, MS SQL, My SQL, and Oracle.

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Search for suppliers of: Data Communication Equipment & Systems | Internet Appliances | Factory Automation Systems | Automation Components

Wireless USB Transmitter extends PC to HDMI/VGA distance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:33:11 -0500

Compatible with Windows® XP/Vista/7, HDAiR lets users wirelessly connect any USB-enabled computer or laptop to any HDTV or projector via VGA or HDMI. It supports computer to display distances up to 30 ft with HDTV resolutions up to 720p or PC and VESA resolutions at 1,440 x 1,050. Solution can also output audio in 3.5 mm analog and embedded on HDMI output. Both HDMI and VGA output connections are active simultaneously, enabling unit to power up 2 displays with identical content.

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IP Access Solution provides FTTx service capabilities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:25 -0500

Using iMAP 9810 Intelligent Multiservice Access Platform, service providers can deliver FTTx services without risk of blocking. IP/Ethernet networking solution supports IP services simultaneously over copper and fiber infrastructures. Unit supports 1 Gbps, Active Ethernet, and EPON FTTx from any of 8 service slots, as well as copper-based services including ADSL2+ and VDSL2. As mid-mile transport device, iMAP 9810 can be provisioned with either 8-port GigE or 6-port 10 GigE modules.

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Plastic Fiber Optic Amps can reduce wiring by up to 70%.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:24 -0500

Intended for plastic fiber optic cables, SU18 and SU19 Photoelectric Fiber Optic Sensors feature multiple detection modes, selectable timing functions, remote teach capability, and 4-in-1(TM) output. Latter automatically selects NPN light/dark on and PNP light/dark on output options from single sensor. While SU18 series is available in pushbutton or potentiometer adjustable versions, SU19 series offers 4-digit, percentage-of-light-received LED display and glass detection mode.

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Mobile WLAN, Bluetooth IC enhances smartbook communications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:31:41 -0500

Integrating 11n-enabled mobile WLAN and Bluetooth® 3.0 technology, AR6133 Radio-on-Chip for Mobile device enhances wireless experience of eBook readers, portable media players, and smartbooks. It can also maintain Internet connection while connecting to other mobile devices, and up to 85 Mbps throughput lets users share HD video with up to 8 other client devices without access point. Features include on-chip EPA(TM) technology, power management unit, sleep clock, and OTP memory.

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WLAN Chips integrate 2-stream 802.11n designs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:32:40 -0500

Targeting PC and broadband CPE markets, AR9287 PCIe and AR9227 PCI deliver full MIMO transmit and receive performance. Each integrates MAC/baseband and radio transceiver, 2 MIMO power amplifiers and low noise amplifiers, and transmit/receive switch, all on single chip. Suited for mid-tier notebook and netbook PCs, Model AR9287 delivers up to 300 Mbps PHY rates in both transmit and receive modes. Model AR9227 is intended for entry-level and mid-tier DSL, PON, and other broadband-enabled APs.

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Search for suppliers of: Telecommunications Integrated Circuits | Wireless Transmitters | Wireless Local Area Networks (LAN) | Wireless Communication Systems

Mobile WLAN Chip delivers 85 Mbps actual throughput.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:32:40 -0500

Building on ROCm® Mobile Wi-Fi and Align(TM) 1-stream 802.11n technologies, Model AR6003 achieves up to 48 Mbps TCP/IP in 2.4 GHz band in 20 MHz mode, and 85 Mbps TCI/IP in 5 GHz band in 40 MHz mode. Space Time Block Coding optimizes downlink performance to mobile device, while Low Density Parity Check encoding optimizes uplink performance of mobile clients. Employing Packet Traffic Arbitration-focused algorithms, AR6003 can examine contents of WLAN frames to prioritize Wi-Fi traffic.

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Ethernet Data Radio suits long range applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:39:36 -0500

Suited for applications that are too noisy or too great in distance for standard WiFi based systems, SureCross(TM) DXER9 is used to create point-to-multipoint configurations of wireless Ethernet networks with up to 16 subscriber units. Industrial-grade, 900 MHz radio offers 10+ mile line-of-sight range outdoors and wall-penetrating 1500+ ft range indoors. Support for up to 12 access points per site provides total of 192 points, and operation will not interfere with 2.4 GHz WiFi networks.

