Wireless Design & Development articles from February 2003

Wireless Design & Development archives from February 2003

Communications analyzer.(Tektronix's WCA200A Series)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The WCA200A Series enables in-depth characterization, troubleshooting, and verification in 2.5G and 3G designs. The analyzers unite vector signal analysis and spectrum analysis capabilities into one instrument. The Frequency Mask Trigger...

Coprocessor.(NanoAmp's MOCA-J coprocessor)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Wireless networks and handsets are transitioning from voice-only to voice-plus-data services that include interactive application content based on the J2ME platform. The MOCA-J coprocessor integrated within a combination memory MCP is a...

EMI shielding.(W.L. Gore & Associates' snapSHOT)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Gore introduces the snapSHOT[TM] EMI shield, a board level, multi-cavity shielding product that provides excellent protection against electromagnetic interference. The metallized, lightweight, thermoformed plastic shield is easy to install,...

GPS receiver module.(Lemos International's PE-36DA)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Cirocomm's GPS receiver module, the PE-36DA, is intended as a replacement for the PE-36CA. The PE-36DA is ideal for various applications such as recreational, handheld, end-user product, navigation, vehicle tracking, and telematics. The PE-36DA...

It's all about integration ... or is it? (Up Front).
February 1, 2003... When one reviews trends in the telecommunications market, it is clear that one of the driving forces moving the market forward is integration. Integration can take many forms, but the most prevalent manifestations are at the product level and...

Bipolar MMIC chip. (What's Hot).(Boston Micro-Components' MP4TD0900)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The MP4TD0900 is a high performance silicon bipolar MMIC chip. The MP4TD0900 is designed for use where a general purpose 50 ohms gain block is required. Typical applications include narrow and wide band IF and RF amplifiers in industrial and...

Adapters and connectors. (What's Hot).(MIDISCO's MDC1089A)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... MIDISCO introduces a phase adjustable in-line adapter which offers precise means of phase adjustment over the frequency range DC-4 GHz. Model MDC1089A incorporates a threaded interconnection of variable length. By tuning a phase adjustment nut,...

Bluetooth LSI. (What's Hot).(Toshiba America Electronic Components' TC35654)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The TC35654 single-chip Bluetooth LSI has a small footprint and low power consumption. The RF function consists of a 2.4 GHz low noise amplifier, mixer, voltage controlled oscillator, and power amplifier. The device contains buffer RAM and mask...

Miniature TCXOs. (What's Hot).(C-MAC MicroTechnology's CFPT-9000)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The CFPT-9000 range of miniature temperature compensated crystal oscillators (TCXOS), offering up to Stratum 3 stability for SDH/SONET telecommunications systems as well as meeting the needs of next-generation mobile communications devices is...

Power amplifier module. (What's Hot).(EiC's ECM060, ECM064, ECM068)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... EiC Corporation announces three devices in 4 x 4 mm packages. The ECM060, ECM064, and ECM068 are designed for WCDMA, CDMA, PCS, and Korean PCS applications respectively. The XE (Exceptional Efficiency) series maintains quiescent current as low...

Circuit breakers. (What's Hot).(E-T-A Circuit Breakers' MS 3320)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The MS 3320 high performance 483 Series circuit breaker is offered in amp ratings 25, 30, and 35. The 483 Series MS3320 has advanced dual chamber construction and weighs 24 grams. The 483 Series is a single pole, miniaturized, aircraft style...

Radar antennas. (What's Hot).(Seavey Engineering Associates)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Seavey Engineering introduces a wide range of Doppler Radar Antennas. All antennas have a dual linear polarized feed system with waveguides running to the edge or the rear of the reflector. The antennas in this family have superior sidelobe...

Understanding temperature & power coefficient in attenuators. (Designer's Corner).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Temperature Coefficient of Resistance, TCR, is a well-known parameter in the Electronics Industry. Power-Coefficient of Resistance, PCR, is not such a familiar term. Manufacturers seldom provide PCR specifications for their resistors. TCR and...

Cavity filter: Wireless Technologies Corporation. (New Products).(W2641F bandpass filter )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Model W2641F bandpass filter offers sharp rejection to nearby interfering signals. The 80 MHz bandwidth allows high data rates while offering a low 0.5 dB insertion loss. With a 1.4:1 VSWR, the filter permits the use of low noise amplification...

