Anaren Develops sub-1 GHz Wireless Connectivity Module and BoosterPack for Texas Instruments MSP430(TM) MCU Value Line Launch...
December 01 2011 - 8:00AM
Anaren, Inc. (Nasdaq:ANEN) announced today a new sub-1 GHz radio
frequency (RF) module, based on the CC110L sub-1 GHz value line
transceiver from Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI). Additionally,
Anaren has developed TI's RF BoosterPack plug-in-board, containing
the CC110L-based module, which is compatible with TI's MSP430™
microcontroller (MCU) Value Line LaunchPad development kit. The new
A110LR09A module-based 430BOOST-CC110L RF BoosterPack, available
today from TI and authorized distributors, provides electronic
devices and equipment designers with a speedy and facile way to
develop and test wireless solutions using the popular MSP430
LaunchPad environment. The A110LR09A module is a high-performance,
dual-band FCC-certified and ETSI-compliant radio module that
incorporates TI's CC110L low-cost transceiver chip in the
industry's smallest package (9 x 16 x 2.5 mm). Operating in the ISM
bands at 868/915MHz, the A110LR09A is well-suited for applications
such as sensor networks, industrial monitoring and controls, home
and building automation solutions, remote control toys, among many
others.
Parallel to this initiative in which Anaren will supply its
CC110L-based AIR modules to TI, Anaren will also be offering its
own line of AIR-equipped BoosterPacks, featuring many of the
company's other AIR modules (including A1101R08A, A2500R24A and
A1101R09A).
"We're pleased to be supplying our AIR module equipped CC110L
BoosterPack in support of TI's exciting MSP430 LaunchPad
initiative," said Mark Bowyer, business development manager for AIR
with Anaren's Wireless Group. "We view the opportunity as a
validation of our AIR module technology and are confident the
ease-of-use value proposition of our AIR product line is a strong
match for the novel and ingenious design environment TI is
achieving with the MSP430 LaunchPad."
Bowyer added that "each new AIR-module BoosterPack will also
include Anaren's new 'BoosterStack' software solution" which allows
customers using the kit to leverage Anaren's ATC (Air Traffic
Control) GUI showing real-time monitoring of RF performance.
Anaren's BoosterStack source code will also be made available, so
prospective customers can easily leverage BoosterStack code in
their own applications.
"The software we're developing to support our AIR line and
demonstrate the strength of TI's sub-1 GHz low-power RF chips is
another step in our effort to simplify the design and widespread
use of low-power RF," said Bowyer. "Everything we do in both
hardware and software is aimed at minimizing risk of implementation
and maximizing link robustness for this emerging technology."
As with all AIR modules, Anaren's A110LR09A AIR module is
designed to help OEMs challenged with adding wireless capability to
new or existing devices. Leveraging Anaren's 40+ years in
microwave/RF technology and TI's renowned semiconductor technology,
the AIR module product family offers:
- Easy integration and implementation on existing or
newly-designed two-layer PCB
- Tiny common footprints across the product line
- Pre-certified to applicable standards to save time and
certification costs
- Choice of embedded or connectorized antenna
- 100% RF-tested in production
- Low power consumption
- Offering same-day connectivity -- test boards are available to
easily evaluate each module's performance, using TI's development
kits (CC1101DK and CC2500DK) and eZ-430 Development
Kits
- Supplied on tape and reel or matrix trays for easy integration
into automated assembly systems
E-OEM design engineers interested in learning more or securing
applications assistance are encouraged to contact Anaren, the
nearest TI sales representative, or their nearest AIR distributor
of choice (Arrow, Avnet, or Mouser).
ABOUT ANAREN: An innovative leader in microwave and RF
technology, Anaren designs and manufactures complex components and
subsystems for the consumer electronics, wireless infrastructure,
defense, and satellite markets. To learn more, visit
www.anaren.com
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CONTACT: John Hoeschele
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Tel: 315.432.8909
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