Wolfson Becomes Mixed-Signal Supplier of Choice for PDA Vendors
EDINBURGH, Scotland — January 20, 2003 — Wolfson Microelectronics plc has received endorsement for its high-performance audio CODECs from two leading players in the consumer electronics field. Both Toshiba and Dell have incorporated the WM9705 audio CODEC in their latest high end PDAs.
"As communications, multimedia and computing applications converge in consumer products, the need for high-performance audio and video components has also increased," said Wolfson's managing director, David Milne. "Being selected for inclusion in products such as Dell's Axim X5 and Toshiba's e740 demonstrates that Wolfson is supplying the market with advanced products with functions that it needs right now."
The WM9705, audio CODEC delivers a convergence of audio and PDA facilities to portable information devices. At the same time, the WM9705 conforms to Intel's AC'97 Revision 2.2 audio specification, whilst integrating advanced features such as stereo headphone driver and touch screen controller.
The audio section provides full-duplex 18-bit codec functions and supports variable sample rates from 8 to 48k samples/sec with high signal to noise ratio. Additional audio features include 3D sound enhancement, line-level outputs and stereo-buffered headphone outputs. The WM9705 also features microphone and headphone switching capabilities that make it a good choice for mobile comms applications.
About Wolfson Microelectronics
Wolfson Microelectronics plc., develops mixed-signal semiconductors for multimedia and communications applications. Privately-held and based in Edinburgh, U.K., Wolfson brings digital technology to life. Products integrating Wolfson technology include the Apple iPod, HP printers & multifunction machines, Microsoft Xbox, and the Toshiba PC e740.
For more information, please visit the Company's website at www.wolfsonmicro.com. Wolfson Microelectronics plc, Bernard Terrace, Edinburgh, EH8 9NX, United Kingdom, Tel: (+44) 131-272-7000, Fax: (+44) 131-272-7001.
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