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Conexant Unveils Next-Generation Video Encoder with Support for Intel-Developed sDVO Interface
CX25900 Series Integrates Dual DVI Transmitter, TV-Out and VGA
Outputs to Support Concurrent PC and TV Display Applications
RED BANK, N.J.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Oct. 25, 2004—
Conexant Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CNXT), a worldwide leader in
semiconductor solutions for broadband communications, enterprise
networks and the digital home, today introduced the industry's most
comprehensive and feature-rich family of video encoders for notebook
and desktop personal computers that are fully compliant with Intel's
new serial digital video output (sDVO(R)) front-end interface. The
high-performance CX2590X encoder family is the first single-chip
solution in the world to combine an integrated dual digital visual
interface (DVI) transmitter with standard and high-definition TV-out
and VGA outputs that are capable of operating simultaneously and
independently from one another through the Intel(R) Graphics Media
Accelerator 900 in the Intel 915G(R) Express Chipset. This capability
allows individuals to concurrently view different images on multiple
display screens. For example, an individual can download photos from a
digital camera onto their personal computer, assemble a slide show,
edit images and captions, and then display the pictures on a
television. At the same time, they can continue to edit images on a
flat panel screen that is connected to the PC.
"Our new encoder family is an extension of our proven
high-definition video encoder and DVI product lines, which allows
system manufacturers to leverage a single platform for multiple
applications," said Greg Fischer, vice president of Convergence Video
Products for Conexant. "The transition by PC manufacturers to Intel's
serial bus architecture requires a subsequent transition to new
devices that support sDVO. We worked closely with Intel to develop a
solution that meets this need, and are proud to be the first company
to provide a single-chip sDVO-compliant solution that can support
multiple streams and high-definition video with options for DVI,
component video and VGA outputs to system manufacturers worldwide."
"As the convergence of living room entertainment center and
personal computers becomes reality, the need for supporting
high-definition video and multiple connections to consumer video
components is essential," said Rob Crooke, vice president for Intel
Corporation's Desktop Platforms Group. "We are pleased to work with
companies like Conexant to provide this option to consumers using
Intel's sDVO interface."
The device family builds upon the legacy and success of the
CX2587X high-definition television (HDTV) encoder and the CX2589X DVI
transmitter with HDTV-out. The new chip further enhances the HDTV-out
functionality of the previous encoder by incorporating six separate
digital-to-analog converters enabling the simultaneous interconnect of
composite, S-Video and component interfaces. Additional features
include adaptive flicker filtering for enhanced image output and
improved viewing quality.
Conexant offers a complete suite of components and system
solutions for all major consumer video applications ranging from
standard and high-definition video to interactive consumer
entertainment services delivered through a set-top box, PC, digital
video recorder or game console. The company's video and multimedia
product offering includes analog video encoders and decoders, PCI
video decoders, MPEG encoders and codecs, software and complete
reference designs.
Pricing and Availability
Samples of the CX2590X video encoders are available now, with
volume production scheduled for December 2004. The high-performance
integrated circuit is offered in several pin-compatible configurations
to support a variety of display signals, with options to drive one,
two or three display media simultaneously. The device is packaged in a
compact 14mm x 14mm 128-pin exposed thin quad flat pack (ETQFP).
Prices range from $6.00 to $7.00 each in quantities of 10,000,
depending upon feature set.
About Conexant
Conexant's innovative semiconductor solutions are driving
broadband communications, enterprise networks and digital home
networks worldwide. The company has leveraged its expertise and
leadership position in modem technologies to enable more Internet
connections than all of its competitors combined, and continues to
develop highly integrated silicon solutions for broadband data and
media processing networks.
Key products include client-side xDSL and cable modem solutions,
home network processors, broadcast video encoders and decoders,
digital set-top box components and systems solutions, and dial-up
modems. Conexant's suite of networking components includes a
leadership portfolio of IEEE 802.11a/b/g-compliant WLAN chipsets,
software and reference designs, as well as solutions for applications
based on HomePlug(R) and HomePNA(TM). The company also offers a
complete line of asymmetric and symmetric DSL central office
solutions, which are used by service providers worldwide to deliver
broadband data, voice, and video over copper telephone lines.
Conexant is a fabless semiconductor company with annual run-rate
revenues of approximately $1 billion. The company has approximately
2,400 employees worldwide, and is headquartered in Red Bank, N.J. To
learn more, please visit us at www.conexant.com.
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Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results may differ materially
from those projected as a result of certain risks and uncertainties.
These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the
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competitive factors; changes in product mix; product obsolescence; the
ability to develop and implement new technologies and to obtain
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GlobespanVirata will not be integrated successfully, as well as other
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Contact:
Conexant Systems, Inc., Red Bank
Gwen Carlson, 949-483-7363
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