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November 2000 Editorial
No advice from editors
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, Don Bishop Mathematics had no place in the embryo days of radio. It was to be many years before anyone learned how to measure wavelengths, and they knew nothing... Features — Amplifiers
Op amps offer bandwidths up to 2.7 MHz
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF California Micro Devices' six new monolithic semiconductor op amps combine small SOT packaging, three bandwidth choices, and the option of a shutdown...
Driver amplifier for fiber optic modulators
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Celeritek announces a new driver amplifier for external fiber optic modulators targeting higher bandwidth applications and data rates greater than 13...
Surface-mount linear amplifier
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Anadigics introduces a high-performance cable distribution amplifier for advanced services and additional bandwidth in cable distribution networks. The... Features — EMC/RFI
Common mode EMI filtering devices
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Pulse's new series of parts includes the T1207-T1220. This new series provides common mode filtering for EMI reduction, improves board space because of...
Site calibration system speeds site verification
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF A new site calibration system BSRD6500 from Schaffner reduces the time necessary for the verification of EMC test site calibration. It also offers increased... Features — Semiconductors/ICs
Directional detector for high-volume handset applications
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Alpha Industries introduces a directional detector for mobile phones covering frequencies from 650 MHz to 2.4 GHz. The DD01-92 is an integrated directional...
IC features low noise, high dynamic range
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF RF Micro Devices announces the RF2367,a low-noise CDMA/TDMA/ GSM PA driver amplifier with high dynamic range. The RF2367 has an overall frequency range...
Voltage regulator features fast response, low dropout
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Siliconix offers a new low-dropout regulator that allows the use of either ceramic 2.2-mF capacitors or tantalum capacitors on the input and output in... Features — Signal Processing
Fractional N synthesizers
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, Gary Appel [For a copy of this article in PDF format, which displays figures and equations, click here. Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader, free download.] Analyzing...
Digital downconversion stage design for superheterodyne receivers
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, Ricardo del Rio [For a copy of this article in PDF format, which displays figures and equations, click here. Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader, free download.] Fast and accurate... Features — Telematics
Telematics: Advancing the information society
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, Ernest Worthman [For a copy of this article in PDF format, which displays figures and equations, click here. Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader, free download.] Is the interactive...
RF playing a key role in transportation telematics
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, Mike Juha [For a copy of this article in PDF format, which displays figures and equations, click here. Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader, free download.] Traffic management... Features — Test and Measurement
The digital paradigm for test and measurement
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, John DeMott and Jim Reeves [For a copy of this article in PDF format, which displays figures and equations, click here. Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader, free download.] The next generation... News
European microwave event a forum for new products
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, Nikki Chandler The European Microwave Week in Paris, Oct. 2-6, afforded microwave engineers and manufacturers the opportunity to experience three conferences and an...
Wireless data users to reach 1.3 billion by 2004
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF The use of wireless data technology is expected to skyrocket in the 21st Century, growing from 170 million to 1.3 billion users by 2004, according to...
Bluetooth nodes to top 1.4 billion by 2005
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Annual shipments of Bluetooth-enabled devices are projected to reach over 1.4 billion nodes in 2005, up from 56 million in 2001, according to Allied Business...
Satellite to prevail in new Century
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Despite the recent shortcomings of Iridium and ICO, the satellite industry is still in an early stage of development, and successful service providers...
FCC adjusts rules for E911 development
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has made several adjustments to its wireless enhanced 911 (E911) rules to facilitate full compliance with... Business Briefs
BUSINESS BRIEFS
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Motorola, Palm partner on `Smart Phone' - Motorola, Schaumberg, IL, and Palm, Santa Clara, CA, are teaming up to develop a "smart phone" for early 2002... Literature
Book outlines planar transmission line devices
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF A new book from CRC Press, Networks and Devices Using Planar Transmission Lines, by Franco Di Paolo, joins practical information and physical principles...
Brochure features cable specifications
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Micro-Coax offers a new brochure covering its UTiFORM family of tin-dipped, hand-formable microwave cables. The brochure provides complete specifications,...
