Data I/O Adds Support for 300 New Flash, NAND Flash and Microcontroller Devices with FlashPAK v2003/B Networked Programming System Release.Business Editors REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 16, 2003 Data 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 (R) Corporation (Nasdaq:DAIO DAIO Direkt-Anlage in Österreich (Austrian Discount Broker) DAIO Defense Agencies-Indianapolis Operations ), the leading provider of manual and automated programming systems today announced the release of FlashPAK(TM) version 2003/B update. The update includes TaskLink(TM) for Windows v5.0, providing the ability to configure the FlashPAK programmer as a network node (networking) network node - (node) An addressable device attached to a computer network. If the node is a computer it is more often called a "host". . The new release provides users of FlashPAK programming systems with the ability to program an additional 300 Flash, multi-chip and microcontroller A single chip that contains the processor (the CPU), non-volatile memory for the program (ROM or flash), volatile memory for input and output (RAM), a clock and an I/O control unit. devices. High-density Flash is heavily used in cellular handsets, mobile devices and consumer products. For these markets, AMD (Advanced Micro Devices, Inc., Sunnyvale, CA, www.amd.com) A major manufacturer of semiconductor devices including x86-compatible CPUs, embedded processors, flash memories, programmable logic devices and networking chips. MirrorBit(TM) Flash families, Intel's StrataFlash(R) wireless Flash memories, key Flash devices from Atmel, Fujitsu, Sharp and STMicroelectronics, plus NAND Flash See flash memory. from Samsung and SanDisk can be programmed on the FlashPAK programmer at very high speeds. Applications include product prototyping, new product introductions, and medium volume production. The same devices are programmed in high volume on Data I/O's ProLINE-RoadRunner(TM) automated inline systems and the PS300(TM) FlashCORE(TM) offline systems as part of Data I/O's connected programming strategy, based on the FlashCORE programming architecture. The FlashCORE 2003/B release will ship to all Data I/O customers with FlashPAK desktop programming systems July 22, 2003. NAND Flash Support New NAND (Not AND) A Boolean logic operation that is true if any single input is false. Two-input NAND gates are often used as the sole logic element on gate array chips, because all Boolean operations can be created from NAND gates. See flash memory. device support includes a range of Samsung K5 and K9 NAND Flash devices, and the SanDisk SDTNF128. While NAND Flash offers significant cost savings for manufacturers of cell phones and consumer electronics, it entails a learning curve in designing and implementing bad block schemes. Data I/O works closely with the manufacturers of NAND Flash devices to support their standard methods of handling bad blocks. The TaskLink for Windows programming task interface assists users in defining specific programming parameters, including the handling of bad blocks within a NAND array. These new features for NAND programming are provided in TaskLink for Windows version 5.0, which is included in this release for FlashPAK customers. Multi-chip Package Support M-Systems' Disk-on-Chip Millennium Plus devices are supported in FlashPAK version 2003/B. The Disk-on-Chip devices have proven to be popular in mobile applications such as PDAs as well as for connected devices such as digital set top boxes and thin clients. Growing Microcontroller Support The global microcontroller market, driven by consumer and automotive applications, will increase to $14.3 billion by 2006.(1) Release of initial microcontroller programming capability on FlashCORE in March 2003 came about through Data I/O's close partnership with key customers in the automotive industry The automotive industry is the industry involved in the design, development, manufacture, marketing, and sale of motor vehicles. In 2006, more than 69 million motor vehicles, including cars and commercial vehicles were produced worldwide. , programming centers and EMS (electronics manufacturing services Electronic manufacturing services (EMS) is term used for companies that design, test, manufacture, distribute and provide return/repair services for electronic component and assemblies for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). ) companies. Data I/O's constantly growing device list includes support for Motorola 9S12 and 68HC08 families used in these applications. FlashPAK(TM) Programming System: Optimized for High-Density Flash Device Programming Data I/O FlashPAK is a high-speed gang desktop programming system for prototype and production programming environments. The FlashPAK programming system is designed to program the leading high-density Flash memory and microcontroller devices at near theoretical minimum programming times and at the lowest cost per programmed part. FlashPAK complements the ProLINE-RoadRunner and PS300 systems, and fulfills the Data I/O Connected Programming Strategy, by providing consistent use of programming architecture and algorithms from initial design through prototype and production. ProLINE-RoadRunner(TM): The World's Fastest and Most Cost Effective Inline Programming System The ProLINE-RoadRunner, an automated inline programming feeder, is targeted for high-volume users of high-density Flash memory devices and microcontrollers, including cellular phone, automotive, and consumer electronics manufacturers. The ProLINE-RoadRunner removes devices from tape, programs two to four devices in parallel, then delivers the programmed parts to the pick-up point of the placement machine. PS300(TM) FlashCORE(TM) Automated Programming System for High Volume Programming The PS300FC automated programming system accommodates up to twelve programmers (up to 48 programming sites), surpassing any throughput currently available. Combining FlashCORE programmers with a high-speed handler A software routine that performs a particular task. It often refers to a routine that "handles" an exception of some kind, such as an error, but it can refer to mainstream processes as well. The term is typically used in operating systems and other system software. , PS300 has a unique architecture that delivers the lowest programming cost in offline programming operations. This is accomplished by the combination of exceptional programming speed, a reliable handler platform, system scalability and software-based process control. Data I/O's Connected Programming Strategy The connected programming strategy rests on the ability to easily communicate and seamlessly transfer algorithms, data files, and programming profiles up and down the supply chain. Data I/O's vision is lean manufacturing Lean manufacturing is the production of goods using less of everything compared to mass production: less human effort, less manufacturing space, less investment in tools, and less engineering time to develop a new product. based on just-in-time programming, minimized inventory, and flexible manufacturing. FlashCORE is the high-speed programming architecture underlying Data I/O's automated inline programming system ProLINE-RoadRunner, the high-speed offline-handler PS300, FlashCORE, and FlashPAK desktop programming systems. About Data I/O Celebrating 30 years of innovative leadership in the device programming industry, Data I/O Corporation Data I/O Corporation NASDAQ:DAIO (commonly known as "Data I/O") is a manufacturer of programming and automated device handling systems for programmable integrated circuits. (R) (Nasdaq:DAIO) provides manual and automated device programming systems that specifically address the requirements of engineering and manufacturing operations Manufacturing operations concern the operation of a facility, as opposed to maintenance, supply and distribution, health, and safety, emergency response, human resources, security, information technology and other infrastructural support organizations. . FlashCORE(TM) is the architecture behind a family of programmers that deliver the highest throughput and lowest cost per programmed device. For Flash, micro and logic device support, the MultiSyte and UniSite families provide universal support and versatility to address a wide variety of programming needs. Data I/O Corporation is headquartered in Redmond, Washington Redmond is a city in King County, Washington, USA. It is situated on the eastern edge of the Seattle urban area, in what is known as the Eastside. In 2003 the Census Bureau estimated the city population was 46,391. , and has sales and service offices worldwide. For more information, see www.dataio.com or call 800-426-1045. All company and product names mentioned may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders and are used for identification purposes only. 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(1) "SIA Sia (sī`ə) or Siaha (sī`əhə), in the Bible, family returned from the Exile. SIA - Serial Interface Adaptor Projects 16.8% Growth for 2004 Global Semiconductor Sales" press release issued by Semiconductor Industry Association, June 11, 2003, http://www.sia-online.org/pre_release.cfm?ID=273 |
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