By Kalwinder KaurAug 1 2012
Lattice Semiconductor declared the launch of its serial sub-LVDS bridge design capable of supporting Sony IMX136 and IMX104 image sensors. The serial sub-LVDS format will be Sony's primary image sensor interface for industrial or embedded users.
Lattice’s newly released image sensor bridge design uses the low power and affordable Lattice MachXO2 PLD programmable logic device to achieve interface with Sony IMX136 or IMX104 image sensor’s serial sub-LVDS bus. This design fosters applications such as video conferencing, surveillance cameras, and industrial cameras. Using this image sensor bridge design, an ISP (Image Signal Processor) with a CMOS parallel interface bus can be connected to the Sony IMX136 or IMX104. The Lattice MachXO2-1200 device enables direct interface to the sub-LVDS I/Os without the need for any external discrete components. The image sensor bridge application can aid 1080P60 resolution having a 12-bit ISP interface. The design code in the MachXO2 device can be customized for full 1080P120 capability of the Sony IMX136 or IMX104, based on customers’ demands. The MachXO2-1200 is available in full production and the image sensor bridge design is ready for download.
According to Lattice Strategic Marketing Manager for Cameras and Displays, Kambiz Khalilian, the newly-launched Sony serial sub-LVDS bridge design is the recent addition that complements the company’s extensive camera design portfolio. This new image sensor bridge design promotes Sony IMX136 and IMX104-based cameras. Additionally, this innovative bridge design reflects Lattice's expertise in collaborating with major ISP and image sensor companies.
Source: http://www.latticesemi.com/
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