RF Micro Devices Introduces Downconverter for Digital Cellular Use
December 28, 1999
GREENSBORO, N.C. RF Micro Devices, Inc. (Nasdaq: RFMD), a leading provider of proprietary radio frequency integrated circuits (RFICs) for wireless communications applications, has developed the RF2459, a 3V PCS downconverter for 1500MHz to 2500MHz band usage.
The RF2459 is a monolithic integrated downconverter for PCS, PHS and WLAN applications such as CDMA/TDMA/DCS 1900 PCS systems and PHS 1500/WLAN 2400 systems. In addition, the RF2459 can be used as a general-purpose downconverter or included in micro-cell PCS base stations and portable battery-powered equipment. Containing a double-balanced Gilbert cell mixer and a balanced IF output, the mixer s high third-order intercept point makes it ideal for digital cellular applications.
Manufactured with an advanced GaAs HBT (gallium arsenide heterojunction bipolar transistor) process, the RF2459 features a single 3V power supply and extremely high dynamic range. The IC contains all of the required components to implement the RF functions of the downconverter.
Shipped in MSOP-8 packaging, the RF2459 is available for immediate shipment at $1.02 per unit in order quantities of 10,000.
For a complete listing of RFMD(TM) products and services, refer to the company s Designer s Handbook. Free copies in print or CD-ROM format are available directly from RFMD by calling 336.664.1233, extension 6652, or sending an e-mail request to afinney@rfmd.com.
RF Micro Devices, Inc., an ISO 9001-certified manufacturer, designs, develops, manufactures and markets proprietary RFICs for wireless communications applications such as cellular and PCS phones, cordless phones, wireless LANs, wireless local loop handsets, industrial radios, wireless security systems and remote meter readers. The Company offers a broad array of products -- including amplifiers, mixers, modulators/demodulators, and single-chip receivers, transmitters and transceivers -- that represents a substantial majority of the RFICs required in wireless subscriber equipment. The Company s strategy is to focus on wireless markets by offering a broad range of standard and custom designed RFICs in order to position itself as a "one-stop" solution for its customers RFIC needs. RF Micro Devices, Inc. is traded on the Nasdaq National Market under the symbol RFMD.
This press release contains forward-looking statements that relate to the Company s plans, objectives, estimates and goals. Words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," and "estimates," and variations of such words and similar expressions identify such forward-looking statements. The Company s business is subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including probable variability in the Company s quarterly operating results, manufacturing capacity constraints, risks associated with the Company s operation of its current wafer fabrication facility and the proposed construction of an additional facility, dependence on a limited number of customers, variability in production yields, the Company s ability to manage rapid growth, dependence on third parties and risks associated with doing business in Asia and other areas of the world. These and other risks and uncertainties, which are described in more detail in the Company s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, could cause actual results and developments to be materially different from those expressed or implied by any of these forward-looking statements.
RF Micro Devices(R) and RFMD(TM) are trademarks of RF Micro Devices, Inc. All other tradenames, trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For further information about RFMD or the new RF2459, please visit our home page at http://www.rfmd.com
Product photography available upon request -- please contact Angie Finney at 336.664.1233, extension 6652.
CONTACT: RF Micro Devices, Inc., Greensboro Business Contact: Kris Rausch, 336/664-1233 Technical Contact: Mike Coady, 336/664-1233
Mike Coady, 336/664-1233
E-mail: afinney@rfmd.com
Web site: http://www.rfmd.com
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