BOSTON, Sept. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Trimble (Nasdaq: TRMB)
introduced today its smallest embedded Global Positioning System (GPS)
receiver for timing applications -- the Lassen(TM) PT module. With major
advancements in performance, power consumption and size, the mini Lassen PT
module enables system integrators to add precise GPS or UTC time and
synchronization to many products where cost or size had previously been a
limitation.
The announcement was made at the Embedded Systems Conference.
Precise timing and synchronization is vital to today's wireless
infrastructure, efficiently controlling the flow of network information data
to maximize the use of bandwidth. Backed by Trimble's more than 20 years of
experience, innovation, and long-term commitment to the market, the Lassen PT
provides a low-cost, easy to use, highly accurate and reliable GPS timing
source for the telecommunications, broadcast synchronization, power
transmission and wireless industries.
Prior to the Lassen PT, many timing applications used smart antennas for
system synchronization. The small, 3.3 volt Lassen PT now enables integrators
to embed precise GPS timing in their actual application. The module's tiny
form factor (26mm x 26mm x 0.24mm) -- about the size of a postage stamp
-- includes a metal shield, and can easily fit into most applications.
Timing features of the Lassen PT include Automatic Self-Survey to ensure
accurate reference position for improved timing accuracy; the Overdetermined
Timing Mode in static timing applications to provide a very precise solution;
Timing Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring (TRAIM) to assure high PPS
integrity in Overdetermined Timing Mode; and others. The modular design also
allows for reduced integration time and low implementation risk.
In addition, Trimble's Lassen PT enables greatly increased network
security. Its implementation can be made completely inside the network
firewall, allowing for an independent, traceable and dependable GPS timing and
synchronization source for the ultimate in network security without an
Internet connection.
Trimble's developer's kits include: the Lassen PT GPS module mounted on
an interface board in a durable metal enclosure, an active, external 3.3Vdc
Bullet antenna, 75 feet of RG-6 cable (TNC-TNC), TNC to SMA adapter, AC/DC
power adapter, a starter kit enclosure including a motherboard that provides
serial output, and a serial interface cable. A reference manual and monitor
programs are provided on CD-ROM. Lassen PT uses Trimble Standard Interface
Protocol (TSIP) and NMEA.
The Lassen PT GPS module and developers kit is expected to be available in
the fourth quarter of 2003 through Trimble's worldwide sales organization.
About Trimble
Trimble is a leading innovator of Global Positioning System (GPS)
technology. In addition to providing advanced GPS components, Trimble augments
GPS with other positioning technologies as well as wireless communications and
software to create complete customer solutions. Trimble's worldwide presence
and unique capabilities position the Company for growth in emerging
applications including surveying, automobile navigation, machine guidance,
asset tracking, wireless platforms, and telecommunications infrastructure.
Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif., Trimble has more than
2,000 employees in more than 20 countries worldwide.
For an interactive look at company news and products, visit Trimble's Web
site at http://www.trimble.com .
SOURCE Trimble
 back to top
Related links:
http://www.trimble.com
CONTACT:
Brian Siegel, Investor Relations,
+1-408-481-6914, or Ann McNabb, Media, +1-408-481-7808, or
leaann_mcnabb@trimble.com, both of Trimble
|
