Video decoder/encoder chips for high-quality video
Two new products from Texas Instruments will bring high-quality video to personal computers. The TVP5010 decoder and the TVP6000 encoder interface the primarily analog world of video electronics to the digital domain of PCs.
The TVP5010 decoder accepts analog video signals in NTSC and PAL formats from VCRs, camcorders or other sources and decodes them into any of several standard digital video formats. Dual comb filters reduce distortions without sacrificing image content, and genlock circuitry allows the device to be used with compatible encoders for accurate color reproduction with unstable video sources.
The TVP6000 video encoder converts digital video into NTSC or PAL analog signals. Key features include a flicker filter, overscan compensation filter, elimination of conversion contouring, and compatibility with industry-standard digital video interfaces.
Both devices offer high-quality video processing for PCs, set-top boxes, videoconferencing and digital television. Samples are available now with volume production planned for 2Q98.
TVP5010/6000 benefits
- Enables high-quality video on PCs
- Offers true genlock capabilities
- Standard interfaces allow connection to other PC multimedia devices
- Supports square pixel and CCIR sampling formats
- Supplied drivers support Windows 95™ Windows 98™ and Windows NT™ operating systems
Windows 95, Windows 98 and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
Suggested resale pricing in U.S. dollars in 1K quantity.
