Apogee Introduces DDX-2001 Controller for Stereo Applications.NORWOOD, Mass. -- Enables New DDX DDx abbreviation for differential diagnosis; used in medical records. (R) Uses in Digital Flat Panel Digital Flat Panel (DFP) is a video connector for flat panel displays. It features 20 pins and uses the PanelLink protocol. Unlike DVI, DFP never achieved widespread implementation. The connector was used by displays such as the Compaq Presario FP400, FP500 and 5204. TVs, Mini & Micro Systems, Gaming and Powered Speakers Powered speakers (or active speakers) are speakers that have built-in amplifiers. They can be connected directly to a mixing console or sound source, without the need for an amplifier. Such speakers are available with passive or active crossovers built into them. Apogee Technology, Inc. (AMEX AMEX See: American Stock Exchange : ATA (1) (AT Attachment) The specification for IDE drives. See IDE. (2) See analog telephone adapter. ATA - Advanced Technology Attachment ), a leading provider of digital audio amplification integrated circuits ("ICs"), today announced the release of the DDX-2001 Controller enabling new all-digital amplification applications in digital rear projection, plasma & LCD Screen TVs and other stereo applications such as powered speakers, mini & micro systems and gaming products. John Gitelman, Apogee's Director of Marketing and Product Development said, "The DDX-2001 builds upon the success of our eight-channel DDX home theater solutions. It enables designers and manufacturers of stereo and 2.1 channel products to take advantage of DDX's all-digital, high efficiency benefits to build compact, easy to use products with higher power and audio fidelity. The features and performance of the DDX-2001 are ideal for the rapidly growing digital flat panel TV market and other high volume markets." The DDX-2001 Controller combines an advanced digital audio processor with Apogee's patented DDX processing that supports up to three channels of high efficiency DDX audio amplification. The Controller replaces analog signal processors with digital signal processing See DSP. Digital Signal Processing - (DSP) Computer manipulation of analog signals (commonly sound or image) which have been converted to digital form (sampled). to provide a full complement of audio features. The DDX-2001 supports Apogee's full line of high-efficiency DDX Power Devices with solutions from 15 to 160 watts per channel and can be configured in stereo mode or in a 2.1 channel mode to support products that include a separate subwoofer A speaker that reproduces the lower end of the audio spectrum. A subwoofer system may include a crossover circuit which switches frequencies at approximately 100Hz and under to the subwoofer, while passing the rest of the signal to the main speakers. loudspeaker. The IC features Apogee's Automode(TM) preset audio processing modes that enable rapid evaluation, design and implementation of advanced features without the hassle of customized programming. The DDX-2001 Controller includes extensive audio processing features and functions for simplified, enhanced product design including: --3 Channels of 24-bit DDX processing --Individual Channel and Master Soft Volume Control --Bass/Treble Tone Control --Four 28-bit user programmable biquads (EQ) per channel --32 EQ soundstage selections such as jazz, rock, country and classical for realistic music venue reproduction --Mixing and crossover presets included to easily optimize subwoofer/satellite speaker configurations - 15 Preset Crossover Settings --Auto Dynamic Range Compression This article is about a process that reduces the dynamic range of audio signals. For processes that reduce the size of digital audio files, see audio compression (data). Dynamic range compression also called DRC (DRC DRC Democratic Republic of Congo DRC Down (Stage) Right Center DRC Director(ate) of Reserve Components DRC Disability Rights Commission (United Kingdom) ) and volume controlled loudness including a nighttime listening mode - 3 Preset Volume Curves --QSound(TM) Labs' QXpander(TM) to automatically convert a mono or stereo output to a rich and realistic 3D positional experience --BBE ViVA(R) to create an authentic and exciting 3D sound effect from stereo speakers while preserving audio fidelity --Two preset anti-clipping modes --Preset TV AGC AGC Automatic Gain Control AGC Automotive Glass Cartridge (fuse) AGC Associated General Contractors AGC Associated General Contractors of America AGC Atypical Glandular Cells AGC Attorney-General's Chambers --Advanced AM radio interference reduction modes Details, Price and Delivery The DDX-2001 is available in an SO28 package and supports Apogee's full line of high-efficiency DDX Power Devices. The DDX-2001 is priced at $2.95 in 1000 piece quantities. Engineering samples and evaluation boards are available now. Delivery of production quantities is expected in the fourth quarter of 2004. About Apogee Technology, Inc. Apogee Technology, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company A fabless semiconductor company specializes in the design and sale of hardware devices implemented on semiconductor chips. It achieves an advantage by outsourcing the fabrication of the devices to a specialized semiconductor manufacturer called a semiconductor foundry or "fab. that designs, develops and markets silicon based products that incorporate proprietary technology. The Company's patented all-digital, high efficiency Direct Digital Amplification (DDX(R)) ICs have been used by over 20 major consumer electronic brands in a wide range of audio products. The Company is developing new System-on-Chip (SOC) products using its analog and digital circuit designs and Micro-Electromechanical Systems (MEMS (MicroElectroMechanical Systems) Tiny mechanical devices that are built onto semiconductor chips and are measured in micrometers. In the research labs since the 1980s, MEMS devices began to materialize as commercial products in the mid-1990s. ) technology for the consumer, automotive, communications and medical markets. The Company operates a worldwide marketing and sales organization and has offices in the US, Hong Kong and Japan. For more information please visit our web site at: http://www.apogeeddx.com. DDX(R) is a registered trademark of Apogee Technology, Inc. All other product names noted herein may be trademarks of their respective holders. This report contains forward-looking statements. Certain statements made herein that project future performance of the company or its products, use the words "estimate", "project", "intend", "plan", "expect", "believe" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and of 1995. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, which could cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the company to be materially different from those that may be expressed or implied. Please refer to the company's risk factors as set forth in the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its reports on Forms 10-KSB and 10-QSB. |
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