SMT headers: Molex. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... These 2.54 mm pitch single row headers have been added to the KK and SL[TM] product families. They are available in vertical shrouded and unshrouded versions and in low-profile horizontal unshrouded version. All header versions feature 0.64 mm...

Trimmer capacitors: Sprague-Goodman Electronics, Inc. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Models in the GKRP series measure 3.2 x 2.5 mm, with a height of less than 1.3 mm above the mounting surface. A thin silicone coating for protection allows usage for assembly processes that include washing. Four capacitance ranges are offered:...

IC test system: ProductionLine Testers. (New Products).(IC240)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The IC240 is a "bare bones" bench top test system that combines a powerful, simple to modify software interface with a configurable hardware core that allow test engineers to easily customize the system for their unique testing applications....

SMD power inductors: Frontier Electronics. (New Products).(CSH1250S, CSH1260S)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Models CSH1250S/CSH1260S have windings consisting of a flat stock conductor, wound perpendicular to the axis of the core. The devices are magnetically shielded. Operating temperature is -30[degrees]C to +100[degrees]C. Inductance range for the...

Precision adapters: Maury Microwave. (New Products).(Maury MPC14 connector)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The Maury MPC14 connector is a precision 14 mm connector that is essentially equivalent to, and mating compatible with, GR900 type connectors. It incorporates an improved Hex/Knurl Coupling Nut and an improved center conductor inner contact...

Crystal oscillator: EM Microelectronics. (New Products).(EM7602 )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The EM7602 is a low-power 32.768 kHz clock oscillator that has a low voltage operation of 1.8 V to 3.6 V. Its temperature range is standard at -40[degrees]C to [+ or -] 85[degrees]C. The device consists of a patented torsional tuning fork...

Material for power inductors: TT Electronics MMG. (New Products).(DuraFlux)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... TT Magnetics has developed a silicon iron alloy material designed to maximize energy storage and minimize power density losses within inductors for power applications. Designated as DuraFlux[TM], this alloy material exhibits a high saturation...

Low noise oscillators. (Editor's spotlight: oscillators).(M-tron Industries' M4001, M4002 oscillators)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... For applications between 600 MHz and 2.5 GHz that require a low jitter sine wave signal, the M-tron M4001 or M4002 oscillator is ideal. The M4001/M4002 oscillator is packaged in a 9 x 14 mm J-lead ceramic package. The M4001 is a 3.3 volt...

Miniature OCXOs. (Editor's spotlight: oscillators).(CTS Communications Components' 114)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... CTS introduces the Model 114, a new generation of miniature OCXOs for wireless base station frequency or timing reference applications. The product is capable of frequencies from 1.25 MHz to 40.0 MHz and is supplied in a resistance welded...

Commercial PLL. (Editor's spotlight: oscillators).(Vari-L's PLL350-1627)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Vari-L introduces Model PLL350-1627, a commercial PLL. generates frequencies from 1590 MHz to 1665 MHz with a 200 kHz step size. The unit typically requires 35 mA of current from a 5.0 V supply voltage. Typical phase noise at 100 kHz offset...

Low power consumption TCXO. (Editor's spotlight: oscillators).(Fordahl USA's DFE S4-LH, KH crystal oscillators)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The DFE S4-LH and KH series of high stability miniature temperature compensated crystal oscillators (TCXOs) offers a tight stability required for wireless base stations applications. The 25 x 22 x 11 mm SMD package is a drop in replacement for...

Low harmonic VCO. (Editor's spotlight: oscillators).(Micronetics VCO Product's MW500-1225 vibrating crystal oscillator)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The model MW500-1225, 90-190 MHz VCO maintains a low phase noise level of -111dBc/Hz at 10 kHz, -133 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz, and harmonic levels below -17 dBc over the 90-190 MHz band. The VCO is very stable. The temperature drift is -0.02...

Dual rate VCXOs. (Editor's spotlight: oscillators).(NDK America's 7311J, 7311K, 7311Q, 7311T voltage controlled crystal oscillators)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... NDK announces four new series of voltage controlled crystal oscillators (VCXO) for communications systems requiring a dual rate pure frequency signal. These VCXOs can be switched from their operating frequencies to the FEC (forward error...

