Company: Sirenza Microdevices (Micro Linear)
Broomfield, Colorado
www.sirenza.com

Jazz Process Chosen: SBC18 (0.18µm SiGe BiCMOS)

Product: ML5800 - 5.8GHz Single-Chip FSK Transceiver

Description: The ML5800 provides clear and dependable communications even when used in close proximity to WLAN, Bluetooth, and microwave ovens and provides an efficient and effective alternative to the overcrowded 2.4GHz band.

Target: Initially positioned for the Digital Cordless Telephone market, Micro Linear (Sirenza) believes the ML5800 transceiver is an efficient solution for consumer wireless streaming audio, video, and high data rate data applications.

"We have an aggressive schedule for the ML5800 and in searching for a foundry partner, we required proven technology, superior processes and an experienced team. Jazz is a world class foundry specializing in RF IC manufacturing. Their industry expertise, responsiveness and customer services have exceeded our expectations."
-- Brent Dix, former VP of Engineering, Micro Linear

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