Chips and Technologies Develops Controller for Larger, Higher Resolution Flat Panel Displays; Video Graphics Accelerator Incorporates HiQColor and PanelLink Technologies for CRT Replacement and Notebook Display Markets.SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 10, 1997--Chips and Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :CHPS CHPS Collaborative for High Performance Schools CHPS Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security CHPS Center for Health Policy Studies (healthcare consulting firm with offices in New York, Maryland, and Illinois) CHPS Combat Hybrid Power System ), the world's number one supplier of video graphics controllers and accelerators for flat panel displays, today announced the HiQVision(TM) mobile/desktop multimedia accelerator (68554). The HiQVision graphics accelerator is the first flat panel graphics controller designed specifically for both desktop and notebook computers. It provides a total solution to many of the obstacles preventing 12.1-inch or larger flat panels from attaining greater acceptance in mainstream display markets. The HiQVision graphics accelerator extends the 64-bit HiQVideo(TM) graphics controller family by incorporating two important new technologies. Chips and Technologies' breakthrough HiQColor technology with TMED TMED Transfusion Medicine (Temporal Modulated Energy Distribution) increases the color depth and image fidelity of low cost, passive STN (SuperTwisted Nematic) A passive matrix LCD technology that provides better contrast than twisted nematic (TN) by twisting the molecules from 180 to 270 degrees. See DSTN. panels, making them competitive with high cost, active matrix TFT (Thin Film Transistor) The term typically refers to active matrix screens on laptop computers. Active matrix LCD provides a sharper screen display and broader viewing angle than does passive matrix. See LCD and thin film. TFT - Thin Film transistor panels. This technology enables PC manufacturers to offer value priced notebooks with large, high resolution STN panel displays, and accelerates the acceptance of large panels as CRT (1) (C RunTime) See runtime library. (2) (Cathode Ray Tube) A vacuum tube used as a display screen in a computer monitor or TV. The viewing end of the tube is coated with phosphors, which emit light when struck by electrons. replacements. The HiQVision graphics accelerator also incorporates a PanelLink(TM) transmitter for high speed, low EMI operation. PanelLink allows users to locate CRT replacement flat panel displays several meters from a desktop system when using copper wires, or hundreds of meters when using fiber optic cable Noun 1. fiber optic cable - a cable made of optical fibers that can transmit large amounts of information at the speed of light fibre optic cable transmission line, cable, line - a conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power . PanelLink enables system manufacturers to use larger, higher resolution panels with greater color depth -- panels more suitable to replace CRT monitors in desktop systems. PanelLink also provides an integrated solution for notebook manufacturers since designers can use one motherboard and panel interface design to support resolutions from VGA to SXGA (Super XGA) A screen resolution of 1280x1024 pixels. SXGA is commonly used on standard monitors, but provides a 1.25:1 aspect ratio, compared to the more common 1.33:1 (4:3) ratio. SXGA+ has a 1400x1050 resolution, which is an exact 1.33:1 ratio. See PC display modes. with color depths up to 24 bits per pixel (hardware, graphics) bits per pixel - (bpp) The number of bits of information stored per pixel of an image or displayed by a graphics adapter. The more bits there are, the more colours can be represented, but the more memory is required to store or display the image. . "The HiQVision graphics accelerator makes it easier and less expensive than ever before to utilize flat panel technologies, enabling a whole new generation of cost effective applications," said Tim Erjavec, director of marketing at Chips and Technologies Chips and Technologies (C&T) was the first fabless semiconductor company, a model developed by its founder Gordon Campbell. Its first product was an EGA IBM compatible graphics chip. This was followed by chipsets for PC motherboards and other computer graphics chips. . "Desktop solution providers can offer TFT or use lower cost, large STN panels for CRT replacement markets. Aggressive mobile solution providers can use HiQVision accelerators to offer medium and large sized STN panels in mainstream notebooks. Whether in notebook or desktop systems, HiQVision accelerators can break cost barriers in the flat panel market." High Performance 2D Graphics Core Based on an enhanced HiQVideo core, the HiQVision graphics accelerator integrates a powerful 64-bit BitBLT engine for optimized Microsoft Windows(TM) performance. When combined with Chips and Technologies' new performance driver technology, the HiQVision accelerator offers exceptional 2D graphics and video, as well as best-in-class true and high color performance. Hardware multimedia support includes a zoomed video port See ZV Port. , YUV to RGB conversion, and double buffering. The versatile HiQVision accelerator provides direct interface support for a wide variety of active and passive matrix LCD displays, as well as plasma and EL-types. It can drive monochrome and color STN/TFT panels up to XGA (1024 x 768) resolution with 24 bits per pixel. The HiQVision graphics accelerator can also support non-standard panel sizes such as those with 16 x 9 ratios. The HiQVision accelerator is footprint compatible with the HiQVideo family and software compatible with the earlier HiQV32(TM) (65550) and HiQV64(TM) (65554) devices. Integrated HiQColor Technology The HiQVision graphics accelerator integrates Chips and Technologies' breakthrough HiQColor technology. Based on proprietary TMED algorithms, HiQColor technology is a unique process that allows the display of 16.7 million true colors on STN panels without using Frame Rate Control (FRC FRC abbr. functional residual capacity FRC see functional residual capacity. ) or dithering Simulating more colors and shades in a palette. In a monochrome system that displays or prints only black and white, shades of grays can be simulated by creating varying patterns of black dots. This is how halftones are created in a monochrome printer. . TMED eliminates all of the flaws -- such as blotchiness, graininess, and motion artifacts -- normally associated with prior techniques such as dithering and FRC. "STN panel technology has evolved in quality, resolution, size, and cost to the point where CRT monitor replacement has begun to occur," said Erjavec. "This market will grow rapidly as XGA and SXGA panels larger than 14-inch become available. By integrating HiQColor and PanelLink technologies with an improved HiQVideo core, the HiQVision graphics accelerator lets these panels directly replace the 17-inch CRTs found on many desktops today." Price and Availability The 68554 HiQVision graphics accelerator is packaged in a 256-pin plastic ball grid array “BGA” redirects here. For other uses, see BGA (disambiguation). A ball grid array (BGA) is a type of surface-mount packaging used for integrated circuits. (BGA). Pricing is $38.80 in 10,000 unit quantities. Sampling is scheduled for February 1997. About Chips and Technologies Chips and Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHPS) develops semiconductor and software solutions for leading manufacturers of personal computers. These unique, highly integrated solutions provide enhanced graphics, full-motion video, and other advanced display capabilities for both notebook and desktop computers. Chips and Technologies is widely recognized as the world's number one supplier of flat panel video graphics controllers and accelerators to the portable computer market. Chips and Technologies can be reached on the World Wide Web at http://www.chips.com . This press release contains forward looking statements, which are generally preceded by words such as "expects," "anticipates," or "intends." Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, including competitive conditions, the timing of product development, conditions in the personal computer marketplace, and other risks described in detail in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. -0- Note to Editors: HiQVision, HiQVideo, and HiQColor are trademarks of Chips and Technologies, Inc. PanelLink is a trademark of Silicon Image Inc. All other trademarks and brand names are the property of their respective owners. PanelLink technology is licensed from Silicon Image Inc. of Palo Alto, CA. CONTACT: Chips and Technologies Lisa Lawrence, 408/434-0600 or MQPR MQPR M-Ary Quadrature Partial Response Matthew Quint, 510/548-8985 |
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