Date: 02/10/2009

Jade graphics chip from Fujitsu powering 'virtual image' cluster of Jaguar Range Rover

Fujitsu Microelectronics has announced that its MB86R01 'Jade' system-on-chip (SoC) graphics display controller (GDC) has been designed into a new virtual display system developed and manufactured by Visteon Corporation for the 2010 Jaguar Range Rover.

The new, reconfigurable 12.3-inch full-color Thin Film Transistor (TFT) display integrates multiple functions and operating modes to provide on-demand driver information via virtual gauges, graphical displays and a message center. Developed for the 2010 Range Rover model range, it replaces the conventional instrument cluster design. Using the advanced graphics interface provided by the Fujitsu MB86R01 'Jade' controller, the reconfigurable cluster provide information to the driver in an innovative way, while helping reduce driver distraction.

The MB86R01 integrates the 32-bit ARM926EJ-S CPU core with the Fujitsu high-performance graphics display controller core from the MB86296. The MB86R01 is designed for high-end, high-volume embedded automotive graphics applications such as on-board and mobile navigation systems, graphical dashboard systems, head-up display (HUD) units and rear-seat entertainment systems.

"The combination of the ARM9 MCU core and media-connectivity peripherals, along with 2D and 3D rendering, geometry engine, and texture-mapping capabilities, makes the Fujitsu MB86R01 'Jade' an excellent fit for the current Range Rover cluster and future applications," said Philip Hughes, senior director and the head of Automotive Business Group, Fujitsu Microelectronics America.

"We worked closely with Visteon on the new design, which reflects our continuing commitment to deliver the industry's optimal high-end, high-performance graphics controller technology, and to work closely with our customers to deliver innovative solutions."

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