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Mobile APIS Solution is suited for CBP passenger screening.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:53 -0500

Charter companies, general aviation, and fixed-based operators can use 3M(TM) Mobile Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) Solution to collect, store, validate, and transmit APIS data for CBP passenger screening. Touchscreen-operated 3M(TM) Mobile ID Reader, included, reads and processes OCR data and communicates collected data via cellular and WiFi. Also included, 3M(TM) APIS Client/Server Software can be connected to any back-end system and supports batch and interactive processing.

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HD Video Filter includes on-chip charge pump.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:53 -0500

Featuring 3 SD channels and 3 ED/HD channels, Model ADA4424-6 provides 0.1 dB passband flatness with no peaking, which is required by 1080p high-definition-compliant media players and recorders. Luma channels feature 4 distinct modes for detecting and cancelling dc-input offset voltages up to 1.1 V. Operating from 3.3 V supply, filter includes integrated charge pump, which allows outputs to swing up to 1.4 V below ground. Output driver features rail-to-rail outputs with fixed gain of 6.2 dB.

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Transient Capture Module provides time stamping.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:52 -0500

Equipped with 16 input channels, Model EX1200-7416 can continuously monitor variety of analog and discrete signals up to 100 V. Each channel has 8-bit DAC that can be independently programmed to set trip level. Model EX1200-7416 also detects transients that cannot normally be captured by typical DMM or scanning measurement system. As part of EX1200 LXI Class A instrument series, module records events with IEEE 1588 time codes to provide precise correlation of event/time data.

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Search for suppliers of: Voltage Comparators | Analog Comparators | Transient Analyzers | I/O Modules

Electro-Optical Encoders enable high-reliability trackballs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:30:02 -0500

Electro-Optical Encoders feature redundant photo-detector and light path to monitor encoder LED light output. Light-intensity feedback is then used by circuit to ensure maximum performance and life of quadrature output. Encoders allow for high encoder wheel resolution as well as durability.

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Interface Module endows Siemens' ET200S with CANopen support.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:27:06 -0500

Plug-in 1SI CANopen extension module brings CANopen connectivity to Siemens SIMATIC ET200S distributed I/O system, allowing integration of CANopen-enabled devices into Siemens Profibus- and Profinet-based automation architecture. Mechanically fitting into standard ET200 system rack, module can be used in combination with all other Siemens modules of ET200S series. Integration into Step7 helps minimize engineering efforts.

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Embedded Application Servers suit DAQ applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:41:46 -0500

Standing 1.7 in. tall, Octavio-HLV and Octavio-ATHM are based on PC/104-expandable Helios and Athena II single board computers, respectively. Fanless units support 256 MB soldered DRAM, VGA monitor, and 10/100Base-T Ethernet. Optional data acquisition subsystem provides 16 16-bit A/D channels with up to 100 kHz data conversion rate, 512 or 2,048 sample FIFO, and auto-calibration. Operating over -40 to +85°C temperatures, systems have rugged enclosure that eliminates most internal cables.

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Synchro/Resolver Interface Boards feature multiple operating modes.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:41:41 -0500

Suitable for rotational position or motion applications, DNx-AI-255 boards are available for use with PowerDNA Cubes and for rack-mounting in PowerDNR RACKtangle or HalfRACK chassis. Each board has 2 fully isolated, synchro/resolver channels with independent ADCs, and each channel offers 16-bit resolution, ±2.6 arc-min accuracy, and scan rates to 4,000 Hz. On per channel basis, product can operate as synchro/resolver input interface or as simulation output device.

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Interface IC offers one connection for charging, audio, data.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:41:40 -0500

Conserving board space by eliminating need for multiple connections, MC34825 Mini USB Interface IC helps create smaller consumer products by offering single mini USB connector for external accessories such as chargers, headsets, microphones, and audio/data connections. Analog IC also lowers power consumption and extends battery life by supporting all-passive audio accessories, and intelligent switching is used to automatically identify up to 32 different accessory types.

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DAQ Systems offer built-in signal conditioning.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:44:53 -0500

Compatible with all DataFlex-1000(TM) and DataFlex-1000A(TM) models, software-driven self-calibrating option provides signal conditioning support and handles most common strain gauges, RTDs, accelerometers, IEPE sensors, and voltage output devices. Available with 16 or 32 channels, data acquisition and analysis systems offer hot swappable storage options, selectable sampling frequency from 1 Hz to 216 kHz, and analog bandwidth capacity of 97.2 kHz per channel with anti-alias filtering.

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CAN Bus I/O Control is programmable via PC-based software.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:31:50 -0500

Featuring IP67-rated packaging and connectors, AX030500 is programmable via Electronic Assistant®, which runs on any PC with Windows® 2000 or higher, finds all devices on bus, and recognizes Axiomatic controls. There are 4 independent analog signal outputs, and analog signals are user-selectable for any range within 0-5, 0-10, ±5, and ±10 V or 0-20, 4-20, and ±20 mA options. Along with one CAN port, features include galvanic isolation between power supply and analog signal outputs.

