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January-June 2002

Showcasing of Malaysian made Unico DECT Phones at CeBit Australia 2002
Orange Communications Pte Ltd, the regional distributors for Digital Cordless Phones made by UNICO Technology Berhad, will be showcasing the latest models from the UNICO Lady Dect series at Cebit Australia 2002. The exhibition will be held in Sydney on 28 May 2002 to 30 May 2002.

See press release for full details.

Atmel Introduces Industry's First 2.4-GHz DECT Non-Blind-Slot RF Transceiver IC for Voice and Data Applications
The Atmel Corporation have announced the availability of a high-speed RF transceiver IC for DECT applications at 2.4 GHz. The T2802 is a solution for a wide range of data and voice applications such as residential cordless phones, WPBX, WLL and WLAN. Along with Atmel's well-known Low-Noise Amplifier/ Power Amplifier T7024, it forms a complete RF system for 2.4 GHz DECT systems.  

The T2802 includes image rejection mixer, IF amplifier; FM demodulator, baseband filter, RSSI, transmitter amplifier; power ramping generator for the power amplifier, integrated synthesizer and Voltage-Controlled Oscillator (VCO). The on-chip Gaussian-shaped transmitter filter (with a modulation compensation circuit for advanced closed loop modulation) and a fast phase-locked loop settling time (less than 30 microseconds) allows non-blind-slot operation, i.e. to use up to 12 handsets with the same base station. This feature also enables industry's highest data transmit bit rates (1.152 Mbit per second) which is especially important for fast data download (wireless internet access) and fast data transfer to printers (WLAN).

See press release for further details on the the T2802. Also see the picture.
Also see the semiconductors page.

Eatoni Ergonomics agrees with manufacturers to ship SMS enabled DECT phones with Letterwise
Eatoni have announced they have agreed deals with Siemens, Philips and Panasonic to  licence their Letterwise product to their DECT phones.

LetterWise will offer predictive-text support for 19 different major European languages on SMS enabled cordless DECT phones, effectively bringing the SMS market into landline-based home telephones.

Eatoni Ergonomics' LetterWise is software for predictive text entry on handheld devices. Since it is not dictionary based it easily enters proper names, slang URLs and invented language. One of the main benefits of this software it that it only requires, about 3K, which makes LetterWise attractive to phone manufacturers.

Wavelink Celebrates Sale of 1,000th KIRK DECT System
April 2002 marked an important milestone for Wavelink Communications with the sale of the 1,000th KIRK DECT cordless adjunct system. Described by Ilan Rubin, Wavelink’s Business Development Director, as "...a major achievement…", it reflects Wavelink’s rapid growth in becoming a leading supplier of Commercial cordless solutions in Australia and New Zealand in the last few years.

Along the way to reaching this significant achievement, Wavelink has managed to become one of the top 2 distributors of KIRK branded adjunct cordless systems in the world. KIRK is regarded as a leading developer of DECT technology and now enjoys around 65% of the European adjunct DECT cordless PABX market. A reflection of the close working relationship between Wavelink and KIRK was Wavelink’s representation on KIRK’s stand at CEBIT held in Hannover from 13-20 March, 2002, where integration of BASEPage messaging with KIRK DECT was demonstrated to a world audience.

For more details see Wavelink's press release.

RTX Telecom opens sales representation office in Seoul, South Korea
As part of RTX Telecom’s strategy to continue expansion of its sales activities and to be in closer contact with important customers and market areas, RTX Telecom has signed an agreement with the Korean company Imega regarding the representation of RTX Telecom in Korea.

Imega is a startup company that focuses on wireless communication products and technologies. The business vision for Imega is to act as the intermediate party in technology transfer projects involving both Korean companies and other enterprises in the international market.

For details see the press release.

Dataflex release new DECT range
The new DectGem Phoenix range is a DECT portable telephone handset with built-in Managed Call Routing and with the launch of the SMS model it will be the first phone to combine SMS and Call Routing and can offer full incoming and outgoing SMS messages to any mobile or PSTN SMS phone over the alternate providers network. Typically, Alternate Carriers offer the end customer savings of between 25%-70% over standard BT call tariffs. 

