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Kontron microETXexpress Starterkit for Compact COM Express Class

Ken Cheung — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:38:54 +0000

The Kontron microETXexpress Starterkit features the Kontron microETXexpress-SP or -DC Computer-on-Modules (95 x 95 mm) based on the Intel Atom series processors and the Kontron ETXexpress miniBaseboard. Starterkits are also available for evaluation with other microETXexpress modules. The Kontron microETXexpress evaluation kit are ideal for developers new to the compact class of COM Express. The Kontron microETXexpress Starterkit comes with the complete embedded hardware — including the cables, a very small Power Supply Unit called picoPSU combined with a 12V desktop power supply and an active cooler.

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DSPCon DataFlex-515 Real-Time Data Recorder

Ken Cheung — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:15:48 +0000

DSPCon announced the DataFlex-515 real-time data recorder. The DataFlex-515 weighs less than 20 pounds and features dual 500 Gbyte hard disk drives, real-time playback, display and analysis, and provides a sustained, continuous recording speed of up to 256,000 samples per second. The data recorder is compatible with a variety of common file formats — including DATX/CATS, UFF58, CSV, and ATI. Two hot-swappable, dual-lithium-ion battery packs provide a total of 100 watts of output power and 190-watt-hours of capacity resulting in an impressive four hours of continuous operation in the field. It is available now for immediate delivery.

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Innovasic IA186XL and IA188XL 16-Bit Microcontrollers

Ken Cheung — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:12:59 +0000

Innovasic Semiconductor are shipping engineering samples of the IA186XL and IA188XL 16-Bit microcontrollers. The IA186XL and IA188XL are form, fit, and function compatible with the original Intel 80C186XL and 80C188XL 16-bit high-integration embedded processors. They can also be use as replacements for the Intel base 80C186 and 80C188 devices. The Innovasic version supports internal 20-25 MHz operation and is industrial temperature grade.

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Zilog Z8523L Enhanced Serial Communications Controller

Ken Cheung — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:44:20 +0000

The Zilog Z8523L Enhanced SCC (ESCC) is a low-voltage serial communications controller (SCC) for a variety of computing applications requiring increased performance and lower power consumption. The Zilog Z8523L reduces the voltage from 5 to 3.3 volts and is ideal for computer peripherals, networking equipment, and routers. The Zilog Z85230 Enhanced SCC is available now.

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Texas Instruments MSP430F471xx Microcontrollers for e-Metering

Ken Cheung — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 19:03:35 +0000

Texas Instruments (TI) introduced the ultra-low power MSP430F471xx microcontroller (MCU) series. The F471xx system-on-chip metering solution features simultaneous sampling of voltage and current as well as tamper-detection for efficient and reliable energy measurement. The MSP430F471xx microcontrollers are ideal for three-phase e-metering applications. The devices are fully compatible with the $149 MSP-FET430U100A flash emulation tool and e-meter EVM. F471xx MCUs are priced between $5.75 and $7.95 for 1K units and are available now along with the $75 MSP-TS430PZ100A target board.

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Portwell PQ7-M101G Qseven Module

Ken Cheung — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:48:14 +0000

American Portwell Technology introduced the PQ7-M101G Qseven module. The PQ7-M101G features an Intel Atom processor, SATA interface, SDVO, PCI Express, LPC Interface, high definition audio interface, and up to 1 GB system memory. The ultra compact board measures 70mm x 70mm (2.75″ x 2.75″). The PQ7-M101G is ideal for a range of low-power systems and handheld mobile devices in applications such as medical healthcare, industrial control, gaming, portable device, and COTS military markets.

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Electrocardiogram, Digital Stethoscope, Pulse Oximeter Development Kits

Ken Cheung — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:45:09 +0000

Texas Instruments created the first medical development kit (MDK) with a complete signal chain and software offering for multiple medical diagnostic and patient monitoring applications. The three medical development tool kits are based on TI’s TMS320VC5505 digital signal processor (DSP). The MDKs are ideal for the development of these portable medical devices like electrocardiograms (ECG), digital stethoscopes, and pulse oximeter products.

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SMSC OS85650 for MOST Intelligent Network Interface Controllers

Ken Cheung — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 21:40:18 +0000

SMSC rolled out the OS85650 I/O companion chip for MOST Intelligent Network Interface Controllers (INICs). The OS85650 features multiple interfaces, powerful routing engine, and a DTCP co-processor. The IC is ideal for various audio and video applications such as Head Units, Rear Seat Entertainment, Amplifiers, TV-Tuners and, Video Displays. Samples of the OS85650 are available now. A pin-compatible version without a DTCP coprocessor is also available.

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Texas Instruments TMS320C6742, TMS320C6746, TMS320C6748, OMAP-L138 DSPs

Ken Cheung — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 18:21:29 +0000

Texas Instruments launched the TMS320C6742, TMS320C6746, TMS320C6748, and OMAP-L138 digital signal processors (DSPs). With performance levels up to 300 MHz, the devices offer the ability to manage on-chip power through dynamic voltage and frequency scaling (DVFS) and multiple power down modes. All processors are available for sampling and are priced as follows: TMX320C6742 for $6.70, TMX320C6746 for $13.50, TMX320C6748 for $15.20, and OMAP-L138 for $18.60 (1,000 units).

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Digi ZigBee Smart Energy Product Family

Ken Cheung — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:22:34 +0000

Digi International unveiled the ZigBee Smart Energy product family. The Digi ZigBee Smart Energy family consists of the XBee and XBee-PRO SE ZigBee modules and ConnectPort X2 ESP certified gateway. Built upon the existing XBee and XBee-PRO ZB, the new XBee and XBee-PRO SE modules feature firmware that simplifies the development work required to develop and certify a ZigBee Smart Energy device. The ConnectPort X2 ESP gateway provides the connection between a consumer’s HAN and an energy service provider over a broadband or cellular connection.

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