Product category: Communications ICs (Wireless)
News Release from: Texas Instruments (April 2001-March 2006)
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial Team on 12 June 2002
Bluetooth makes PlayStation2 peripheral
wireless
Logitech has selected TI's TRF6001 Bluetooth transceiver for its second-generation cordless gamepad, a gaming peripheral for the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system.
Logitech has selected TI's TRF6001 Bluetooth transceiver for its second-generation cordless gamepad, a gaming peripheral for the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system A low-cost, highly integrated 2.4GHz RF transceiver, the TRF6001 will deliver a robust, low-cost wireless connection between the gamepad and the PS2
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 8 Nov 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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Logitech previously selected the TRF6001 for its popular Wingman Cordless Rumblepad for PC.
"With the success of our first engagement with TI on the Rumblepad, it was logical to build on our partnership with an expanded range of products", said Ted Hoff, vice president and general manager of Logitech's Interactive Entertainment Business Unit.
"We look forward to expanding our portfolio in the cordless domain, further leveraging TI's demonstrated strength in this area".
TI will demonstrate the new Logitech controller this week on Booth 313 at Bluetooth Congress 2002 in Amsterdam.
Other Bluetooth applications based on TI Bluetooth solutions, such as gaming, USB dongle and human interface devices (HIDs) will also be demonstrated in the booth.
"Wireless is clearly gaining momentum in the ever popular gaming market.
The market is eager to shed corded connections and wireless is a cool technology", said Ari Rauch, General Manager of TI Short Distance Wireless.
"Logitech's choice of the TRF6001 for its next-generation gamepad reinforces its support for TI's solutions.
TI is proud to continue our work with a world leader in gaming accessories".
The TRF6001 offers enhanced receiver sensitivity of -85dBm, which is 15dB better than required by the Bluetooth specification.
This superior sensitivity provides device manufacturers and end users with one of the largest operating ranges available and delivers best-in-class performance when faced with device interference, improving wireless link robustness in heavy usage areas such as the home or office.
The TRF6001 is packaged in a small outline 5 x 5mm, 56 MicroStar Junior BGA package and is fully Rev 1.1 certified.
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