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ON Semiconductor Improves Imaging Performance
for High Resolution Industrial Applications
ONSemiconductor (Nasdaq:ON), drivingenergyefficient
innovations, is improving performance for industrial
imaging applications that require both high resolution
image capture and maximum image uniformity.
The new 29 megapixel KAI-29052 image sensor provides
up to twice the imaging sensitivity of the existing KAI-
29050 in the wavelength range of 500 nanometer (nm)
to 1050 nm. This improved performance is particularly
beneficial to applications operating in near-infrared (NIR)
wavelengths, such as 850 nm. This enhanced pixel design
retains isolation of charge from one photodiode to another,
enabling this increase in sensitivity without any reduction to
image sharpness (Modulation Transfer Function, or MTF). In
addition, an improved amplifier design reduces read noise
by 15%, increasing the linear dynamic range available from
the device to 66 decibel (dB). With these enhancements, the
KAI-29052 serves as a new performance benchmark for high
resolution image capture.
“The evolving needs of industrial imaging applications such as
high end security, machine vision, and aerial surveillance and
mapping require continued advancements in the portfolio of
image sensors serving this market,” said Herb Erhardt, Vice
President and GM, Industrial Solutions Division, Image Sensor
Group at ON Semiconductor. “The enhanced performance
available from the KAI-29052 is a further demonstration of
ON Semiconductor’s ongoing commitment to provide the
most advanced CCD and CMOS image sensors for these
demanding markets.”
The KAI-29052 is now available in a RoHS-compliant CPGA-
72 package in Monochrome, Bayer Color, and Sparse Color
configurations, and is fully pin compatible not only with the
existing KAI-29050 image sensor but also a full family of 5.5
micron and 7.4 micron CCD image sensors, enabling camera
manufacturers to quickly adopt the new device.
Evaluation kits for ON Semiconductor’s full family of Interline
Transfer CCD image sensors are now available, allowing the
performance of devices such as the KAI-29052 to be examined
and reviewed under real-world conditions. Customers can order
an evaluation kit by contacting their local ON Semiconductor
sales representative or authorized distributor. More information
on the KAI-29052 is available on the company’s blog.
Belden Compliant with Mandatory New EU
Radio Equipment Directive
Belden Inc., a global leader in signal transmission solutions
for mission-critical applications, confirmed today its
compliance with the new Radio Equipment Directive (RED)
2014/53/EU. All Hirschmann wireless solutions fully adhere
to the new guidelines, including the OpenBAT, BAT450-F,
BAT867R and BAT-C Industrial Wireless LAN access points/
clients, as well as all OWL Industrial Cellular Routers.
The new RED replaces the former R&TTE (Radio and
Telecommunication Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC)
after a year-long transition period. All radio products shipped
to the European Union on or after June 13 must conform with
the new directive. While some radio equipment manufacturers
faced challenges in meeting the deadline, all Hirschmann
affected radio devices are RED-compliant on time.
Per the European Commission, the new RED ensures a single
market for radio equipment by setting essential requirements for
safety and health, electromagnetic compatibility and the efficient
use of the radio spectrum. This applies to all products using the
radio frequency spectrum, including Hirschmann products.
To meet the new requirements defined by RED, Hirschmann
devices with the HiLCOS operating system (OpenBAT,
BAT450-F and BAT867-R) are now being produced with new
software versions (09.12.5700 and 09.14.5700).
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