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E911 Compliance Appliance supports 1,000 phones.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:39:33 -0500

Designed for organizations that must comply with Multi-Line Telephone System (MLTS) E911 legislation, RedBox(TM) delivers fully automated phone location tracking and location record management for organizations with single PBX or call server and up to 1,000 phones. It can make organizations E911-compliant in as little as 48 hr and comes bundled with E911 Anywhere(TM) Network Services, national 9-1-1 call routing, and location update service.

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Marine GPS Antenna offers 5 times/sec position update rate.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:39:29 -0500

Optimized for sensitivity, accuracy, and rapid acquisition times, 5 Hz GS15 comes in 3 in. housing and is compatible with WAAS, EGNOS, and SBAS. Exact Course Over Ground (COG) feature, usable at any speed as well as in tight turns, offers users precise chart synchronization. Fully waterproof unit also includes 16-channel receiver that provides rapid signal acquisition and locking capability, promoting faster start position location and consistent position accuracy.

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Marine Satellite TV Antennas operate in all global markets.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:39:29 -0500

Featuring Intellian multi-band WorldView low noise block module, W-Series includes two commercial 3-axis stabilized satellite TV antennas, t110W and t130W, and two recreational 2-axis models, i6W and i9W. LNB module receives both circular polarized signals used in America and linear polarized signals that are standard elsewhere. In addition, antennas include Intellian's Wide Angle Search algorithm for fast signal acquisition, and Dynamic Beam Tilting signal locking technology.

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Evaluation Kit tests video analytics capabilities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:33:45 -0500

Supporting HD and composite TV input for both live and pre-recorded video, MVE(TM) Multi-Core Video Analytics Engine Evaluation Kit 2.2 comes bundled with assortment of preconfigured videos, allowing users to test MVE's video analytic capability in various indoor and outdoor scenarios, at different resolutions. Embedding entire video analytics event detection application on single FPGA, version 2.2 offers fully configurable test environment for security camera, DVR, and other device OEMs.

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Plenum Amplifier suits commercial/educational environments.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:39:43 -0500

Compact, 18 V, 45 W, plenum rated amplifier/mixer, model PlenumAmp PMA-245 accepts both RCA and 3.5 mm stereo inputs. With independent mixer volume controls for each source, unit is designed for use with data projectors. Built-in noise filtration circuitry ensures clear audio performance. Measuring 5.43 x 1.65 x 4.80 in., chassis features heat-sink to dissipate heat effectively.

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Network Switching Products support MPLS-TP prestandard.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:39:35 -0500

Multiprotocol label switching - transport profile (MPLS-TP) solutions of NetRing(TM) Transport Network product line are designed to overhaul existing mobile backhaul networks, provide Ethernet services, and deliver broadband aggregation applications. Based on latest MPLS-TP technology prestandard, scalable systems are capable of carrying TDM, ATM, SDH/SONET, and Ethernet seamlessly over network. They also enable legacy enterprise services over Ethernet.

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GSM/GPRS Wireless Terminal features open frame design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:39:34 -0500

Incorporating everything required for M2M capability, Terminus GSM864Q intelligent GSM/GPRS control terminal leverages open frame design that facilitates integration into custom/existing builds. Standard and GPS-enabled versions with Python and FOTA capabilities are available. In conjunction with Telit GSM/GPRS modules, product can host and control wireless applications. Intrinsic TCP/IP stack also permits use as stand-alone GPRS modem.

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Low-Jitter Frequency Synthesizers facilitate timing design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:39:26 -0500

Intended for high-speed systems, MAX3671/MAX3673 utilize low-noise VCO and PLL architecture to generate high-frequency (312.5 MHz), low-jitter (0.3 psRMS) clock signals from 62.5 MHz reference-clock input. They offer 9 phase-aligned LVPECL outputs, operate from 3.3 V ±5%, and may be configured through three 4-level control inputs. While MAX3671 simultaneously generates 2 different frequencies for both Ethernet port/MAC clocking, MAX3673 generates outputs for CPRI/UMTS reference clocking.

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