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California Micro Devices Expands Family of ASIP(TM) Solutions for DVI and VGA Ports Low Cost CM2009 Integrates Sync Buffers, Level-Shifting N-FETs and 8kV ESD Protection SEATTLE, May 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- California Micro Devices today announced the CM2009, a highly integrated Application Specific Integrated Passive(TM) (ASIP(TM)) device that provides a complete interface solution for VGA ports for PCs and set top box applications at the Society for Information Display 2004 International Symposium in Seattle. The CM2009 provides 7 channels of electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection, level shifting and back drive protection for the DDC signals, and buffers and impedance matching for the SYNC signals. By integrating 22 analog and passive components into a single chip, the CM2009 offers a simple, reliable, space saving and cost effective alternative to discrete implementations. The CM2009 expands California Micro Devices' popular family of VGA and DVI/HDMI port solutions, such as the PACVGA200 and the CM1213, which are used by leading manufacturers of PC, peripherals and consumer electronics. The CM2009 is an ideal solution for notebook and desktop computers, graphics cards, set top boxes and other host platforms that have VGA and/or DVI-I outputs. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040524/SFM015 ) "As the industry's only supplier of integrated ASIP(TM) solutions for VGA and DVI ports, we are continuing to expand and enhance our product offerings for the PC and consumer markets," stated Joe Salvador, director of marketing for computing and consumer products at California Micro Devices. "The CM2009 provides the industry's lowest cost and smallest footprint interface solution for VGA ports found on PCs and graphics cards, as well as for DVI-I ports used in high volume consumer applications such as digital set top boxes and personal video recorders." Key Features The CM2009 is placed between the video graphics controller of a PC, graphics card, or set top box, and the analog video output (VGA port or DVI-I port). The CM2009 integrates several critical functions that are typically implemented using many discrete analog and passive devices. These functions include ESD protection, level shifting and back drive protection for the DDC signals, and buffers and impedance matching for the SYNC signals. All seven channels for video, DDC, and SYNC signals are ESD protected by low capacitance (4pF max) dual rail clamp diodes. These diodes provide 8kV contact ESD protection per IEC61000-4-2, level 4. ESD protection for the DDC signal pins is designed to prevent back current when the device is powered down while connected to a monitor that is powered up. Two non-inverting drivers deliver buffering for the HSYNC and VSYNC signals from the video controller IC. Two bidirectional N-channel MOSFETs provide the level shifting function required when the DDC controller is operated at a lower supply voltage than the monitor. Separate positive supply rails for the VIDEO, DDC and SYNC channels facilitate interfacing with low voltage video controller ICs to provide design flexibility in multi-supply voltage environments. All of these functions are integrated into a small 16 pin QSOP package. Pricing and Availability The CM2009 is currently in production, and pricing starts at $0.85 each in 10,000 units. Lead free packaging options are also available. About California Micro Devices Corporation California Micro Devices Corporation is a leading supplier of application specific analog semiconductor products for the mobile, computing and consumer electronics markets. Key products include Application Specific Integrated Passive(TM) (ASIP(TM)) devices plus power management and interface ICs. Detailed corporate and product information may be accessed at http://www.calmicro.com/. NOTE: ASIP(TM) and Application Specific Integrated Passive(TM) are trademarks of California Micro Devices. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040524/SFM015 http://photoarchive.ap.org/ DATASOURCE: California Micro Devices Corporation CONTACT: Richard Haas of California Micro Devices Corporation, +1-408-934-3108, or Web site: http://www.calmicro.com/

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