SigmaTel Unveils Complete Processor Reference Solution for the Portable GPS MarketSigmaTel ODM reference design powered by the S
April 22 2008 - 8:05AM
Business Wire
SigmaTel, Inc. (NASDAQ:SGTL) today introduced a complete processor
solution for the portable navigation GPS market, enabling lower
system costs for portable navigation devices (PNDs) and expanding
the company�s consumer product platform offerings. The SigmaTel
STMP3738 semiconductor solution is a highly-integrated SoC which
eliminates up to 12 previously-discrete ICs typically found in PND
devices. Supporting WinCE5, WinCE6 and Linux operating systems, the
STMP3738 allows customers to quickly develop and introduce PND
products into the market at attractive price points. �We are
excited to be entering a new high growth consumer market that
capitalizes on our mixed-signal integration and performance
capabilities,� said Glen Burchers, director of marketing for
SigmaTel. �With the STMP3738, PND BOM cost is reduced by 15% and
board space by 30%, without sacrificing performance. Furthermore,
the STMP3738 is based on the flagship 3700 processor family of
which SigmaTel has already shipped millions.� The 90nm STMP3700
family uses an ARM9 processor coupled with on-chip audio and power
management functions. Unlike other ARM9 based ICs, the SigmaTel
device integrates the analog functions on the same silicon die as
the processor. In addition, the power management functions,
typically spread across several analog ICs, are also integrated
into the STMP3738 resulting in significant overall cost savings.
�SigmaTel delivers world-class performance and mixed-signal
integration at an unparalleled cost point,� added Burchers.
Available now, the STMP3738 supports popular GPS solutions
including: Broadcom, SiRF and NXP. �We are impressed with the
integration level and performance of SigmaTel�s STMP3738,� said
Kevin Strong, director of product marketing for GPS products, NXP
Semiconductors. �Combined with our latest GNS7560 GPS SoC, we
believe it provides a compelling solution for the high volume entry
level PND market. We are excited to work with SigmaTel for
development of this latest segment of the rapidly growing PND
market.� Both Linux and WinCE operating systems ports are available
from SigmaTel. All popular map application software and map
databases are compatible with the SigmaTel processor. 10K pricing
is $4.50 for the STMP3738 in a 169 pin BGA package. High volume
production is available now. About SigmaTel: SigmaTel is a fabless
semiconductor company which designs, develops, and markets
mixed-signal ICs for the consumer electronics market. The Company�s
target market segments include portable media players, printers,
digital televisions and portable navigation devices. SigmaTel
provides complete, system-level solutions that include
highly-integrated ICs, customizable firmware and software, software
development tools and reference designs. The Company�s focus is on
enabling customers to rapidly introduce and offer electronic
products that are small, light-weight, power-efficient, reliable,
and cost-effective. SigmaTel is ISO 9001:2000 certified and is
committed to providing customers with high performance, quality
products along with superior, worldwide customer service.
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