QNX Source Newsletter June 2004
Volume 2 Number 8 June 2004

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Welcome to QNX Source, your monthly update on how QNX Software Systems can help you create reliable, scalable, and high-performance embedded systems.

IN THIS ISSUE:

SPECIAL FEATURE
Product Release: QNX Momentics Development Suite v6.3 Now Available
New 30-day QNX Momentics PE v6.3 Product Evaluation
PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
Web Seminar: Web Services - The True Service Oriented Architecture for the Internet Era
QNX Affirms Leadership in POSIX Conformance
Sachin Lawande Named VP of Engineering Services at QNX
New BSPs for QNX Momentics Suite v6.3
PARTNER FOCUS
Coming Soon: QNX Java Environment Evaluation Kit
QNX Expands Distribution to US; Two New Partners Join QNX Solutions Network
TECHNOTES/COLLATERAL
New Technology Development kits
UPCOMING EVENTS AND SEMINARS
Boards And Solutions, June 30 in München, Germany
Technology Workshop Series: 3SOFT and QNX, July 1 in Hannover, Germany, and July 8 in Nurenberg, Germany
Hardware Based Solutions for Virtual Private Networks, July 7 in München, Germany
Real-Time & Embedded Computing Conferences - Upcoming Shows and Speaking Engagements

SPECIAL FEATURE

Product Release: QNX Momentics Development Suite v6.3 Now Available

QNX Software Systems recently announced general availability of version 6.3 of its QNX® Momentics® development suite, the highly integrated platform for building applications based on the QNX Neutrino® realtime operating system (RTOS).

With QNX Momentics v6.3, QNX introduces a host of tools and capabilities for developers in the automotive, networking, medical, military, and general embedded markets. The new features include direct support for accelerated 3D multi-layer graphics, a scalable HTML 4 Web browser, a fault-resilient flash file system, networking protocols such as SCTP and IP Filtering, an integrated code coverage tool, a BSP import wizard for automating board bring-up, and support for Linux development host.

Click here to learn more.

 

New 30-day QNX Momentics PE v6.3 Product Evaluation

QNX Software Systems is pleased to announce the new 30-day QNX Momentics Professional Edition (PE) v6.3 product evaluation now available for download.

The evaluation software will give you the opportunity to explore the QNX Neutrino RTOS, fully integrated IDE, BSPs, driver development kits, libraries and tools and more - for a full 30 days.

Click here to learn more and/or download.

PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

Web Seminar: Web Services - the True Service Oriented Architecture for the Internet Era

The ability of an enterprise to have access to realtime information spanning across multiple departments, applications, platforms and systems is one of the most important driving factors behind the adoption of web services. It‘s simplifying how companies extend management in the field for the like of remote monitoring, it’s field upgrades, and device configuration.

Join QNX Software Systems on Tuesday, June 29, at 10:00 a.m. ET for a technical web seminar that examines how to embed such functionality into resource- constrained devices, using frameworks independent of any particular programming language. QNX Software Systems, product manager, Steve Furr will provide an overview of web services and discuss how it can be adapted to address the specific challenges posed by embedded systems, such as fast, predictable response times and tight memory constraints.

Click here to learn more and/or to register.

 

QNX Affirms Leadership in POSIX Conformance

To support the US military's goal of standardizing on tested, reusable software applications and code, QNX Software Systems has committed to achieving full certification with the Portable Operating System Interface (POSIX) standard, 1003.1-2001 (POSIX.1), as amended in 2003. QNX Software Systems was the first RTOS vendor to certify conformance to POSIX.1, and is the undisputed leader in adherence to the broadest range of POSIX API specifications.

Compared to the conformance claimed by other RTOS vendors based on earlier POSIX editions, the 2003 edition of the specification triples the scope of programming interfaces required for conformance. To become POSIX certified, the QNX Neutrino RTOS will be tested with more than 1,300 POSIX interfaces. Full certification is expected to be achieved within six to twelve months.

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Sachin Lawande Named VP of Engineering Services at QNX

QNX Software Systems recently announced the appointment of Mr. Sachin Lawande to the position of vice president, engineering services. In this new role, Mr. Lawande will be responsible for pre- and post-sales customer support, custom engineering, system integration, design consulting, and training services.

Mr. Lawande has a wealth of experience in developing embedded systems and software. Before joining QNX, Mr. Lawande was responsible for development of networking and consumer electronics systems at corporate giants such as AT&T Bell Labs, U.S. Robotics, and 3Com. He was a key contributor to an array of leading-edge products, including the TotalControl remote access server, U.S. Robotics Sportster modems, and 3Coms Ergo product line.

