OSD Displays (OSD) - Winter Park, FL. OSD Displays' low cost 0.95-inch full color PMOLED is ideal for mobile hand held applications. It features a 96 x 64 resolution and is only about 2 mm thick. This full color PMOLED also boasts a high contrast ratio of 2000:1 and 65K colors. This compact displays has outline dimensions of 24.8mm(W) × 22.42mm(H) × 2.0mm(T). The active display area is 20.14mm (W) x 13.42mm (H) which is an ideal size for many portable media applications and handheld devices. This display is optimized for portable application with a low-power requirement and 0.3V - 3.6V logic.The display module is fully RoHS compliant, and has robust operating temperature range of -30 degrees C to +70 degrees C and a storage temperature range of -30 degrees C to +80 degrees C.OSD 0.95-inch full color PMOLED panelPhoto: Company

Leading non-volatile memory supplier Macronix International has announced that it has skipped the 90nm process node and moved directly to a 75nm technology, ahead of schedule. The new NOR flash products are targeted for use in networking, computing, consumer and mobile applications.Macronix' first product based on the new 75nm process is a 256Mbit density parallel NOR flash memory, and is currently sampling to leading WiMax, GPON, and set-top box OEM customers.With over 20 years experience in the semiconductor industry, Macronix is renowned for its high-quality, feature-rich and cost-effective solutions for embedded systems and mobile markets. By shrinking the process technology to 75nm, Macronix will be able to increase production capacity for medium to high density products to satisfy the increasing requirements for bigger boot code of Internet applications."The move to 75nm technology further strengthens our product roadmap. The die shrink will offer backward compatibility and performance enhancement, while achieving the common targets shared with customers on cost control," said Martin Lin, Segment Marketing Director at Macronix. "More than that, our next technology node is moving to 57nm to meet the technical requirements of our broad customer base. Macronix just acquired a 300mm fab to enhance its technology migration to geometries beyond 75nm."In addition to meeting current market requirements, 75nm will also provide the platform for low voltage products. These 1.8V products will be targeted at handheld and portable applications requiring a small form factor and reduced power consumption. Macronix is not only the largest supplier of serial NOR flash, but is taking the lead in developing the 1.8V serial flash specifications.Samples of the 75nm 256Mb parallel NOR flash memory are available today, and mass production is slated for the fourth quarter of 2010. This product will be followed by 64Mb and 128Mb in both parallel and serial flash families.Macronix will showcase its memory solutions at booth #209 during Embedded System Conference (ESC) in Boston, Mass. Please stop by Macronix's booth and check out our products targeted for automotive, networking, industrial, medical, and computing applications.

Atlanta - (Business Wire) - CEDIA 2010 Booth #4156 - Vivitek Corporation, a leading manufacturer of environmentally innovative visual presentation products, debuts its line of home theater projectors at CEDIA as a first time exhibitor. From its high-end LED-based H9080FD to the value-based H1080FD 1080p projectors, Vivitek has as complete family of projector models for home theater and large venue applications.Vivitek will also introduce two new models including the H9030FD LED extreme short-throw and the D8300 large-venue crossover projectors. These will complement the current 1080p models consisting of the entry-level H1080FD, H1082, H1085; mid-level professional grade models, the H5080, H5082 and H5085; and high-end LED model H9080FD."Vivitek has a complete line of 1080p-based home theater and large venue models for the custom installation market," said Christopher Yang, senior product manager at Vivitek. "We know that picture quality, performance and even versatility are key factors for home theater enthusiasts. Our family of projectors incorporates the latest color and video processing technologies to ensure unsurpassed images on a big screen."H9030FD key features and specifications:Native 1080p (1920x1080) resolutionLED-lamp based projection with estimated 20,000 hours of lamp life50,000:1 Contrast Ratio at 1000 ANSI LumensDLP and BrilliantColor technologies from Texas InstrumentsConnectivity options include: HDMI v1.3 (3x), VGA-in, Composite video, S-video, Component video3D-ReadyAvailable Summer 2011; Price TBDD8300 key features and specifications:Native 1080p (1920x1080) resolution6500 Lumens and 2000:1 Contrast RatioDLP and BrilliantColor technologies from Texas InstrumentsAdvanced image processing from GennumConnectivity options include: HDMI v1.3 (2x), BNC, Component and Composite video, S-video and RS-232cBuilt-in 1.3x zoom with manual lens shift (+/-120% vertical and +/-30% horizontal)Available Fall 2011; Price TBDVivitek full HD home theater projector, the D8300Photo: Company