Integrating technology for mobile phones: integrating passive and active components improves mobile phone performance. .(Cover Story)
February 1, 2003... With the constant evolution of the mobile phone market towards higher integration and ever more added value solutions, the patented IPAD[TM] technology (Integrated Passive and Active Devices) has now become a full-fledged technology. By...

Omnidirectional antenna: Cushcraft Corporation. (New Products).(SL1852P12NF)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The SL1852P12NF is a 2 dBi omnidirectional ceiling mount antenna for use in the PCS band from 1850-1990 MHz. The antenna dimensions are 2.5" x 2.5" x 0.8". The pattern is uniform and symmetrical with no major nulls within the coverage area. The...

Low pass filter: K&L Microwave, Inc. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... This low pass filter has 50 dB attenuation at 1.15:1 from cut-off. The outline dimensions are 2" x 1.5" x 5" with four 2-56 mounting holes on the bottom surface. SMA male or female connectors are available. www.klmicrowave.com; (410)...

EMI gaskets: Chomerics. (New Products).(SOFT-SHIELD 7000)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... SOFT-SHIELD 7000 EMI gaskets feature non-urethane soft foam core materials that provide high levels of shielding and long-term physical stability. SOFT-SHIELD 7000 combines a highly conductive, plated cloth wrapper, customized polymeric foam...

Test adapter: MegaPhase LLC. (New Products).(Batwing)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The Batwing[TM] enables test engineers to easily connect network analyzer ports to chipsets with closely spaced (0.141") end-launch connectors through 65 GHz, The Batwing test adapters are phase/delay matched and fixed electrical data can be...

Field programmable transistors: Agilent Technologies. (New Products).(ATF-511P8 )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The ATF-511P8 is an e-pHEMT field effect transistor (FET) designed for wireless applications up to 6 GHz. At 2 GHz, the single-voltage operation ATF-511P8 features +30 dBm output power at 1 dB gain compression, +41.7 dBm third-order output...

Line receivers: Maxim Integrated Products. (New Products).(MAX9171/MAX9172/MAX9173)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The MAX9171/MAX9172/MAX9173 single, dual, and quad LVDS line receivers with "in path" fail-safe accept LVDS and LVPECL signals and translate them to LVTTL/LVCMOS. All three receivers conform to the ANSI TIA/EIA-644 standard. The devices are...

Pulse capacitors: High Energy Corp. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The EPSR 50 kV pulse capacitors now offer up to 3000 pF capacitance for a single 50 kV pulse unit. EPSR capacitors feature Class 1 ceramic dielectric, low inductance and losses, and small case size. They are available from 6 to 50 kV in...

Surface mount pins: Zierick Manufacturing. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Zierick's surface mountable solid pins deliver high retention and great solder joint strength. These pins incorporate a unique design on the pad, allowing the pins to achieve proprietary capillary action, creating a stronger solder bond to the...

Thin film resistors: BI Technologies. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... These resistor products are wire bondable thin film elements that provide long-term stability, tight resistor tracking, low TCR characteristics, low noise, and high frequency performance. The gold conductor material is ideal for both conductive...

Multifunction ICs: M/A-COM. (New Products).(MA03501D and MA03503D)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The MA03501D and MA03503D operate between 8 GHz and 11 GHz. The devices feature highly matched 50 input and output impedances, 18 dB of gain, and 5-bit attenuation from 0.75 dB to 23.25 dB (32 steps at 0.75 dB each) with 0.2 dB RMS attenuation...

Antennas technology/h1: Antenova. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Antenova's new technology offers fine control over directionality, small size with virtual immunity to detuning (allowing multiple antennas to be integrated onto PCBs), solid state steerability, narrow or broadband configurations, and higher...

Coaxial terminations: MECA Electronics. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... MECA offers medium power, 50 ohm loads efficiently designed for high performance cost effective solutions. The 403 series coaxial terminations dissipate 15 watts average power (2 kW peak) through natural air convection with VSWR of 1.10:1 to 2...

Design software: Ansoft Corporation. (New Products).(SIMPLORER 6.0)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... SIMPLORER[R] SV version 6 is a free downloadable version of SIMPLORER, a mixed-domain systems design software. SIMPLORER SV is a method for engineers to evaluate SIMPLORER's capabilities and to solve small-scale problems. The new version...