The Dataflex Phoenix range is an intelligent managed Dect phone and each unit can be upgraded remotely with new routing plans to offer best choice of minute tariffs from any one telephone carrier or mix of carriers. The Phoenix allows an alternate telephone operator or switchless Brand to offer residential customers a significantly more attractive proposition than BT Key differentiation is provided by the management platform which provides for ongoing flexibility on carrier provider and routing plans, together with a number of reports to assist with customer management and provide statistics on connection rates.

See their press release.

"Binatone MD 1500 clear winner in Europe-wide DECT survey"
Binatone's Micro DECT MD 1500 cordless took first place by a wide margin in the Europe-wide survey of DECT phones carried out by 'Connect' March issue, one of Germany's leading hi-technology magazines.

This innovative DECT telephone is packed with features such as caller display, built-in speakerphone and multi-functional backlit 2 line LCD. Nevertheless, the MD1500 was the second lowest priced unit in the test field.

This news came on top of recent UK sales figures from GfK, a European Market Research company, which showed Binatone UK sales at No.2 overall position in analogue and digital telephony.

See their press release.

Arkon Networks Launches Their New Low-Cost "Non GAP" DECT Digital Cordless Phone 
Arkon Networks Inc, have launched its VS II series DECT digital cordless phone. The VS II is an entry-level series targeted to be the lowest-cost DECT product range on the market today. The VSII series will be offered in two configurations: single handset and twin handset packs. 

The VS II designed for consumers who seek the superior audio quality and improved range of DECT over CT1, yet not wanting the expensive price nor excessive features. Arkon achieves this by offering a perfect balance between an essential feature set that is just enough without being excessive. Features include: DECT (non-GAP) protocol, Caller ID Type II (FSK, DTMF) with call log, 10 entry phonebook, last number redial, 3 ring melodies, handset paging and call transfer / intercom on twin handset packs.

This DECT digital cordless phone has already received commitments from European distributors who will roll it out across the UK, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Norway, Italy and Germany, under major technology brand names in 2002. 

The VS II is one of several new DECT series Arkon Networks will be launching in the first half of 2002 across Europe and Asia. The VS II will be on display at CeBIT in Hanover, Germany from March 13 to 20, 2002 (Hall 13, Stand C65, Booth #3).

See their full press release.

DECT Forum @ CeBIT - Live Webcast
For the latest news from a real person, rather than DECTweb's virtual presence, come and see the latest DECT developments on show at the DECT Forum stand at CeBIT 13-20 March 2002 Hall 15, Booth A14

Click here for DECT Forum CeBIT talks live webcast at
www.networkworld.de
14th March @ 1300 hours
15th March @ 1240 hours
20th March @ 1345 hours

Atmel Introduces Industry's First 2.4-GHz DECT Non-Blind-Slot RF Transceiver IC for Voice and Data Applications
The Atmel Corporation have announced the availability of a high-speed RF transceiver IC for DECT applications at 2.4 GHz. The T2802 is a solution for a wide range of data and voice applications such as residential cordless phones, WPBX, WLL and WLAN. Along with Atmel's well-known Low-Noise Amplifier/ Power Amplifier T7024, it forms a complete RF system for 2.4 GHz DECT systems.

The T2802 includes image rejection mixer, IF amplifier; FM demodulator, baseband filter, RSSI, transmitter amplifier; power ramping generator for the power amplifier, integrated synthesizer and Voltage-Controlled Oscillator (VCO). The on-chip Gaussian-shaped transmitter filter (with a modulation compensation circuit for advanced closed loop modulation) and a fast phase-locked loop settling time (less than 30 microseconds) allows non-blind-slot operation, i.e. to use up to 12 handsets with the same base station. This feature also enables industry's highest data transmit bit rates (1.152 Mbit per second) which is especially important for fast data download (wireless internet access) and fast data transfer to printers (WLAN).

See press release for further details on the the T2802. Also see the picture.

Details of Atmel's products can be found on the DECT & Semiconductors page.

