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Powertech Ready To Release Next Generation
Hong Kong Electronics Fair, China - October 8, 2008 - Powertech Industrial Co., Ltd, one of the early HD Radio module providers, announced today that they will release evaluation samples of the next generation HD Radio module, which uses Samsung’s SHDR100A/C200A chipset. The new Powertech module, HDR-2000D, is fully pin and size compatible to their previous version HD Radio module, HDR-1000C, which is based on the iBiquity Digital’s 1181 module specification. Certification of the new Powertech module is pending.
Powertech’s current HDR-1000C module is based on the Texas Instrument DRi352 chipset. Earlier this year, Powertech began development of the HDR-2000D next generation module using the new Samsung EM SHDR100A/C200A chipset.
Jeff Jury, COO, iBiquity Digital Corporation, stated: “Powertech continues to rapidly respond to the needs of the market. By developing a module that retains pin and size compatibility while integrating the next generation Samsung chipset, Powertech has created a compelling product offering.”
Sam Sheu, Director, Powertech Industrial stated: “All of the HD Radio receiver functions are duplicated on the next generation HDR-2000D module. Receiver manufacturers can easily use this module to develop their next generation HD Radio receivers with minimum board redesign effort. In addition, this module is compatible with iBiquity Digital’s 1181 specification, can be mounted horizontally or vertically and fills the need for receiver manufacturers to continue using their current layouts for existing HD Radio product offerings.”
About the HD Radio System
Over 1,750 HD Radio AM and FM stations are on the air in the United States, plus over 900 new HD2/HD3 multicast channels. Developed by iBiquity Digital Corporation, HD Radio technology allows AM and FM stations to broadcast digital signals in tandem with their analog signals, providing broadcasters with a platform to offer crystal-clear, CD-quality sound and scrolling text and graphics; as well as multiple channels of programming on the same FM frequency (multicasting) and advanced services such as traffic updates; content…all subscription free.
There are more than 80 HD Radio products for sale at over 14,000 stores and online. HD Radio technology has also made great inroads in the automotive sector with factory-installed options announced by BMW, Ford, Hyundai, Jaguar, Lincoln, Mercedes, MINI, Mercury, Scion, and Volvo. Beyond the U.S., commercial implementation of HD Radio technology is gaining momentum around the world. For more information, please visit http://www.hdradio.com and http://www.ibiquity.com.
About Powertech Industrial Co,. Ltd
Powertech is devoted to the research and development of Power protection technology. With over ten years in the power field, exceptional R&D team and management, our in-house UL and KEMA certified laboratory we will strive to maintain our lead both in market share, quality and performance in this industry. Our worldwide market territory includes North America, Europe, and Australia. Powertech Industrial Co., Ltd, headquarter located in the heart of the consumer electronics design center of Taipei, Taiwan. Factory is located in Dongguan, China, electronics manufacturing headquarter.
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To arrange interviews or for additional information, please contact:
Sam Sheu
Powertech Industrial
886-2-2243 8385 Ext：5160
Note to editors: “HD Radio™” and the HD Radio logo are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. The “HD” in HD Radio™ is part of iBiquity Digital’s brand name for its advanced digital AM/FM system. It does not mean hybrid digital or high-definition digital; both of these are incorrect
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