Quick lock connectors: Radiall. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Radiall introduces Quick Lock SMA (patent pending) QMA connectors. QMA series is a snap-on version of brass SMA connectors. Optimized from DC to 6 GHz, QMA connectors are usable from DC to 12.4 GHz with an intermodulation level of -120 dBc and...

Bluetooth modules: National Semiconductor. (New Products).(LMX9820 )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... National Semiconductor's Model LMX9820 is the first in a series that enables Bluetooth data connectivity via a UART serial port to support applications. The LMX9820 is part of the Simply Blue product family. All modules in this family include...

Step-down regulator: Linear Technology. (New Products).(LTC3413)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The LTC3413 is a high-efficiency, monolithic synchronous step-down switching regulator that is capable of generating a bus termination voltage for DDR/DDR2 memory applications. It has the ability to source or sink up to 3 A of output current....

Site analyzer: Bird Electronic Corporation. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Site Analyzer 1700 and 1700-P is easy-to-use, reliable, and provides accurate and repeatable measurements. For sweep and distance-to-fault testing, the product offers a high-resolution color display, fast sweep rate, on-screen comparison of...

Solid state matrix: Matrix Systems. (New Products).(Model 12951)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Model 12951 is an 8 in x 2 out x 2 wire matrix switching module. The unit is designed to switch balanced RS-422 data pairs and is non-blocking, full fanout matrix, allowing an input to be simultaneously connected to any combination of outputs....

Directional couplers: Anaren Microwave, Inc. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Anaren introduces a new family of "pico" sized directional couplers in the Xinger[R]-brand package style. The 10 and 20 dB units are ideal for increasingly small power amplifiers. It measures 0.2 x 0.25 x 0.065". Frequency is 1.7-2.0, 2.0-2.3,...

Digital audio amplifier: Zetex, Inc. (New Products).(ZXCW8100)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The ZXCW8100 comprises the controller IC, gate drivers, MOSFET H-bridge stage, and output filters. The ZXCW8100 has the ability to handle digital audio signals sampled at up to 192 kHz and applying 32-bit data processing. Pulse width modulated...

Circuit breaker system: E-T-A Circuit Breakers. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The ESS20 circuit breaker system selectively protects individual components powered by a 24 V DC switch-mode power supply. Switch-selectable to either 3 A or 6 A rating, the ESS20 may be added to a DIN-rail power supply system to provide...

Low pass filters: RLC Electronics, Inc. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... RLC's high frequency computerized custom low pass filters are available built to customer specifications for both Cut-off frequency and rejection regions. This series of filters has cut-off frequencies up to 50.5 GHz with as many as 10...

HCMOS oscillators: Fox Electronics. (New Products).(F330 Series)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Fox Electronics introduces the F330 Series of 3.3 V HCMOS oscillators. The F330 Series oscillators are available in frequency stabilities of [+ or -] 100, [+ or -] 50, [+ or -] 25, and [+ or -] 20 ppm and in frequency ranges from 1.8 to 50.0...

Signal modules: Daytronic Corporation. (New Products).(Model 5D70)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Model 5D70 is a single-input, dual-output, software-programmable conditioner for input of pressure, force, torque, weight, and other variables measured by DC-excited strain gage transducers. The analog design yields excellent signal stability...

Radio test set: IFR. (New Products).(2975 radio test set )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Through firmware upgrades, the 2975 radio test set now includes new test patterns, the ability to remotely control 2975 tests via the Internet, and the ability to test P25 trunked radios in the 800 MHz band. This remote testing capability...

Diodes for security applications: Micronetics, Inc. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Micronetics introduces mini-noise diodes for security applications. The mini-noise diodes generate random voltages in order to seed an encryption algorithm. This small surface mount diode is available on tape and reel. www.micronetics.com;...

Power amplifiers: Fairchild Semiconductor. (New Products).(FAN7005 stereo headphone amplifier)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The FAN7005 is a stereo headphone amplifier ideal for use in personal computers, PDAs, and MP3 players. The FAN7005 is a dual, fully differential power amplifier that features ultra-low current consumption of less than 2.2 mA and 0.1 mA,...

Resonant capacitor: Electronic Concepts, Inc. (New Products).(LO-HENRY 88 Series)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... A "direct mount" series of snubber type film capacitors is available from Electronic Concepts. Physical advantages of the LO-HENRY[TM] 88 Series encompassing a compact size, no internal wire connections, monolithic construction, direct to...

