Date: 03/12/2009

'Infinity Color Technology' to save power in TFT-LCD TVs and monitors

Himax has unveiled the iCT (Infinity Color Technology) that enables better power saving features for TFT-LCD TVs and monitors, CCFL (Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp) or LED (Light-Emitting Diode) backlights, while enhancing image quality.

Dr. Linkai Bu, Chief Technology Officer of Himax Media Solutions, commented, "iCT is an unique image processing technology, combining Himax's expertise in liquid crystal driving and Himax Media Solutions' know-how on video processing. Compared to conventional pure digital image processing in timing controller and video processor, iCT is an innovative mixed-mode image processing technology which not only enhances image quality, but saves up to 50% of panel power in certain image contents. Tier-one TFT-LCD panel makers and system makers world-wide are highly interested in adopting iCT in their products as they expect iCT will be one of the key differentiators for their next generation TFT-LCD TVs and monitors, some of which are expected to hit the market by mid 2010. In relation to iCT and its associated image processing know-how, Himax has filed more than 30 patents in Taiwan, China, and the US."

Dr. Chun-Yen Chang, one of the Foreign Associates of National Academy of Engineering, U.S.A and a Himax independent director, also commented, "Himax is leading the industry ushering into a new era of power saving technology for TFT-LCD TVs and monitors by thinking outside of the box from a brand new perspective."

For more details visit www.himax.com.tw

Package: 10 pin microUDFN package (2.5mm X 1.0mm)
Price: Each $0.30 for 1k pieces
Availability: Now in samples, mass production scheduled for Q1 2010

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