27.11.2009

Fastrax Releases New Super-performing GPS Module IT500

New Fastrax IT500 sets higher performance benchmark with respect to sensitivity and power consumption – the unique sensitivity allows reliable operation even in covert installations.

Fastrax, available through GLYN High-Tech Distribution, releases a new super-performing GPS module IT500 in time for its 10th Anniversary celebration. The Fastrax IT500 GPS module boasts impressive test results in acquisition and navigation sensitivity as well as power consumption and navigation performance. The fix rate of up to 10Hz improves data-logging capabilities of GPS applications and creates a wide range of new opportunities.

Fastrax has built a reputation as a trusted and competent player in the GPS industry during the 10 years of the company’s history. The product portfolio is large and comprises everything from GPS NMEA modules based on best chipsets from several different suppliers, to unique programmable GPS modules, asset tracking platforms and state of the art Software GPS solutions.

Fastrax IT500 has 66 acquisition channels and 22 tracking channels, which is significantly higher than the current market norm. The new GPS receiver module has a market leading cold start sensitivity of -148dBm and navigation sensitivity of -165dBm, which enable high performance navigation in the most demanding applications and environments, and a solid fix even in harsh GPS visibility environments. Low power consumption and the unique sensitivity make IT500 well suited for both asset tracking and navigation systems and battery operated consumer products like personal navigation devices, handheld computers and sports accessories. With its compact design and optional built-in USB 2.0 interface, Fastrax IT500 is also an ideal receiver for GPS mouse and Mini PCI card applications.

"Fastrax is proud to celebrate its 10 Year Anniversary by releasing yet another industry leading GPS module. The high growth during Q1/-09 in comparison to last year, especially in this market environment, shows that we are doing the right things and that customers reward us with their trust,” comments Taneli Tuurnala, CEO and President of Fastrax. “The IT500 is a great example of our long-standing industry expertise. With its market leading sensitivity and one of the lowest available battery consumption levels we set a new industry benchmark. When we develop a new module we also want secure the interest of our customers. By making the IT500 design according to our Multiplatform footprint, which is also supported by our IT300 and IT03-S receivers, we give our customers more choice and help to reduce their design costs.”

The compatibility with Fastrax multiplatform design allows designers to address several customer and market requirements with a single hardware design. This helps to save considerable amount of development time, testing, documentation and support cost while reducing time to market to an absolute minimum.

New Fastrax IT500 sets higher performance benchmark with respect to sensitivity and power consumption – the unique sensitivity allows reliable operation even in covert installations.

Fastrax IT500 uses Mediatek’s MT3329 GPS chipset. Fastrax IT500 samples and volume production quantities are available now.

For more details about Fastrax IT500 and other Fastrax GPS products, please send us an email at sales@glyn.com.au