Cost Effective Wireless Mini Docking Station for the Consumer Market
Overview
The Alereon Worldwide Wireless USB Mini Docking Station reference design kit (RDK) is a turn-key manufacturing kit that provides wireless graphics, isochronous audio and 2 USB ports to wirelessly connect PCs to standard monitors, projectors or displays, speakers and external devices. The mini docking station supports DVI or VGA output for resolutions up to 1680x1050 and 16.7 million colors with smooth DVD video playback. 2.1 stereo audio support is provided by 3.5 mm speaker/microphone jacks. The Worldwide Wireless USB mini docking station assures worldwide capability delivering the full potential of Wireless USB and is compatible with any Certified Wireless USB PC or host adapter.
Worldwide Compatibility
Global Companies require global solutions. Alereon offers the only WUSB reference design capable of delivering the full promise of Wireless USB while still meeting regulatory requirements around the globe. With an AL5000 family chipset, OEM/ODM's can ship a single Product/SKU, without modification, anywhere in the world.* Featuring support for WiMedia band groups 1, 3, 4, and 6, users have full access to more than 10 channels in any country, enabling the full 480 Mbps throughput of Wireless USB for a true worldwide solution.
* Any country with approved UWB regulations
Highest Performance
Featuring an Alereon AL5000 chipset, the Worldwide Wireless USB Mini Docking Station exceeds WiMedia and Certified Wireless USB requirements. The Mini Docking Station features a high performance video engine optimized for an Alereon AL5000 chipset. The adaptive compression scheme coupled with ultra-low latency allows for a highly interactive user experience. In addition, the Mini Docking Station provides true bi-directional isochronous support to insure the proper scheduling of real time audio data traffic required for video playback, webcams and digital camcorders.
Complete Software Support
In addition to full design support, the Worldwide Wireless Mini Dock includes a complete API and example drivers for Windows XP/Vista operating systems. The device availability determines the type, resolution and key features of the display upon connection, ensuring a fast setup. Diagnostic software tools for design verification and test purposes are provided to insure fast bring-up, validation, and quick time-to-market. All required drivers, design files, and documentation are also included.
Reference Design Kit Contents
• Orcad schematic database
• PADS PCB layout database
• Bill of materials with approved vendor list
• Complete API and example software drivers
Board Specifications
| Chipset | AL5100 RF Transceiver, AL5350 Baseband/MAC |
| Color Depth | 32-bit True Color |
| Range | 5 – 10 meters |
| Throughput | 150 – 220 Mbps (typical to WHCI host adapters) |
| Video Resolution | Up to 1680 x 1050 |
| Video Interface | VGA |
| WiMedia Band Groups | 1, 3, 4, 6 (3.1 – 10.6 GHz) |