Cimarron Technologies
With the addition of versatile hardware options, Cimarron Technologies’ Skymark VehicleTracker now allows dispatchers to view mapping software in both digital or database formats over a Cellular Digital Packet Data network. The digital map is a scanned image of a paper map, while the database mapping offers additional features including daily report writing, compatibility in a network environment, exact address lookup, alert of vehicles entering and exiting user-defined locations and communication via status text terminals. (800) 487-7184.
Liebert Corp.
Liebert Corp. introduced two direct current power systems for communications applications including wireless switching, data routing or wireless switches. The Liebert Helios DC System and Powertame Systems deliver up to 4000 amps to meet the power requirements for medium and large communications applications such as DC powering of central office, broadband transport, remote switching, wireless and Web hosting sites. Liebert noted that the Helios Distribution Bay supports secondary distribution requirements as well. (800) 877-9222.
Antenna Specialists
Antenna Specialists added two new cellular/GPS dual-system antennas to its Medallion series of low profile antennas. The ASPD8891TGPS and the ASPD8894TGPS models combine active GPS location identification with broadband cellular for complete frequency range coverage without tuning, according to the company. The ASPD8891TGPS is a permanent 0.75-inch through-hole installation, while the ASPD8894TGPS is a temporary magnet mount model. Both models feature a high impact molded radome with an ultrasonic seal to protect the GPS engine against extreme weather conditions. Both antennas ship with 15 feet of RG-58/U cable and a TNC male connector for cellular installations, along with 15 feet of RG-174/U cable with SMA male connectors for GPS. (440) 349-8400.
Keithley Instruments
Measurement solution provider Keithley Instruments Inc. introduced its Model 7016A Multiplexer Switch Card. The new unit includes a bandwidth exceeding 2 GHz, and according to the company, is ideal for high-volume production testing of multimode, multiband wireless communication devices. The 7016A is configured as two 50 Ohm, bi-directional 1×4 multiplexers, each designed to display high radio-frequency performance with low insertion loss and high isolation. The new model can be used with Keithley’s Model 7001 and 7002 Switching Systems which are supported by other cards including reed relays and solid state switched, multiplexers and matrices, high voltage, low current and combination cards. (888) 534-8453.
Spinner
Spinner North America is offering an open, short and load 7-16 coaxial component calibration kit providing scalar and vector network analysis. The type OSL kit consists of individual components for testing, and is engineered to meet standards including mechanical tolerances based on International Electrotechnical Commission rating. Spinner noted that the kit’s stray capacity of “short” components is determined by a polynomial, while the broadband “load” incorporates an extremely low reflection rate reaching nearly the cutoff frequency of a line system. (770) 263-6326.
Motorola
Motorola Inc. launched unique software engineered to expand the application and utility of its iDENplus Series handsets. The iDEN Organizer is a personal computer-based software application used to program call lists into iDENplus portables from the user’s PC. Motorola noted that the new software is compatible with Microsoft Windows and i500plus, i700plus and i1000plus models. Motorola also introduced new mobile radios designed for the transportation, utility and construction industries where instant communications with drivers, crews and personnel are important. The new CDM Series includes several models-CDM750, CDM1250 and CDM 1550-incorporating features exclusive to two-way radios, such as the talk-group capability allowing communications exclusively with designated groups of workers and discreet emergency signaling. In addition the CDM 1550 operates on any UHF LTR trunking system, giving users a wider calling area, faster channel access and greater privacy, according to Motorola. (800) 422-4210.
Cambridge Silicon Radio
Cambridge Silicon Radio unveiled BlueCore, a test kit for Bluetooth that enables developer of the wireless technology to run tests on a personal computer using Micorsoft’s Windows operating systems. The kit provides a fully compliant Bluetooth system for data and voice communications including BlueCore 01 IC Flash Memory, a crystal reference and antenna. In addition, the kit works with optional software tools allowing Bluetooth host applications to be developed for the PC and other target platforms. It can be linked with development tools for creating Bluetooth embedded systems on CSR’s own BlueCore IP and is interoperable with Ericsson and Digianswer evaluation kits. (+44) 122-342-4167.
Agilent Technologies
Agilent Technologies Inc. introduced three state- and timing-analysis modules for its 16700 series of logic analyzers, allowing engineers to capture data on buses operating at clock speeds up to 400 MHz and also provide up to 32 megabits of memory depth and 2 GHz timing analysis on all channels. The new modules support Agilent’s “eye-finder” technology, which automatically adjusts the setup and hold window on each logic analyzer channel for optimal data capture, according to Agilent. (800) 452-4844 ext. 7023.
SoftWright
SoftWright L.L.C. released a new version of its personal computer-based software used to insure reliable radio communications for industries. The new software uses digitized maps with topography information as well as user-adjustable computer models of radio coverage for closed circuit surveillance camera, television and FM broadcasting, personal communications services, cellular telephones, paging, remote control systems, and security and commercial two-way radio system design. In addition, SoftWright announced its RFYellow database is the oldest dedicated Internet search engine for finding products and services for everyone relying on the radio communications industry. The database now includes nearly 2000 companies and can quickly locate Web sites and send e-mail messages directly to the listed companies. SoftWright noted there are listings and direct links to industry trade shows, radio communication organizations, regulatory agencies and access to real on-line radio industry related magazines on the database. (303) 344-5486.
Wireless Link
Wireless Link Corp. launched its next-generation Cellular Voice and Data Modem radio modem. According to the company, the new modem was designed to reduce the time to market for systems integrators and applications developers by acting as a `data pipe’ insulating the developer from the software overhead associated with managing MicroBurst communications. (408) 719-1100.
Tecore
Scalable switching solutions provider Tecore unveiled Zone Billing software application for its AirCore mobile switching center. Tecore said the new software combines all of the capabilities in a network switching subsystem with support for high-speed data and IP protocols. In addition to macro wireless networks, the AirCore software can be deployed in a variety of applications including community networks, wireless office, wireless Private Branch eXchange and campus networks. Tecore also reported that the Zone Billing feature enables operators to define up to 100 zones within its network based on a grouping of cells. The zones are assigned to four different levels of each subscriber. Based on the zone the call is placed in or moves to, the billing system can adjust the rate of the call charged to the subscriber. Zone Billing also supports multiple wireless protocols, including Global System for Mobile communications, Code Division Multiple Access, Time Division Mul
tiple Access and Advanced Mobile Phone Service, according to Tecore. (410) 872-6000.
Ophir RF
Ophir RF’s 5080 amplifier is a multi-octave, high gain, high-power class A amplifier designed for both EMC and communications applications. The amplifier’s AC input is auto-switching so it can be used transparently in either a 120 VAC or 220 VAC environment, and it only needs 0 dBm to achieve 100 watts of saturated output power. With a bandwidth of 800 MHz to 4.2 GHz, the amplifier allows for operation in applications ranging from cellular to personal communications services to wireless local loop bands and above with the linearity expected from a class A amplifier. (310) 306-5556.
