Fairchild Semiconductor Introduces the Industry's Highest Bandwidth 4:1 Multiplexer for High-Performance Analog Applications.

0.1dB Bandwidth Flatness to 90MHz Enables the Ability to Switch and Drive Today's Highest Resolution Video Signals

SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine -- Fairchild Semiconductor (NYSE:FCS) introduces the FHP3194, the industry's first 1.2GHz 4:1 analog multiplexer. Boasting an 800MHz small-signal and 500MHz large-signal -3dB bandwidth (at G=2), the FHP3194 offers approximately 25 percent higher bandwidth than comparable devices. This performance makes it the only multiplexer on the market today with the bandwidth capable of exceeding the high-resolution requirements for high-definition (HD), 1080p and 1080i, and PC graphic video signals. With 0.1dB gain flatness to 90MHz at 2Vpp, it also ensures predictable performance in high-frequency designs. This multiplexer offers designers the highest performing and most reliable solution for switching and driving high-speed video applications, including HDTVs, test and medical equipment, security systems and many other high-frequency products that require multiple I/O switching.

"Fairchild's FHP3194 offers designers the best option available for high-speed video applications," said Debbie Brandenburg, marketing engineer for Signal Conditioning Products, Fairchild Semiconductor. "At the high PC graphics signal range our device exhibits 0.1dB gain flatness while competitive devices are 'peaking' and its constant gain allows the signal to pass more predictably, even when board layout is less than optimal. The result is easier, more flexible designs and more reliable end-systems. The FHP3194 is the latest example of Fairchild's commitment to providing leading-edge analog products that enable HD video applications."

Other key features of the FHP3194 include:

* High (2,200V/microsecond) slew rate for optimal pulse response;

* Disable/shutdown options and single 5V supply capability for power savings;

* High (plus/minus 75mA) output current for driving dual-video loads.

The FHP3194 is available in either a TSSOP-14 or an SOIC-14 package. This lead (Pb)-free device meets or exceeds the requirements of the joint IPC/JEDEC standard J-STD-020C and is compliant with European Union regulations now in effect.

Price (each): US $1.79 (1000 pcs)

Availability: Now

Delivery:     12 weeks ARO

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Note to Editor: For datasheets of these products in PDF format, please go to: http://www.fairchildsemi.com/ds/FH/FHP3194.pdf.

About Fairchild Semiconductor:

Fairchild Semiconductor (NYSE:FCS) is the leading global supplier of high-performance power products critical to today's leading electronic applications in the computing, communications, consumer, industrial and automotive segments. As The Power Franchise[R], Fairchild offers the industry's broadest portfolio of components that optimize system power. Fairchild's 9,000 employees design, manufacture and market power, analog & mixed signal, interface, logic, and optoelectronics products. Please contact us on the web at www.fairchildsemi.com.