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Coprocessors endow mobile phones with advanced abilities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 08:23:51 -0500

Designed to enhance handset imaging and video performance, OMAP-DM515 and OMAP-DM525 respectively deliver up to 12 and 20 MP still imaging capabilities as well as 720p HD camcorder functionality. Features include compensation for backlit and low-light environments, environment-based automated setting selection, and motion-triggered image stability. Coprocessors also offer 8 MP shot-to-shot performance, with 1.4 fps in high-quality mode and 2 fps in burst mode.

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Mezzanine Board adds dual GbE to VME/VPX expansion.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 08:29:10 -0500

Available in air- or conduction-cooled versions, Kontron XMC-ETH2 allows all VPX, VME, CompactPCI, and custom boards offering PMC or XMC slot to be extended by 2 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces that can be individually routed to front or backplane. Plug-and-play board automatically selects data bus, and integrated micro DIP switch allows for manual override of host bus selection. To optimize data throughput, board integrates Intel® 82571 Dual Channel Ethernet Controller.

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Computer Boards expand communications, power capabilities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 08:30:40 -0500

PC/104-sized VL-EPMs-E1 (dual gigabit Ethernet expansion) and VL-EPMs-PS1 (in-stack DC-DC power supply) feature Stackable Unified Module Interconnect Technology (SUMIT(TM)) interface scheme that helps designers add standard and custom expansion boards to their systems. VL-EPMs-E1 features high-speed Ethernet channels and optional wireless functionality via PCIe Mini Card interface, VL-EPMs-PS1 accepts +9 to +40 Vdc input and provides +5 and ±12 Vdc output up to 50 W.

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Pico-ITX Board provides fanless HD video playback.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 08:32:49 -0500

Measuring 10 x 7.2 cm, VIA EPIA-P720 utilizes VIA VX855 media system processor to deliver smooth playback of HD video formats for digital interactive devices. VIA VX855 MSP applies hardware acceleration for compression-intensive codecs, including H.264, VC1, WMV9, and MPEG 2/4. Powered by fanless 1 GHz VIA Eden ULV processor, board supports up to 2 Gb DDR2 system memory. VIA Chrome9(TM) HCM 3D graphics core offers DirectX 9.0 support and 128-bit 2D engine with hardware rotation capability.

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Reference Design Kit facilitates DVR development.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 08:27:33 -0500

Designed to promote system integration, MP-840 RDK includes mini PCI add-in card based on AH-840 processor with H.264 hardware encode. Video capture card includes 4 NTSC/PAL video decoders that convert analog composite video signals to digital data as well as four 10 bit ADCs, proprietary clamp, gain controllers, and 4H comb filters for separating luminance and chrominance to reduce cross noise artifacts. Four audio ADCs and 4 channels of ADPCM audio encode are also included.

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Boards enable PC to control over 1,000 CompactPCI components.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 08:27:32 -0500

Bridge plug-in boards utilize StarFabric PCI bus network to extend PCI/compactPCI bus and connect it to other PCI/compactPCI systems or extension boards, up to 13 m, with data transfer rates of up to 880 Mb/sec. Based on switched fabric network topology, boards convert parallel PCI data traffic to serial format. Available in PCI and CompactPCI card designs, boards can connect up to 7 switches in series and cascade up to 1,000 end nodes.

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DAQ Systems expand wireless options via cellular modem card.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 08:30:28 -0500

Data Station Plus and Modular Controller series DAQ products are available with XCGSM GSM Cellular Modem expansion card, which enables cellular connectivity for range of remote and mobile data management applications without use of external, third-party modems. Card allows complete system integration and control from cellular and Web devices via built-in Web server, enabling users to connect with real-time production data via cell phone and email.

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Mini PCI Express Form Factor Card measures 30 x 51mm.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 08:34:04 -0500

Mini PCI Express color frame grabber card, MPX-885 operates at up to 30 frames/s and supports 1-8 composite, 1-4 S-Video or composite with 2 YPbPr inputs. Based on CX23885 chipset, unit supports NTSC, PAL and SECAM video formats. Color and monochrome video are supported with full end-to-end 10-bit video data path, stereo or mono selectable audio path is 16 bit throughout. Card offers 2 x Giga LAN, DVI interface, 24-bit dual channel LVDS, 802.11 b/g/n wireless LAN and 4 x RS232 ports.

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DisplayPort Graphics Cards offer 1 Gb of memory.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 08:34:03 -0500

With support for independent or stretched mode at resolutions up to 2,560 x 1,600/output, triple and quad monitor DisplayPort cards, Matrox M9138 and Matrox M9148 allow users to drive business, industrial, and government applications on multi-monitor platform. Fanless design eliminates noise, where as Matrox PowerDesk software helps configure and manage program windows on multiple monitors. Low-profile graphics cards offer support for Windows® Vista Aero (WDDM mode).

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Single Channel Cards accommodate HD-SDI input or output.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 05 May 2009 08:29:56 -0500

HD-SDI Master(TM) I PCIe LP and HD-SDI Master(TM) O PCIe LP are, respectively, single-channel HD-SDI input and output cards that support 1080i, 1080p, and 720p standards at 60 Hz and 59.94 Hz rates. In addition to onboard DDR memory-based data buffer, features include automatic standards detection, automatic cable equalization, and input monitoring of CRC errors. Additional support is provided for Linux® or Windows® OS, DirectShow®, and field-upgradeable firmware.

