Nordic Semiconductor ASA recently introduced the nRF24AP1, a single-chip 2.4GHz transceiver with complete protocol stack designed for ultra-low power, and cost sensitive applications.

The nRF24AP1 embeds Dynastream Innovations Inc.'s ANT wireless protocol with Nordic's 2.4GHz RF transceiver. The nRF24AP1 is a complete drop-in, wireless personal area network (PAN) solution. The nRF24AP1, with embedded ANT, is the suitable for customers requiring real-time wireless data transmission in an environment constrained by ultra-low power, small physical size, and total system cost.

The nRF24AP1 targets product applications in the sport, medical, recreation,  industrial and other evolving wireless application marketplaces.

"Dynastream Innovations' groundbreaking ANT protocol embedded with our world leading low power radio has enabled an extremely competitive solution for customers in many segments previously unaddressed. We can now offer an optimal product including protocol to ensure minimum time from idea to complete product" says Svenn-Tore Larsen, CEO for Nordic Semiconductor

"Nordic's chip brings the advantages of ANT to a whole new level," says James Fujimoto, ANT Product Manager for Dynastream Innovations. "Our relationship marks a significant step toward bringing awareness of ANT into new markets and delivering a unique solution to our mutual customers."

Availability and pricing

Samples of the nRF24AP1 will be available April '05, with volume production scheduled for end Q2 '05. The nRF24AP1 is priced competitively at US$3.95 in quantities of 10K.

Contact person: Geir Langeland

Phone: +47 22 51 10 66; Fax: +47 22 51 10 99;

Website: www.nordicsemi.no