Survival of the fittest: survival of wireless semiconductor suppliers will be determined by how well they know their customers' customers. (Chipset Design).(Industry Overview)
February 1, 2003... During the last two years, the suppliers at the front end of the wireless consumer value chain have experienced tectonic shifts in the way they have evolved to serve their customers. A key question for wireless semiconductor suppliers is: Which...

Power GaAs FET: California Eastern Laboratories. (New Products).(NE650103M )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... California Eastern Labs announces the availability of a 10 watt medium power GaAs FET from NEC. Tthe NE650103M is designed to serve as an output stage amplifier in medium power transmitters or as a driver in high power transmitters and has 40...

Sensing resistors: KOA Speer Electronics. (New Products).(SL, TSL series resistors)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The SL and TSL series resistors are intended for high thermal-cycle applications. The resistors have a power rating of 1 W with a TCR (maximum) of [+ or -] 180 ppm/[degrees]C (R [less than or equal to] 13 m[ohms]) or [+ or -]100 ppm/[degrees]C...

Routing clip: Micro Plastics, Inc. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The Split Wire Routing Clip is molded in nylon 6/6 material. The split design allows lading of wires by separating the clip at the split, and then inserting the prongs of the clip into a hole in the panel. www.microplastics.com; (870)...

DC/DC converters: MicroPower Direct. (New Products).(E200I series)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The E200I series from MicroPower Direct is an ultra-miniature family of 2 W DC/DC converters. These low cost units offer a high 3 kV input/output isolation level, 2 W of output power, ultra-miniature single-in-line (SIP) package, and wide...

VCO for DECT: Z-Communications, Inc. (New Products).(SMV0206L)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The SMV0206L for the DECT market generates frequencies between 200 and 212 MHz within 0.5-2.25 V DC of control voltage. Operating temperature range is -20 to 70[degrees]C. The device exhibits a clean spectral signal of -98 dBc/Hz, typically, at...

Coaxial adapters: TRU Corporation. (New Products).(TRU 7-16 In-Series Adapters)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... TRU 7-16 In-Series Adapters eliminate the need for multiple adapters when interconnecting 7-16 to type N, HN, C, LC, SQS, 7/8-EIA, and 1-5/8 EIA RF coaxial connectors. Providing ratings to 2,700 VRMS, these 50 Ohm adapters are offered in any...

SMD fuse: Littelfuse, Inc. (New Products).(467 Series SlimLine Very Fast-Acting Fuse)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Littelfuse introduces the 467 Series SlimLine[TM] Very Fast-Acting Fuse. The smaller EIA 0603 size targets applications requiting overcurrent protection in a fast response, smaller footprint package. The fuse is constructed of high performance...

DC/DC converters: Torex Semiconductors. (New Products).(XC9206, XC9207, XC9208)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The XC9206, XC9207, and XC9208 are three new series of non-synchronous step-down DC/DC converters. Featuring a high switching frequency up to 1.2 MHz and a built-in 0.4 [ohms] P-channel driver transistor, the new converters enable a high...

Catalog for power designers: C&D Technologies, Inc. (New Literature).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... This catalog simplifies the identification, selection, and implementation of DC/DC conveners, AC/DC and DC/DC power supplies, and inductors and transformers. In addition to technical specifications and quick reference tables, the catalog offers...

Measurement and automation catalog: National Instruments. (New Literature).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The Measurement and Automation 2003 catalog is a readily accessible resource that details the complete line of NI products, including the LabVIEW graphical development environment and a full line of data acquisition products, with comprehensive...

Antenna catalog: Antenex. (New Literature).(Quick Ship Catalog)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The Quick Ship Catalog features over 1000 in-stock designs. The catalog contains popular gain and frequency configurations. Quick Ship means that most orders will ship the same day as the order is placed. Products included are the Phantom[R]...

Coaxial cable and assemblies: Semflex. (New Literature).(catalog)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Semflex announces an updated product catalog describing their high performance RF and microwave frequency coaxial cable and cable assembly products. The CD-ROM catalog presents detailed product performance characteristics, schematics and...

