Elantec Introduces New Analog Front-Ends for High-Performance Video Applications.

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

MILPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 12, 2000

The EL4101C and EL4102C Integrate Common Analog Video Interface

Components to Support Latest Video and PC Standards

Elantec Semiconductor, Inc. (Nasdaq:ELNT), a leader in high-performance analog ICs, today introduced its EL4101C and EL4102C integrated analog video front-ends (VFAs) for high-bandwidth video applications.

As the display resolution of projectors and flat panel gets higher, the bandwidth of the analog signal used to transmit these signals continues to increase. With a bandwidth of 500MHz, these new VFAs from Elantec are designed to support XGA through UXGA and QXGA new high-resolution displays. The EL4101C and EL4102C also integrate a number of functions usually sold as separate devices. This high level of integration reduces design complexity and board space requirements, along with the overall solution cost.

The EL4101C integrates a 4:1 multiplexer for input source selection and a DC-restoration circuit, which prepare the input signal for further processing such as analog-to-digital (A-to-D) conversion. The EL4102C adds an 18dB selectable-gain amplifier, programmable via a 3-wire serial interface in 32-step increments. This allows the user to scale the signal before processing or A-to-D conversion to achieve optimal resolution and performance. Both products also exhibit high slew-rates and fast settling times, which are critical for high-bandwidth video processing. The EL4101C and EL4102C also feature a monitor output of the signal selected by the 4:1 multiplexer. Both the monitor output and the main output are capable of driving 75ohm video cables.

Michael Jennings of Elantec's Marketing group said, "Because they integrate many of the common analog components, fewer EL4101C or EL4102C VFAs can replace many standard ICs in the latest projector, HDTV, monitor, and flat panel high-end video applications. Moreover, the single channel architecture of the EL4101C and EL4102C provides improved channel separation specifications. This makes these devices ideal for use in professional video products such as, broadcast equipment and medical or test instrumentation."

Sampling now, both devices are available in the 24-pin QSOP package. Pricing for the EL4101C is $4.45 in 1000-unit quantities, and the EL4102C is priced at $4.95 in similar volume.

For more information please contact the applications department at Elantec's Corporate Headquarters in Milpitas at 408/945-1323 ext. 311, or visit the Company's web site at www.elantec.com.

Elantec designs, manufactures and markets high performance analog integrated circuits primarily for the video, optical storage, communications and power management, markets. The Company targets high growth commercial markets in which advances in digital integrated circuit technology are driving increasing demand for high speed, high performance and low power consumption analog circuits.

Certain matters discussed in this press release pertaining to the market acceptance, product performance, level of integration, cost effectiveness, and design-in time are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties include product introductions by the Company's competitors, competitive pricing pressures, fluctuations in manufacturing yield, changes in the mix or markets in which products are sold, availability and cost of raw materials and other risks discussed in the Company's 2000 Form 10-K, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company's actual results could differ materially from those discussed herein.