Technical brochure offers oscillator range
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF An expanded range of JITO-2 just-in-time oscillators, including a new line of plastic-encased programmable oscillators, is featured in a new technical...
Catalog covers mobile, fixed-station antennas
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Antenna Specialists announces the release of a newly expanded 800/900/2400 MHz Trunking Antenna Catalog, SD-1143, covering all mobile, portable and fixed-station...
2001 eem catalog and directory released
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Hearst Business Communications has released the 43rd edition of the eem catalog, eem 2001. The edition is arranged in four volumes, each composed of related...
Guide features test and measurement solutions
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Boonton Electronics' new full-length product guide to its test and measurement products includes the company's line of power meters, peak power meters,...
Brochure details ceramic resistors
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Kanthal Globar's new brochure details the company's Series 100 and 200 axial leaded non-inductive bulk ceramic resistors. The resistors are suitable for...
Catalog introduces new line of light-emitting diodes
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF A new 60-page catalog from Lumex describes the company's new Surfeeleds family of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and accessories. Also included in the catalog...
Electromagnetic field theory textbook
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Noble Publishing announces the re-release of Radio-Electronic Transmission Fundamentals, by B. Whitfield Griffith, Jr. Reprinted for the first time since... Software
Program analyzes design combinations
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Quantum Composites announces COMPAREM, a time-saving program used in the development of new composite applications. The program quickly analyzes which...
Software designs filters using synthesis
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Eagleware introduces S/FILTER, a new addition to its family of synthesis products. The software designs filters using a direct synthesis approach, which...
Automated field strength system allows easy mapping
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Z Technology introduces its new automated S5007GPS RF field strength mapping system. Using this Windows-based system, wireless communications providers... Product Focus
Time and Frequency
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Each month, the product focus highlights a specific area of RF products. This month, the product focus features time and frequency....
VCOs for telemetry and broadband applications
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Z Communications introduces a VCO aimed at the broadband fixed wireless market. The V940ME02 covers the 5,220 to 5,420 MHz within 4 VDC of tuning voltage....
Oscillators combine 3.3 V input with wide frequency range
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Vishay Intertechnology announces a pair of clock oscillators featuring a 3.3 VDC input and a 1 to 70 MHz frequency range. The XO 543 and XO 523 feature...
Linear tuning miniature VCO for test instruments
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Mini-Circuits introduces a compact, 12 VDC voltage-controlled oscillator. The ROS-756 draws 22 mA maximum and features a 485 MHz to 765 MHz near octave...
VCXO enables optical networking
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Champion Technologies announces a SMT VCXO. The F17355 is a PECL oscillator is designed to run off of a 3.3 VDC supply with an output frequency of 155.52...
Wideband VCXO for SONET/SDH apps
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF KS Electronics introduces a wide-band VXCO for SONET/SDH applications. The device features a frequency range of 25.92 MHz to 622.08 MHz, a pull of up...
Low jitter SAW-based clock-smoothing VCO
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF A series of low jitter, SAW-based, clock-smoothing/frequency translation VCOs have been introduced by Vectron International. The VS-500 series is SAW-stabilized...
VCXOs designed for digital communications devices
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF MF Electronics announces the M6322 VCXO for datacom equipment. The device features a narrow control voltage of 0.5 to 2.5 VDC for easy integration with...
Dual-channel LMDS synthesizer
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF ITT Industries, Microwave Systems, introduces a high-performance, dual-channel synthesizer. The MS-2000 is a Ku-band device that uses an internal oscillator...
Low jitter PECL oscillators for clocking applications
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF M-tron Industries announces the M4R and M5R low jitter PECL oscillators. The devices are designed for Gigabit Ethernet, xDSL, Stratum IV, SONET/SDH and...
Ultra-high stability oscillators
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF MTI-Milliren Technologies introduces a new OCXO product series. The 270 series double-oven OCXO drops into a standard European CO-08 footprint and is...
