Video decoder pushes digital video into new markets
Suited for applications in the security and surveillance, automotive, and consumer electronics markets, the MAX9526 10-bit, 4x oversampling video decoder is claimed to provide premium performance at a price point comparable to low-end 9-bit, 2x oversampling decoders. The single-channel part is also said to occupy up to 50% less space and use 30% less power than competing 4x oversampling devices — consuming 200 mW in normal operation.
This device is built around a high-performance 54 MHz, 10-bit A/D converter. The selectable 8-/10-bit video output provides image quality at the same precision (8-bit) used to author Blu-ray Disc and other forms of high-definition content (ITU-R BT.656 4:2:2).
The device is also the only device in its class capable of operating from 1.8 V on all supplies. In addition, a 1.7 to 3.45-V supply range on its digital I/O eliminates the need for external level shifters when interfacing with the video processor.
The design engineer need only program 16 registers on chip through an I2 C interface to take full advantage of the device’s capabilities. Operating temperature is from –40° to 125°C, and the part is housed in 28-pin QSOP and 32-pin TQFN packages. (From $2 ea/1,000 — available now.)
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