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Re: CompactFLASH 900 MHz radios (was: VGA PDA alternative, USB, WiFi,

From: "Brian Empey, P.Eng." <>
Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2004 10:39:06 -0700

Tony Havelka wrote:
> 
> > Why Compact FLASH for 802.11b?
> > ------------------------------
> > Because 802.11b is not a good solution for any portable
> > device period. This leaves options like putting in a GSM
> > radio for certain applications, or BlueTooth or ZigBee, which
> > make a lot more sense for the real world. 802.11b is such a
> > power hog, the only portables with big enough batteries are
> > lap-tops, and even then it won't last a single shift
> > (8-hours) on one charge. For real-world applications,
> > carrying a Sears Die-Hard car battery along isn't acceptable!
> 
> I agree, the CF form factor is becoming more widely supported.  You can get
> almost anything on a CF card now.
> 
> -Tony

2 QUESTIONS
===========

#1
Has anyone seen any 900 MHz low-power radios in a Compact FLASH config?

#2
Would anyone be interested in a 900 MHz low-power radio in a Compact FLASH
configuration with idle power around 1mA And TX power <10% of the best WiFi
units (~17mA), and a range up to at least 1 km with a decent antennae?
Anticipated price <<$100-

Brian

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