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Fiber Optic Test Kits prevent contaminated fiber.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 07:59:21 -0500

Suited for FTTx, LAN/WAN, and data centers found in cable and telecommunications networks, Fiber Optic Tests Kits provide tools necessary to inspect, clean, and perform power or attenuation measurements on fiber optic connections to avoid network damage during installation, qualification, and troubleshooting. Components include video fiber microscopes, optical cleaning tools, PocketClass(TM) or SMART optical light sources, optical power meters, and visual fault locator.

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HDMI to Ethernet Extender is designed for 1,080P HD video.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:41:23 -0500

HDMI to Ethernet Extender enables transmission of 1,080P HD HDMI digital video and audio over pair of standard Ethernet CAT 5/6 cables. It includes set of HDMI transmitter and receiver which has external power supply that does not require power from HD source. HDMI Ethernet converter features Active Drive and Compensation circuitry that ensures error free video transmission, and typical connection lengths of 300 ft (1,080i) and 150 ft (1,080p).

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Fiber Testing Kit measures power level and fiber signal loss.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 07:37:56 -0500

IDEAL FiberMASTER offers portable, all-in-one solution to measure critical power and optical signal loss on standard wavelength windows, as well as on FTTx applications. It features 5-wavelength power meter with calibration function that stores reference power levels for dB loss measurements. When joined with 850 nm docking light source, power meter measures fiber optic power in mW and dBm, as well as fiber signal loss (dB) at 850, 1,300, 1,310, 1,490, and 1,550 nm wavelengths.

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FireWire Extender uses CAT6 and CAT5e cable.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:30:19 -0500

Working at speeds of 400, 200, and 100 Mbps, Model ST-C51394-250 XTENDEX(TM) 1394 FireWire Extender via CAT5e/6 extends 1 FireWire device up to 250 ft using CAT6 cable and 150 ft using CAT5e cable. Each extender consists of local unit that connects to a computer and remote unit that connects to FireWire device, and local and remote units are connected via Cat5e/6 cable. It supports Plug-n-Play specifications and does not need any software or drivers.

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Test Stand evaluates machine tool covers.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 07:32:26 -0500

Designed to test telescopic machine tool covers, High-Speed Test Stand includes computerized controls that allow combinations of strokes, speeds, and acceleration/deceleration rates to simulate high speed machining centers. Speed is variable up to 1,312 ft/min, and acceleration can be adjusted to 4 G. Accelerated masses with forces up to 1,304 ft-lb can be tested.

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Starter Kit enables wireless trap management technology.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 07:38:29 -0500

Designed for SteamEye® wireless steam trap monitoring system, SteamEye® Starter Kit helps in trialing wireless trap management technology on portion of trap population. It contains all components necessary to begin wirelessly monitoring critical applications, including 4 SteamEye URFC4700 transmitters, 1 SteamEye 4000 Series Gateway, 1 SteamEye 4000 Series repeater, and three ½ or ¾ in. Waveguides. Other components include one 1 in. Waveguide, 2 heat sinks, and 2 insulation wraps.

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Video Transmitter extends PC/HDTV resolutions up to 200 ft.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 07:45:56 -0500

Model AT-DVI40SRS single CAT5 DVI-D extender includes send unit that features adapter like footprint allowing it to attach directly to any sources DVI port, and receive side that is small enough to hide behind any display. Product has ability to learn EDID from any display, which eliminates need to re-sync each time monitor is turned off or disconnected.

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Video Extender uses single CAT-5 cable to extend HD signal.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 07:38:08 -0500

Capable of extending HD signal from HDMI sources up to 200 ft at 1080i or 130 ft at 1080p, Model AT-HDMI40SR Single CAT-5 HDMI extender features built-in video equalizer, which is adjustable through dial on receiver.

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HDMI CAT5 Extenders are 1.3 compatible.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 07:42:57 -0500

Enabling users to view HDMI 1.3 content through Blu-Ray and downloadable systems such as AppleTV, Model AT-HDMI1340SR extender allows lossless transfer of HDMI 1.3 1080p video with embedded Dolby TrueHD multi channel audio over 2 CAT5 cables, up to 650 ft. HDMI CAT5 extender also features ability to extend IR for remote controls from display back to source, letting users control HDMI device such as Blu-Ray player even if it is in another room.

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Analog Audio Video Wall Plate uses single Cat-5 cable.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 07:42:57 -0500

Including Models AT-VGA-SR, AT-COMP-SR, AT-COMPAD-SR, and AT-AV-SR, Powerless Analog Audio Video Wall Plate Cat-5 Extenders utilize Cat-5 cables to extend analog audio and video signals up to 300 m, and do not require any power source. Available in Component, Component with Digital Audio (S/PDIF), Composite with Analog Audio, Analog Audio, and VGA, wall plates facilitate A/V installations in commercial, industrial, and residential buildings.

