Micron Technology, Inc., Announces MT9V403 High-Speed Image Sensor with TrueSNAP Freeze Frame Capability
BOISE, Idaho—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Nov. 13, 2003—
Micron Technology, Inc., (NYSE:MU) today announced the
availability of its new MT9V403 high-speed VGA image sensor, with True
"Shutter Node Active Pixel" (TrueSNAP(TM)) technology. The sensor is
one of Micron's fastest parts capable of up to 200 frames-per-second
(fps) at full resolution -- giving it one of the fastest frame-rates
of any CMOS image sensor in its category.
Micron's TrueSNAP proprietary technology features a freeze-frame
electronic shutter that stops even the fastest motion with crystal
clear accuracy. TrueSNAP technology was created for use in high-speed
applications that allow for all pixels to be simultaneously exposed --
similar to a CCD sensor's "global shutter".
The MT9V403 features a leading-edge digital interface that
provides flexibility to control critical performance parameters such
as exposure time, frame rate and windowing functionality. The sensor
includes on-chip 10-bit analog-to-digital converters outputting
monochrome or color digital video in 659H-by-494V-pixel format at
0-200 fps and a responsivity of 2,000 bits per lux second.
"Innovation is a priority for Micron's overall growth," remarked
Bob Gove, Micron's Vice President of Imaging. "Our CMOS sensors are
the first capable of true freeze frame action. It is this kind of
innovation that will further our competitive advantage, and establish
us as a leader in the field."
Currently the MT9V403 is designed for high-speed machine-vision
and special effects applications. It is intended that the TrueSNAP
technology developed specifically for the high-speed industrial user
will eventually migrate to other Micron imaging devices.
The MT9V403 sensor is currently available through Micron sales
representatives and distributors, worldwide. For more information,
visit www.micron.com/imaging.
Micron Technology, Inc., is one of the world's leading providers
of advanced semiconductor solutions. Through its worldwide operations,
Micron manufactures and markets DRAMs, Flash memory, CMOS image
sensors, other semiconductor components and memory modules for use in
leading-edge computing, consumer, networking, and mobile products.
Micron's common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)
under the MU symbol. To learn more about Micron Technology, Inc.,
visit its Web site at www.micron.com.
Micron, the Micron logo, and TrueSNAP are trademarks of Micron
Technology, Inc.
Contact:
Micron Technology, Inc.
Sean Mahoney, 208-368-4400
smahoney@micron.com
www.micron.com
