Consumer Electronics Association Selects Cirrus Logic Executives for Board of Directors and Division Positions.Business Editors & High-Tech Writers AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 16, 2002 Matthew Perry To Serve on Board of Directors and Bob Bennett Selected for Home Networks and Information Technology Division Cirrus Logic (company) Cirrus Logic - A manufacturer of integrated circuits including the Advanced RISC Machine and display interface processors and cards for use as Windows accelerators (requiring dedicated driver software). http://cirrus.com/. Inc., (Nasdaq:CRUS crus (krus) pl. cru´ra [L.] 1. leg (1). 2. a leglike part. crus ce´rebri ), the leading supplier of semiconductor solutions for the digital entertainment revolution, today announced the appointment of Matthew Perry, vice president and general manager of Cirrus' Crystal Products Division, to the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA CEA carcinoembryonic antigen. CEA abbr. carcinoembryonic antigen CEA (Carcinoembryonic antigen) ) Board of Directors. In addition, Bob Bennett, vice president of marketing for Cirrus' Wireless Division, has been named as a board member to the Home Networks and Information Technology (HNIT) Division of CEA. The HNIT Division is focused on accelerating the adoption of networked consumer electronic products and their connection to the Internet Internet Publicly accessible computer network connecting many smaller networks from around the world. It grew out of a U.S. Defense Department program called ARPANET (Advanced Research Projects Agency Network), established in 1969 with connections between computers at the . Bennett brings Cirrus' leading technical expertise in wireless home networking to the CEA division. The two volunteer leaders began their terms on Jan. 1, 2002. The Consumer Electronics Association represents more than 650 companies within the U.S. consumer technology industry. The organization provides valuable resources to members including market research, promotional and educational programs, technical standards and representation before federal, state and local government to promote and advance the concerns of today's consumer electronic companies. CEA also produces the annual International CES, the world's largest showcase for consumer technology. "From video to audio to wireless to mobile electronics, consumers are embracing the digital age," said Gary Shapiro, CEA president and chief executive officer. "With Cirrus known as a leader of the digital entertainment revolution, having Matthew Perry on our board will provide unique expertise and strategic direction." "Cirrus is proud to be a part of the Consumer Electronics Association and all the unique services it provides," said Matthew Perry. "CEA's research serves as the bedrock of the industry, while its board and divisions do much to advance the future of electronics." In addition to Cirrus Logic's representation, the 2002 Board of Directors will comprise representation from companies such as Hewlett Packard, Panasonic, Samsung, Toshiba and Yamaha. The Home Networks and Information Technology Division of CEA will be composed of board members from companies including Compaq, Intel, Microsoft and Radio Shack See RadioShack. . About Cirrus Logic Inc. Cirrus Logic is the premier supplier of high-performance analog and DSP (1) (Digital Signal Processor) A special-purpose CPU used for digital signal processing applications (see definition #2 below). It provides ultra-fast instruction sequences, such as shift and add, and multiply and add, which are commonly used in math-intensive chip solutions for consumer entertainment electronics that allow people to see, hear, connect, and enjoy digital entertainment. Building on its global market share leadership in audio integrated circuits Integrated circuits Miniature electronic circuits produced within and upon a single semiconductor crystal, usually silicon. Integrated circuits range in complexity from simple logic circuits and amplifiers, about 1/20 in. (1. and its rich mixed-signal patent portfolio, the company targets mainstream audio, video and Internet entertainment applications in the consumer entertainment market. Cirrus Logic operates from headquarters in Austin, Texas and major sites located in Fremont and El Dorado El Dorado, legendary country of South America El Dorado (ĕl`dərä`dō, –rā`–) [Span.,=the gilded man], legendary country of the Golden Man sought by adventurers in South America. Hills, Calif., Broomfield and Boulder Boulder, city, United States Boulder, city (1990 pop. 83,312), seat of Boulder co., N central Colo.; inc. 1871. A Rocky Mountain resort and a suburb of Denver, it is the seat of the Univ. of Colorado (1876). , Colo., as well as offices in Europe, Japan and Asia. More information about Cirrus Logic is available at www.cirrus.com. About CEA The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) represents more than 650 U.S. companies involved in the design, development, manufacturing and distribution of audio, video, mobile electronics, wireless and landline Land based. Refers to standard telephone and data communications systems that use in-ground and telephone pole cables in contrast to wireless cellular and satellite services. communications, information technology, multimedia and accessory accessory, in criminal law, a person who, though not present at the commission of a crime, becomes a participator in the crime either before or after the fact of commission. products, as well as related services that are sold through consumer channels. Combined, CEA's members account for more than $70 billion in annual sales. CEA's resources are available online at www.CE.org , the definitive source for information about the consumer electronics industry. CEA also sponsors and manages the International CES - Your Source for Workstyle and Lifestyle Technology(sm). All profits from CES are reinvested into industry services, including technical training and education, industry promotion, engineering standards development, market research and legislative advocacy. Cirrus Logic is a trademark of Cirrus Logic Inc. Third-party trademarks and names are the property of their respective owners. |
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