Silicon Image Broadens PanelLink Cinema Line of HDMI ICs with Addition of DVD-Audio Capability and Dual Input Receivers
09 January 2004 - 1:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
Silicon Image Broadens PanelLink Cinema Line of HDMI ICs with
Addition of DVD-Audio Capability and Dual Input Receivers LAS
VEGAS, Jan. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Silicon Image, , a leader
in multi-gigabit semiconductor solutions for the secure
transmission and storage of rich digital media, today debuted its
second generation of PanelLink Cinema(TM) ICs compliant with the
High-Definition Multimedia Interface(TM) (HDMI(TM)) and
High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) specifications for
consumer electronics devices. Fully backward compatible with
DVI-based consumer electronics systems, the SiI(TM) 9030(TM)
transmitter and SiI 9021(TM) and SiI 9031(TM) receivers offer
greater application-specific functionality, including support for
DVD-Audio, enhanced video resolutions and higher audio sampling
frequencies, as well as multiple ports for HDMI connectivity.
Targeted at digital TVs, the SiI 9021 receiver boasts dual HDMI
inputs for simultaneous connection of multiple HDMI source devices
such as DVD players and high-definition (HD) set-top boxes. Priced
at a lower cost per port than Silicon Image's first-generation
PanelLink Cinema solutions and comparably priced with
earlier-generation DVI-HDCP devices, the SiI 9021 provides TV
manufacturers a cost-effective means of implementing multiple HDMI
inputs. The SiI 9030 transmitter and SiI 9031 receiver support
DVD-Audio over HDMI, providing the highest audio fidelity possible.
The SiI 9030 transmitter is geared for DVD players, DVD recorders
and A/V receivers, while the SiI 9031 receiver is targeted at A/V
receivers. With its dual HDMI inputs and HDCP repeater support, the
SiI 9031 receiver enables consumer electronics manufacturers to
bring to market HDMI-capable A/V receivers to manage the growing
number of available HDMI source and display devices for the home
theater. "Due to its use of a single cable and digital quality,
HDMI is poised for rapid adoption on consumer electronics source
and display devices," stated Gartner Research Vice President and
Gartner Fellow David Smith. "This will enable entirely new classes
of HDMI devices and HDMI A/V receivers, which will enable consumers
to assemble state-of-the-art digital home theater systems with
multiple HDMI source and display devices -- all connected via HDMI
for the highest quality digital audio and video available."
"Content is driving the DTV revolution. PanelLink Cinema is a key
component of the secure digital content delivery architecture,
enabling the release of Hollywood's immense library of premium HD
content for home viewing," noted John LeMoncheck, vice president of
consumer electronics products at Silicon Image. "Our
second-generation PanelLink Cinema ICs will accelerate the already
rapid industry transition to HDMI by offering CE manufacturers more
application-specific functionality in three cost-effective
solutions based on our production-proven HDMI and robust HDCP
technology. With the addition of DVD-Audio capability and dual
inputs, we have raised the bar for HDMI implementations." All
PanelLink Cinema ICs support High-bandwidth Digital Content
Protection (HDCP), the technology endorsed by major motion picture
studios Fox, Universal, Warner Bros. and Disney, content
distributors DIRECTV and EchoStar, and cable TV industry
association CableLabs for the secure transmission of their
high-value digital content. The FCC proposal, if passed, would
mandate the use of DVI or HDMI with HDCP on HD set-top boxes and
DTVs labeled as being "Digital Cable Ready." In addition, the DVD
CCA has approved HDMI with HDCP for CSS content playback on DVD
players. The SiI 9030 transmitter supports DVD-Audio through 4 I2S
inputs, accommodating 8-channel audio up to 96kHz and 2-channel
audio up to 192kHz. It extends S/P-DIF support for digital audio to
96kHz and is software-compatible with the first-generation SiI 9190
PanelLink Cinema transmitter. Software-compatible with the
prior-generation SiI 9993 PanelLink Cinema receiver, the new SiI
9021 receiver incorporates auto video/audio mode detection that
simplifies software overhead and design effort while helping
customers build higher quality systems. The new SiI 9031 receiver
offers all the same features as the SiI 9021 receiver and adds
DVD-Audio support through 4 I2S outputs. It supports 8-channel
audio up to 96kHz and 2-channel audio up to 192kHz. The SiI 9031
receiver also supports HDCP repeater capability, meeting the HDCP
specification's requirement for passing on encrypted audio/video,
as in A/V receivers. All three devices support higher-resolution
convergence products such as plasma and LCD TVs with SXGA
resolution. Packaging, Pricing and Availability The latest
PanelLink Cinema devices are manufactured in a 0.18-micron process.
Silicon Image is currently sampling the devices to select
customers. Volume production is scheduled for the second quarter of
2004. The SiI 9030 transmitter is packaged as an 80-pin TQFP and
priced at $11.40 in 10K quantities. Packaged in a 144-pin TQFP, the
SiI 9021 receiver is priced at $10.70 in 10K quantities. The SiI
9031 receiver is packaged in a 144-pin TQFP and priced at $14.10 in
10K quantities. For more information on these PanelLink Cinema
devices, please contact your local Silicon Image distributor or
sales representative, or email . About Silicon Image Headquartered
in Sunnyvale, Calif., Silicon Image, Inc. designs, develops and
markets multi-gigabit semiconductor and system solutions for a
variety of communications applications demanding high-bandwidth
capability. With its proprietary Multi-layer Serial Link (MSL(TM))
architecture, Silicon Image is well positioned for leadership in
multiple mass markets including PCs, consumer electronics and
storage. Currently, Silicon Image leads the global PC/display arena
with its innovative digital interconnect technology, and is now
emerging as a leading player in the consumer electronics and
storage markets by offering robust, high-bandwidth semiconductors.
For more information on Silicon Image, visit
http://www.siliconimage.com/. This news release contains
forward-looking information within the meaning of federal
securities regulations. These forward-looking statements include
statements related to anticipated increases in standards adoption,
demand for Silicon Image products, and Silicon Image name
recognition, anticipated introduction of products incorporating
Silicon Image cores and Silicon Image's position as a market
leader. These forward-looking statements involve risks and
uncertainties, including those described from time to time in
Silicon Image's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission
(SEC), that could cause the actual results to differ materially
from those anticipated by these forward-looking statements. In
particular, standards may not be adopted at the rates anticipated,
products may not be released when expected or at all, demand for
Silicon Image products may not be as expected, and Silicon Image
may not achieve increased name recognition or leadership status.
Also see "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial
Condition and Results of Operations-Factors Affecting Future
Results" in the most recent Annual Report, Form 10-K or 10-Q filed
by Silicon Image with the SEC. Silicon Image assumes no obligation
to update this forward-looking information. NOTE: Silicon Image,
SiI, SiI 9030, SiI 9021, SiI 9031, PanelLink, PanelLink Cinema, MSL
and http://www.siliconimage.com/ are trademarks, registered
trademarks or service marks of Silicon Image, Inc. in the United
States and other countries. DATASOURCE: Silicon Image, Inc.
CONTACT: media, Sheryl M. Gulizia, Manager, Public Relations of
Silicon Image, Inc., +1-408-616-1553, or Web site:
http://www.siliconimage.com/
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