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USB Host Controller is for PCI Express(TM) bus interfaces.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 07:56:54 -0500

Model µPD720171 enables high-speed wireless data transmission between PCs that have MiniCard or Half-MiniCard expansion cards and PC peripheral devices such as wireless hubs, printers, external storage equipment, and digital cameras. It also provides laptop computer connectivity through ExpressCard(TM) slot. Certified by USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF), controller conforms to Wireless USB 1.0 and Wireless Host Controller Interface (WHCI) specifications.

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IP Controller is for mobile machine-to-machine solutions.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 07:44:53 -0500

Supporting WLAN and all cellular standards, iChip CO2144 enables embedded developers to connect embedded devices to any kind of IP network. It includes 10/100BaseT Ethernet MAC and supports 10 simultaneous TCP/UDP sockets, 2 listening TCP sockets, SMTP, MIME, POP3, FTP/Secure FTP, Telnet, and HTTP/HTTPS clients, and SerialNet(TM) mode for serial-to-IP bridging. RoHS-compliant chip operates at industrial temperature range of -40 to 85°C and includes WLAN and Internet encryption algorithms.

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Process Controller is designed for DC electric fastening.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 07:35:53 -0500

Compatible with Stanley® QPM DC electric tools from 0.6-2,000 nm, QA Alpha can link multiple parameter sets in sequence for tightening different fasteners in workstation. It features Embedded Toolbox software, Ethernet for message-based protocols and fieldbus I/O mapping USB Port, and 2 COM ports, one connecting computer and enabling remote configuration, and one for adding barcode reader, printer, or other serial device. I/O controller options include 24 V, fieldbus, and Modbus TCP.

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Hot Swap Controllers have multiple voltage output.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:41:22 -0500

Compliant to ATCA and MicroTCA, Models TPS2359 and TPS2358 single-chip, dual-slot hot swap controllers are suited for applications in wireless base stations, telecom and computing systems. Model TPS2359 has 2 fully integrated 3.3 V channels to provide inrush control, over-current protection, and FET ORing control functionality, and programmable 12 V current limits. Model TPS2358 controller has dedicated output pins and configuration capability using external components.

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PXI Controllers offer 20, 50, or 80 MHz performance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 07:27:57 -0500

Incorporating normally external SCANFLEX® transceivers into 1 slot/3U unit, SCANFLEX® SFX/PXI1149/C4-FXT Boundary Scan Controllers feature ADYCS(TM) II propagation delay compensation and dynamic HYSCAN(TM) data splitting. TAP interface cards are linked externally, and 4 auto-identified TIC types are available. Differential signal interface ensures secure transmission of TAP signals, even through multiple interconnections and with over 4 m of cable length, maintaining TCK clock frequency up to 80 MHz.

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ARM®-Based SoC enables secure transactions.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 07:36:19 -0500

EMV and PCI PED pre-certified for POS applications, Zatara(TM) ZA9L1 ARM 9(TM) core-based application-specific standard product (ASSP) suits security-critical applications such as payment, identity, healthcare, access control, e-government, and e-administration. It incorporates 32-bit RISC SoC and on-chip dual-role USB OTG controller and is secured against tampering and other attacks. Other features include Magnetic Card Reader, SmartCard and LCD monochrome controllers, and 76 GPIO.

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Duplexer/Controller has microcontroller-based design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 07:40:14 -0500

Plug-in style and SCADA-ready (MODBUS) controller, 010-120-122P Duplexer, will accept float switch inputs or inputs from MPE Conductance Level Probe. UL-Listed product can perform pump-down and pump-up control and is suited for duplex lift station applications. Elements of construction include Modbus serial port for SCADA/Telemetry systems, Test/Reset button for simulating all I/O conditions, and alarm indication.

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Wireless Data Controller is ruggedized for field use.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 07:45:05 -0500

Trimble® LM80 Layout Manager incorporates rugged controller and office software for real-time 2-way data transfer between project design team in office and general and concrete contractors at job site. System creates digital replica of building blueprint in field and connects to both mechanical and robotic total stations. Wireless communications and Bluetooth connection capabilities are included.

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Base Site Controller is designed for CDMA2000 EV-DO.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 07:37:11 -0500

Scalable and modular, IP-BSC-DO enables CDMA operators to accelerate upgrade of DO broadband data capacity. Telecom industry standard ATCA hardware platform technology is included alongside custom application software, and modular design combines EV-DO packet controller functions (PCF) with operations and maintenance controller in one platform. Functions include CDMA2000 EV-DO traffic and signaling control and routing between RAN and PDSN, user authentication, and operator management.

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PMC/PCI Adapter Boards deliver carrier class performance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 07:41:09 -0500

Offered in short card and mezzanine card form factors, OSS-wanPMC-CxT1E1 and OSS-wanPCI-CxT1E1 integrate onto host CPU PMC and PCI sites to build processing solutions addressing high-density wireless, wireline, SS7, and network convergence applications. Boards offer one, 2, or 4 front panel T1/E1/J1 ports, accessible through shielded RJ-48c connectors. Both 128-channel communications controllers offer SS7, HDLC, and transparent mode protocol support and onboard CSU/DSU functionality.

