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Cyntech seeks distributors for low-cost Raspberry Pi box

May 18, 2012

Milton Keynes, UK, May 18, 2012: Cyntech Components, a specialist supplier of electromechanical components and power supplies, has designed a compact, low-cost enclosure for the Raspberry Pi computer. The enclosure, which is available in bright pink or black, has openings for the connectors – including a recessed slot to protect audio and video connections, windows for LED indicators, non-slip rubber feet, and two slots on the back to enable the box to be … Read More → "Cyntech seeks distributors for low-cost Raspberry Pi box"

PC/104-Plus Dual Channel Gigabit Ethernet Module Connects to Embedded Networks

May 17, 2012

May 16, 2012, Arlington, TX –WinSystems, a supplier of PC/104 Single Board Computers (SBCs) and I/O modules, today announced a two channel, Gigabit Ethernet LAN module designed to offer flexible, high-performance networking connectivity for industrial embedded applications. Named the PPM-GIGE-2, it offers self-stacking I/O expansion on PC/104, EPIC, and EBX SBCs based on the industry-standard PC/104-Plus form factor. This add-in module uses standard RJ-45 connectors to plug into 10/100/1000 Mbps networks using … Read More → "PC/104-Plus Dual Channel Gigabit Ethernet Module Connects to Embedded Networks"

RFSW6131 SP3T Symmetric Switch

May 17, 2012

RFMD’s new RFSW6131 is a GaAs pHEMT Single-Pole Three-Throw (SP3T) switch designed for use in Cellular, 3G, LTE, and other high performance communications systems. It offers a symmetric topology with excellent linearity and power handling capability, while also 3V and 5V positive logic compatible.

Features

LF to 6000MHz Operation
Low Loss: 0.5dB (2GHz)
Isolation: 27dB (2GHz)
High IP3: 56dBm
P0.1dB: 31dBm (5V, 2.2GHz)
DFN, 1.5mm x 1.5mm Package

Applications

Cellular, 3G, … Read More → "RFSW6131 SP3T Symmetric Switch"

VIA Announces Ultra Compact, Fanless VIA AMOS-3002 System

May 17, 2012

Taipei, Taiwan, May 17, 2012 – VIA Technologies, Inc, a leading innovator of power efficient computing platforms, today announced the VIA AMOS-3002, an ultra compact, fanless system designed around the tiny VIA EPIA-P900 Pico-ITX board. The VIA AMOS-3002 provides embedded customers with a system that delivers all the latest features and digital media standards required for a diversified range of embedded applications including telematics, in-vehicle control, machine to machine controller (M2M), digital signage and kiosks.

Leveraging the digital prowess of the combined 1.0GHz VIA EdenTM X2 dual core processor and the VIA VX900H media system processor (MSP) on … Read More → "VIA Announces Ultra Compact, Fanless VIA AMOS-3002 System"

ASSET’s two new ScanWorks controller kits tap into high-speed PCI Express bus

May 17, 2012

Richardson, TX (May 17, 2012) – Two new controller kits for the ScanWorks® platform for embedded instruments from ASSET® InterTech (www.asset-intertech.com) can accelerate test throughput by plugging into the high-speed PCI Express® (PCIe) bus in the personal computer where ScanWorks is running. ASSET is the leading supplier of tools for embedded instrumentation.

The new controller kits can apply ScanWorks non-intrusive board tests (NBT) to a circuit board. The PCIe-1000 is a single-TAP controller used for cost-effective JTAG testing. The PCIe-410 controller … Read More → "ASSET’s two new ScanWorks controller kits tap into high-speed PCI Express bus"

MEMS Industry Group Explores Product Realization at Sensors Expo & Conference 2012

May 17, 2012

PITTSBURGH—May 17, 2012—MEMS Industry Group® (MIG), the industry organization advancing micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) across global markets, today reaffirmed its conference and exposition line-up for Sensors Expo & Conference 2012, the premier industry event in North America for designing sensors and sensor-integrated systems. Joined by leading member-companies, MIG will examine the forces behind the commercialization of MEMS through a pre-conference symposium, MEMS conference track, and MEMS Pavilion exhibition area on the show floor.

Pre-conference Symposium: MEMS in the Mainstream</ … Read More → "MEMS Industry Group Explores Product Realization at Sensors Expo & Conference 2012"

Texas Instruments low-power FPD-Link serializer offers industry’s highest resolution for tablets

May 17, 2012

DALLAS (May 16, 2012) – Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN) today introduced a low-power, FPD-Link serializer that delivers the industry’s highest screen resolution while extending battery life in tablet computers, ebooks, laptops and portable display monitors. With the industry’s highest pixel clock rate of 185-MHz, the dual LVDS DS90C187 supports WQXGA LCD panels at 30 Hz and QXGA panels at 60 Hz. The nearest competitor only reaches 174 MHz for WUXGA screen resolution. The DS90C187 also extends battery life by consuming a mere 90-mW when supporting the 1080p WUXGA screen resolution. For more information and to order samples, visit Read More → "Texas Instruments low-power FPD-Link serializer offers industry’s highest resolution for tablets"

3M Technology Enables Ultra Low Power All-in-One Smart Zero Client from HP

May 16, 2012

St. Paul, Minn.—May 16, 2012—3M Optical Systems Division today announced that it has enabled a new zero client, the HP t410 All-in-One Smart Zero Client, which operates within 13 Watts of power. Leveraging its Dual Brightness Enhancement Film for LED backlight monitors, 3M has enabled the first all-in-one zero client capable of being powered by Type 1 PoE (IEEE 802.3af). This eliminates the need for AC power cords and consumes as much as 78 percent less power than a standard desktop. Through a collaborative approach focused on the total system power, HP has launched a new device well suited to the trends … Read More → "3M Technology Enables Ultra Low Power All-in-One Smart Zero Client from HP"

Advantech MI/O-Compact SBC MIO-5250 Powered by Intel® Atom™ Ultra Low Power Dual Core Processor

May 16, 2012

May 15, 2012, Irvine, California – Advantech announces the release of the MI/O (Multiple I/O) Extension Single Board Computer Read More → "Advantech MI/O-Compact SBC MIO-5250 Powered by Intel® Atom™ Ultra Low Power Dual Core Processor"

Alpha Data Releases NEW High-Performance Kintex-7 FPGA Based XMC Card

May 16, 2012

16th May 2012: Denver, CO – Alpha Data are proud to announce the launch of the ADM-XRC-7K1, the first in a range of new products based on 28nm Xilinx 7 series FPGA technology. The ADM-XRC-7K1 is a high performance reconfigurable XMC with PCI Express Gen2 interface, external memory and flexible front-panel IO options.

The 7K1 is the latest in the highly successful line of PMC and XMC products from Alpha Data, an Alliance Program certified member with over a decade of experience with Xilinx. The card combines high-performance with ease-of-use and excellent reliability, with a … Read More → "Alpha Data Releases NEW High-Performance Kintex-7 FPGA Based XMC Card"