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Extension Kit supports ExpressCard form factor.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 07:45:36 -0500

Consisting of EC-8560 ExpressCard® and PXI-8565 PXI card, EC-8560/PXI-8565 extends more PXI slots from ExpressCard®-based laptop computer via shielded cable connection up to 23 ft in length. ExpressCard®-to-PXI extension system expands I/O capability of measurement and automation systems from mobile device and offers isolation to minimize effect of high frequency interference from CPU, memory, or chipset of host system on PXI cards. Kit withstands high temperature and harsh vibration.

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Inertial Motion Tracker offers application-specific tools.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 29 May 2008 07:40:23 -0500

Suited for applications relying on data output for orientation, stabilization, or navigation, MTi trackers are available with software and firmware that contains predefined settings for optimized orientation output in specific areas. Firmware of MTi and MTi-G includes algorithms for increased performance under various conditions, and SDK contains MT Manager software tool for configuring, recording, and displaying IMU/AHRS/GPS outputs in real-time.

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Kit tests and diagnoses vacuum-related automotive systems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 02 May 2008 07:58:30 -0500

Designed for one-person operation, automotive tune-up and brake bleeding kit facilitates clean bleeding of automotive brake and hydraulic clutch systems. Piston-style pump features one-finger trigger vacuum release, contoured molded grip, and lightweight non-corrosive PVC construction. Integrated diaphragm-style gauge displays Hg and kpa units and can be read by either right- or left-handed users.

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Cable Test Kit suits Wi-Fi and broadband applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 07:40:29 -0500

Housed in foam-lined impact resistant plastic case, RFA-4028-WIFI kit contains Unidapt RF Cable tester (RFA-4018-20) with 30 universal adapters, including male and female MMCX, N, Reverse Polarity TNC, Reverse Polarity SMA, TNC, BNC, and SMA connector interfaces. RFA-4018-20 coaxial cable tester is solid-state continuity checker that measures for opens and shorts. LED display indicates continuity for shield and center conductor, as well as checks for shorting across conductor paths.

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Inertial Sensors are suitable for harsh environments.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 07:53:20 -0500

Designed for safety critical applications, inertial accelerometer Model MS9000 is available in variety of G ranges from ±2 to ±250 G. Sensor operates over extended temperature ranges with milli G bias stability over extended lifetime. It is enclosed in LCC20 ceramic package measuring 8.9 x 8.9 mm and conforms to MIL-STD-883-E standards required by aerospace and military markets.

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Work Cell targets chemistry testing market.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 07:35:43 -0500

Consolidating chemistry and immunoassay testing targeted to high-volume laboratories, UniCel DxC 880i Synchron® Access® clinical system offers menu of more than 150 different chemistry and immunoassay tests, with 120 onboard. System can process up to 1,440 chemistry and 400 immunoassay tests/hr, respectively. It features closed-tube sampling and closed-tube aliquotting capabilities to eliminate de-capping and re-capping steps in laboratory process.

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Extender Board suits MicroTCA and AMC-based systems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 07:42:19 -0500

Offered as passive extender module, AMC extender card supports all fabric connectors as defined in AMC.x and MicroTCA specifications. It extends all fabric signals and 3 clock lines out of card cage area so Advanced Mezzanine Card (AMC) can be tested or debugged. Plugged into AMC slot, solution features metal frame that holds board under test securely in place. Management and payload power can be individually switch isolated.

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Developer's Kit enables on-site wireless testing.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 08:00:40 -0500

Consisting of Gateway and Node transceiver, SureCross(TM) DX70 provides battery boxes with test buttons and indicator lights simulating I/O to determine application's specific range and response time requirements. Kit also contains 3 white papers that cover basic radio, network, and antenna theory. Delivering I/O across ranges up to 3 miles, network offers bidirectional communications, which facilitate monitoring and control. FHSS protocol and TDMA technology ensure secure communications.

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Test Socket is designed for devices up to 13 sq mm.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 07:14:23 -0500

Available in 4 versions with ratings of 1-3, 3-5, 5-9, and 10-18 GHz, high frequency center probe test socket is suited for manual, high-speed testing of devices such as CSP, mBGA, and Flash, with pitches as low as 0.40 mm. Measuring 1.200 x .840 x .440 in., it provides minimal signal loss for higher bandwidth ability via signal path of 0.077 in. Contact forces are 16 g per contact on 0.50 mm pitch, 25 g per contact on 0.50-0.75 mm pitch, and 25 g per contact on 0.80 mm or larger pitch.

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Center Probe Test Socket handles devices up to 13 mm².

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 07:53:29 -0500

Available in 4 versions with ratings of 1-3, 3-5, 5-9, and 10-18 GHz, socket is suited for manual, high-speed testing of devices such as CSP, mBGA, DSP, LGA, SRAM, DRAM, and Flash, with pitches as low as 0.40 mm. Contact forces are 16 g per contact on 0.50 mm pitch, 25 g per contact on 0.50-0.75 mm pitch, and 25 g per contact on 0.80 mm or larger pitch. Measuring 1.200 x .840 x .440 in., unit provides minimal signal loss for high bandwidth capability via signal path of 0.077 in.

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