Microsemi Introduces New Controller Circuit For Multiple-Lamp CCFL Applications; Enters Large Screen Desktop and TV Monitor Market; Can Synchronize Up to 12 Controllers.Business Editors & High-Tech Writers IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 13, 2002 Choice of Commercial or Extended-Temperature Versions Patented Direct Drive and Resonant Lamp Strike Design Microsemi Corp. (Nasdaq:MSCC MSCC Motlow State Community College (Lynchburg, TN) MSCC Morgan Sports Car Club MSCC Manila Sports Car Club MSCC Mission Springs Community Church (Fremont, CA) MSCC Mazda Sports Car Club ) today announced the introduction of a new RangeMAX(R) integrated circuit integrated circuit (IC), electronic circuit built on a semiconductor substrate, usually one of single-crystal silicon. The circuit, often called a chip, is packaged in a hermetically sealed case or a nonhermetic plastic capsule, with leads extending from it for designed specifically to control power for multiple cold cathode A cathode in a gas-filled electron tube that is not heated by a filament in order to excite the electrons and cause current flow. The voltage potential within the tube is sufficient to ionize the gas in the tube and cause current flow. fluorescent lamps found in desktop LCD monitors, multiple-lamp panels and low ambient light displays. Designated the LX1688(TM), the new circuit is targeted at high end monitors and other applications requiring high brightness displays. The LX1688 allows designers to use multiple controllers to drive multiple lamps with synchronized outputs. One controller is the master and the others synchronized slave controllers. For severe environment applications, including automotive, an available version allows extended-temperature operation from -40 degrees C to +85 degrees C. "We're the leading source of light-powering technology for the PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) A handheld computer for managing contacts, appointments and tasks. It typically includes a name and address database, calendar, to-do list and note taker, which are the functions in a personal information manager (see PIM). and automotive computing markets. These markets are of particular interest not only for our CCFL (Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp) Same as CCFT. technology products, but also for Microsemi's emergent LED and LED driver products," said James J. Peterson, president and chief executive officer. "Now, with products like the LX1688, we also can move into applications for large screen LCDs, such as desktop and television monitors, that provide market growth levels in excess of 35%, year over year," Peterson said. Product designers can employ either analog or external wide-range digital dimming techniques with the LX1688, depending upon their application needs. A dual feedback control loop regulates both maximum lamp strike voltage and lamp current. As an added safety feature, the LX1688 shuts down automatically in the event of an open or broken lamp. "We offer a great deal of versatility for large-screen designers using the LX1688," said Kelly Jones, vice president and general manager of Microsemi Integrated Products, "including the ability to provide individual lamp control in multi-lamp systems." The LX1688 is the latest in Microsemi's leading portfolio of power management products for lighting CCFL lamps, well established in reference designs from Intel and others. For portable PDA applications, RangeMAX(R) patented technology has become the standard in color displays -- saving space, increasing efficiency and extending dimming capabilities. RangeMAX technology can be found in PDAs from leading manufacturers that include Hewlett Packard, Casio, Compaq and Toshiba. RangeMAX applications from Clarion, VDO VDO Vereinigte DEUTA-Ota (Villingen, Germany; gauge manufacturer founded 1929) VDO Varus Derotation Osteotomy VDO Very Distant Object(s) VDO Voltage Drop-Out VDO Video Data Organization , Becker and Visteon can be found in most luxury automobiles on the market today. The LX1688 is packaged in a 24-pin TSSOP TSSOP Thin Shrink Small Outline Package TSSOP Thin Scale Small Outline Package package and operates from a 3.3V to 5V supply. It is available for immediate sampling and delivery. In quantities of 10K, the new controller is priced at $1.86, with the extended temperature version at $2.23. Complete technical information and data sheets are available on the Microsemi Web site. Samples can be ordered through this site, www.Microsemi.com, or a franchised distributor. Microsemi Integrated Products is the new umbrella organization
An umbrella organization is an association of (often related, industry-specific) institutions, who work together formally to coordinate activities or unifying Microsemi's three Southern California Southern California, also colloquially known as SoCal, is the southern portion of the U.S. state of California. Centered on the cities of Los Angeles and San Diego, Southern California is home to nearly 24 million people and is the nation's second most populated region, integrated circuit operations. Previously, the circuit design centers in Carlsbad and Los Angeles were known as Microsemi MicroPower and Micro WaveSys, respectively, and the analog/mixed signal design and manufacturing operations in Garden Grove, Calif. was named Linfinity Microelectronics. About Microsemi Microsemi is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of analog, mixed-signal and discrete semiconductors. The company's semiconductors manage and regulate power, protect against transient voltage spikes and transmit, receive and amplify signals. Microsemi products include individual components as well as complete circuit solutions that enhance customer designs by providing battery optimization, reducing size or protecting circuits. Markets the company serves include mobile connectivity, computer/peripherals, telecommunications, medical, industrial/commercial, space/satellite and military. More information may be obtained by contacting the company directly or by visiting its Web site at http://www.microsemi.com. "Safe Harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. 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