STMicroelectronics Announces New Audio Amplifier IC That Leverages the Expertise of Alps Alpine
March 05 2020 - 3:00AM
STMicroelectronics Announces New Audio
Amplifier ICThat Leverages the Expertise of Alps
Alpine
New-generation class-D amplifier boosts car-audio
sound quality
Geneva, March 5, 2020 - STMicroelectronics
(NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across
the spectrum of electronics applications, announced the new FDA901
class-D audio amplifier IC, with a semiconductor design that
incorporates the world-class audio design expertise of Alps Alpine
Co., Ltd., a major Japanese manufacturer of car audio equipment and
information communication equipment. The new chip aims to
contribute to the creation of multi-function, high-fidelity car
audio systems that fuse the high efficiency of class-D amplifiers
with the high-quality sound of ST’s class-AB amplifiers.
The FDA901 features low residual noise, a low distortion ratio,
a flat frequency response achieved through feedback technology, and
low EMI levels. It delivers high-purity audio performance by
minimizing dropout of audio signals. Equipped with a range of
self-diagnostics and other advanced functions to measure real-time
speaker current and impedance, factors prized in the
next-generation car audio market for diagnostics and to compensate
for loudspeaker imperfections, FDA901 is a class-D audio amplifier
IC that simultaneously shows both extremely high-quality sound and
very innovative features that improve sound fidelity.
"For many years, Alpine Electronics has collaborated closely
with ST and shared a wealth of sound-related knowledge,” said
Mr.Yukihiro Kobori, Sound Meister, Sound Design Division of Alps
Alpine. “We are very pleased that ST's audio amplifier IC and our
company's car audio technology and business have been able to grow
together. We have worked with ST to design a class-D audio
amplifier IC able to raise the level of audio quality across the
entire car audio industry, while contributing to Alps Alpine's goal
of developing the highest level of car audio."
Starting from the adoption in 39 models of Alpine’s “ALL New
BigX series” after-market car-navigation system to be released in
the first half of 2020, the FDA901 will expand its market to
several major car makers.
"In car audio, the amplifier IC is a key component that greatly
affects sound quality,” Luca Celant, General Manager, Automotive
Infotainment Division, Automotive & Discrete Group,
STMicroelectronics. “Drawing on the close cooperative relationship
that we have built with Alps Alpine’s engineering team through
class-AB audio amplifiers, this new class-D audio amplifier
represents another milestone for our class-D audio amplifiers and
sets a new bar for audio performance."
The FDA901 is in volume production. Budgetary pricing is $9.10
for orders of 1,000 pieces and the product will be available
through distributors by April 2020.
For further information, please contact ST sales offices.
About STMicroelectronicsST is a global
semiconductor leader delivering intelligent and energy-efficient
products and solutions that power the electronics at the heart of
everyday life. ST’s products are found everywhere today, and
together with our customers, we are enabling smarter driving and
smarter factories, cities and homes, along with the next generation
of mobile and Internet of Things devices. By getting more from
technology to get more from life, ST stands for life.augmented.
In 2019, the Company’s net revenues were $9.56 billion, serving
more than 100,000 customers worldwide. Further information can be
found at www.st.com.
For Press Information Contact: Michael
Markowitz Director Technical Media Relations STMicroelectronics
Tel: +1 781 591 0354 Email: michael.markowitz@st.com
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