Binatone Extends MicroDECT Product Range 
To help with demands for additional handsets around the home or office, Binatone has added the facility of additional handsets and chargers to their range of Micro Digital Cordless. The new series, which are now available as twin, triple and quad packages all require only one telephone socket.

This means incoming calls can be transferred between all handsets and the base station. Binatone have launched an entry level Micro Dect MD 500, right up to top of the range MD 2000 with a digital answering system, all of which have the availability of the alterative combinations.

Binatone has also added further options including; a choice of attractive interchangeable front fascias, a headset for hands free listening, speakerphone in each handset and the latest backlit blue LCD readout.

The range now available for shipping is: -
Entry level: MD 500 (available as a single, twin, triple and quad)
MD750 with answer system: (single, twin, triple and quad)
MD1000 (Single, twin and Quad)
MD1500 (Single and twin)
MD 2000 with answer system: (single, twin and quad)

For full details on this range of products see the Residential Page.

COBS Teleteknik AB introduces a new system "COBS ALERT System 2000"
COBS Teleteknik AB  has announced the introduction of a new system, the "COBS ALERT System 2000", with built in positioning features in an internal wireless telephone system. The COBS ALERT System 2000, handles and prioritizes messaging and alarms in complex environment where everything from fire alarm to personnel alarms and notification messaging are integrated. The new system will also be on show at CeBIT (Hall 027 stand F38/9) 13-20.3.2002.

See press release for further details.

Goldtop 2000 upgrade their DCT107 model & release new DCT 400
Goldtop 2000 have announced that it has upgraded its DCT107 Residential Phone to include optional Backlight LCD and keypad, further details on this product can be found on the Residential Domestic Cordless Phones A-G  page.

The company have also announced a new model, the DCT400 new mini DECT Residential Phone. Further details on this product can be found on the Residential Domestic Cordless Phones A-G  page. The new DECT phone will also be on show for the coming CeBIT Conference -  Booth No. 30, Hall13 Stand C65.

New Chipset Enhances DECT Handset Performance for Kirk
Kirk have announced that its KIRK Z-3040 handset has been enhanced with a  number of hardware and software developments to improve performance. Effective immediately, the KIRK Z-3040 handset is now equipped with a new chipset, which offers a number of significant benefits. These include:

• Talk time of the handset is increased from 10 hours to a massive 20 hours, allowing the phone to operate for up to ~2-3 days without requiring a recharge.

• The time required for the handset to "handover" a call between base stations has been effectively halved. This, combined with changes to the handover software algorithm, ensures that call dropouts as users move around their workplace are greatly diminished.

• An improved aerial also enhances handset performance.

Further details on these enhancements can be found on the press release. 

Amphion enhances ADPCM IP Cores 
Amphion Semiconductor Ltd., have announces enhancements to its communications family of plug-and-play IP core solutions for multi-channel ITU-compliant ADPCM speech coding in 130nm ASIC and high-density FPGA integrated circuit designs.

The CS4000 family of ADPCM cores delivers up to 3470 simplex, or 1735 duplex, speech channels for cost-effective implementation of high-end telecommunications systems. For example, in metropolitan area networks (MANs) adhering to OC-192 and requiring 129,024 duplex voice channels, Amphion can enable a single ADPCM ASIC that requires only 75 instantiations of the CS4590 (3M logic gates total, less than 35 nanowatts per channel) along with 72MB of system memory.  In contrast, a high performance DSP solution would require over 2,000 instantiations at approximately 4 milliwatts per channel plus memory.

Further details on these enhancements can be found on the press release. 

Arkon Networks Wins Best of Innovations at CES 2002
Arkon's G24 Internet Communicator System is selected for the award in Telephony Design. The company have won "Best of Innovations" at CES 2002 for its G24 Internet Communicator System, the world's first 2-in-1 multi-handset digital cordless phone and wireless modem for Palm OS handheld computers. The company also won this award last year with with the Parafone. 

The G24 Internet Communicator System is a digital wireless communication solution for Handspring Visor handheld computers, that integrates wireless voice and data

For more details see the Arkon press release.

Earlier news may be found in the DECTnews archive