Vision and Imaging Sensors / Detectors
Video Camera Chip targets security applications.
Press Release Summary:
Using 3.3 Vdc power supply, VGA CMOS Model OV7950 performs in low-light conditions down to 0.01 Lux and operates in temperatures from -40 to 105°C. Device supports NTSC composite video output and can directly interface with TV monitor, in-car LCD screen, or any device with 75 Ohm composite video loading. Housed in 48-pin QFP and CLCC packages, sensor includes dual dynamic overlay function, which allows for dynamic and static visual aid layer within same image.
Original Press Release:
OmniVision Starts Volume Production of OV7950 0.01 Lux CMOS Video Camera Chip
Company to Demo 0.01 Lux Video for Security Applications at ISC West Show
SUNNYVALE, Calif., April 5 / -- OmniVision Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:OVTI), a world leading supplier of CMOS image sensors, today announced the start of volume production for its OV7950 high-performance advanced CMOS CameraChip(TM) developed specifically for CCTV/video monitoring security systems and automotive applications. OmniVision has already booked volume orders for both security and automotive market customers.
The highly integrated OV7950 VGA CMOS video camera packs a high level of functionality into a 1/4 inch sensor using a single 3.3 volt DC power supply. With OmniVision's advanced technology and advanced pixel architecture, the OV7950 can achieve the same performance level as CCD cameras while being smaller and less expensive. The OV7950 performs exceptionally well in extremely low-light conditions (0.01 lux) and operates in a temperature range from -40 degrees C to 105 degrees C, both of which are important features for the security and automotive markets. The device supports NTSC composite video output and can directly interface with a TV monitor, an in-car LCD screen or any other device with 75 Ohm composite video loading.
A new windowing feature in the OV7950 image sensor allows users to adjust the camera setup by moving the sensitive area of the camera by a few pixels in both the horizontal and vertical directions. This feature is especially useful in fine tuning the viewing window and angle of fixed position cameras.
Other key features of the OV7950 image sensor include a dual dynamic overlay function allowing for both a dynamic and static visual aid layer (text or graphics) within the image. This is very valuable for reference frames and guiding systems in backup and parking assist cameras in automotive applications.
The OV7950 is available in 48-pin QFP and CLCC lead-free packages. Similar to OmniVision's other automotive sensors, the OV7950 is subject to AEC-Q100 reliability criteria.
OmniVision will be offering live 0.01 lux video demonstrations of OV7950 at its booth #12125 at the ISC West Show in Las Vegas, April 5-7, 2006.
About OmniVision
OmniVision Technologies designs and markets high-performance semiconductor image sensors. Its OmniPixel and CameraChip products are highly integrated single-chip CMOS image sensors for mass-market consumer and commercial applications such as mobile phones, digital still cameras, security and surveillance systems, interactive video games, PCs and automotive imaging systems. Additional information is available at www.ovt.com.
NOTE: OmniVision, OmniPixel and CameraChip are trademarks of OmniVision Technologies, Inc.
CONTACT: Scott Foster of OmniVision Technologies, +1-408-542-3077, or
sfoster@ovt.com