GaAs MMICs catalog: Mimix Broadband, Inc. (New Literature).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Mimix Broadband announces a new version of its print product catalog. The catalog includes new products, expanded datasheets with comprehensive information and measurement curves, and application notes. It includes performance parameters of...

Cable assembly brochure: Times Microwave System. (New Literature).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The Broadband Wireless Cable Assembly brochure covers a range of LMR[R] coaxial cable assemblies for use in 802.11 unlicensed frequency bands up to 5.8 GHz. It includes product specs, a guide to proper handling of coaxial cables, and a...

Switch catalog: ITT Industries, Cannon. (New Literature).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Included in this catalog are new low profile surface mount tacts, ultra miniature detect switches, navigation switches, and more. The catalog features a Product Selection Guide to aid in finding the most suitable switch series. Full technical...

Singlepole connector catalog: Anderson Power Products. (New Literature).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... This 64-page Singlepole connector catalog features the latest Powerpole[R] modular electrical power connectors and accessories. The catalog contains products ranging from 10 amps up to 180 amps, 600 V AC/DC, and offers interconnect solutions...

Filter products catalog: Wireless Technologies Corporation. (New Literature).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Wireless Technologies introduces a newly expanded CD catalog. The CD catalog featuring dozens of standard filter products. These filter products are designed for AMPS, CDS, ISM, MMDS, UMTS, PCS, SMR, 3G, tower top bi-directional amplifiers,...

Interconnect components: Keystone Electronics Corp. (New Literature).(catalog)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... This edition of catalog M1 includes products with illustrated details and specs for: coin cell battery retainers, high density packaging battery holders, 6.8 mm surface mount compact contacts, and more. www.keyeleco.com; (800) 221-5510 ...

Compact simulator: Amplifier Research. (New Products).(EM Test UCS500M/6B)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The EM Test UCS500M/6B includes burst, surge, power fail, plus optional built-in ESD and ringwave test modules in one compact system. The EM Test UCS500M/6B is capable of testing to IEC 61000-4-2, 4-4, 4-5, 4-8, 4-9, 4-11 and 4-12, as well as...

Diplexers: K&L Microwave, Inc. (New Products).(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... This filter offers 40 dB attenuation at 560 to 1200 MHz and www.klmicrowave.com; (410) 749-2424 * Write In 190 or Reply Online [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Adhesives: Tra-Con, Inc. (New Products).(TRA-DUCT 921U02 )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... TRA-DUCT 921U02 has a long pot life at room temperature, allowing for time to work with the material before the required heat cure. This adhesive is one-part silver-filled epoxy. TRA-DUCT 921U02 is a medium viscosity adhesive that has a Shore D...

Soft modem devices: TDK Semiconductor Corp. (New Products).(73M1901)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The 73M1901 includes a 16-bit CODEC and a fully differential hybrid circuit, and supports low-speed (V.22bis) and high-speed transmission up to 56 Kbps (V.92). The 73M1901 supports on-chip transformer DAA line sensing and control, loop back,...

Software: OSS Nokalva, Inc. (New Products).(OSS ASN.1 Tools for C and Java now come with XML support)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... OSS ASN.1 Tools for C and Java now come with XML support. The addition of XML encoding enables XML to be used in places that are bandwidth constrained such as cell phones, PDAs and embedded systems. Developers can view binary encoded data in...

Band pass filter: Communications & Energy Corporation, Inc. (New Products).(BPFDNT-2441.5(83)7N)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Model BPFDNT-2441.5(83)7N bandpass filter is designed to pass the microwave band of 2.4 GHz through 2.483 GHz while suppressing nearby MMDS signals. The unit has two tunable notches to supply additional rejection near the MMDS band. Insertion...

Broadband amplifier: Aethercomm. (New Products).(SSPA 1.0-2.3-10)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... Model Number SSPA 1.0-2.3-10 is a high power, broadband RF amplifier that operates from 1.0 to 2.3 GHz. It is packaged in a modular housing that is 4.00" x 6.00" x 1.46" including the heat sink. This amplifier has a typical P1dB of 10 watts at...

Directional antenna: Pacific Wireless. (New Products).(InWave)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2003... The InWave Series indoor directional antenna is designed for applications operating in the 2400 to 2483 MHz IMS frequency range. The lightweight antenna has a low-profile design and is suitable for transmit and receive functions for 2.4 GHz...