RF Micro Devices Introduces Two New Silicon-Based Dual-Mode CDMA Upconverters
GREENSBORO, N.C.(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 18, 1999--RF Micro Devices, Inc. (Nasdaq: RFMD), a leading provider of proprietary radio frequency integrated circuits (RFICs) for wireless communications applications, has introduced the RF2638 and the RF2641 -- two complete dual-mode upconverters designed for cellular and PCS CDMA applications.
The RF2638 operates from a single 3.0V power supply to deliver +13dBm output IP3 with a conversion gain of 0dB. In addition to serving as a CDMA upconverter, the component can be used as a direct BPSK modulator.
The RF2641 also operates at 3.0V, delivering a +5.5dBm output IP3 with a higher conversion gain of 7dB. Designed for use as a general-purpose upconverter or BPSK modulator, the RF2641 supports dual-mode operation and features a double-balanced mixer.
Operating from 500MHz-2500MHz, both the RF2638 and the RF2641 are intended for applications such as PCS/cellular CDMA systems, PHS 1500/WLAN 2400 systems, micro-cell PCS base stations and portable battery-powered equipment.
Both the RF2638 and RF2641 are manufactured using an advanced silicon process technology (Si BJT) and produced in miniature MSOP-8 packages. Both devices are available for immediate shipment at $1.20 per unit in order quantities of 10,000.
The two new upconverters are part of RFMD's Silicon innovations(SM) line of micro devices for wireless telecommunications. They are designed as part of the RFMD(TM) PCS/Cellular CDMA chip set, which includes either upconverter, a transmit IF AGC amp, a receive LNA/mixer and a receive IF AGC amp.
For a complete listing of RFMD(TM) products and services, refer to the company's Designer's Handbook. Free copies in print or CD-ROM format are available directly from RFMD by calling 336/664-1233, extension 6652, or sending an e-mail request to afinney@rfmd.com.
RF Micro Devices, Inc., an ISO 9001 certified manufacturer, designs, develops, manufactures and markets proprietary RFICs for wireless communications applications such as cellular and PCS phones, cordless phones, wireless LANs, wireless local loop handsets, industrial radios, wireless security systems and remote meter readers. The Company offers a broad array of products - including amplifiers, mixers, modulators/demodulators, and single-chip receivers, transmitters and transceivers - that represent a substantial majority of the RFICs required in wireless subscriber equipment. The Company's strategy is to focus on wireless markets by offering a broad range of standard and custom designed RFICs in order to position itself as a "one-stop" solution for its customers' RFIC needs. RF Micro Devices, Inc. is traded on the Nasdaq National Market under the symbol RFMD.
This press release contains forward-looking statements that relate to the Company's plans, objectives, estimates and goals. Words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes" and "estimates," and variations of such words and similar expressions, identify such forward-looking statements. The Company's business is subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including probable variability in the Company's quarterly operating results, manufacturing capacity constraints, risks associated with the Company's operation of its current wafer fabrication facility and the proposed construction of an additional facility, dependence on a limited number of customers, variability in production yields, the Company's ability to manage rapid growth, dependence on third parties and risks associated with doing business in Asia and other areas of the world. These and other risks and uncertainties, which are described in more detail in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, could cause actual results and developments to be materially different from those expressed or implied by any of these forward-looking statements.
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For further information about RFMD, the new RF2638 or the new RF2641, please visit our home page at rfmd.com .
Product photography available upon request -- please contact Angie Finney at 336/664-1233, extension 6652.
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Business: Greg Thompson
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