Avago Technologies Introduces Ultra-Compact Input Device with Multi-Mode Linear and 2D Navigation for Handheld, and Ultra-Miniature PC Applications.Innovative Input Solution Combines 5-Way Rocker and Scrollwheel Functionality with Two Analog Cursor Control Modes to Provide Mouse-Like Pointing Solution TOKYO -- Avago Technologies Avago Technologies is an American company which was earlier the semiconductor products division of HP and later Agilent Technologies, before being spun off into a distinct legal entity. It holds more than 2,000 patents. , a leading supplier of analog interface components for communications, industrial and consumer applications, today announced a thin ultra-compact innovative input device solution that combines a navigation pad module with a motion sense and interface integrated circuit integrated circuit (IC), electronic circuit built on a semiconductor substrate, usually one of single-crystal silicon. The circuit, often called a chip, is packaged in a hermetically sealed case or a nonhermetic plastic capsule, with leads extending from it for (IC) to provide a mouse-like pointing solution for use in a variety of mobile devices. Typical applications include mobile phones, ultra-miniature PCs, digital still cameras, computer peripheral and other handheld and gaming applications. With a low profile height of 1.7 mm and diameter of 14 mm, this new ultra-compact navigation pad from Avago incorporates a self centering button with click function. Based on embedded Inserted into. See embedded system. capacitive sense technology, this miniature input module will enable designers to develop input devices for mobile devices that can greatly enhance the user's experience by providing analog cursor control for web browsing, gaming or digital camera applications. Avago's latest input device solution combines its AMRT-1410 Ultra-Compact Navigation Pad Module and AMRI-2000 Mobile Navigation Sense and Interface IC. The AMRT-1410 incorporates a self centering snap-on button, which can be customized to meet industrial design requirements, with an integrated click function in an ultra-compact package. The AMRI-2000 IC enables the input module to operate either as a four- or eight-way switch with scrollwheel functionality or as an analog mouse or joystick (hardware, games) joystick - A device consisting of a hand held stick that pivots about one end and transmits its angle in two dimensions to a computer. Joysticks are often used to control games, and usually have one or more push-buttons whose state can also be read by the computer. to provide end-users with new and unique navigation experiences such as rapid scrolling and panning of menus and long lists, mouse-like navigation of web pages, drag and drop A graphical user interface (GUI) capability that lets you perform operations by moving the icon of an object with the mouse into another window or onto another icon. For example, files can be copied or moved by dragging them from one folder to another. operations, as well as analog joystick-like control to make mobile gaming more enjoyable. In addition, with the capacitive sense technology incorporated into this input device solution, bare skin contact is not required for operation of the navigation pad module. As a result, end-users will have the added benefit of being able to operate the input device while wearing gloves. The operating mode of the AMRT-1410 and AMRI-2000 input device solution can be dynamically reconfigured to provide the best user navigation experience for any active application. Moreover, the backward compatible Refers to hardware or software that is compatible with earlier versions of the product. Also called "downward compatible." Contrast with forward compatible. backward compatible - backward compatibility digital switch mode with scroll function provides the user with a well known interface for menu and list navigation. For example, the navigation pad can function as an analog joystick for a gaming application, as a digital 4-way switch with scrollwheel functionality for menu navigation and phonebook or MP3 list scrolling, and as a mouse for web page navigation and image manipulation. "This latest input device solution from Avago addresses the need in the market for an ultra-compact, small form factor advanced analog input Refers to hardware interfaces that accept non-digital signals. For decades, all the plugs and sockets on traditional audio and video equipment connected analog lines (see illustration below). device that can provide joystick or mouse-like cursor navigation with an integrated select button for mobile and handheld devices," says Khin-Mien Chong, vice president and general manager, Mobile Input Device Operations, Avago Technologies. "The unique arrangement of this input device solution with its center button supports single handed operation including drag and drop functionality. In addition, the input module provides backward compatible digital rocker switch modes including scrollwheel functionality for ease of first time use." Avago's AMRT-1410 and AMRI-2000 provides designers with an input module that provides tactile tactile /tac·tile/ (tak´til) pertaining to touch. tac·tile adj. 1. Perceptible to the sense of touch; tangible. 