VCO for commercial applications
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Vari-L introduces the model VCO 190-1760T VCO. The device generates frequencies from 1550 MHz to 1970 MHz with control voltages from 1.0 VDC to 10 VDC....
Flexible frequency synthesizer
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF MITEQ's CFS series of frequency synthesizers offer -100 dBc/Hz of phase noise at 10 kHz offset (C-band), tunable C-band or Ku-band and a fixed L-pad....
VCXOs for telecom applications
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Fox Electronics' VCXO-C3 features a metal DIP package and is suitable for telecommunications, telephony and datacom applications such as set-top boxes....
Metal packaged quartz crystals
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Raltron Electronics announces a family of SMT metal can quartz crystals. The ASxxD family of devices addresses the long lead times currently facing the...
High-stability, digitally compensated TCXO
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF The DTCXO is now available from Temex. The device offers digital compensation that achieves a stability of 0.4 ppm over its operating temperature range... Products
Multi-protocol digital transceiver IC
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Motorola announces a multi-protocol, multi-band digital transceiver IC that combines the major building blocks required for next-generation multiple purpose,...
Li battery charger controller
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Maxim Integrated Products has developed a stand-alone, switch-mode Li battery charger controller for use with one to four cell configurations. The device...
Wireless RF Link: License-exempt high-speed RF link
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF The Communications Research Centre (CRC) announces a wireless link technology operating in the 5.2 and 5.8 GHz Bands. The WEB terminal is a wireless Ethernet...
Complete 2.4 GHz RF transceiver
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF AeroComm announces its PKLR2400S-100 radio for industrial applications. About the size of a business card, the radio features a 100 mW power output and...
High-speed digital chirp synthesizer
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF ITT Industries, Microwave Systems announces the STEL-2375A, an advanced hybrid direct digital chirp synthesizer. The design of this hybrid uses digital...
Processor family for virtual private networks
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Motorola broadens its Smart Networks Platform with the introduction of the MPC180 and MPC180e security processors, both designed to provide information...
Modules integrate on-board encoder/decoder
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF The new KH series from Linx Technologies is suitable for OEM applications such as remote control/command, security and automation. Packaged in a compact...
OEM receiver modules for use in wireless data
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF RF Monolithics introduces a new series of OEM receiver modules for use in wireless data communications. The DR 5000 series receiver modules are designed...
Distribution antenna interface
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF AeroComm announces a new distribution antenna interface, Model 50289-DAI for frequency bands from FM broadcast (88 to 108 MHz) to PCS (1800 to 2000 MHz)....
Wireless universal sensor controller
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Advanced Embedded Systems' (AES) RMT10 data logger/sensor controller is a complete system that enables wireless monitoring and control of sensors in industrial...
Unlicensed digital microwave radio
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Adtran has expanded its point-to-point microwave radio product line with the addition of TRACER 5.8 GHz digital microwave radio. TRACER uses spread-spectrum...
Plug-in pulse generator, coupling unit combination
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Schaffner EMC introduces a plug-in pulse generator and coupling unit combination for its System 2050 modular EMC test system, which provides an integrated...
New generation of high bandwidth probes
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF LeCroy's new generation of high bandwidth probes includes features for hands-free operation, probe/DSO channel identification and high utility replaceable...
Spectrum analyzers for the microwave range
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Rohde and Schwarz offers new FSP models with upper frequencies of 13 GHz and 30 GHz for GSM, microwave or radar applications. FSP13 is capable of testing...
Low-power RFIC solution for CDMA handsets
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Agilent Technologies announces the final links in the receiver line-up of active RFICs in its CDMAdvantage chipset for dual-band, tri-mode personal communications...
Modular digital test platform for testing terminals
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF IFR Systems' new 2975 digital radio test platform offers an efficient means for testing terminals, repeaters and base stations for Project 25. The platform...
30 MW???chip resistor
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF OhmCraft's 2512, 30 MW???chip resistor has a typical noise level of 9 dB as measured using MIL-STD-202B Method 308. OhmCraft resistors are stable with...