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SATA II Storage Controllers are UEFI-certified.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 07:35:02 -0500

Along with Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) v2.1 firmware, SiI3132 and SiI3124 SATA SteelVine controllers integrate complete Port Multiplier (PM) driver embedded in BIOS option ROM and support for Apple OS storage with target mode and removable media support. Solutions support eSATA and FIS-based switching for bandwidth aggregation, and UEFI provides standard environment for booting OS and running pre-boot applications. Support is provided for all SATA II features.

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IP Controller safely connects M2M devices to Internet.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 07:49:08 -0500

Working as coprocessor, CO2128 provides Internet connectivity, encryption, and security for host processor or device. Included SecureGAP technology delivers firewall-on-a-chip functionality, allowing M2M devices to be safely connected directly to public Internet. It safeguards vital proprietary information for application owners through security and data segregation, serving as gatekeeper and natural firewall between host processor and Internet.

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GbE PCI-X Card features bypass capability.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 07:42:39 -0500

Based on Intel® 82546EB dual-port GbE controller, Model PCI-8246 provides auto-negotiation for 10/100/1000 Mb/s full and half duplex communications. Bypass capability directly connects GbE signals on 2 GbE ports when system is powered down or has crashed. It uses mechanical relay array to control physical routing of GbE signals using normal and bypass communication states. Supporting 32- and 64-bit PCI and PCI-X buses with speeds to 133 MHz, card is suited for network security applications.

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Controller and Swicth provide low-power GbE solutions.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 07:42:08 -0500

Offered in 36 mm², 48-pin QFN package, AR8121 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) Controller features deep sleep mode in which 20 mW of energy is consumed when network cable is disconnected. This helps meet EPA Energy Star 4.0 specifications. Available in 176-pin LQFP, 6-port AR8316 is GbE Switch with 5 integrated GbE PHYs that consume less than 3 W and power-saving mechanisms that dynamically adjust power based on port usage. Unit supports QoS architecture that prioritizes switch traffic.

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Controllers support expandable serial communication.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 07:40:52 -0500

Data Station Plus and Modular Controller series accommodate XCRS serial communications expansion card, which installs into existing expansion port to add one RS422/RS485 port and one RS232 port to 3 existing serial communication ports. Products support up to 5 serial protocols at once with XCRS card installed and support communication rates to 115,200 baud. Embedded protocol conversion facility and multiple-protocol Ethernet port are provided for communications and data management.

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Communication/Data Management Controllers support DeviceNet.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 07:44:33 -0500

Data Station Plus and Modular Controller product series are available with XCDN DeviceNet option card, which adds DeviceNet Slave connectivity. Added to expansion slot during installation and configured using Crimson(TM) 2 software, isolated XCDN option card promotes complete system integration and data transfer. Both series feature multi-protocol converter combined with 3 serial ports and one Ethernet port. Additional features include Web server and IT-ready data logging.

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Programmable Automation Controller has 6 communication ports.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 08:09:50 -0500

Model SNAP-PAC-S2 is standalone programmable automation controller (PAC) that includes 4 serial ports, each of which is fully configurable for either RS-232 or RS-485 serial communication. Compact unit also comes with two 10/100 Mbps Ethernet interfaces for host and I/O communication. It features 32-bit multitasking processor with floating point unit, 32 MB of RAM, 16 MB of flash memory, 8 MB of battery-backed RAM, and supports multiple communication protocols.

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Multimedia Processing Package features H.264 codec.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 07:51:57 -0500

Combining audio, video, fax, and modem conversion engines, SurfWare-Media(TM) v5.0 is supplied with AMC and PCI Express resource boards, PTMC DSP farm board, PCI card, and DSP chip-level solutions. Text Overlay supports display of dynamic text using TrueType fonts on video images, while Network Smoothing maintains constant bit rate for video streams for each type of network data interface. Speech Time Scaler supports voice file streaming at speeds 50-200% of original recorded rate.

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PCI Express Controller IP supports range of applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 07:44:09 -0500

PCI Express Gen 2 Controller (GPEX-2) IP features scalable, configurable design targeted for end-point, root complex, switch, and bridge implementation in desktop, server, mobile, networking, and telecom applications. Independent of application logic, PHY designs, implementation tools, and target technology, solution supports range of data widths (32, 64, 128) and configurable lanes (x1, x2, x4, x8, x16). Flexible backend architecture allows for integration into range of applications.

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PCIe Fast Ethernet Controller comes in small packages.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 07:42:37 -0500

Supplied in 64-pin QFN or 7 x 7 mm 48-pin packages, Yukon® FE+ 88E8040 PCI Express (PCIe) Ethernet controller minimizes space required to implement LAN-on-motherboard in mobile and desktop PCs by integrating passives, voltage regulators, and EEPROM. Unit offers EnergyStar compliance and supports capabilities such as IPv6 and IPv4 checksum offloads as well as Receive Side Scaling. It also supports Marvell Virtual Cable Tester®, providing advanced cable diagnostics.

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