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New BSPs for QNX Momentics Suite v6.3

QNX has just released the following Board Support Packages (BSPs) for QNX Momentics Development Suite PE v6.3:

  • MPC5200 on the Freescale Semiconductor (Motorola SPS) Total5200 and Lite5200 reference platforms
  • MPC8270, MPC8250, MPC8272 and MPC8280 on the Freescale Semiconductor (Motorola SPS) PQ2FADS-ZU/VR development platform
  • MPC8540 on the Freescale Semiconductor (Motorola SPS) MPC85X0ADS development platform

Click here to view the full list of supported BSPs.

PARTNER FOCUS

Coming Soon: QNX Java Environment Evaluation Kit

Interested in previewing a superior Java runtime environment, offering industry- leading functionality and performance to meet the requirements of Java-enabled embedded system devices?

IBM WebSphere Studio Device Developer is an integrated development environment (IDE) that can assist developers in creating and testing applications that run on wireless devices such as handsets, cellular phones and other small devices. It also can be used to develop and deploy applications to desktop and mobile computers, automotive infotainment systems, factory automation systems, and realtime information systems to become part of an end-to-end e-business solution.

Stay tuned to next month’s issue for details regarding our free IBM WebSphere Studio Device Developer evaluation kit.

 

QNX Expands Distribution to US; Two New Partners Join QNX Solutions Network

With the successful introduction of the QNX Solutions Network in Europe, Asia, and Latin America, QNX Software Systems recently announced the expansion of the QNX Solutions Network into the United States. Two companies - T&T Computer Products and Technology Source Inc. - will become the newest members to the QNX network of distribution partners.

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TECHNOTES/COLLATERAL

New QNX Technology Development Kits

QNX Software Systems has just released new QNX Technology Development Kits. These kits will allow you to develop and deploy applications on core kit technology, or modify the software to create custom derivative works. It gives you access to proven technologies and tools to enhance and customize your products for competitive differentiation - all in a convenient, royalty-free package.

Here are the following new QNX Technology Development Kits:

  • Critical Process Monitor
  • Extended Networking
  • Flash File System and Embedding
  • Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST)
  • Multimedia
  • Symmetric Multiprocessing
  • 3D Graphics
  • Web Browser

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UPCOMING EVENTS AND SEMINARS

Boards And Solutions, June 30 in München, Germany

QNX Software Systems will be exhibiting, and speaking at the upcoming Boards and Solutions Conferences, being held in Germany this month. Be sure to register now to meet with Peter Spaeth June 30, 2004 in Munchen at the Arabella Hotel Bogenhausen.

Peter will be presenting s session in German on QNX Microkernel Architektur - die Basis zur Realisierung sicherer Systeme.

Click here for more information, or to register.

 

Technology Workshop Series: 3SOFT and QNX, July 1 in Hannover, Germany, and July 8 in Nurenberg, Germany

QNX Software Systems and 3SOFT will be co-hosting two seminars in July on the theme “Designing Safe Systems”. The free, half-day sessions will be held in Hannover (July 1) and Erlangen (July 8) from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Attendees will learn about software and certification requirements for building safe systems, get practical instruction on key technologies, and view live demonstrations.

Hannover, July 1, 2004
Best Western Premier Parkhotel Kronsberg, Gut Kronsberg 1, 30539 Hannover
Telephone: 0511-87400
Registration: okoch@qnx.com

Erlangen, July 8, 2004
Dorint Hotel Erlangen, Hofmann-Str. 34, 91052 Erlangen
Telephone: 09131-97470
Registration: okoch@qnx.com

 

Hardware Based Solutions for Virtual Private Networks, July 7 in München, Germany

Dr. Basam Elia of QNX Software Systems will be presenting at two upcoming Design & Electronik events in Munchen, Germany. On June 23, 2004 you can hear Dr. Elia speak at the Embedded Software, Debugging & Analyse Conference. The topic he will address is “Debugging Device Drivers”.

Click here for more information on the conference.

On July 7, 2004 Dr. Elia will be speaking at the Drahtlose und drahtgebundene Netzwerke fnr Industrie und Automotive Conference. He will be presenting a session on Power Management for Automotive Systems.

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Real-Time & Embedded Computing Conferences - Upcoming Shows and Speaking Engagements

Houston, TX
June 17, 2004
Click here for more information and/or to register for the event.

Greenbelt, MD
June 30, 2004
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