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Video Capture Card integrates gamma correction capability.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:38:14 -0500

HD-SDI Express frame grabber can acquire images from any SD/HD SDI video source and send them to ExpressCard/54-compliant notebook computer at rates exceeding 235 Mb/sec for real-time viewing and storage. It can be configured to compensate for display non-linearity through gamma correction or implement arbitrary transformations for knee correction, contrast enhancement, etc. Software gives full control over configuration and image data remapping.

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Interface Cards support ultra-low voltage applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:38:11 -0500

TAP Interface Cards (TIC) TIC02/LV are designed for low- and ultra-low-voltage applications and also support GTL interfaces. They provide externally programmable voltage from 0.5-2 V, which may also be used to actuate GTL/GTL+ interfaces, and input voltage can be regulated from 0-2 V. Connection of TIC to TAP transceiver is differential, promoting safe data transfer over distances up to several meters with TCK frequencies to 80 MHz without any loss of performance.

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Mobile Broadband Card fits PC card and ExpressCard slots.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:35:43 -0500

AirCard® 402 offers ability to switch to ExpressCard form factor whenever required, eliminating need to acquire new mobile broadband device when upgrading notebook computer. Designed for mobile professionals, 2-in-1 mobile broadband data card is designed for EV-DO Rev A networks and offers data connections up to 3.1 Mbps (downlink) and 1.8 Mbps (uplink). Other aspects include TRU-Locate(TM) (built-in GPS feature) and automatic reconnection.

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Dual-Channel 10GbE AMC features PCI-Express® fabric.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:35:37 -0500

Featuring 2 front-panel SFP+ optical ports, Xilinx® Virtex®-5 FPGA, and SRAM memory, V3021 Advanced Mezzanine Card (AMC) module is optimized for real-time data flow and processing. It offers 10 GbE connectivity and is intended for embedded applications running in MicroTCA® and ATCA® platforms. Able to facilitate 10 gigabit line-rate packet inspection and manipulation, card supports software reconfigurability for use in multiple missions and applications.

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Modem Card enables cellular connectvity for HMIs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:30:46 -0500

Suited for remote and mobile applications, Model G3GSM allows G3 operator interface products to communication with operators via cellular technology. Built-in web server enables viewing of same screens that are displayed on G3 or viewing of data only or logged files. Modem card will auto-dial to send out alarm or event information via text messages to cell phone or email address. Using SIM card, G3GSM allows customers to choose their own cellular provider.

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Search for suppliers of: Cellular Modems | Modem Cards

HD Video Capture Cards suit digital camcorders.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 08:30:26 -0500

VideoPro(TM) Flash memory cards, available in SDHC(TM) (high capacity) format, are optimized for capturing high-definition video at 1080 resolution. Speed, capacity, and reliability are made possible via use of SLC NAND flash products, controller design, and QC guidelines based on ISO:9001 standards. Offered in 4 GB/1 hr, 8 GB/2 hr, 16 GB/4 hr, and 32 GB/8 hr on HD Standard setting for SDHC(TM) format, cards deliver respective HD high, standard, and extended speeds of 13, 9, and 6 Mbps.

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Network Interface Card adapts to real-time Ethernet systems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 08:32:13 -0500

Designed to fit into standard 32-pin Dual-In-line (DIL) socket, netIC series interchangeable module provides network slave connectivity for EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, EtherCAT, PowerLink, SERCOS III, and CANopen. It includes two Ethernet transceivers, and exchanges data with host controller via serial communications using Modbus RTU protocol. RoHS compliant product features netX 50 processor, 8 MB SDRAM memory, and operating temperature of -20 to 70°C.

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Converged Network Adapter Cards suit IBM servers.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 08:31:50 -0500

Designed for IBM BladeCenter and System x customers, Converged Network Adapter Cards deliver 10 Gigabit Ethernet and full protocol offload iSCSI Storage Area Network capabilities on single card. IBM has qualified BEM3I10 High-Speed I/O expansion card for use in IBM BladeCenter servers through IBM BladeCenter Interoperability Program and BEA3X10 stand-up PCIe adapter card for use in IBM System x servers through IBM System x Compatibility program.

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Card enables VoIP communications for intercoms.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 08:34:42 -0500

Supporting VoIP for RTS Matrix Intercoms, RVON-2 VoIP card for CLD Color Keypanels features dual-channel design and allows connection of CLD keypanels to Intercom matrix over standard IP networks. It offers ability to connect to matrix through RVON or directly from keypanel. Configurable through keypanel service menu and AZedit configuration software, unit is compatible with various international standards and G.711, G.729A, and G.723 protocols.

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Network Interface Card supplies bandwidth optimization.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 08:45:24 -0500

Express DS 4100 combines network interface, bandwidth optimization, and security for in-transit data across LANs and WANs. Featuring FlowThrough(TM) processor, card allows 1, 2, or 3 functions to be controlled from single PCIe slot. It includes dual GbE connections, either copper or optical fiber, that automatically offload I/O overhead for virtualized applications, in addition to offloading various compression and data security processes.

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