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High-Speed Digitizer offers signal peak detection/analysis.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:32:35 -0500

Model U1084A is dual-channel, 8-bit PCIe digitizer, with 1.5 GHz bandwidth, which can include Agilent U1084A Signal Peak Detection firmware option that allows real-time acquisition/peak-detection up to 4 GS/sec. Unit incorporates 15 ps trigger time interpolator for accurate timing measurement as well as FPGA for real-time signal processing. Providing data throughput at up to 650 Mbps, 4-lane card includes Windows® and Linux drivers for integration/design into existing measurement systems.

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Search for suppliers of: Data Converters | Signal Converters | Analog-to-Digital Converters

Magnetic Encoders suit harsh-duty rail vehicle applications.

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

Featuring up to 12 channel outputs, MagRes BMIV Magnetic Incremental Encoders deliver data with different pulse rates. Wear-free, non-contact units provide rotational speed data, speed monitoring, wheel slide/slip protection, roll back detection, and torsional vibration detection. Housed in cast iron, IP67-rated encoders withstand dirt, oils, grease, water, condensation, and temperature extremes from -40 to +50°C. They comply with railway standards and offer SIL 2 certification.

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VME/VXS Digitizer meets needs of defense market.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:39:35 -0500

Model SVM4800 builds on modular U1083A VME/VXS base card with analog digitizer mezzanine that includes 2 DC-coupled 14-bit quad-ADCs. This 8-channel, 14-bit VME/VXS digitizer, with more than 300 MHz input signal bandwidth, achieves sampling rates up to 125 MS/sec. Additional analog performance characteristics - up to 82 dBc SFDR, 82 dBc THD, and over 70 dBc SNR - provide effective resolution of greater than 11.2 bits. Mezzanine also includes Xilinx Virtex-5 FPGA with data MUX function.

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Search for suppliers of: Analog-to-Digital Converters

DAC Development Kit Adaptor speeds system prototyping.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:39:30 -0500

Model DKXC5VADAPT-1 provides physical link between data headers on DK86064/65-2 development kits and HiTech Global V5-PCIE2 FPGA prototype board. Featuring 6 Samtec sockets that plug into headers on both boards, it connects 28 matched LVDS data pairs, DAC loop clock pairs, and 2 divided clock signals between both boards. All clock signals are routed to dedicated global clock inputs on FPGA. System allows testing and developing of FPGA-DAC interface.

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Search for suppliers of: Digital-to-Analog Converters | Evaluation Boards

PACs integrate control/information processing/networking.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:39:25 -0500

APAX-5000 series PACs feature CPU module that provides high computing power for HMI/SCADA, recipe, database, and communication tasks and 2nd module that is dedicated for SoftLogic I/O tasks. Devices have 1 or 2 Ethernet bus backplanes, each with 1 expansion slot, with Ethernet cable used to connect expansion port on backplanes for remote expansion of up to 100 m. Scalable systems also include hot-swappable modules and clamp type terminal blocks with resistance to shock vibration.

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Optical Linear/Rotary Encoders offer 1 and 2 nm resolution.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:39:21 -0500

TONiC(TM) incremental encoders feature standard readhead and Ti20KD (1 nm) or Ti10KD (2 nm) interfaces that apply high interpolation rates to achieve very fine resolution. Interfaces combine low-noise optical scheme with optimized photometry and filtering to reduce jitter to 0.51 nm rms. Compliant with various environmental standards, encoders are available in linear and rotary versions with range of high-accuracy scale options.

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FPGA 3U PXI Digital I/O Card is user configurable.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:33:51 -0500

GX3500 features 160 digital I/O signals for specific application needs, and supports expansion card assemblies used to customize interface to UUT. Altera Cyclone III FPGA supports clock rates up to 150 MHz and features over 55,000 logic elements. Unit comes with software bundle that includes virtual panel to facilitate interactive design, debug, and deployment of module.

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Micro Optical Encoder has 5 mm body dia and 1.5 mm shaft dia.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:33:51 -0500

Designed for medical and robotics applications where size is critical, MES3 Series shaft-type optical encoder is available with resolutions of 64 or 1,024 ppr with option of line driver or open collector output signals. Unit features operating temperature range between 0-60°C and max speed of 6,000 rpm. Encoder provides precise position and speed information in motion control systems.

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IP Network Simulator provides real-time simulation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:33:34 -0500

Available with 100 Mbps copper to four 1 Gbps interfaces, IPNetSim(TM) simulates all conditions encountered in real-time, such as network latency, network delay variation, bandwidth congestion, packet loss, and bit errors. Delay times from 1 ms to 10 sec make simulator suitable for satellite delay modeling. Additional features include Bridge or Router modes, command line interface, and remote access via Ethernet management port.

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Programmable Encoders can satisfy specific requirements.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:39:36 -0500

Respectively offering 18- and 30-bit resolution at speeds to 9,000 rpm, AFS60 (singleturn) and AFM60 (multiturn) absolute encoders can be configured via PC or laptop in seconds without external voltage supply. Resolution, zero point or offset, and counting direction can be freely selected. Design also allows 30 mm distance between bearings, decreasing vibration and increasing bearing life. Coupled with Nickel code disc, encoders can determine position, angle, speed, or acceleration.

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Search for suppliers of: Absolute Encoders