Leading fabless specialty DRAM company Etron Technology announced on September 28 it shipped more than 19 million units of webcam controller IC in just over a year.Etron now offers two series of webcam controllers - the eSP258 and eSP268. The former features a small die area, while the latter has a built-in OTP. Both eSP258 and eSP268 series are patented, and provided to customers worldwide for PCs and notebooks. They deliver a high-quality user experience at affordable prices.Etron has developed a firmware architecture for its webcam controllers, which allows customers to re-program their settings onto a built-in OTP memory without external EEPROM or SPI flash. The chips also integrate three low-dropout regulators (LDOs) to convert external 5V to 3.3V, 2.8V and 1.8V, while ensuring a high-quality performance by suppressing noise and heat dissipation induced by the on-chip LDOs. Eliminating the need for EEPROM or SPI flash combined with integrated LDO will significantly reduce the system BOM cost, improve production efficiency and enhance camera performance.Etron's eSP258 and eSP268 have been highly recognized by clients and consumers, allowing the company to take a more than 50% share of the PC camera market in China, Taiwan and Asia.New product to highlight video/audio performanceEtron has expanded its portfolio with the eSP568, a new webcam controller series that inherits all successful features of its previous generations, such as built-in OTP, LDO, etc. The series also incorporates a built-in ADC/AGC to enable audio and video operation on just one chip.Customers can store all their customized settings for both video and audio needs without external EEPROMs or SPI flash, and use the on-chip ADC/AGC function to record data and directly transfer it through the on-chip USB 2.0 interface without extra expenditure on external D-MIC. This new Webcam controller IC is also equipped with color adjusting and audio tuning capabilities to provide a cost-performance choice, and satisfy end-users with a real-time cost-effective way to interact and enjoy an optimized audio, video and imaging virtual reality world.Etron's vision is to understand, design, and promote the most advanced and intelligent semiconductor memory and logic IC chips to contribute to human society by facilitating smoother communications and enjoyment in real-time virtual reality. With new production of the eSP568 line and further work in Webcam Controller ICs, USB 3.0, and memory areas, Etroners are connecting their chips to people's lives and satisfaction.Since 2009, Etron already has shipped 19 million units of webcam controller ICs, including the eSP258 and the eSp268 series.Source: CompanyEtron has introduced a new product, the eSP568, enhancing both video and audio performance.Source: Company

HDMI Licensing, LLC, the agent responsible for licensing the High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) Specification, has announced that it now has over 1,000 licensed HDMI Adopters worldwide, an 11% increase compared to 2009. HDMI technology has become the de-facto worldwide standard for transmitting high-definition (HD) digital content with nearly 500 million HDMI-compliant products expected to ship in 2010 and an installed base of over 1.5 billion HDMI products deployed worldwide. The consortium is also introducing its new online database tool, branded "HDMI Product Finder," to help buyers, distributors and resellers find HDMI-compliant products from licensed adopters based on various criteria such as features, functionality or geographic region.As the market for digital media continues to grow, later versions of the HDMI Specification have responded to address the changing consumer landscape by introducing key enhancements, such as 3D TV support, resulting in a growing adopter base across all geographical regions. A total of 30% of HDMI adopters are now located in China, 22% in Taiwan, 17% in North America, 13% in Europe and the rest of the world, 10% in Japan, and 8% in Korea."The tremendous growth of the HDMI adopter base over the years has been supported by our commitment to enhancing the specification, creating business opportunities and building new tools that allow manufacturers to easily develop and sell products," said Steve Venuti, president of HDMI Licensing, LLC. "The new HDMI Product Finder is another new way to support our adopters by promoting and showcasing their HDMI-compliant products."The new HDMI Product Finder is an online, database-driven catalog with a robust search function, where licensed adopters can effectively promote their products on the official HDMI website. Adopters can upload datasheets, images, specifications, and "where to buy" details that can be searched and filtered so that buyers, distributors or resellers can find HDMI-compliant products based on their unique requirements. Product listings in the HDMI Product Finder are free of charge for compliant, licensed Adopters. For more information on the HDMI Product Finder, visit http://www.hdmi.org/product_finder.