2. Used for feeling. 3. feedback for intuitive use, an integrated tactile click, and a capacitive sensor IC. The IC interfaces to the host over an I2C-compatible or SPI (1) (Stateful Packet Inspection) See stateful inspection. (2) (Service Provider Interface) The programming interface for developing Windows drivers under WOSA. serial bus. Moreover, this IC was designed specifically for low battery power operation and includes programmable auto wake-up power saving modes to conserve power and extend battery life. Features * Ultra-Compact form factor: 1.7 mm height (min.) by 14 mm diameter (not including mounting tabs) * 360 degree navigation * Digital navigation mode In a flight control system, a control mode in which the flight path of an aircraft is automatically maintained by signals from navigation equipment. for backward compatibility See backward compatible. (jargon) backward compatibility - Able to share data or commands with older versions of itself, or sometimes other older systems, particularly systems it intends to supplant. (4-way/8-way rocker switch emulation with vertical/horizontal scrollwheel capability) * Over 2,000 dpi resolution with AMRT AMRT Animal Match Rescue Team AMRT Accès Multiple à Répartition dans le Temps (French) AMRT Acces Multiple a Repartition dans le Temps (French :Time Division Multiple Access) AMRT Average Minimum Retention Time puck module * Superior tactile response * Customizable snap on button * Touch sensor for automatic sleep modes * Electrical connection An electrical connection between discrete points allows the flow of electrons, (current). A pair of connections is needed for a circuit. Between points with a low voltage difference between them, direct current flow can be controlled by a switch. to pad module is not required * Up to 250 Hz screen update rate * Dual 2.8 V (min 2.5 V) and 1.8 V supply voltage * 1.8 V I/O (Input/Output) The transfer of data between the CPU and a peripheral device. Every transfer is an output from one device and an input to another. See PC input/output. I/O - Input/Output voltage * Power consumption:
-- 1.75 mW operating power (using built in auto power safe mode)
-- 150 uW standby power with wake on motion
-- less than 10 uW power in shutdown mode
* Two-wire serial interface or four-wire SPI interface * Pb-Free and RoHS compliant U.S. Pricing and Availability The Avago's AMRT-1410/AMRI-2000 input device solution is competitively priced below $3 per bundle in high volumes. Samples and production quantities are available now through Avago's direct sales channel. Avago will showcase this product at CEATEC CEATEC Combined Exhibition of Advanced Technologies (Technology and Electronics Exhibition, Japan) in Tokyo, Japan Oct. 2 - 6, in Makuhari Messe Makuhari Messe (幕張メッセ| 8 Hall, Booth 8C18. Avago Input Device Solutions Avago Technologies was the first in the industry to provide an innovative input device module that incorporates a 5-way rocker switch with scrollwheel emulation, mouse and joystick navigation. Avago's family of innovative state-of-the-art miniature input devices includes the industry's slimmest scrollwheels and navigation pads that provide a uni- and multi-dimensional navigation experience for scrolling, cursor selection and control in a variety of portable electronic handheld applications. Based on embedded capacitive sense and innovative reflective optical technologies, Avago's input devices allow designers to develop next generation mobile and handheld applications that appeal to the needs of end-users' who want products that incorporate innovative aesthetic features and ease of use. Avago's input devices are robust, competitively priced and can be customized to meet the design requirements and application needs of customers. More information about Avago's input device solutions is available at http://www.avagotech.com/inputdevices. About Avago Technologies Avago Technologies is a leading supplier of analog interface components for communications, industrial and consumer applications. By leveraging its core competencies in III-V compound and silicon semiconductor design and processing, the company provides an extensive range of analog, mixed signal and optoelectronics components and subsystems to more than 40,000 customers. Backed by strong customer service support, the company's products serve four diverse end markets: industrial and automotive, wired infrastructure, wireless communications wireless communications System using radio-frequency, infrared, microwave, or other types of electromagnetic or acoustic waves in place of wires, cables, or fibre optics to transmit signals or data. , and computer peripherals. Avago has a global employee presence and heritage of technical innovation dating back 40 years to its Hewlett-Packard roots. Information about Avago is available on the Web at www.avagotech.com. Avago, Avago Technologies, and the A logo are trademarks of Avago Technologies Limited in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. and other countries. NOTE TO EDITORS: Please direct reader inquiries to Avago Technologies at +1 800 235 0312, or e-mail us at support@avagotech.com. |
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