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External Wireless Antenna offers 7 frequency ranges.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 07:37:42 -0500

Suitable for terminal, PoS, automatic meter reading, and M2M applications, External Wireless Antenna features knuckle/swivel snap-in or SMA/TNC/RPTNC connector option, allowing for integration into variety of devices. Operating frequencies include 824-894, 880-960, 1575, 1710-1880, 1850-1990, 1920-2170, and 2400-2500 MHz. With 7 bands operating simultaneously, blade-style antenna provides performance across Cellular Quadband GSM, UMTS/3G, GPS, and WiFi/WLAN frequencies.

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Amplifier suits cable set-top boxes and digital TV tuners.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:38:28 -0500

Operating on single 5 V supply, CXE-1089Z GaAs pHEMT Low Noise Amplifier utilizes Darlington configuration and features active bias circuitry, which stabilizes bias current across changes in threshold voltage related to temperature and process variation. Unit features typical noise figure of 2.8 dB, CTB of -79 dBc, and CSO of -66 dBc at 110 channels. Housed in SOT-89 package, amplifier provides gain response of 13 dB ±0.4 dB over 50-1,000 MHz.

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Programmable Gain Amplifier is optimized for DOCSIS 3.0.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:29:58 -0500

Operating in 5-85 MHz frequency range, Model ARA2017 supports DOCSIS 3.0-specified signal levels of +64 dBmV while minimizing harmonic distortion and output noise levels. Linear amplifier features 33 dB of RF gain at minimum attenuation, and includes digitally controlled, multi-stage precision step attenuator that provides up to 58 dB of attenuation in 2 dB increments. Requiring single 5 V supply, device is offered in 28-pin 5 x 5 x 1 mm QFN package.

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OEM Developer's Kit targets Wi-Fi applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 07:38:20 -0500

Equipped with calibrated Wi-Fi receiver and Dynamic Link Library software, Yellowjacket® 802.11b/a/n/g Developer's Kit enables developers to control receiver modules for customizable WLAN surveys, interference detection, and packet traffic analysis. Calibrated receiver measures 2.0-5.9 GHz, covering Wi-Fi, Wi-MAX, ISM, Public Safety, and Bluetooth wireless bands. Measuring RSSI to within +1.0 dB, receiver contains internal 12-channel/satellite receiver for geo-coded site surveys.

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Microwave Amplifier utilizes traveling wave tube technology.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 07:36:21 -0500

Measuring 5.25 in. high and weighing 45 lb, SMC Ruggedized Microwave Amplifiers incorporate Traveling Wave Tube (TWT) technology and feature noise quieting as standard. Products are rated from 400 MHz to 1.0 GHz, 200 W, and suit outdoor mobile as well as fixed applications. Versions are also available in other frequency ranges to meet customer requirements.

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GNSS Sensor suits infrastructure and network applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 07:43:28 -0500

Designed to integrate into any Trimble VRS(TM) network or infrastructure application, Trimble® NetR3(TM) GNSS Reference Sensor uses R-Track(TM) technology to track and stream data to variety of infrastructure software packages running in network center. Sensor supports GPS L2C and GLONASS L1/L2 signals with option to add L5 support. It is suited for differential GPS MSK beacons and integrity monitoring of networks and physical infrastructure such as bridges, dams, and mines.

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Surveillance System suits government and military entities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 28 May 2008 07:50:33 -0500

Warrior Satellite Surveillance System can provide complete observation for satellite surveillance spread over 140°. Allowing in-depth view of spectrum usage issues involved in satellite carriage, system can analyze, manage, control, and archive content being carried on any given satellite on any given transponder in its viewing arc. ARC (archive/retrieval/catalog) Sentry feature alarms and displays status from any satellites being monitored.

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GPS Receiver features 12-channel, surface-mount design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 19 May 2008 07:38:42 -0500

Housed in 19 x 19 x 2.5 mm shielded module, Copernicus II provides position, velocity, and time data. Unit optimizes signal tracking in poor signal environments, and has high-sensitivity stationary timing mode for time synchronization. Compatible with active or passive antennas, receiver can be used in portable battery-powered applications such as Bluetooth appliances and personal navigators, as well as vehicle tracking, navigation, and security products.

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Satellite Ground System complies with ESA's PUS.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 13 May 2008 07:38:51 -0500

Featuring full spacecraft commanding at 64 kbps, EPOCH IPS complies with European Space Agency's Packet-Utilization Standard for satellite control systems and electrical ground support equipment. It includes command verification for immediate and time-tagged commands, merging ECSS PUS report and EPOCH telemetry verification. In addition to satellite housekeeping and diagnostic telemetry format decommutation, system provides database-driven spacecraft event and alarm formatting.

