Controllers Ready For Interfacing TFT LCD Monitors To PCs

    Feb. 1, 2001
    Utilizing an architecture optimized for LCD PC applications, the SP1015 (pictured) and SP1215 Direct Interface controllers interface directly with Intel's 810/810E DVO ports to reduce system cost. The SP1015 supports resolutions up to XGA, while the

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    Utilizing an architecture optimized for LCD PC applications, the SP1015 (pictured) and SP1215 Direct Interface controllers interface directly with Intel's 810/810E DVO ports to reduce system cost. The SP1015 supports resolutions up to XGA, while the SP1215 supports input resolutions up to SXGA+. Both products feature automatic configuration, panel power sequencing, and image scaling. An external microcontroller is not required, thereby reducing the number and cost of components requred by LCD monitor analog-type interfaces. It also eliminates the firmware effort required in current solutions. Both ICs support 12-bit and 24-bit input data and implement advanced image processing algorithms and many automatic system configuration features. The SP1015 controller is priced at $12.00 each/1,000 and the SP1215 controller costs $12.00 each in either a 128- or 160-pin QFP.

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