SMT common mode transformer
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF API Delevan introduces its new Series CM6296, a new surface-mountable common mode transformer. The Series CM6296 has 11 standard part numbers with inductance...
Low-capacitance varactors for WCDMA/UMTS applications
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Alpha Industries introduces low-capacitance varactors for VCO designs in IMT-2000 (WCDMA/UMTS) applications. The three recommended silicon varactor diodes...
Space-quality, high-voltage multilayer ceramic capacitor
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Sierra-KD Components announces its line of space-quality, high-voltage, multilayer ceramic capacitors. The line is constructed from a high-density, low-loss...
FCN film chip capacitors
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Cornell Dubilier's new FCN film chips are stable, won't crack and withstand solder reflow. Construction is stacked metallized Polyethylene Napthalate...
Reverse polarity/gender and reverse thread connectors
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF RF Industries offers more than 65 reverse polarity (gender), metric threaded and left-hand threaded connectors and adapters. These compliant connectors...
Coaxial connectors handle up to 3,000 volts peak
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF A line of C-Series RF coaxial connectors designed for high-voltage semiconductor, wafer processing, sputtering, and research applications is available...
Copper fiber channel cable assemblies
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Methode announces a new line of high-performance cable assemblies for copper fiber channel applications. The assemblies are suitable for high-speed serial...
Lightweight TVRO interference filter
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Microwave Filter introduces the aluminum version of its C-band waveguide bandpass filter. The unit has a typical insertion loss of 0.5 dB at the center...
UMTS band isolator for 3G applications
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Narda introduces a new UMTS band isolator for 3G applications that is typically used for amplifier output stage protection. Model NAR-2911 operates over...
180??? voltage variable phase shifters for 100-150 MHz
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF The JSPHS-150 is a 180 (min.) voltage variable phase shifter used in aircraft communications and delay for feed-forward amplifiers covering the 100 to150...
Low-capacitance, high-voltage Schottky diode
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF The SMS3925-079 is a 40 V, 0.6 pF RF Schottky diode designed for use as a level detector in wireless handsets and for general-purpose switching applications....
Series provide 3.3 V to 15 V isolated outputs
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Lambda expands its family of DC to DC converters with two new low-power models, the PC and PV Series. With compact footprints, the converters feature...
3.3 V-input DC/DCs target CPLD, DSP and ASIC
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Datel's new UNR D3 Series are 3.3 VDC input, 1.8 or 2.5 VDC output DC/DC converters with rated output currents to 10 Amps. These non-isolated power converters...
High-efficiency DC/DC converters
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF SynQor's 24 VDC input, quarter-brick converters support a 2:1 input voltage range from 18 to 36 V, with nine models from 1.5 to 15 VCD output. The new...
Surface mount LEDs with built-in domed lenses
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Lumex introduces two styles of surface-mount-technology light-emitting diodes (LEDs) that feature a combination of a built-in domed lens on top of a flat-bottomed...
Ultra-bright LEDs provide up to 5,000 mcd brightness
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF A full spectrum of ultra-bright LEDs that provide up to 5,000 mcd brightness for use in a range of display systems is new from Gilway Technical Lamp....
Small form factor fiber receiver
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Anadigics introduces an integrated fiber receiver designed for use in small form factor (SFF) modules for Gigabit Ethernet and Fibre Channel fiber optic...
8-bit, 250 Msp/s A/D converter
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, RF DESIGN STAFF Signal Processing Technologies (SPT) announces the SPT7721. The device is an 8-bit 250 Msp/s analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with fast sample rate and... Articles
Worldwide wireless data
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, Nikki Chandler More good news for engineers in the RF industry: Cahner's In-Stat Group has predicted that the wireless data market will grow from about 170 million subscribers...
It's now 2020
Nov 1, 2000 12:00 PM, Ernest Worthman Here we are at the end of the first year (OK, end of year zero for those of us with neurotic tendencies) of the new millennium. It seems like only yesterday... |
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