Lanner Electronics has released the LEC-2026, an embedded system with a specialized focus on network capabilities. The LEC-2026 is driven by the N270 Intel Atom CPU and the Intel 945GSE and ICH7M chipset. It supports six Intel Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports, each with its own network controller, to ensure high throughput for network communication and vision control applications. The extended temperature specification and fanless design allows the LEC-2026 to thrive in harsh environments.The LEC-2026 is designed for vision control applications. Vision control is a real-time video monitoring system for quality control. The system is designed for IA and other manufacturing environments ensure the proper placement of components. For example in motherboard manufacturing a vision control system would be included in the various chip shooters to ensure each component was placed correctly. The vision control's digital Gigabit Ethernet cameras are mounted inside the machine and are connected to the external IPC. Software on the IPC will then use the cameras to constantly assess each placed chip. This analysis happens in real time, so the IPC does not retain any of the video footage, and therefore is not reliant on storage space.The LEC-2026 is designed for use with vision control, by having separate high bandwidth Gigabit Ethernet ports, each with their own separate controller. This ensures that the data stream will have a continuously high bandwidth. With six Intel Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports the LEC-2026 can run up to six cameras.To promote longevity the LEC-2026 is fanless, while still boasting an extended temperature range between -10-degrees and 55-degrees Celsius. One reason the unit can support fanless design is the low power threshold involved in the N270 Intel Atom CPU which still boasts 1.6GHz of processing ability, Lanner highlighted. Heat dispersing fins along the chassis ensure the unit will remain cool in even the harshest industrial settings.Other connections include two USB 2.0 ports, one RJ45 COM port and a VGA port for attaching monitors. With 2.5-inch SATA HDD support and a CF socket this aluminum cased SFF computer can utilize various operating systems (including XPE and Linux Kernel 2.4.16) and serve many different applications, Lanner said.Lanner LEC-2026 embedded system with a specialized focus on network capabilitiesPhoto: Company

As the optimistic trend about the upcoming super speed transmission technologies is emerging, Jargy, a manufacturer that has been producing PC accessory products over 20 years, has launched several USB 3.0-based devices, including signal amplifying technology-featured USB 3.0 extension cables, which are able to transmit signals and electrical power to a device over 10 meters away without losing any signal or power strength; and 2-port and 4-port USB 3.0 hubs, which are designed specifically for notebooks and do not require an external power source for connecting devices such as hard drives.Limited by existing USB 3.0 controller chip technology as well as the quality of cable materials, unstable signal transmission can often been seen with a standard 2-meter long USB 3.0 data cable; however, Jargy's USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 extension cables with built-in signal amplifying technology are able to amplify the transmission signals as well as power voltages and currents at the terminal end of the cable to allow its voltages to stay at 5VDC plus and minus 5%, with currents at 900mA. The technology will solve the issue that a host is not able to recognize a USB device causing a malfunction due to the weakening signals and power, according to Jargy president Johnny Chung.Based on consumer demand, Jargy is currently offering four different lengths for its USB 3.0 extension cables. 3-meter, 5-meter, 7-meter and 10-meter, and consumers can extend cable lengths further by connecting multiple cables together.Most existing notebooks currently only feature one USB 3.0 port due to concerns about high power consumption, and if users wish to connect more than two USB 3.0 devices, they will face the problem of an insufficient number of ports. To solve the issue, Jargy has released a 2-port USB 3.0 hub, which can extend the original 1-port into 2-ports. Its advantages over small-size and light-weight make it easy for users to carry around. The device also adopts a special power design to remove the requirement for an external power source. The device won lots of praise when demonstrated at Computex 2010.The company also has a 4-port USB 3.0 hub. Even without the connection of an external power source, the device works smoothly when connected to a 2.5-inch SATA II hard drive or a 2.5-inch SATA II SSD.Jargy has also launched several specially designed stand-alone hard drive enclosures, which combine a traditional 2.5-inch SATA II hard drive enclosure with a USB 3.0 hub. The hybrid design will allow users to save space as well as have a multi-function device.The company's USB 3.0 two-bay 2.5-inch SATA II RAID hard drive enclosure also features the ability to switch between RAID 0 and RAID 1 modes. Users can enjoy the mirroring data backup capability of RAID 0 mode, or can simply switch to RAID 1 mode to enjoy its super speed transmissions and expanded hard drive storage space. The device also does not require an external power source for normal operation, while its metal chassis design strengthens its heat dissipation, and a special shining surface treatment also raises its overall quality.Commenting on the future of USB 3.0 applications, despite the fact that the market is currently led by solutions from NEC/Renesas, Chung is optimistic and believes that after USB 3.0 solutions from Taiwan-based IC designing companies such as VIA Labs, ASMedia and Etron Technology pass certification by USB-IF, related players will have more choices and will be able to reduce their costs, which may help boost the development of USB 3.0-based applications such as card readers, file transfer cables or even surveillance systems.Jargy USB 3.0 extension cable Photo: Company

