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EPSON Introduces S1C38000 First in Family Low-Power RISC CPU for Embedded, Mobile, Wireless, Automotive and Marine Applications
LONDON--April 23, 2002--
System-on-Chip Integrates ARM Processor with Industry-Leading Color LCD Graphics Controller for Optimum Performance
EPSON EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH (EEG) and EPSON ELECTRONICS AMERICA (EEA) today unveiled the S1C38000 system-on-chip (SoC), a single chip solution integrating an ARM720T processor core with EPSON's industry-leading S1D13706 (formerly SED1376) color/monochrome LCD graphics controller.
As a complete, single-chip SoC, the S1C38000 provides a dedicated 112Kbyte embedded display buffer offering substantial performance increases over other devices using "shared" memory architectures. Targeted to improve the performance of portable, hand-held and mobile devices, where battery life and board space are major design concerns, and at sophisticated embedded applications where performance and reliability are major design obstacles, the new device from EPSON delivers superior graphic control while consuming less power. The new chip consumes minimal power and operates down to 2.0V.
"The high-level of integration along with the low power benefits of the S1C38000 solves engineers' challenges of delivering greater graphic functionality to portable and advanced embedded devices," said Roy da Silva, executive director at EPSON Electronics America.
"Coupled with EPSON's LCD graphic controllers' best-in-class reliability record, and the industry's pervasive use of the ARM core, manufactures and end-users now have an optimum performing product."
The S1C38000 features the ARM720T processor core plus 8Kbyte cache and Memory Management Unit (MMU). The S1D13706 component of the system includes a 32-bit internal data path that provides high-performance bandwidth into display memory allowing for fast screen updates.
The integrated graphics controller contains separate embedded frame buffer architecture, adding to the power reduction and board-saving features. The S1D13706 also does not require an additional timing control ASIC for Sharp's HR-TFT panels, further reducing OEM cost. Furthering the versatility, the S1D13706 also supports 1/2/4/8/16 bpp formats.
More Features of the S1C38000
The S1C38000 also incorporates EPSON's patented SwivelView(TM) feature, which allows 90(degree), 180(degree) or 270(degree) hardware rotation of the display memory for products requiring a rotated display image, greatly increasing overall system performance.
Additionally, the S1C38000 includes Picture-in-Picture Plus, an overlay window feature enabling multiple images to be displayed simultaneously with complete software control of the window's size and position. Integrating and optimising industry-leading technology, the S1C38000 is ideal for cost and power-sensitive consumer applications.
Availability
EPSON's S1C38000 system IC is scheduled to be available in sample quantities second quarter 2002. Production quantities are slated for fourth quarter of 2002 and are available in a 239-pin CFLGA or 208-pin HQFP package. For pricing, contact your local Epson office.
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