Socket Communications Announces KwikBlueTM Bluetooth Modules
Socket Communications, Inc. announced that its Embedded Systems Group has launched its
new Bluetooth modules for integration into PDAs, peripherals, industrial automation equipment, and many other products.
Socket's KwikBlueTM Bluetooth modules coupled with Socket's field-proven software protocol stack
and value-added integration services are ideal for companies that want to add Bluetooth wireless connectivity to their product solutions.
Design wins already field-tested or going into production include PDAs, mobile printers, serial dongles, industrial automation equipment,
bar code scanning, and conference room whiteboard connectivity.
KwikBlue modules are available in Surface Mount Device (SMD) packaging as well as highly integrated small footprint board-to-board
connectible packages with an on-board antenna. The basic integrated package includes the KwikBlue SMD module for easy "drop-in design"
to existing products. Socket offers complete design-in engineering services that can supply variations of the basic package to meet
customer specifications for functionality and space limitations. Special features include Socket's field upgradeable connectivity
implementation, special purpose "Virtual Machines" (embedded customized user applications and interfaces), software configuration, power
management, external antenna connections, and more.
Bluetooth wireless technology has been refined over the last few years with standards being revised and updated by the dedicated
Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG). Socket's KwikBlue modules have been awarded v1.1 qualification by the Bluetooth Qualification
Body (BQB) and have FCC Modular Approval. FCC Modular Approval is essentially a pre-approval of most of the required FCC testing and
simplifies the FCC certification process for companies seeking to integrate Bluetooth wireless connectivity into their products.
SOURCE: Socket Communications, Inc. via Business Wire