City of Industry, Calif. - (Business Wire) - MSI, a leading manufacturer of computer components and systems, today announced the North American availability of the Wind Top AE2420 3D, the world's first 3D touch screen all-in-one PC. Unlike 3D TVs, the Wind Top AE2420 3D addresses the current disconnect between people's interest in 3D entertainment, and the limited availability of content, as it can bring almost any 2D content – from home movies to DVD rentals and 3D Blu-ray - to life in 3D.The Wind Top AE2420 3D is powered by Intel Core i7 processors, which have multi-tasking functionality and automatically adjusting processing frequency to meet the demands of running 3D entertainment, while also being a powerful computer for everyday use. The large 24-inch full high definition (HD) (1080p) multi-touch display, flicker-free 120Hz LED-backlit panel, and exclusive wireless 3D shutter glasses provide 3D video entertainment for your whole family in your own home."Most people don't realize that MSI has been making the guts of PCs for more than 20 years, and we were the first to launch the 10-inch netbook, which is now the most popular form factor on the market," said Andy Tung, VP of sales, MSI US. "By bringing the world's first 3D all-in-one PC to North America, MSI is continuing to introduce people to the future of computing."Specific Wind Top AE2420 3D product highlights include:Ability to enjoy a quality 3D experience in an all-in-one PC – MSI combines all the facets of 3D technology into one family friendly entertainment PC. To reduce uncomfortable screen flicker, the Wind Top AE2420 3D has a 120Hz high scanning frequency LED back-light panel, which is twice the speed of 60Hz panels. Inside the unit, MSI uses precise imaging technology to create 3D visual effects similar to how the human eye views images. Plus the Wind Top AE2420 3D comes with rechargeable wireless active shutter 3D glasses that further enhance the experience with a high contrast ratio and two millisecond response time.Create and enjoy 3D content – MSI addresses the shortage of 3D movies with technology that converts 2D content to 3D. The Wind Top AE2420 3D is also the world's first multi-touch AIO that's capable of running 3D games, and showing 3D photos and videos taken with the new 3D cameras on the market. Plus, it provides 3D graphics performance with the ATI Mobility Radeon HD5730 discrete graphics chip that supports DireX 11. This high performance discrete GPU displays smooth, clear 3D images with extraordinary layers of color.Blazing fast transfer speeds with USB 3.0 – The Wind Top AE2420 3D is the first all-in-one PC in the world to feature USB 3.0 technology, which supports transfer rates up to ten times faster than traditional USB 2.0. This means that you can transfer high-definition data including movies, videos, and other large file formats – faster and easier than before – so you can enjoy the experience with minimal interruptions.Powerful surround sound audio capabilities – The Wind Top AE2420 3D delivers authentic 2.1 channel surround sound via two hi-fi five-watt channel speakers and a ten-watt subwoofer powered by MSI Premium Sound Technology. And with its Hollywood grade THX TruStudio Pro technology, you can enhance sound performance to 7.1 surround sound for pure, clear tone quality, extreme sound layering, and powerful vibrations for a theater-like experience.The Wind Top AE2420 3D all-in-one PC is priced starting at US$1,799. It will be available online at MWAVE.com, NEWEGG.com, TigerDirect.com and Amazon.com; and at retail stores in the U.S. including J&R Computers and Music and B&H Photo and Video, and in Canada at Canada Computer and Groupe Sonxplus starting on September 20.MSI 3D AE2420 all-in-one PCPhoto: Company

Micro-Star International (MSI) has announced the launch of an upgrade version of its WindBOX III (MS-9A35) for the industrial PC (IPC) market. This is the latest ultra-low power system with a fanless solution.Following the fanless design of the WindBOX series, MSI debuts the WindBOX III based on the Intel Core 2 Duo processor and the Intel GS45 + ICH9M chipset to provide the latest ultra-low power and slim form factor into solid embedded applications. For clients' strong demand of supporting high resolution video, MSI debuts WindBOX III (MS-9A35) with great 3D graphics performance up to 1080P. It supports DirectX 10, shader model 4.0 and Intel clear video technology. MSI enhances I/O connectivity with six USB 2.0 ports, two powered COM ports, and multiple video output (DVI-I for VGA and DVI-D, HDMI) for dual independent displays. To fulfill expansion demand, WindBOX III has two mini-PCIe slots. For the Internet demand, WindBOX III comes with a module that has built-in Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n and Bluetooth.MSI WindBOX III supports a VESA wall-mount interface for easily mounting flat panel monitors and TVs and various scenarios like digital signage, thin-client, and POS.MSI WindBOX III (MS-9A35) IPCPhoto: Company

Micro-Star International (MSI) has recently rolled out the CX413, the latest member of its Classic series of notebooks. The 14-inch CX413 comes packed with AMD's all-new Vision (Danube) platform with AMD's Athlon II dual-core processor, supporting DDR3 memory as well as an ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470 discrete graphics card (DDR3 512MB display memory).The CX413 features a Cinema-class LED display with 16:9 ratio and MSI's own 45-degree beveled construction.The CX413 adopts MSI's exclusive ECO engine power-saving technology to enhance power efficiency and optimize the notebook's battery power. MSI CX413 notebook specifications Item Detail CPU AMD Athlon II dual-core processor P320 OS Windows 7 Home Premium Memory DDR3 1066 Display 14-inch HD LED backlight (16:9) Graphics ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470 with 512MB RAM Video Output One HDMI, One VGA Hard Disk Drive 250/320/500GB Source: Company, compiled by Digitimes, September 2010MSI CX413 notebookPhoto: Company