Quad-Port Input Processor targets HDTVs.
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Enabling manufacturers to add features to HDTV platforms, single-chip PinnaClear SiI9155 combines 4 HDMI 1.3 inputs and four 170 MSPS analog inputs that support up to 30-bit UXGA RGB and 1,080p 60 Hz component video resolutions. Digital video PLL coupled with 0.13 micron ADC delivers near HDMI quality video from legacy analog source devices. With low power standby mode, CEC and EDIDs can function with 5 V HDMI cable power from DVD players, set-top boxes, and game consoles.
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Silicon Image Delivers Industry's First Quad Port HDTV Input Processor
Input Processors Deliver New HDTV Features Faster
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7 /-- At the 2008 International CES, Silicon Image, Inc. (NASDAQ:SIMG), a leader in semiconductors for the secure storage, distribution and presentation of high-definition content, today delivered the PinnaClear SiI9155 advanced input processor for high-definition digital televisions (HDTVs). The SiI9155 is based on Silicon Image's innovative input processor architecture, a new way of designing HDTVs that gives manufacturers the flexibility to quickly and cost-effectively add new features to their HDTV platforms. Silicon Image's new input processor architecture and SiI9155 support the company's mission of delivering digital content everywhere.
When features are concentrated in a single system-on-a-chip (SoC), it is often difficult for manufacturers to add new functionality more frequently than the release cycle of the SoC. This limitation hinders customization across product lines, reduces hardware differentiation and can lead to commoditization among HDTV manufacturers that rely on third-party SoCs. The Silicon Image input processor architecture overcomes these limitations by dividing the primary DTV electronics into two highly integrated parts -- the input processor and the display processor. Manufacturers can focus on innovation on their proprietary video processing technology while Silicon Image input processors handle digital and analog inputs, analog-to-digital conversion and a range of other connectivity functions. HDTV manufacturers using Silicon Image's input processor architecture are no longer limited by suppliers' video processor roadmaps and are able to add new innovations more quickly and independently.
"By relying solely on integrated video processor vendors for innovation, HDTV makers will lose their ability to differentiate and quickly upgrade their products," said Lew Paceley, DTV marketing director for Silicon Image's PinnaClear product line. "Dividing the electronics into two major sections lets OEMs cost-effectively differentiate and regionalize their products, improving their time to market while reducing their research and development expense."
The transition from analog to all-digital systems continues to drive demand for new DTVs and increases the demand for Silicon Image's input processors. In fact, according to a recent DisplaySearch study (Display Search Global TV Shipment and Forecast Report June 27, 2007) more than 103 million DTVs will ship in 2007, rising to an estimated 121 million units in 2008.
The SiI9155 is a single-chip solution combining four advanced High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI(TM)) 1.3 inputs and four 170 mega-samples per second (MSPS) analog inputs that support up to 30-bit UXGA (1600 - 1200 pixels) RGB and 1080p 60 Hz component video resolutions. A state-of-the-art, 0.13 micron low noise analog-to-digital converter (ADC) coupled with an advanced digital video phase locked loop delivers near HDMI quality video from legacy analog source devices. An integrated Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) controller gives manufacturers a simple and easy way to add CEC functionality to DTVs. CEC enables manufacturers to add a broad set of command and control functions that, when deployed, can revolutionize the way devices behave in a system and allows users to control multiple CEC- enabled devices with a single remote control. Built-in support for Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) reduces the overall bill of materials for OEMs. Silicon Image's unique implementation of low power standby mode enables CEC and EDIDs to function with 5V HDMI cable power from source devices such as DVD players, set-top boxes and game consoles.
Silicon Image offers one of the most robust and comprehensively tested technology platforms in the consumer electronics industry. Silicon Image's experience associated with shipping more than 100 million HDMI/HDCP and DVI/HDCP semiconductor solutions helps to significantly improve cross-product interoperability. Silicon Image implements High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) using its own copyrighted firmware stack and performs a triple validation process in the programming of its HDCP keys to prevent duplicate key programming, selective authentication problems and corruptions. This validation, complemented by the most advanced and thorough testing program through Simplay Labs, allows OEMs to virtually eliminate issues with cross platform compatibility.
Availability
The PinnaClear SiI9155 is priced at $13.35 in 10,000 unit quantities and is available for general sampling to customers. For more information or to contact a sales representative, please visit http://www.siliconimage.com/.
About Silicon Image, Inc.
Silicon Image, Inc. is a global leader in driving the architecture and semiconductor implementation for the secure storage, distribution and presentation of high-definition content in the consumer electronics, personal computing, and mobile device markets. With a rich history of technology innovation that includes creating industry standards such as SATA, DVI and HDMI, Silicon Image partners with the world's leading entertainment creators and electronics manufacturers to deliver digital HD content to consumers anytime, anywhere, on any device. Silicon Image is also a leading provider of semiconductor intellectual property solutions for high-definition multimedia and data storage applications. Additionally, Simplay Labs, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Silicon Image, offers robust testing tools, technologies, support services, consulting and product certification to electronics manufacturers to maximize performance, interoperability and ensure the highest-quality HD experience to consumers. With engineering, sales and customer support facilities located throughout North America, Asia and Europe, Silicon Image (NASDAQ:SIMG) is globally headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. For more information, please visit www.SiliconImage.com.
NOTE: Silicon Image, the Silicon Image logo, PinnaClear and SiI9155 are trademarks or registered trademarks of Silicon Image, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. HDMI and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners in the United States and/or other countries.
