Texas Instruments Inc. announced the availability of the CC2538 system-on-chip (SoC). The integrated ZigBee solution, the CC2538 is cost-efficient with an ARM(R) Cortex(TM) -M3 MCU, memory and hardware accelerators on one piece of silicon. The CC2538 supports ZigBee PRO, ZigBee Smart Energy and ZigBee Home Automation and lighting standards to deliver interoperability with existing and future ZigBee products. The SoC also supports IP standards-based development using IEEE 802.15.4 and 6LoWPAN IPv6 networks for maximum flexibility. Additional features and benefits of the CC2538: efficient processing for centralized networks and reduced bill of materials cost through integrated ARM Cortex-M3 core; support smart energy infrastructure applications with scalable memory options from 128K to 512K Flash; sustain a mesh network with hundreds of end nodes via integrated 8K to 32K RAM options that are pin-for-pin compatible for maximum flexibility; enable a secure, fast bring-up a system while using less energy through AES-128/256, SHA2 integrated hardware encryption engine, optional ECC-128/256, and RSA hardware acceleration engine for secure key exchange; optimized for battery-powered applications using only 1.3uA in sleep mode; temperature operation up to 125 degrees Celsius; and support fast digital management--no interfaces are required externally or between system-on-chip components. The CC2538 development kit (CC2538DK) provides a complete development platform for the CC2538 allowing users to see all functionality without additional layout. It comes with high-performance CC2538 evaluation modules (CC2538EMK) and mother boards with an integrated ARM Cortex-M3 debug probe for software development and peripherals including an LCD, buttons, LEDs, light sensor and accelerometer for creating demo software. The boards are also compatible with the company's SmartRF(TM) Studio for running RF performance tests. The CC2538 supports current and future Z-Stack releases from the company and over the air downloads of software for easier upgrades in the field. The CC2538 comes in an 8mm x 8mm QFN56 package and is available through authorized distributors for under $3.00 in high volumes.

Texas Instruments Inc. introduced two high-current, low-dropout (LDO) linear voltage regulators with excellent noise and power supply rejection ratio (PSRR) performance in very small, easy-to-use packages. The 250-mA LP5907 and 800-mA LP38798 LDOs feature less than 10-uVrms output noise over the 10-Hz to 100-kHz bandwidth, eliminating the need for expensive and bulky filtering in a wide range of high-performance applications. Designed to meet the requirements of RF and analog circuits in applications such as mobile handsets, tablets and WiFi devices, the LP5907 linear regulator provides ultra-low noise, high PSRR, low quiescent current and low line or load transient response figures. Using innovative design techniques, the LP5907 offers noise performance without a bypass capacitor, and includes the ability for remote output capacitor placement. The device is designed to work with 1-uF input and output ceramic capacitors, and when used in conjunction with the WEBENCH(R) online design tool, the LP5907 speeds and simplifies the design process. LP5907 key features and benefits: output noise of less than 10-uVrms provides a clean supply for noise-sensitive applications; PSRR of 75 dB at 1 kHz keeps a noisy supply from reaching target application; output voltage range between 1.2 V and 4.5 V in 25 mV steps enables a variety of designs; and very small 0.65-mm by 0.65-mm by 0.40-mm micro SMD package allows placement very close to target application. The LP38798 is a high-performance linear regulator capable of supplying 800-mA of output current. Designed to meet the requirements of sensitive RF and analog circuitry in applications such as basestations, the LP38798 features a unique linear topology on an advanced CMOS process to deliver ultra-low output noise and high PSRR at switching power supply frequencies. The LP38798 is stable with both ceramic and tantalum output capacitors and requires a minimum output capacitance of just 1-uF for stability. LP38798 key features and benefits: output noise of 5 uVrms provides a clean supply for noise-sensitive applications; PSRR of 90 dB at 10 kHz keeps a noisy supply from reaching target application; wide operating input voltage range of 3 V to 20 V; and very small 4.0-mm by 4.0-mm by 0.8-mm WSON package allows for placement very close to target application. The LP5907 and LP39798 LDOs are available in volume now from TI and its authorized distributors. Offered in 5-pin SOT-23, 4-pin micro SMD and 4-pin DSBGA packages, the LP5907 is priced at $0.23 in 1,000-unit quantities. The LP39798 is offered in a 12-pin WSON package with thermal pad and is price at $1.30.

Texas Instruments Inc. DLP(R) Products announced DLP(R) LightCrafter(TM) 4500, the newest offering from TI DLP that empowers developers with all the tools necessary to bring intelligent display DLP technology and the power of light together to create real-world products and solutions for a range of industries. Joining the original DLP LightCrafter -- DLP's most successful development kit to date -- and other available DLP components, DLP LightCrafter 4500 offers a targeted feature set for easier creation of portable and stationary 3D measurement tools for machine vision and quality control scenarios, medical imaging devices for dental and retinal scanning, spectrometers, augmented reality devices, and more. With Texas Instruments' 0.45-inch WXGA resolution DLP4500 chipset at its core (available now as a standalone product in two configurations), and a high brightness, 150 lumen LED light engine, the compact DLP LightCrafter 4500 is capable of helping turn ideas into prototypes, and prototypes into products, faster. In addition to the DLP4500 chipset, DLP LightCrafter 4500 incorporates the new DLPC350 digital controller that brings the chipset's more than 1.03M micromirrors to life. An available structured light mode allows for one-to-one mapping of the input data to the micromirrors, and pattern rates up to 4225 Hz per second (up to 120 Hz with 24-, 27-, and 30-bit RGB patterns), while a video projection mode offers programmable color adjustment, color space conversion, and digamma. Additionally, the DLPC350 can produce two input/output trigger signals for synchronization of multiple cameras, sensors, and other peripherals, as well as enable interactive display capabilities with moving objects. A full connectivity suite of mini HDMI, USB, I2C and 24-bit RGB FPD-link ports makes it easier to combine DLP LightCrafter 4500 with other devices to further enhance usability and product integration. A Linux-based GUI provides users with fast access to adjust settings when DLP LightCrafter 4500 is connected to a PC. DLP LightCrafter 4500 will be available for purchase in summer of 2013, with a suggested retail prices of $1,299.