Tokyo, Nov 16, 2009 - (JCN Newswire) - Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited today announced a new two-channel DC/DC converter(1) IC with fast transient response, for use in digital consumer products, such as LCD TVs and digital video recorders. This new DC/DC converter IC, the MB39A145, utilizes a "bottom detection comparator method", and includes new enhanced circuits which provide changes in voltage, for changes in current to realize a more stable and low ripple output voltage. This improved stability subsequently reduces the number of external components that are needed, such as condensers, thus reducing space. The IC also includes Pulse Frequency Modulation (PFM)(2) that is highly efficient in low-current ranges, and allows the equipment to have low power consumption in stand-by mode. Samples of the new converter IC will be available from January 2010.

Today's consumer AV equipment, such as LCD TVs and digital video recorders, have increasingly larger screens, come with multiple functions and utilize advanced video compression technologies. These are supported by ICs required to provide high-speed and multi-functionality. To supply power to those ICs, power supplies must handle the requirements of large currents and fast transient response.

To meet these needs, Fujitsu Microelectronics has been providing DC/DC converter ICs making use of a "bottom detection comparator method" it introduced in 2005, to give fast transient response to rapid changes in output current. This new IC enhances some of the comparator circuits, to provide even greater stability in output voltage. In addition, for low current ranges below 100 milli-Amperes(mA), the use of PFM reduces the power consumption in stand-by mode.

This IC was jointly developed by Fujitsu Microelectronics and Fujitsu VLSI Limited, and will be exhibited at Embedded Technology 2009 to be held in Yokohama, Japan, from November 18 - 20.

Sample Price and Availability-
Product No.: MB39A145
Sample Price: JPY 200
Sample Availability: From January 2010

Sales Target-
2 million units per month

Product Features-

1.Fast transient response
In consumer AV equipment, such as large screen TVs, when starting the equipment or when there are rapid contrast changes in the scenes of the video, fast transient response and large current supply are necessary. By utilizing a "bottom detection comparator method" in which detection cycle of the output voltage and reference voltage at transient loads is sped-up, the new DC/DC convertor can minimize variations in the generated output voltage when the change in load is large.

2.Energy efficient in low current ranges
In low current ranges below 100mA, or in stand-by mode, the PFM function reduces the power used, thus contributing to a reduction in power consumption of the equipment it is being used in. Additionally, as audio equipment require low-frequency noise measures, the Prohibit Audio Frequency (PAF)(3) function can set the minimum frequency to 30 kHz.

3.Reduced component count leads to size reduction and ease of design of power supply systems
The result of the enhanced comparator circuits is a more stable ripple voltage. The improved stability reduces the number of necessary external components, such as condensers, thus making the design of power supply systems easier.

About Fujitsu

Fujitsu is a leading provider of IT-based business solutions for the global marketplace. With approximately 175,000 employees supporting customers in 70 countries, Fujitsu combines a worldwide corps of systems and services experts with highly reliable computing and communications products and advanced microelectronics to deliver added value to customers. Headquartered in Tokyo, Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 4.6 trillion yen (US$47 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2009. For more information, please see: www.fujitsu.com.



About Fujitsu Microelectronics (FML)

Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited (FML) is a large-scale integrated circuit (LSI) manufacturer that provides highly reliable, optimal solutions to meet the varying needs of its customers, through LSI offerings including ASIC/COT, ASSP and power management ICs, and flash microcontrollers. Along with building on its wide-range expertise focusing on imaging, wireless, and security LSI applications, FML also pursues initiatives for power efficiency and undertakes environmentally-conscious countermeasures. Headquartered in Tokyo, FML was established as a subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited on March 21, 2008. Through its global sales and development network with sites in Japan and other regions in Asia, Europe, and the U.S., FML offers LSI solutions to the global marketplace. For more information, please visit: http://jp.fujitsu.com/group/fml/en/





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