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Hardware/Software Combo GPS-enables handsets and PNDs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 02 May 2008 07:58:17 -0500

Comprised of AR1511 single-chip GPS receiver and companion ORION v3.0 software suite, Radio-on-Chip for Mobile (ROCm®) solution enables integration of advanced navigation functions into mobile phones and Personal Navigation Devices (PNDs). Assisted GPS technology, advanced parallel search, and tracking sensitivity of -160 dBm, along with real-time ephemeris through cellular networks and Internet, enable accurate location determination for standalone and host-dependent designs.

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Patch Antenna receives/transmits 2 frequency bands.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 07:52:38 -0500

Mounted on 63 mm ground plane, single element patch antenna can receive and/or transmit 2 different frequency bands from its 45 mm package. It is developed for GPS using frequencies from 1,575-1,615 MHz (Globalstar) and 1,575-1,621 MHz (Iridium). Also available in RoHS-compliant versions, flat ceramic antenna has low profile and no interference issues to complicate design.

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Choke Ring Antenna is optimized for multipath mitigation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 07:45:06 -0500

Able to track existing and planned Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) constellations, Trimble® GNSS Choke Ring geodetic antenna combines scientific standard Jet Propulsion Laboratories' choke ring design with Dorne and Margolin dipole element. Choke ring's extended ground plane impedes multipath signals that reflect off of surfaces below antenna from entering receiving element, improving low-noise amplification and GNSS tracking.

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Dual-Mode VHF-to-UHF LNA is designed for portable systems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 07:53:12 -0500

Supplied in 6-pin CST package, TA4029CTC low noise amplifier (LNA) promotes performance optimization in portable systems equipped with built-in TV tuner. Pass-through mode allows strong signals to bypass LNA to prevent degradation of received signal quality, while LNA mode amplifies weak signals to improve reception sensitivity. Another feature, LNA shutdown capability, reduces power consumption by shutting down LNA in pass-through mode.

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Preamplifier has -0.06 dB attenuation factor.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 07:37:45 -0500

Designed for NVH powertrain and vehicle underhood testing applications, Model HT426E01 high temperature preamplifier operates from ICP® sensor power, terminating with BNC connector and utilizing standard coaxial cables. With ability to operate to +120°C, it measures ½ in., and features noise characteristics of 4.9 µV based on A-weight scale. Common automotive applications include underhood measurements, near-field measurements on manifolds, and exhaust after treatment components.

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GIS Receiver provides data collection and mapping.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 07:35:34 -0500

Providing positioning accuracies from submeters to decimeters, GPS Pathfinder® ProXRT combines GPS receiver with H-Star(TM) technology, OmniSTAR correction capability, and optional GLONASS capability. H-Star technology enables users to relocate assets in real-time so they can verify data before they leave job site. Able to operate in extreme temperatures, GPS Pathfinder ProXRT includes Bluetooth® technology, which allows cable-free communications to field computer.

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Mobile Antenna Systems target DSNG and VSAT applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 07:35:19 -0500

Incorporating IPOINT auto acquisition controller, Mobile Antenna Systems enable user to acquire satellites in less than 3 minutes with push of button. Designed for DSNG and available in 1.2 and 1.5 M, PIONEER Class antennas integrate with 125 W Ku-Band 1:1 BUC system. ENTERPRISE Class antenna systems come in both 0.9 and 1.2 M, while INTREPID Class antennas are available as portable 6-piece 1.2 M carbon fiber DSNG unit or 2-piece 1.2 M SMC reflector.

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Array Amplifier uses far field noise suppression technology.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 07:36:27 -0500

Eliminating output frequency distortions and other audio artifacts, PowerWise LMV1088 dual-input microphone array amplifier delivers natural-sounding voice quality in mobile phones, 2-way radios, and powered headsets. Offered in 3.5 x 3.5 mm, 36-bump micro SMDxt package, it draws only 1 mA of supply current, and has power supply rejection ratio of 85 dB at 1 kHz with typical signal-to-noise ratio of 60 dB and less than 1% total harmonic distortion plus noise.

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Satellite Communication Service targets maritime industry.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 07:45:48 -0500

Featuring 100% global coverage, Iridium OpenPort provides complete and integrated solution for ship-to-shore crew calling, email, and IP-based data communications. Ship terminal provides dynamic allocation of 3 independent telephone lines and one data port configurable from 9.6-128 kbps. All voice and data circuits can be used simultaneously. Unstabilized, omnidirectional antenna array measures 9 in. high and 22.5 in. in diameter.

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Satellite Service offers always-on broadband connectivity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 07:49:58 -0500

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.

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Tunable Low Noise Amplifiers achieve less than 1 dB.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 07:48:59 -0500

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.

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