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News Release from: Zilog | Subject: Crimzon ZLF645 series
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 13 March 2008
IR controller IC is first with Flash
memory
In addition to the Flash memory, several new design features have been added to the series, including innovative new enhanced IR learning remote functionality.
Zilog has announced its first series of Flash-based universal infra-red remote control (UIR) solutions Zilog's new Crimzon ZLF645 series UIR microcontrollers integrate up to 64Kbyte of Flash memory technology with Zilog's industry-leading ZBase code database
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 7 Dec 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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In addition to the Flash memory, several new design features have been added to the series, including innovative new enhanced IR learning remote functionality.
The Crimzon ZLF645 microcontroller creates a powerful solution that accelerates time to market, substantially reduces bill of material (BOM) costs and offers customers significantly higher levels of design and manufacturing flexibility.
Target applications for this new part include universal remote controls and learning remote controls, as well as other UIR and wireless control applications.
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Design and manufacturing benefits aside, Zilog's new UIR solution also passes on major bill-of-material cost savings to its customers.
For instance, with 64Kbyte of Flash memory, the ZLF645 can store user-programmed data, IR learning signal timing and the IR code database, removing the need for an external EEPROM.
Also, with an integrated IR learning amplifier, the ZLF645 alleviates the need for an external filter, amplifier, and automatic gain control circuit, thereby decreasing overall BOM costs even further.
"The launch of our first embedded Flash UIR solution is a huge plus for our customers, and further reinforces our technology leadership in the UIR market", says Ray Chock, Vice President and General Manager of Zilog's Wireless Control Business Unit.
"Our ZBase code-set database has continuously demonstrated industry leading market coverage, and with the addition of our new Flash-based ZLF645 UIR solution, we are now offering our customers a complete UIR solution that couples the best coverage and knowledge-base with the best costs, features and performance of any UIR solution on the market today".
Database coverage is a critical element in the UIR arena.
Zilog's ZBase database has outperformed competing databases, and still covers the widest array of consumer products.
Key products that are supported with ZBase IR databases include TVs, DVRs, DVDs, AV receivers and cable and satellite set top boxes.
Zilog's zero defect policy assures precise capture of the OEM remote control codes, and is validated by independent third-party tests.
Development tool support for the new Crimzon ZLF645 microcontroller family includes a reference design evaluation board and a full set of support documentation.
Each evaluation board comes complete with an installation CD that includes PC test suite software (supports all commands through RS232 or I2C), documentation (user manual, reference manual, quick start guide, cross ref, product brief, product specification etc), and a 9-pin RS232 interface cable.
The tool kit also includes a USB-to-serial adapter cable.
PC system requirement supports RS232 or USB and XP operating systems.
The Crimzon ZLF645 product family is available from Zilog and its worldwide network of distribution partners and representatives.
Pricing varies based on order quantity and product requirements.
Typically, the ZLF645 with 64Kbyte of Flash is sold in production volumes ranging from US $1.40 to $1.70.
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