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 Advantech
will soon be phasing-in their new PC/104 form factor GPS module,
the PCM-3291. Just like the PCM-3290A GPS Module it will replace,
the PCM-3291 is designed with sophisticated satellite technology
to locate and track any location in the world, in real-time. However,
improvements in the PCM-3291's operating temperature capacity
have allowed it to be used in even more applications than the
PCM-3290A. Using a Rockwell 12-channel GPS engine that provides
differential input for the use of DGPS to assure pinpoint accuracy,
the PCM-3291 offers a wide range of GPS functions such as position,
navigation, satellite and timing information for the use in embedded-PC
navigation systems.
Improved Temperature Range Increases Capability
 The
PCM-3291 demonstrates Advantech's focus on built-in quality and
reliability. The most notable difference between the PCM-3290A
and the PCM-3291, is the operating temperature range. The PCM-3290A
has a -10° C ~ 60° C operating
temperature range. The new PCM-3291 now offers an extended
operating temperature range of -30°
C ~ 75° C. Combine this with the rugged industrial
grade construction and the new application possibilities become
apparent. Also, another important factor is that this improvement
was achieved without a significant increase in the price of the
PCM-3291 compared to the PCM-3290A.
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here to view PCM-3291 Datasheet Information
The temperature
range increase opens the PCM-3291 to even more cold and hot weather
outdoor applications as well as other temperature critical embedded
applications. As mobile embedded applications become more and
more commonplace, the ability to withstand higher or lower temperatures
will become an industry standard. Advantech has been working hard
making sure their product testing, design and QC support these
market needs.
Eased
Restrictions Mean Better Accuracy
The US DOD
(Department of Defense) has recently discontinued Selective Availability
(SA) used to degrade the accuracy of GPS This removal went into
effect May 1st, 2000. This liberalization, which meant setting
the SA to 0, gives normal users much more accuracy for their GPS
products. This gives system integrators more accuracy to use GPS
in different ways, thus increasing the need for rugged and capable
GPS embedded products.
Availability
This PCM-3291
will be available in August, 2000, with the PCM-3290A being phased
out by the end of September. Contact
Advantech anytime at epc@advantech.com.tw
to find out more about this new product or any other embedded
products we offer. You may also contact your local Advantech representative
for more information. Use the following part number for more information:
PCM-3291-0000 PC/104 GPS Module (with antenna included)
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