The Industry’s Smallest, Dual SCART Solution for Set-Top Boxes and A/V Receivers

The Industry's Smallest, Dual SCART Solution for Set-Top Boxes and A/V Receivers

Maxim Integrated Products (NASDAQ: MXIM) introduces the MAX9595, the industry's smallest, complete, dual SCART solution for set-top boxes and A/V receivers. The MAX9595 integrates video filters and a switch matrix in a space-saving, 7mm x 7mm TQFN-EP package. The MAX9595's dual SCART switch matrix allows easy routing of audio and video signals between an MPEG encoder and two external SCART connectors. The video and audio channels feature input source-selection multiplexers, and input and output buffers for routing all inputs to selected outputs.

Standard-definition video filters are integrated on all video outputs. The device also generates monaural audio from left and right stereo inputs. All audio drivers deliver a 3.0VRMS minimum output. The MAX9595 operates under I2C control, and meets the requirements of EN50049-1, IEC 933-1, Canal+, and BSkyB standards.

The MAX9595 provides full support for slow-switching and fast-switching signals. An interrupt output indicates change on the slow-switching signal. The MAX9595 also features clickless switching and programmable volume control in the TV audio channel. In addition, the device has programmable RBG gain control and contains an internal luma and chroma (Y/C) mixer.